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College Football 26

CFB 26 Top 5 RPO Plays

Master the dual-threat offense with the most effective RPO plays in College Football 26

CFBLabs users have been rating their favorite RPO (Run-Pass Option) plays in CFB 26, and these are the top performers. RPO plays give quarterbacks the ability to read defenders and make split-second decisions between running and passing options.

You can influence these ratings by creating an account and rating your favorite and least favorite plays. Help the community discover the most effective RPO concepts in College Football 26.

Best RPO Plays

Top 5 Ranked RPO Plays

Ohio State logo#1

STRETCH ALERT BUBBLE

Ohio State • Stretch RPO

STRETCH ALERT BUBBLE play diagram
SINGLEBACK
BUNCH TE

Classic stretch RPO that reads the edge defender to determine run or bubble screen. Creates consistent yardage against any defensive look.

Key Strengths
Edge ReadBubble ScreenRun-Pass Balance
Georgia logo#2

RPO READ BUBBLE

Georgia • Read RPO

RPO READ BUBBLE play diagram
SHOTGUN
TRIPS TE OFFSET WK

Trips formation creates natural bubble screen opportunity while the run game attacks between the tackles for a lethal combination.

Key Strengths
Quick DecisionSpace CreationTrips Formation
Indiana logo#3

RPO PEEK WR SCREEN

Indiana • Screen RPO

RPO PEEK WR SCREEN play diagram
SHOTGUN
BUNCH OPEN OFFSET

Peek concept allows QB to identify the best option pre-snap, with WR screen providing explosive potential against aggressive defenses.

Key Strengths
Pre-Snap ReadScreen GameBunch Formation
Akron logo#4

RPO READ Y FLAT

Akron • Flat RPO

RPO READ Y FLAT play diagram
SHOTGUN
Y OFF TRIPS

Y-receiver flat route creates mismatches against linebackers while the run game provides consistent base option.

Key Strengths
Tight End TargetFlat RouteMismatch Creator
Oregon State logo#5

RPO ALERT STICK

Oregon State • Stick RPO

RPO ALERT STICK play diagram
SHOTGUN
TRIPS TE OFFSET WK

Stick route finds soft spots in zone coverage while the run threat keeps linebackers honest for consistent chain-moving plays.

Key Strengths
Stick RouteZone BeaterQuick Throw

Honorable Mention

Penn State logoHM

RPO POWER HB SWING

Penn State • Power RPO

RPO POWER HB SWING play diagram
WILDCAT
WING FLEX

Unique wildcat RPO that combines power running with HB swing pass for a devastating dual-threat attack.

Key Strengths
Wildcat FormationHB SwingPower Blocking

RPO Play Categories

Each RPO play gives the quarterback multiple options based on defensive alignment:

  • Stretch RPOs: Read edge defenders for run or bubble screen
  • Read RPOs: Quick decisions based on linebacker movement
  • Screen RPOs: Attack aggressive defenses with WR screens
  • Stick RPOs: Find soft spots in zone coverage
  • Flat RPOs: Create mismatches with tight end routes

RPO Formation Strategy

Successful RPO plays come from formations that create natural reads:

  • Shotgun: Gives QB best vision for pre-snap reads
  • Trips Formations: Create natural bubble opportunities
  • Bunch Sets: Compressed receivers for quick screens
  • TE Offset: Provides multiple route concepts
  • Wildcat RPO: Unique direct snap dual-threats

Master these RPO concepts to keep defenses guessing and create explosive offensive opportunities in CFB 26.

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