Do we really need to draft a RB early?

[Carter]

Im not sure if thats the best way to go for this draft. I mean if somehow Robinson falls to 26 or Gibbs is available in Round 2 you probably should go for it but otherwise?

We have a clear starter in Pollard and added Ronald Jones in FA. Just a reminder. Jones was a 2nd Round Pick in 2018, is only 25 and won two SB already and scored 20 TDs in his career.

Even if we let Pollard walk next season after the Tag we can still draft his replacement in next years draft.

With the rumours of us drafting a TE or even WR early i dont like drafting a RB early.

I much rather focus on OL, DL and CB early with TE and WR next.

We also still have Malik Davis who showed flashes of being able to play and Rico Dowdle who is still a big ?? because he spent most of his career on IR but its clear the Cowboys like him given that they still keep him now.

Im fine taking a chance on a RB in Rounds 5-7 because you can still find starting RB and Gems in those rounds at that position.

 

[cnuball21]

No, and we shouldn’t.

 

[Majic]

Do we need to take a RB at all?

 

[Mr_437]

As you stated Robinson n Gibbs are different those guys are weapons not just RBs like the rest of the class, so picking either of them in the 1st is a good thing.

I agree with the OP on drafting the trenches, but they won't find a Playmaker at the RB spot outside the top 2 guys. I've never been a fan of RoJo, and so far he's been blah, so I'm looking to see someone drafted to kick him off the roster.

 

[John813]

No, but it just depends on the vision from the coaching staff with each RB, if both make it that far.

If McCarthy thinks Gibbs can be a healthier CMC/more explosive Kamara and the scouts say the same thing, then I wouldn't mind the pick.
If they think a RB in round 2 or 3 could be close but maybe one notch below and they can land a potential stud at edge, OL, DT, etc that they don't think the later rounds will have I hope they go that route.

 

[Carson]

You play the board.

Elite OL like Wright, Jones are there? You take OL

If it’s Gibbs or a TE? I go RB

 

[cnuball21]

As you stated Robinson n Gibbs are different those guys are weapons not just RBs like the rest of the class, so picking either of them in the 1st is a good thing.

I agree with the OP on drafting the trenches, but they won't find a Playmaker at the RB spot outside the top 2 guys. I've never been a fan of RoJo, and so far he's been blah, so I'm looking to see someone drafted to kick him off the roster.

I still think we can get an upgrade from Zekes play last year in the mid rounds. That’s really all we need.

 

[Mr_437]

I still think we can get an upgrade from Zekes play last year in the mid rounds. That’s really all we need.

I agree, but an upgrade from Zeke isn't moving the needle...Zeke was a short yardage RB who wasn't a threat. I want to see a threat. I would like to see on the best RB groups in the league for Dallas because I don't trust the QB.

 

[Hardline]

RB early isn't necessary but you don't pass up on Bijan Robinson if he's there at 18 you need to trade up for him.

 

[Aven8]

Yes if it’s Gibbs. He’s much more than just a RB. He’s a homerun threat every time he gets the ball.

 

[CowboyoWales]

As you stated Robinson n Gibbs are different those guys are weapons not just RBs like the rest of the class, so picking either of them in the 1st is a good thing.

I agree with the OP on drafting the trenches, but they won't find a Playmaker at the RB spot outside the top 2 guys. I've never been a fan of RoJo, and so far he's been blah, so I'm looking to see someone drafted to kick him off the roster.

Yep they are two playmakers, who's weapons improve both run and helps keep those pesky 9ers safeties and LB's from sitting back in coverage.
There's always going to be those that purely view the individual, but maybe our draft will be based on a gameplan to overcome the criticism that it was just too predictable under Moore.
1st Rd game changers on offense in the first round would be: Robinson, Gibbs or Kincaid.

 

[cnuball21]

I agree, but an upgrade from Zeke isn't moving the needle...Zeke was a short yardage RB who wasn't a threat. I want to see a threat. I would like to see on the best RB groups in the league for Dallas because I don't trust the QB.

