Suggs package

The Suggs Package is a colloquial term that is used to describe an offensive system that includes two quarterbacks in American football. The Suggs Package was designed as a way for teams to confuse the defense. It is named after Baltimore Ravens Terrell Suggs, who asserted in 2008 that Ravens backup quarterback Troy Smith should have seen more playing time; soon afterward, Smith was seen on the field as part of the two-quarterback formation, and the name stuck.

Theory
Offensive football theory has traditionally revolved around a single quarterback as the leader of the offense. The quarterback is usually responsible for initiating plays, throwing passes and sometimes calling plays. The two quarterback offense creates difficulties for defenses by creating confusion over which player will lead the play.

Present Use
The Baltimore Ravens football club occasionally uses the Suggs Package with quarterback Joe Flacco and mobile quarterback Troy Smith. The most successful Suggs Package play to date was a 43-yard pass completion from Smith to Flacco.

Controversy
The Suggs Package is credited to head coach John Harbaugh and offensive coordinator Cam Cameron of the 2008 Baltimore Ravens. Some credit is also given to the 1995 Pittsburgh Steelers, who employed Neil O'Donnell and Kordell Stewart as dual quarterbacks.

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