Longhorns Ex Tashard Choice Gives Dallas Cowboys Jaydon Blue Blueprint

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There might not be anyone who knows the new Dallas Cowboys rookie Jaydon Blue better than former Texas Longhorns running back coach Tashard Choice.
After three seasons of being on the same sideline, two former Texas Longhorns will match up opposite of each other this coming fall. When the Dallas Cowboys face off with the Detroit Lions this coming season, Jaydon Blue and Tashard Choice will be on opposite sides.

Yet, although he will not be coaching Blue as he begins his NFL career, Choice did not hold back any secrets during a recent interview with DallasCowboys.com's Tommy Yarrish. Choice gave his NFC foes, the Cowboys, a scouting report on how they should use Blue.

https://www.si.com/college/texas/fo...d-choice-dallas-cowboys-jaydon-blue-blueprint
 
I'm already reaching prematurely, but i wouldnt be surprised if Blue ends up being our RB1 at early to mid point of the season.
he's already our most talented and explosive RB on the current roster.

- It'll be about how early he can make a big impression on the staff, and create plays in both run/pass game.

- i'd liked to spell & pace Blue in a similar role to Lions Jaymr Gibbs as RB2 to David Montgomery, in bringing him off the bench, scheme him properly but also
be careful not wear/tear him down.

- and please don't let this new coaching staff be like the 2023 coaches that decided to use Pollard like a in-between tackles/bell cow, RB.
 
quickccc said:
I'm already reaching prematurely, but i wouldnt be surprised if Blue ends up being our RB1 at early to mid point of the season.
he's already our most talented and explosive RB on the current roster.

- It'll be about how early he can make a big impression on the staff, and create plays in both run/pass game.

- i'd liked to spell & pace Blue in a similar role to Lions Jaymr Gibbs as RB2 to David Montgomery, in bringing him off the bench, scheme him properly but also
be careful not wear/tear him down.

- and please don't let this new coaching staff be like the 2023 coaches that decided to use Pollard like a in-between tackles/bell cow, RB.
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It's true. Behind this line a player like Blue can be sort of a Jahmyr Gibbs like back.

I like Jalen Blue's floor. It's there. But I really like his ceiling. And I usually stay away from those kinds of football cliches because they don't mean much.
 
I think blue is going to be a nice weapon on the field. And be a good player but I do not think he’s gonna have the impact right away that so many do, believe it will take time and I have to see him play before I can determine if he’s a 1.

I keep seeing comparisons the Gibbs and the lions here by many, I’m not sure why.
 
CTcowboy203 said:
I think blue is going to be a nice weapon on the field. And be a good player but I do not think he’s gonna have the impact right away that so many do, believe it will take time and I have to see him play before I can determine if he’s a 1.

I keep seeing comparisons the Gibbs and the lions here by many, I’m not sure why.
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Because they are basically a clone in terms of body and athletic measurements.
 
I love the Jahmyr Gibbs comparisons, but that’s pretty high praise. I’m not saying we should pump the brakes, but we do need to recognize the offense Gibbs is on. The lions had the 2nd best passing offense, which allows their RBs more space to operate. In large part, their OL and WRs contributed tremendously. Not to mention..Gibbs’s counterpart, David Montgomery, is a load of a RB himself. All these things only help to enhance Jahmyr’s natural abilities and performance.

Point: Will Dallas have the prolific passing attack to allow Blue to work his magic? Is the OL really improved, or stagnant? Do we have that hammer of a RB, like Montgomery? I’m not convinced ab any of this. So even though I may like the comparison, it will be very difficult for Blue to come close to the Gibbs comparison.

