Much of this trend has come from disciples of the Shanahan style of offense; Sean McVay’s Rams, the Packers and Panthers and Dolphins and Falcons. Colts head coach Shane Steichen incorporated the formation for both Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson, and had success with both.

Schottenheimer, who twice turned down head-coaching opportunities, finally landed a job after going 12 hiring cycles without an interview.

The Dallas Cowboys offense went viral when Mike McCarthy took over play-calling, but their popular wrinkle might be limited in 2025.