What if one of the 3 RBs is there? - Dallas Cowboys Forum

Chief · 03-19-2005

There's probably an outside chance that one of the top three running backs (Brown, Williams or Benson) could slip to No. 11. Running backs slide every year ... look at last year with Stephen Jackson.

If one of these three was the top-rated player on the Cowboys' board when their turn came at No. 11, anyone think Purcells/Jerry would pick him?

It could be an interesting dilemma ... because Julius may not be all that durable and Purcells already has talked about adding someone to share the load.

I doubt that they would do it. Dallas drafted for need early on last year ... it's like they went into the draft determined to pick a RB and an OT with their first two picks.

This year, I think they'll draft for need again and target some sort of combination of DE, LB, FS and WR with their first three picks. The addition of Howard at DE or a veteran free agent FS could change this a little.

blindzebra · 03-19-2005

Either take our top player of need or look to trade down, but I can't see us drafting a RB or QB at #11 if they fall to us.

Champsheart · 03-19-2005

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Originally Posted by Chief

There's probably an outside chance that one of the top three running backs (Brown, Williams or Benson) could slip to No. 11. Running backs slide every year ... look at last year with Stephen Jackson.

If one of these three was the top-rated player on the Cowboys' board when their turn came at No. 11, anyone think Purcells/Jerry would pick him?

It could be an interesting dilemma ... because Julius may not be all that durable and Purcells already has talked about adding someone to share the load.

I doubt that they would do it. Dallas drafted for need early on last year ... it's like they went into the draft determined to pick a RB and an OT with their first two picks.

This year, I think they'll draft for need again and target some sort of combination of DE, LB, FS and WR with their first three picks. The addition of Howard at DE or a veteran free agent FS could change this a little.

That would be interesting.

To me it would all depend on who else is available, and if there is any trade options worth pursuing.

However, I can not say I would be against it.

There are other options I would rather take, but a 2 headed RB attack with Julius and one of these RB's could be lethal.

I do believe that when all else fails take the best player available.

**big dog cowboy** · 03-19-2005

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Originally Posted by Chief

If one of these three was the top-rated player on the Cowboys' board when their turn came at No. 11, anyone think Purcells/Jerry would pick him?

Nope.

I can't see that having any effect on our draft day stragedy.

Natedawg44 · 03-19-2005

I wouldn't take Benson or Cadillac at 11, but I would take Brown because he has great hands for 3rd down and he played FB at times for Auburn. He would fit much better into our offense.

Cajuncowboy · 03-19-2005

If Mike Williams is off the board at that time I start seriously entertaing trade offers. Maybe we could possibly hijack an extra #1 pick for next year and still have 2 for this year and then add another second or third this year.

Hostile · 03-19-2005

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Originally Posted by Chief

There's probably an outside chance that one of the top three running backs (Brown, Williams or Benson) could slip to No. 11. Running backs slide every year ... look at last year with Stephen Jackson.

If one of these three was the top-rated player on the Cowboys' board when their turn came at No. 11, anyone think Purcells/Jerry would pick him?

It could be an interesting dilemma ... because Julius may not be all that durable and Purcells already has talked about adding someone to share the load.

I doubt that they would do it. Dallas drafted for need early on last year ... it's like they went into the draft determined to pick a RB and an OT with their first two picks.

This year, I think they'll draft for need again and target some sort of combination of DE, LB, FS and WR with their first three picks. The addition of Howard at DE or a veteran free agent FS could change this a little.

If an unexpected player is there I am always thinking trade down and add picks if it is at a position where we don't have a glaring need but other teams do. The only one I'd be tempted to select would be Ronnie Brown. It's not that I think he's better than the other two I just admit, I'd like to see how good he really is with that size and speed. I have always like pound it down your throat RBs. I'm curious if he will be a good one.

JeffG · 03-19-2005

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Originally Posted by Chief

There's probably an outside chance that one of the top three running backs (Brown, Williams or Benson) could slip to No. 11. Running backs slide every year ... look at last year with Stephen Jackson.

If one of these three was the top-rated player on the Cowboys' board when their turn came at No. 11, anyone think Purcells/Jerry would pick him?

