NFL Copycats: Adoption of the Wildcat Is Only Domesticating the Offense

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Published: June 9, 2009

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... thrill is gone.

The element of surprise is critical to maintaining a healthy relationship in the NFL, and the base offensive packages that once dictated the pace of the game are no longer doing the trick.

And so, the Wildcat offense has captivated the league, emerging as every team's latest method of trickery.

It's the offensive flavor of the month.

The Miami Dolphins piqued everyone's interest in 2008 after using the formation to perfection against the New England Patriots.

Therefore, it's only natural for every other team to want to employ its own variations in 2009.

 

If Lightning Strikes Twice...

The Oakland Raiders stand out immediately as a team with enough speed to make the offense work. Al Davis' commitment to making the fastest team in the NFL looks like the best attempt at creating a dangerous Wildcat team.

With three running backs on the roster and the addition of Darrius Heyward-B...

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