Formation

Type: Concept

As of November 2026, Formation has been mentioned in one podcast episode on NFL (Jan 2026). Formations (including heavy/tight end groupings and a 'pony formation') are referenced to explain how Buffalo creates leverage and run lanes for Cook.

A formation in American football refers to the position players line up in before the start of a down. There are both offensive and defensive formations and many in both categories. Sometimes, formations are referred to as packages.