If they do not get out of bounds they have to use a timeout . This stops the clock and they can get organized for the next play. The two minute offense is used also when a team get too far behind on the score. Calling the right play at the right time can make all the difference. If the defense is expecting a run and the offense passes, a big play may result.
Many teams rely on their quarterback to make the right call.
A quarterback may call an audible if he sees that the defense is at a disadvantage. Here is a formation with three different plays . Coaching Strategy Teams have scouted their opponents and look for tendencies in the way they play defense and what they do in certain situations. For example if a team always blitzes on third and long, then the offensive coaches would call a screen pass or draw . Each offensive segment coach scouts their opponent to look for ways of running a specific play.