Devils advocate: now if you told me Dak was going to stay healthy all year; the OL was top 5; obviously Lamb vs St Brown is a wash; yet Mingo production mirrors Jameson Williams; Ferguson is the next LaPorta; and our other drafted RD, Phil Mafah, is the next David Montgomery.. well now, don’t tease me with a good time. I’d be all on board with the Blue/Gibbs comparisons
 
Double team CeeDee and your LB is 1on1 against Blue...advantage Dallas

Show all out blitz to Dak pre-snap, motion blue out the backfield to read the defenses e-mail...advantage Dallas

I look at Blue as a weapon, a weapon in the passing game, and if he does good in the run game that's gravy.
 
Hawkeye0202 said:
:huh:

But Blue isn't just all speed, as his 4.38-second 40-yard dash may falsely suggest. The 6-foot, 200-pound running back also possesses the ability to fight through contact.
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lol.

He’s 5’-9”, 196 lbs with tiny 8.25” hands (hence the fumbling issues).
 
I like Blue. I've watched every snap he's taken at Texas and even saw him play one game for Klein Cain. Blue isn't a #1 RB type and I don't he'll ever be. I also don't think that's what Dallas expects out of him. You can watch every snap he's taken and count on one hand the # of snaps he runs between the tackles. Texas didn't use him that way and I don't think Dallas will either.

I see him as the competing for the #3 back with Deuce and that won't be an easy win. While Deuce has done virtually nothing in the NFL, neither has Blue and Vaughn was a far superior college back. Deuce had 3,604 rushing yards and 1,280 receiving at K State vs. Blue's 1,162 rushing and 503 receiving at Texas. Much of that had to do with who Blue had playing in front of him and snap count, but it's there.

Also keep in mind that the Cowboys new offensive line coach Conor Riley recruited Vaughn and coached him for 3 years, so there's some familiarity there. I think Blue is probably a better pass catcher, has a little better size, and obviously dangerous speed. He also has tiny hands and 8 career fumbles. Vaugh has far better contact balance and is no slouch at catching the football. He's got bigger hands than Blue and only 2 career fumbles. But you just can't get around how small he is.

The running back competition in camp is the one I most look forward to. We've got no idea who the 1, 2, or 3 are at this point and I'm fearful we've got nothing but a bunch of 4s.
 
Hardline said:
There might not be anyone who knows the new Dallas Cowboys rookie Jaydon Blue better than former Texas Longhorns running back coach Tashard Choice.
After three seasons of being on the same sideline, two former Texas Longhorns will match up opposite of each other this coming fall. When the Dallas Cowboys face off with the Detroit Lions this coming season, Jaydon Blue and Tashard Choice will be on opposite sides.

Yet, although he will not be coaching Blue as he begins his NFL career, Choice did not hold back any secrets during a recent interview with DallasCowboys.com's Tommy Yarrish. Choice gave his NFC foes, the Cowboys, a scouting report on how they should use Blue.

https://www.si.com/college/texas/fo...d-choice-dallas-cowboys-jaydon-blue-blueprint
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Choice went to GA Tech ……… Google is your friend.

:thumbup:
 
CTcowboy203 said:
I think blue is going to be a nice weapon on the field. And be a good player but I do not think he’s gonna have the impact right away that so many do, believe it will take time and I have to see him play before I can determine if he’s a 1.

I keep seeing comparisons the Gibbs and the lions here by many, I’m not sure why.
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Because they have the same skill set..

RB is the easiest position to transition to in the NFL by far.

We’ll know pretty quick if he’s going to be a good player.
 
JIMMYBUFFETT said:
I like Blue. I've watched every snap he's taken at Texas and even saw him play one game for Klein Cain. Blue isn't a #1 RB type and I don't he'll ever be. I also don't think that's what Dallas expects out of him. You can watch every snap he's taken and count on one hand the # of snaps he runs between the tackles. Texas didn't use him that way and I don't think Dallas will either.

I see him as the competing for the #3 back with Deuce and that won't be an easy win. While Deuce has done virtually nothing in the NFL, neither has Blue and Vaughn was a far superior college back. Deuce had 3,604 rushing yards and 1,280 receiving at K State vs. Blue's 1,162 rushing and 503 receiving at Texas. Much of that had to do with who Blue had playing in front of him and snap count, but it's there.