I'd take take the best player available, no matter what.

The Cowboys will probably draft for need. Again. Which is why we haven't won a playoff game in a while.

btcutter · 03-19-2005

pass on Benson. Pick BPA if it's Cadillac or Brown....that'll be one hell of one/two punch.

Chocolate Lab · 03-20-2005

I think Benson and maybe Cadillac as well will be there at 11. I also think there's no way we pick a RB at that spot. Parcells has very definitely drafted for need since he's arrived here, especially in the early rounds.

CoCo1 · 03-20-2005

Folks there is very little precedence (I won't say none because of Csonka/Kiick & Morris) for 1-2 RB punches that significantly upgrade your rushing attack.

IMO, RB by committee = YUCK!

I do think Dallas will grab a back to ease JJ's load and provide capable back-up but I think they'll try to get a 3rd round pick to accomplish it, not our #11.

If someone wants to trade up for one of those backs I would certainly listen but I would also want to make sure it leaves us in line to snag a top RDE as I tend to think the Howard deal is not gonna happen.

dbair1967 · 03-20-2005

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Originally Posted by Chief

There's probably an outside chance that one of the top three running backs (Brown, Williams or Benson) could slip to No. 11. Running backs slide every year ... look at last year with Stephen Jackson.

If one of these three was the top-rated player on the Cowboys' board when their turn came at No. 11, anyone think Purcells/Jerry would pick him?

It could be an interesting dilemma ... because Julius may not be all that durable and Purcells already has talked about adding someone to share the load.

I doubt that they would do it. Dallas drafted for need early on last year ... it's like they went into the draft determined to pick a RB and an OT with their first two picks.

This year, I think they'll draft for need again and target some sort of combination of DE, LB, FS and WR with their first three picks. The addition of Howard at DE or a veteran free agent FS could change this a little.

I could see us taking a RB, but seriously seriously doubt we'd use a #1 pick on one...just doesnt make alot of sense

David

dbair1967 · 03-20-2005

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Originally Posted by JeffG

I'd take take the best player available, no matter what.

The Cowboys will probably draft for need. Again. Which is why we haven't won a playoff game in a while.

BPA doesnt totally apply anymore in this day and age...it has to be the BPA at a position you need help at...

case in point, if you are the Colts and the BPA is a QB when you pick, do you take them? hell no

same thing applies to us...if the BPA available is a RB, TE, SS, OG, C or DE (assuming we get Howard) it makes very little sense to use a premium pick (ie, either if our 1st picks) on that position

David

jterrell · 03-20-2005

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Originally Posted by Chief

There's probably an outside chance that one of the top three running backs (Brown, Williams or Benson) could slip to No. 11. Running backs slide every year ... look at last year with Stephen Jackson.

If one of these three was the top-rated player on the Cowboys' board when their turn came at No. 11, anyone think Purcells/Jerry would pick him?

It could be an interesting dilemma ... because Julius may not be all that durable and Purcells already has talked about adding someone to share the load.

I doubt that they would do it. Dallas drafted for need early on last year ... it's like they went into the draft determined to pick a RB and an OT with their first two picks.

This year, I think they'll draft for need again and target some sort of combination of DE, LB, FS and WR with their first three picks. The addition of Howard at DE or a veteran free agent FS could change this a little.

I think that is our best shot at trading down really.

There are some teams that need a RB and might be willing to part with a cache of picks to get one as good as the top 3 on this board. You can justify that as a team because the guy gets so many touches. I think a lot of teams would like a back with franchise potential but we already have one. The value would be in a trade down tho it seems we would select Merriman if there due to his versatility and pass rush skill.

Future · 03-20-2005

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Originally Posted by dbair1967

I could see us taking a RB, but seriously seriously doubt we'd use a #1 pick on one...just doesnt make alot of sense

David

I agree completely. We have much more pressing needs than a stud RB, we have one...I don't think we should take an RB at all, unless someone like Sproles is still there in the 4th. He would be a great 3rd down back i think. Other than that, someone will come up who can fill in for a play or two here and there.