Yea, but we’re talking about a backup / rotational player.

As long as TP is healthy he’s our guy. Pair him up with Kendre / Roschon / Ibanikanda etc and let’s ride. We’ll still have a top 5/7 ish running game.

 

[Carson]

Yea, but we’re talking about a backup / rotational player.

As long as TP is healthy he’s our guy. Pair him up with Kendre / Roschon / Ibanikanda etc and let’s ride. We’ll still have a top 5/7 ish running game.

None of those guys do what Gibbs can. Elite speed, elite receiver. Izzy is terrible after contact and breaking tackles.

He is an X factor teams cannot game plan for. You can run split backs, with Lamb, Cooks and Gallup outside and it’s unstoppable.

 

[big dog cowboy]

Do we need to take a RB at all?

Yes. Especially if they are considering bring Zeke back. Good grief.

 

[cnuball21]

None of those guys do what Gibbs can. Elite speed, elite receiver. Izzy is terrible after contact and breaking tackles.

He is an X factor teams cannot game plan for. You can run split backs, with Lamb, Cooks and Gallup outside and it’s unstoppable.

Your knock on Izzy is literally the same knock on Gibbs who is smaller. Gibbs is electric, but he fell into the bottom half percentile of forced missed tackles and yards after contact per attempt.

 

[Mr_437]

Yep they are two playmakers, who's weapons improve both run and helps keep those pesky 9ers safeties and LB's from sitting back in coverage.
There's always going to be those that purely view the individual, but maybe our draft will be based on a gameplan to overcome the criticism that it was just too predictable under Moore.
1st Rd game changers on offense in the first round would be: Robinson, Gibbs or Kincaid.

You see what's needed, kudos my guy.

Yea, but we’re talking about a backup / rotational player.

As long as TP is healthy he’s our guy. Pair him up with Kendre / Roschon / Ibanikanda etc and let’s ride. We’ll still have a top 5/7 ish running game.

1st sentence is the disconnect, I'm not content with a rotational guy...that's an OK RB, I want a difference maker to pair with TP. If the draft falls the way of a Miller or Izzy, I'm fine with that but go for the homerun if you can.

 

[Desperado]

I tend to agree with OP. Any RB taken early will split time with Pollard, and make it likely Pollard will leave Dallas after this season. Big Mike wants to protect Dak. He can do that with OL or TE (either as a blocker or receiving threat… hopefully both). Picking in mid 20s should give them their choice of a top interior OL or TE. Not sexy, but probably smart.

 

[Carson]

Your knock on Izzy is literally the same knock on Gibbs who is smaller. Gibbs is electric, but he fell into the bottom half percentile of forced missed tackles and yards after contact per attempt.

But Izzy isn’t anywhere near the playmaker that Gibbs is. He always was rated dead last. He’s also not the receiver that Gibbs is

 

[cnuball21]

You see what's needed, kudos my guy.



1st sentence is the disconnect, I'm not content with a rotational guy...that's an OK RB, I want a difference maker to pair with TP. If the draft falls the way of a Miller or Izzy, I'm fine with that but go for the homerun if you can.

That’s fine…it’s just awful value IMO if you only think the homerun can be had in the 1st round. I think a mid rounder from this years class would be fine taking over as a full time back on we don’t have to pay Pollard long term.

I actually would rather have a more physical runner to pair with TP this year as I think that would give us a bit more balance. But if you want another HR hitter then Achane, Mitchell or again Izzy would be much better value than drafting a rotational RB in the 1st.

 

[cnuball21]

But Izzy isn’t anywhere near the playmaker that Gibbs is. He always was rated dead last. He’s also not the receiver that Gibbs is

That’s fair - but Izzy did have way more yards and TDs than Gibbs did behind a much worse OL.

You brought up yards after contact, so if you’re going to call out a player for it you should apply it to the guy you like too.