Also keep in mind that the Cowboys new offensive line coach Conor Riley recruited Vaughn and coached him for 3 years, so there's some familiarity there. I think Blue is probably a better pass catcher, has a little better size, and obviously dangerous speed. He also has tiny hands and 8 career fumbles. Vaugh has far better contact balance and is no slouch at catching the football. He's got bigger hands than Blue and only 2 career fumbles. But you just can't get around how small he is.

The running back competition in camp is the one I most look forward to. We've got no idea who the 1, 2, or 3 are at this point and I'm fearful we've got nothing but a bunch of 4s.
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Vaughn is done unfortunately.

The Cowboys don’t know how to use him and Blue just has more juice.

It will not surprise me if Vaughn leaves Dallas and has a solid career.

Cowboys wasted his potential for players like Ezekiel Elliot.
 
JIMMYBUFFETT said:
I like Blue. I've watched every snap he's taken at Texas and even saw him play one game for Klein Cain. Blue isn't a #1 RB type and I don't he'll ever be. I also don't think that's what Dallas expects out of him. You can watch every snap he's taken and count on one hand the # of snaps he runs between the tackles. Texas didn't use him that way and I don't think Dallas will either.

I see him as the competing for the #3 back with Deuce and that won't be an easy win. While Deuce has done virtually nothing in the NFL, neither has Blue and Vaughn was a far superior college back. Deuce had 3,604 rushing yards and 1,280 receiving at K State vs. Blue's 1,162 rushing and 503 receiving at Texas. Much of that had to do with who Blue had playing in front of him and snap count, but it's there.

Also keep in mind that the Cowboys new offensive line coach Conor Riley recruited Vaughn and coached him for 3 years, so there's some familiarity there. I think Blue is probably a better pass catcher, has a little better size, and obviously dangerous speed. He also has tiny hands and 8 career fumbles. Vaugh has far better contact balance and is no slouch at catching the football. He's got bigger hands than Blue and only 2 career fumbles. But you just can't get around how small he is.

The running back competition in camp is the one I most look forward to. We've got no idea who the 1, 2, or 3 are at this point and I'm fearful we've got nothing but a bunch of 4s.
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You don’t get the difference between College and Pro
Deuce may have been a better college back but he is too slow given his stature to excel in nfl
Blue will be a better nfl back even if it’s a niche role
 
Hardline said:
There might not be anyone who knows the new Dallas Cowboys rookie Jaydon Blue better than former Texas Longhorns running back coach Tashard Choice.
After three seasons of being on the same sideline, two former Texas Longhorns will match up opposite of each other this coming fall. When the Dallas Cowboys face off with the Detroit Lions this coming season, Jaydon Blue and Tashard Choice will be on opposite sides.

Yet, although he will not be coaching Blue as he begins his NFL career, Choice did not hold back any secrets during a recent interview with DallasCowboys.com's Tommy Yarrish. Choice gave his NFC foes, the Cowboys, a scouting report on how they should use Blue.

https://www.si.com/college/texas/fo...d-choice-dallas-cowboys-jaydon-blue-blueprint
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WR/RB with speed. We've been looking for this guy forever.

Smaller, faster Pollard.
Bigger, stronger, slower Turpin.

I think we wasted Pollard by not sending him deep more often. His speed was a huge matchup problem for LB, and we only made other teams pay for it once.

Maybe we'll make more of Blue.

And the crowd roars "Bluuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu"!
 
JIMMYBUFFETT said:
I see him as the competing for the #3 back with Deuce and that won't be an easy win. While Deuce has done virtually nothing in the NFL, neither has Blue
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The difference being we've watched Deuce do nothing in the NFL for 2 years, while Blue hasn't been given a shot yet.

Unless Deuce has made huge strides in his receiving in the offseason, he'll be lucky if they even want him on the PS.
 
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