Of the 14 games I broke down for the 2025 Packers, they called Split Back formations 31 times.
They utilized these sets to give their run game an added dimension, as well as take shots with play action.
The Packers most common play call from these sets is the 3x1 Outside Zone Bubble RPO. I’ve got six clips from the 14 games. To get to it, they orbit motion the running back from the weak side of the formation to the passing strength.
The Packers also liked a Pin/Pull RPO. For these play calls, they started in a Split Back “Slot” formation to be able to run it to a tight end. Four clips of this one.
Off this run action, LaFleur takes a shot with the Wave concept.
Same action, Deep Over concept.
Using Y Away motion, the Packers call an Inside Zone Slice run. LaFleur and his staff are the best split flow zone team in the NFL, add this design to the list.
The Packers also get to Duo from Split Backs. Escorting the tight end across and selling Spinner action to add misdirection.
The Packers built a beautiful Windback concept off their Spinner package. Leave the play side defensive end unblocked to gain a hat on the perimeter.
The perfect constraint to make the defense honor the extra back in the backfield.
The cutup below shows over 16 minutes of Split Back play designs from Matt LaFleur and the Packers.