JJ Wilcox

Parche · Dec 27, 2016

CyberB0b said:
Night and day difference between Church and Wilcox out there.

And which differences do you find? Who do you prefer?

I mean, Im glad we have both on our team.

CalPolyTechnique · Dec 27, 2016

jwooten15 said:
This dude has received a ton of criticism (mostly justified) for his play.

But I'm not sure he gets enough credit for how well he has performed this year.

Sure, he still takes bad angles once in a while. And he will drop a potential INT.

But he is such an enforcer back there! Guys are looking over their shoulder, scared of the lumber that JJ is about to lay... and I love it! There's a visible difference in our play when he's in the game.

So, whatever the difference is, props to JJ Wilcox for the improvements he's made this season. It's fun to see.

Was thinking about starting a similar thread. Wilcox has certainly made an impact on the field this year. Yes, no one can take a worse angle of pursuit like he can at times, but the coaches have been able to mitigate opportunities for that happening by somewhat limiting his reps. I think he's best suited as a SS and is still developing as a player.

DallasDomination · Dec 27, 2016

Wilcox and church were laughing stocks to fans now they are getting respect. Good for them and good for the coaches for sticking with them.

MSCowboyFan · Dec 27, 2016

Risen Star said:
I actually like Wilcox. I've been patient with him. The guy hasn't been a defender for very long. People forget that. I think he could be a part of a very good defense. I don't think you have to replace him to accomplish that.

Absolutely RS...guy is an alpha dog and the rest of that D knows it. He was flat out intimidating Lions last night and McDonough acknowledged it on the broadcast. I'd like to keep him if possible the next couple seasons.

FuzzyLumpkins · Dec 27, 2016

sbark said:
Gotta give some props to the new DB coach.....Wilcox, Heath, Jones, Brown etc.........have all progressed to solid contributor status.

Greg Jackson deserves every penny they are paying him. Eberflus is also worth his weight as the coverage coordinator.

They aren't perfect but guys help each other out and pass off in zone coverage. We have maintained our man skills. There is a more physical element to their tackling, and probably most impressive is that guys are filling in without a drop in the level of play. Scandrick, Mo, Brown, Wilcox, and Church have all missed games. Jones is the straw that stirs the proverbial drink with his ability to play all 5 spots. Heath and Brown have filled in admirably.

We've struggled to develop back 7 in year's past but heck now you keep giving these guys players and you could well see something special.

MSCowboyFan · Dec 27, 2016

DallasDW00ds0n said:
Hes turned into such a big time hitter

That he has and when he's out Heath isn't a wall flower either.

MSCowboyFan · Dec 27, 2016

FuzzyLumpkins said:
Greg Jackson deserves every penny they are paying him. Eberflus is also worth his weight as the coverage coordinator.

They aren't perfect but guys help each other out and pass off in zone coverage. We have maintained our man skills. There is a more physical element to their tackling, and probably most impressive is that guys are filling in without a drop in the level of play. Scandrick, Mo, Brown, Wilcox, and Church have all missed games. Jones is the straw that stirs the proverbial drink with his ability to play all 5 spots. Heath and Brown have filled in admirably.

We've struggled to develop back 7 in year's past but heck now you keep giving these guys players and you could well see something special.

Great post Fuzzy...sure hope MO can come back in the first round although rust worries me a little even if he does.

AzorAhai · Dec 27, 2016

I think a lot of the difference is him not being asked to play a deep zone and playing mostly with everything in front of him. If he can see it and just go hit it, he's effective. Actually having a real FS has probably helped him more than any other player on the defense. It's allowed him to play a style of safety that suits his play style much better.

PJTHEDOORS · Dec 27, 2016

DallasDomination said:
Wilcox and church were laughing stocks to fans now they are getting respect. Good for them and good for the coaches for sticking with them.

Church was respected for his hitting and tackling. Just didn't want him in coverage.

Zimmy Lives · Dec 27, 2016

Cowboyz88 said:
I said it in the game thread…I'd sign Wilcox over Church.

I'd take a high draft pick over both.

aikemirv · Dec 27, 2016

jwooten15 said:
This dude has received a ton of criticism (mostly justified) for his play.

But I'm not sure he gets enough credit for how well he has performed this year.

Sure, he still takes bad angles once in a while. And he will drop a potential INT.

But he is such an enforcer back there! Guys are looking over their shoulder, scared of the lumber that JJ is about to lay... and I love it! There's a visible difference in our play when he's in the game.

So, whatever the difference is, props to JJ Wilcox for the improvements he's made this season. It's fun to see.

I was impressed by the pick because I was not sure he had arms and hands based on his tackling. The guy NEVER wraps up!

Nice job by Wilcox though - I think he played well!

9darter · Dec 27, 2016

He was never the terrible player people said he was.

PJTHEDOORS · Dec 27, 2016

CopenhagenCowboy said:
He was never the terrible player people said he was.

But bad angles, missed tackles, blown coverages, etc.

bsbellomy · Dec 27, 2016

Risen Star said:
I actually like Wilcox. I've been patient with him. The guy hasn't been a defender for very long. People forget that. I think he could be a part of a very good defense. I don't think you have to replace him to accomplish that.

If you believe people close to the team this guy was one of, if not the last guy to make the team this year. Not sure what happened to turn the lights on but it's pretty amazing.

dallasdave · Dec 27, 2016

jwooten15 said:
This dude has received a ton of criticism (mostly justified) for his play.

But I'm not sure he gets enough credit for how well he has performed this year.

Sure, he still takes bad angles once in a while. And he will drop a potential INT.

But he is such an enforcer back there! Guys are looking over their shoulder, scared of the lumber that JJ is about to lay... and I love it! There's a visible difference in our play when he's in the game.

So, whatever the difference is, props to JJ Wilcox for the improvements he's made this season. It's fun to see.

dallasdave · Dec 27, 2016

Vinnie2u said:
Helps when you got Byron Jones out there. Church and Wilcox aren't asked to cover tightends as much. They can seek and destroy.

CyberB0b · Dec 27, 2016

Parche said:
And which differences do you find? Who do you prefer?

I mean, Im glad we have both on our team.

Church's one strength throughout the years was his sure tackling. That's gone now. Wilcox isn't exactly a precision tackler, but he's an enforcer. He covers more ground than Church in the passing game, as well.

stilltheguru88 · Dec 27, 2016

Zimmy Lives said:
I'd take a high draft pick over both.

I wouldn't. They are doing just fine.

ZekeandDestroy · Dec 27, 2016

I love the fact that Wilcox is laying the wood and making receivers think about where he is. He is doing it the new NFL way too and not getting flagged. Still wonder on his coverage skills sometimes but night and day better.

Scandri100 · Dec 27, 2016

Ran a 4.57 at his pro day so he is definitely a freak athlete.

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