A closer look at what Jaydon Blue is and isn't

[BlindFaith]

how does that mean anything about now?

If you're going to jump into a conversation between two posters, at least have the courtesy to read the posts.

 

[SteveTheCowboy]

I followed Emmitt since his senior year in High School. We were both RBs. He was a year older.

If you think Emmitt was anything but a projected first round pick, you're simply wrong.

The scout pointed out Smith’s penchant for getting “emotional at times” and needing “encouragement.” Under weak points, the scout also made mention of Smith’s emotions and added he “gets careless with the ball” while also writing “more practice, dedication.”


But no...NOBODY had ANY concern at ALL...about Emmitt. Dude...wt....

 

[BlindFaith]

You could have enlightened me in the time it took you to say that. But you choose to ...not. And be a b about it. Goes to show you who you are.

If I spent my time enlightening everyone that needed it, Id have to request a life extension of a couple hundred years.

 

[SteveTheCowboy]

Ok. lol

Indeed...okay..."lol".

Its you that is wrong. Emmit had PLENTY of critics back in the day. You enjoy the delusion that EVERYONE said emmit was a sure thing. It;'s just wrong. And...I guess I actually don't care what ya think.

Have fine with your delusion. All good.

 

[SteveTheCowboy]

If I spent my time enlightening everyone that needed it, Id have to request a life extension of a couple hundred years.

So YOU...think THAT many people need YOUR enlightenment? Okay.

Wow...man...I did NOT know what I was getting into here.

 

[Risen Star]

What he is: Better than Tony Dorsett

What he isn't: As good as Phil Mafah

 

[DUO_CORE]

Lance Dunbar 2.0

 

[SteveTheCowboy]

I followed Emmitt since his senior year in High School. We were both RBs. He was a year older.

If you think Emmitt was anything but a projected first round pick, you're simply wrong.

"About half the Cowboy scouts and coaches were against drafting Smith"

 

[BlindFaith]

The scout pointed out Smith’s penchant for getting “emotional at times” and needing “encouragement.” Under weak points, the scout also made mention of Smith’s emotions and added he “gets careless with the ball” while also writing “more practice, dedication.”


But no...NOBODY had ANY concern at ALL...about Emmitt. Dude...wt....

Mel had him as a top 10 guy. Maybe even top 5.

Jimmy thought he was too slow. He was wrong.

 

[BlindFaith]

Lance Dunbar 2.0

A decent comp. Kudos.

 

[BlindFaith]

"About half the Cowboy scouts and coaches were against drafting Smith"

Hmm, yet they traded up to get him.

 

[BlindFaith]

"About half the Cowboy scouts and coaches were against drafting Smith"

For your enlightenment

The Dallas Cowboys traded up in the 1990 NFL Draft to select Emmitt Smith. They sent their third-round pick (#81, Craig Veasey) to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for moving from the 21st overall pick to the 17th overall pick, where they selected Smith. This move was crucial in acquiring Smith, who went on to become the NFL's all-time leading rusher and a key figure in the Cowboys' 1990s dynasty.

 

[SteveTheCowboy]

Hmm, yet they traded up to get him.

They did, maybe...but my point is he wasn't a sure bet by everyone. He had his critics...not just by Dallas. "too small" "too slow".

Not sure what your deal is about it but you have a great evening.

 

[SteveTheCowboy]

For your enlightenment

The Dallas Cowboys traded up in the 1990 NFL Draft to select Emmitt Smith. They sent their third-round pick (#81, Craig Veasey) to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for moving from the 21st overall pick to the 17th overall pick, where they selected Smith. This move was crucial in acquiring Smith, who went on to become the NFL's all-time leading rusher and a key figure in the Cowboys' 1990s dynasty.

Um...for the last time...I never said we didn't reach to draft him, or he wasn;t good.

You made the claim he was projected 1st round and super star by everyone and that simply is not true. You can cite whatever source proves your point...cool. He and US...had a ton of critics.

Have a great day

 

[SteveTheCowboy]

My deal is the truth. Sorry if that offends you.

Lies offend me...truth never does.

 

[Starforever]

Whoever our running backs are, they will be okay. Some on here act like Dowdle was the second coming of Walter Payton. Surely, that can be matched by one of these guys.

 

[TwistedL0g1k]

Blue will be the lead back by the end of the season, probably sooner.
He'll be getting a heck of a lot more than 12 carries per game (the number mentioned earlier).
He can run.

He won't be a good blocker, and will be a liability in that regard. Next draft, Dallas will still be in need of a 3-down workhorse back.

 

[Jarntt]

He ran a 4.38 at the combine. At 196 lbs.
Zeke ran a 4.44 at 225.

Thats a quarter blink difference.

Lets just see if this 5th round pick even gets playing time, let alone makes any significant contribution.

Zeke ran a 4.47 (and that's a big difference. Just like 4.47 to 4.56 would be) and Blue was injured at the Combine and "supposedly" ran much faster at his Pro Day. There is no comparison between the two from a speed perspective even before Zeke slowed down.

My issue with Blue is that even after Texas lost their top back for the year before the season started, Blue had 134 carries and Wisner had 226. I'm certainly not saying that means he can't succeed in the NFL, but it is something to take note of.

 

[BlindFaith]

You made the claim he was projected 1st round and super star by everyone and that simply is not true. You can cite whatever source proves your point...cool. He and US...had a ton of critics.

He was. Keeping your head in the sand wont change that.

 

[BlindFaith]

Whoever our running backs are, they will be okay. Some on here act like Dowdle was the second coming of Walter Payton. Surely, that can be matched by one of these guys.

One of these guys was released and the team doing so signed...Rico Dowdle.

So do you trust Carolina or Jed and Steph?

Tough choice, right?