Two other I formation variations include the Maryland I and the Power I. These formations lack a flanker, and use the maximum 3 running backs rather than the standard 2. They are used primarily as running formations, often in goal line situations. These may employ either tight ends or split ends (wide receivers) or one of each. The Maryland I was developed by Maryland head coach Tom Nugent.Tom Flores et al, Coaching Football: From Youth Leagues to the Pros, p. 19, McGraw Professional 2005, . More recently, Utah has utilized this formation with quarterback Brian Johnson.Diagram and description of the Maryland I at dailyutahchronicle.com
