Cowboys counting on Deuce Vaughn?

[Verdict]

I was a fan of Vaughn’s play at KState, but was somewhat surprised that he received very little play last year. Based on the Cowboy’s refusal to play Deuce last year, one would assume that the Cowboys are not really counting on him this season to do a lot.

On the other hand, unless Zeke has regained his burst, some RB has to be guy capable of taking it to the house. I don’t think that’s Dowdle.

Do you think that the Cowboys plan to give Deuce an actual shot at RB, or is this just a feel good story that never went anywhere?

 

[charron]

A RB with speed and ability to take it to the house isn't on the roster. but that doesn't mean all 3 can't have roles.

Rico gets the bulk of carries, probably 3-3.5 yards per carry
Zeke short yardage and goal line carries, solid blocker probably 3 yards a carry
Vaughn needs to become the pass catcher out the backfield. and find other ways to get him involved in space.

 

[MyFairLady]

Deuce was drafted because he Dad works for the team and it was a fantastic feel good story that made Jerruh look like a saint for a while. It has nothing to do with football.

 

[TwistedL0g1k]

What a waste of a roster spot!

 

[DoctorChicken]

I still believe in Deuce. I don’t think he got much of an opportunity last year.

Half the time when he carried the ball last year, tacklers were instantly in the backfield. He was being met before the LOS.

Deuce needs a hole to run through that allows him to get up to speed, and then he can break guys ankles. His side to side ability in the open field is where he shines.

 

[chicago JK]

I still believe. His highlights are as good or better than anyone in this draft class. The issue is he looked really small when he got playing time last year. If he get met at or behind the line, it is pretty much a wasted play. But give him a crease and he is as good as almost anyone in the league in open space. Pass blocking is also going to be a real weakness. I hope he gets a chance though. On the other hand, he needs to earn a roster spot as well.

 

[CowboysFaninHouston]

I was a fan of Vaughn’s play at KState, but was somewhat surprised that he received very little play last year. Based on the Cowboy’s refusal to play Deuce last year, one would assume that the Cowboys are not really counting on him this season to do a lot.

On the other hand, unless Zeke has regained his burst, some RB has to be guy capable of taking it to the house. I don’t think that’s Dowdle.

Do you think that the Cowboys plan to give Deuce an actual shot at RB, or is this just a feel good story that never went anywhere?

why? we already saw that he is not capable. he is 3rd, 4th on depth chart. when real games started, his gimmicky play doesn't work.

 

[SwagSurfer]

Deuce will be cut. He doesn't have NFL speed, power or vision. He was a horrible pick.

 

[The Quest for Six]

What a waste of a roster spot!

Same could be said with the resigning of Zeke

 

[SteveTheCowboy]

I still believe in Deuce. I don’t think he got much of an opportunity last year.

Half the time when he carried the ball last year, tacklers were instantly in the backfield. He was being met before the LOS.

Deuce needs a hole to run through that allows him to get up to speed, and then he can break guys ankles. His side to side ability in the open field is where he shines.

That wasnt just duece or last year.

You could have prime dickerson but without solid scrimmage blocking it wont matter.

 

[SteveTheCowboy]

Same could be said with the resigning of Zeke

He fills a needed role.

 

[Aven8]

I think Vaughn is still going to be a player. The blocking was horrific last season for any back.

 

[The Quest for Six]

He fills a needed role.

He fills nothing but a roster spot

 

[MoistMayonnaise]

I don't see him making the team this year. Maybe the PS, but why?

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

Deuce was drafted because he Dad works for the team and it was a fantastic feel good story that made Jerruh look like a saint for a while. It has nothing to do with football.

That did not make him look like a saint unless you’re speaking for yourself. Vaughn was a great college player.

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

I don't see him making the team this year. Maybe the PS, but why?

He might be the most talented back we have. His size is limiting him and this blocking scheme does him no favors.

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

Deuce will be cut. He doesn't have NFL speed, power or vision. He was a horrible pick.

He was a 6th round pick who was a great college player.

 

[SteveTheCowboy]

He fills nothing but a roster spot

Well...if ya say so.

Because our run game was SO powerful as of yesterday. And a plethora of options now.

 

[SteveTheCowboy]

He might be the most talented back we have. His size is limiting him and this blocking scheme does him no favors.

Our run blocking / run philosophy has done no one any favors since Frederick left. It's easy to make fun of the RBs but they ALL struggled...for the same reason.

YEs it's true people...RB's need a hole,and at least now and then not tackled on the hand-off

 

[darthseinfeld]

I was a fan of Vaughn’s play at KState, but was somewhat surprised that he received very little play last year. Based on the Cowboy’s refusal to play Deuce last year, one would assume that the Cowboys are not really counting on him this season to do a lot.

On the other hand, unless Zeke has regained his burst, some RB has to be guy capable of taking it to the house. I don’t think that’s Dowdle.

Do you think that the Cowboys plan to give Deuce an actual shot at RB, or is this just a feel good story that never went anywhere?

No. Other then a few good run, Deuce was a liability. I seriously doubt he even makes the rostee