DC: Broaddus: DE Rotation, Jaylon Smith’s Work Among 9 Walkthrough Thoughts

[phildadon86]

Interesting that Broaddus made no mention of the infamous Jaylon limp...

Because there isnt one. This board is weird sometimes

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

Ya, no way we keep 4 TEs, if Rico is the 4th and won't see the field. Rather use that spot for one of the DL.

I agree....but the way they've been hyping him up.....I can't see Gathers going anywhere so it's going to depend on who has the highest ceiling.

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

Well I could easily be wrong but I see Witten, Hanna, Swaim and Rico. 4 gives you a buffer for injuries during the season. But we've flown with less.

What are the changes of 3 guys getting injured though?

 

[jobberone]

What are the changes of 3 guys getting injured though?

You only need one to be without margin. Two and you're looking on the street.

 

[dogunwo]

What 4 TE's? I can't see both Gaithers and Swaim making it. I honestly don't see the point in having both Hanna and Swaim.

I think you are going to be surprised. If Gathers shows anything during the preseason (reports are he has made drastic improvements), then he doesn't clear waivers. Witten obviously isnt going anywhere, and they really like Swaim and Hanna.

 

[dogunwo]

What gives you that idea? I think Dak and Zeke have rejuvenated Witt ....... he looked and acted like a young player on the field last year.

Only way I think it could be his final season is they win the Superbowl. Maybe not even then.

 

[zrinkill]

Interesting that Broaddus made no mention of the infamous Jaylon limp...

And you know he would have if he could ....... he hates being wrong about a player ....... and he could not stand the Jaylon pick.

 

[Bullflop]

I wonder in this offense with Dak does he get more looks out there?

That seems a worthwhile question to take to TC. It should be a point of interest to follow up on. It seems reasonably possible that he might turn out to be a bit more in sync with Dak than what he was with Romo. If so, it could turn out to be good news for the passing game in the future. Now and then, personnel changes can make a big difference, especially at QB.

 

[Bullflop]

Would be a shame if Rico doesn't make the team, seems to me, Romo spoke highly about his progression last season. At 6'8" and his athletic ability, he would virtually be unstoppable even if all he played was Redzone offense. Another year under his belt, Rico really could be a threat. But most here would rather Dallas draft 'em, coach 'em, then let him sign somewhere else. I'd rather give the guy a chance. Hell, the last TE Romo really liked will be wearing a gold jacket when his career is done.

Seems that way to many of us, I'm sure. The team might well be very reluctant to relegate Rico to the PS where he'd most likely be pilfered quickly. They also might not be inclined to cut him after investing so much time and energy into developing him to this point. He'd quite certainly represent an awful lot of upside to send packing this year. I can't see it happening, unless the hype we've heard about him greatly exceeds his true ability.

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

I think you are going to be surprised. If Gathers shows anything during the preseason (reports are he has made drastic improvements), then he doesn't clear waivers. Witten obviously isnt going anywhere, and they really like Swaim and Hanna.

But do they like them enough to cut a guy on the defense for?

You only need one to be without margin. Two and you're looking on the street.

That's true...but the same can be said for the rest of the team. You lose a defensive end you lose depth.

 

[jobberone]

But do they like them enough to cut a guy on the defense for?




That's true...but the same can be said for the rest of the team. You lose a defensive end you lose depth.

TE is a shorter position. But we can roll with three. If so who goes Swaim or Rico assuming no injuries ?

 

[xwalker]

Seems that way to many of us, I'm sure. The team might well be very reluctant to relegate Rico to the PS where he'd most likely be pilfered quickly. They also might not be inclined to cut him after investing so much time and energy into developing him to this point. He'd quite certainly represent an awful lot of upside to send packing this year. I can't see it happening, unless the hype we've heard about him greatly exceeds his true ability.

I think teams have to take chances on high upside guys like Rico (The Leon Lett types).

IMO, you don't go to the SB with a team full of Hanna/Swain types.

 

[Ranching]

TE is a shorter position. But we can roll with three. If so who goes Swaim or Rico assuming no injuries ?

If its a shorter position, Rico is gone. He's too tall.

 

[Bullflop]

I think teams have to take chances on high upside guys like Rico (The Leon Lett types).

IMO, you don't go to the SB with a team full of Hanna/Swain types.

Excellent -- great minds think alike, I see. Rico may not be the cat's meow just yet but later on this year or maybe next, look out!

 

[xwalker]

Excellent -- great minds think alike, I see. Rico may not be the cat's meow just yet but later on this year or maybe next, look out!

I like Hanna as utility guy but Swaim seems very similar and under contract for longer at a lower salary. Swaim might even be better as a receiver than Hanna.

 

[CT Dal Fan]

I can see four TE's on the team as long as the Cowboys feel comfortable keeping just eight active OL.

My concern is they'll have to cut somebody in October once David Irving's suspension is lifted. 10 or 11 DL's seems heavy. And they might keep an extra RB in case of a short EE suspension (which the league will probably wait to announce until right before the season to catch Dallas off guard).

 

[Bullflop]

I like Hanna as utility guy but Swaim seems very similar and under contract for longer at a lower salary. Swaim might even be better as a receiver than Hanna.

Have you been reading my mind, or something? I'm pretty sure Swaim has more consistent hands than Hanna, although Hanna might be the better blocker right now. Perhaps Swaim will develop yet further at it, though. I hope we keep all four.

 

[xwalker]

I can see four TE's on the team as long as the Cowboys feel comfortable keeping just eight active OL.

My concern is they'll have to cut somebody in October once David Irving's suspension is lifted. 10 or 11 DL's seems heavy. And they might keep an extra RB in case of a short EE suspension (which the league will probably wait to announce until right before the season to catch Dallas off guard).

More often than not a player gets injured in the 1st four games and a spot opens up.

 

[CT Dal Fan]

More often than not a player gets injured in the 1st four games and a spot opens up.

You're right, but I don't want to think about that. I want a healthy team all year, as unrealistic as it sounds.

 

[xwalker]

You're right, but I don't want to think about that. I want a healthy team all year, as unrealistic as it sounds.

I don't mind the 4 game suspensions of players like Irving because it gives them and extra roster spot for 4 weeks. Many things tend to sort themselves out during those first few weeks.