Free Christine

[Zekeats]

I just......gotta go to the bathroom

 

[YosemiteSam]

I haven't even seen him in pass protection in 2 games so far so whats the big deal?

He hasn't been active.

 

[Nightman]

What is everyone so afraid of? That they might be wrong and someone better than Randle or DMC was available.

Just give him a real chance to show what he's got. I think most fans will be pleasantly surprised.

This board goes overboard sometimes with the 'next guy' but they are also right a bunch of times as well.

Worst case is he steals 10-15 carries from the RBBC.

 

[jrumann59]

I'm not sure where some of you guys are getting your analysis of Christine Michael. This is his third year in the league.. two full years under his belt in a crowded Seattle backfield...... As I have always stated, I give rooks 3 years before I start considering them anything other than a young player adjusting to the NFL level.

Lets see Seattle loses Turbin to an ankle injury, instead of staying in house with "all world" RB Michael, they go and sign 34 year old Fred Jackson, keep their UDFA rb Rawls, and decide to let Michael come to Dallas for a conditional pick. He was inactive for 10 games last year.

 

[Zekeats]

He hasn't been active.

Talkin about McOstrich

 

[Zimmy Lives]

Please sell me on this guy.

I would love to but there are a lot of question marks concerning what is going on upstairs in his head.

All the reports (local sports talk/cowboys updates) say the guy is the real deal as a RB. The challenge is, though, whether he can carry out the daily responsibilities required of a professional football player.

There are too many quotes from insiders concerning his lack of focus, inability to learn the playbook, and desire to be a great football player. Those are some serious red flags.

 

[Jenky]

Lets see Seattle loses Turbin to an ankle injury, instead of staying in house with "all world" RB Michael, they go and sign 34 year old Fred Jackson, keep their UDFA rb Rawls, and decide to let Michael come to Dallas for a conditional pick. He was inactive for 10 games last year.

Yup, that speaks worlds to me.

Kept a vet and an drafted rookie over him.

But honestly, I would have taken Rawls over CM too.

 

[Idgit]

What is everyone so afraid of? That they might be wrong and someone better than Randle or DMC was available.

Just give him a real chance to show what he's got. I think most fans will be pleasantly surprised.

This board goes overboard sometimes with the 'next guy' but they are also right a bunch of times as well.

Worst case is he steals 10-15 carries from the RBBC.

Until this week, I've been afraid that a blown protection would sideline Tony Romo, or that un-careful ball control could cost us a close divisional game.

I'm less worried about Weeden going down for the season for some reason, and I think the potential for a harder-nosed running game might offset the turnover issue (especially since Randle's hasn't been particularly good at holding onto the ball as a pro to-date). I'd be looking at playing Michael this week or next and sitting Randle or McFadden to do it. Probably McFadden.

 

[Jenky]

What is everyone so afraid of? That they might be wrong and someone better than Randle or DMC was available.

Just give him a real chance to show what he's got. I think most fans will be pleasantly surprised.

This board goes overboard sometimes with the 'next guy' but they are also right a bunch of times as well.

Worst case is he steals 10-15 carries from the RBBC.

Not afraid of anything, just not getting my hopes up over it.

 

[Denim Chicken]

What is everyone so afraid of? That they might be wrong and someone better than Randle or DMC was available.

Just give him a real chance to show what he's got. I think most fans will be pleasantly surprised.

This board goes overboard sometimes with the 'next guy' but they are also right a bunch of times as well.

Worst case is he steals 10-15 carries from the RBBC.

This board goes overboard thinking they know better than the coaches who see these guys everyday in practice.

 

[Nightman]

Until this week, I've been afraid that a blown protection would sideline Tony Romo, or that un-careful ball control could cost us a close divisional game.

I'm less worried about Weeden going down for the season for some reason, and I think the potential for a harder-nosed running game might offset the turnover issue (especially since Randle's hasn't been particularly good at holding onto the ball as a pro to-date). I'd be looking at playing Michael this week or next and sitting Randle or McFadden to do it. Probably McFadden.

Step out of the bubble wrap and take a chance. Randle and DMC aren't world beaters.

 

[Idgit]

Step out of the bubble wrap and take a chance. Randle and DMC aren't world beaters.

I feel like you're not reading that post you quoted in its entirety, as I said I'd be willing to take the chance. But the idea of putting him in there with Romo when his pass protection is reportedly so inconsistent and after just one or two weeks on the roster is stupid. The team did the right thing giving him time to acclimate and using the practice reps to evaluate how he's coming along. A franchise QB is gold. A guy who runs the ball a bit better than the guys you already have is not really worth all that much in terms of winning football games.

 

[Nightman]

I feel like you're not reading that post you quoted in its entirety, as I said I'd be willing to take the chance. But the idea of putting him in there with Romo when his pass protection is reportedly so inconsistent and after just one or two weeks on the roster is stupid. The team did the right thing giving him time to acclimate and using the practice reps to evaluate how he's coming along. A franchise QB is gold. A guy who runs the ball a bit better than the guys you already have is not really worth all that much in terms of winning football games.

I read it. It is a weak excuse. The same things were said about Randle and he was handed the job on a silver platter. Who did he beat out to win the RB job? Romo got killed because the line blew a blitz, it happens.

 

[Aven8]

I feel like you're not reading that post you quoted in its entirety, as I said I'd be willing to take the chance. But the idea of putting him in there with Romo when his pass protection is reportedly so inconsistent and after just one or two weeks on the roster is stupid. The team did the right thing giving him time to acclimate and using the practice reps to evaluate how he's coming along. A franchise QB is gold. A guy who runs the ball a bit better than the guys you already have is not really worth all that much in terms of winning football games.

I read it as you were worried about pass protection with Romo in there, but now that Weeds is in there you don't care anymore! Sound about right?

 

[Zordon]

I wait one more game and release him on the soft saints defense.

 

[Aven8]

All I know. The 3 backs we currently have are not world beaters. They are all good at certain things, but not great at anything (well maybe Dunbar at receiver). So why not see if Cmike can give you that world beater? We need every offensive weapon we can get over the next 8 weeks!

 

[Idgit]

I read it as you were worried about pass protection with Romo in there, but now that Weeds is in there you don't care anymore! Sound about right?

You nailed it. Let 'er rip!

Also, Weeds could maybe use a physical inside runner if we're going to commit to running the ball more frequently, and Michael's really the best option on the team for that. Though, i have to admit that with Weeden's big arm, the idea of continuing to target LBs covering Dunbar downfield is pretty interesting. If we get the coverate, we can throw that on 3rd and long every time as far as I'm concerned. If it gets picked, it's as good as a punt. If it doesn't, it keeps us from risking the ball in traffic with a QB I don't trust to have to make big plays all on his own.

 

[Bleu Star]

Is there a LOVE button on here?

 

[Bleu Star]

Lets see Seattle loses Turbin to an ankle injury, instead of staying in house with "all world" RB Michael, they go and sign 34 year old Fred Jackson, keep their UDFA rb Rawls, and decide to let Michael come to Dallas for a conditional pick. He was inactive for 10 games last year.

I, personally, couldn't care any less what Seattle does. I don't recall owning any 12th man gear.

 

[Bleu Star]

I would love to but there are a lot of question marks concerning what is going on upstairs in his head.

All the reports (local sports talk/cowboys updates) say the guy is the real deal as a RB. The challenge is, though, whether he can carry out the daily responsibilities required of a professional football player.

There are too many quotes from insiders concerning his lack of focus, inability to learn the playbook, and desire to be a great football player. Those are some serious red flags.

Lots & lots of hot air.