In American football, Air Coryell is the offensive scheme and philosophy developed by former San Diego Chargers coach Don Coryell. The offensive philosophy has been also called the "Coryell offense" or the "vertical offense".[1]
With Dan Fouts as quarterback, the San Diego Chargers' offense was among the greatest passing offenses in National Football League history. The Chargers led the league in passing yards an NFL record six consecutive years from 1978 to 1983[2] and again in 1985. They also led the league in total yards in offense from 1978 to 1983 and in 1985. Dan Fouts, Charlie Joiner, Kellen Winslow, and Don Coryell would all be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame from those Charger teams.
- ^ "Football 101: Deep Shots with the Air Coryell Offense". Bleacher Report. March 8, 2012. Retrieved April 28, 2021.
- ^ Team Records: Passing