Could a player like Zeke be used for elite pass rush?

[Hardline]

I would be happy if Zeke could be the next Daryle Johnston.

 

[bark]

This is what 27 years of Jerry the gm has done to cowboys nation

 

[cald0d30s0]

Are you ok dude? Is everything fine at home? Need help?

 

[G2]

I disagree...

On the last play against the 49ers the lineman burst through zeke pretty easily

You beat me. This ^

 

[KJJ]

I often wondered if someone like Zeke who has slowed but still explosive could be used as an elite occasional pass rusher? Would that RB burst and speed be used on the defense as an occasional special pass rusher?

Wondering if Parsons could be used on offense got me thinking about it. I only ever played DT in high school and was never really taught how to be elite at the role. I guess my coaches were not that great even though we did get to a championship my senior year and lose it.I was taught mostly just slants and try and get under or around blockers using my hands to rip at their jersey, so my knowledge of RB and what they could bring to a defense is even more limited.

What if old RB’s could get a second life as pass rushers? Small and quick could probably burst past some blocking?

 

[Hagman]

Let's leave Zeke at center where he belongs.

 

[CWR]

I disagree...

On the last play against the 49ers the lineman burst through zeke pretty easily

What a beautifully designed play too. My understanding is that Zeke wasn't even an eligible receiver. So they lined him up at center, to get mauled, for no reason. Lol. I'd be pissed if I was Zeke.

 

[JW82]

Lol. This thread gave me life. By far and away the worst thread of the year thus far. And coincidentally, also the funniest. It is hilarious how certain people in this forum refuse to let Zeke go off the team. They want to find any minute role for him to stay

I think there is a perfect spot for him on this team. He can be the new Rowdy!

 

[JW82]

Let's leave Zeke at center where he belongs.

Position flex! Nice.

 

[blueblood70]

No but more as a 2 back system, fullback/part time half back is his future with being backup etc Hes due 5-6mil each of the next 2 seasons, even if cut..i say restructure him down to that exact number 2 yrs -12mil. so you still use him instead of paying him to not be here. up to him if not BYE Zeke appreciate you but time to move on...

 

[Manwiththeplan]

I often wondered if someone like Zeke who has slowed but still explosive could be used as an elite occasional pass rusher? Would that RB burst and speed be used on the defense as an occasional special pass rusher?

Wondering if Parsons could be used on offense got me thinking about it. I only ever played DT in high school and was never really taught how to be elite at the role. I guess my coaches were not that great even though we did get to a championship my senior year and lose it.I was taught mostly just slants and try and get under or around blockers using my hands to rip at their jersey, so my knowledge of RB and what they could bring to a defense is even more limited.

What if old RB’s could get a second life as pass rushers? Small and quick could probably burst past some blocking?

Did you see what happened when they stuck him at center!? The same thing would happen at DE

 

[Xeven]

Such nice people.

 

[jujoboys]

I'm thinking we could use Zeke as a long snapper and FB after we shave a bunch of money off his contract. Saves us a roster spot. He is only about 12 pounds lighter than Jake McQuaide.

Btw, I am joking.

 

[Proof]

after seeing how well he performed at center, I'm inclined to believe Zeke could be elite anywhere.

 

[Xeven]

https://www.usatoday.com/story/spor...ens-patrick-ricard-two-way-player/2844028001/

 

[SteveTheCowboy]

What a beautifully designed play too. My understanding is that Zeke wasn't even an eligible receiver. So they lined him up at center, to get mauled, for no reason. Lol. I'd be pissed if I was Zeke.

They been leaving him to get mauled his whole career. What superstar rb has had to block d linemen his whole career? Then they do this to him.
The good news is you can clearly see the fan appreciation for it.

 

[Tommy]

What a beautifully designed play too. My understanding is that Zeke wasn't even an eligible receiver. So they lined him up at center, to get mauled, for no reason. Lol. I'd be pissed if I was Zeke.

That play was going to be like any other desperation play you see at the end of a half or game. It was going to be a throw to a receiver and then turn into a lateral fest. Better to have Zeke in there than an offensive lineman.

 

[SteveTheCowboy]

after seeing how well he performed at center, I'm inclined to believe Zeke could be elite anywhere.

After seeing a team put 20 million dollar rb at center, with no other linemen, for a hail mary pass....im inclined to believe said team belongs in special ed class.

 

[SteveTheCowboy]

That play was going to be like any other desperation play you see at the end of a half or game. It was going to be a throw to a receiver and then turn into a lateral fest. Better to have Zeke in there than an offensive lineman.

How about at least a couple linemen? And why center? D man teeing off.....stupid.

 

[tunahelper]

I often wondered if someone like Zeke who has slowed but still explosive could be used as an elite occasional pass rusher? Would that RB burst and speed be used on the defense as an occasional special pass rusher?

Wondering if Parsons could be used on offense got me thinking about it. I only ever played DT in high school and was never really taught how to be elite at the role. I guess my coaches were not that great even though we did get to a championship my senior year and lose it.I was taught mostly just slants and try and get under or around blockers using my hands to rip at their jersey, so my knowledge of RB and what they could bring to a defense is even more limited.

What if old RB’s could get a second life as pass rushers? Small and quick could probably burst past some blocking?

Zeke cannot pass or rush so no he cannot pass rush.