Offense's Identity

[jazzcat22]

McFadden and even Randle are over 200 lbs. They are not much different size wise from Murray. But they don't finish runs aka "run to darkness" very often. Many lament that Murray left yards on the field but he also left a statement.

Run DMC and Joey Fingers are at their best in space. Randle does have the ability to make himself skinny going through LOS, and can lay a hit at times at end of his runs, but his natural instinct is to avoid contact, seek space, even if it means going sideways or even backwards. All 3 guys will break it outside at every opportunity. A workhorse back who relishes the dirty work would be nice, but barring that Cowboys need a short yardage mauler who can close out games, especially close games.

Current RBBC concerns me during those waning moments when we must keep the chains moving and OWN the clock, not just control it.

If the OL is wearing down the defense though, and they are in position to run out the clock. The D will be tired so that even a smaller back can get those few tough yards.
Yes, in theory that should be the case, but always is not. I understand what you mean, and makes perfect sense.
But I want to see how physical they can be. If it's not there then I can see a bigger RB coming in, but then who do you trust. Your staring RBs that got you to this point, or a big RB that does not get to carry that often. Everyone knows what you plan to do. So can he hold onto the ball too.

 

[BAT]

Size of RBs
Seattle, Lynch, Turbin, and the 2 that most are drooling over for Dallas to get, Michael and Rawls.
Are all in the range of 5-10, 5-11 and 215 to 222 pound range.

Randle is 6-0 and 204, McFadden 6-2, 210, Gus Johnson 5-10, 224
As comparison Emmitt was 5-9, 209.

So Seattle loved RBs aren't really that much different in size. A little shorter, but heavier. I don't see that being a big significance to be all that concerned over. So have them put on a little weight or do you want them to still be quick and fast.
Yes Dunbar smaller but look at othe smaller RBs that can have an impact, like Sproles.

You are focusing on size, I am talking about attitude. Both Emmitt and Sweetness were physically smaller than both McFadden and Randle, but both played bigger, more physical and relished running inside, not breaking it outside at drop of a hat.

 

[BAT]

If the OL is wearing down the defense though, and they are in position to run out the clock. The D will be tired so that even a smaller back can get those few tough yards.
Yes, in theory that should be the case, but always is not. I understand what you mean, and makes perfect sense.
But I want to see how physical they can be. If it's not there then I can see a bigger RB coming in, but then who do you trust. Your staring RBs that got you to this point, or a big RB that does not get to carry that often. Everyone knows what you plan to do. So can he hold onto the ball too.

In this scenario, a big RB is more likely to hold on to the ball than a smaller RB, no? Since we are not talking specifics we have to use generalities and physics. There are big RBs that are agile and versatile enough to pose more than just a threat to run in this situation in any event. Heck, just signing a big back like Joey Iosefa (6'0 250) to PS would be a good start IMO. That way if the Pony Express is not delivering enough male, then bring up the Clydesdale.

 

[Aven8]

This is the only reason I'm worried about this upcoming season (outside of health). Will we still have the same identity without the bruising RB? The only player that fits that bill is Gus Johnson and we haven't even really seen him.

 

[blindzebra]

Our identity will be hitting the QB a lot, because we will have a lot of double digit leads in the 4th quarter because the offense will utilize all it's talent to score a lot more.

 

[jazzcat22]

In this scenario, a big RB is more likely to hold on to the ball than a smaller RB, no? Since we are not talking specifics we have to use generalities and physics. There are big RBs that are agile and versatile enough to pose more than just a threat to run in this situation in any event. Heck, just signing a big back like Joey Iosefa (6'0 250) to PS would be a good start IMO. That way if the Pony Express is not delivering enough male, then bring up the Clydesdale.

I thought Clydesdales deliver Budweiser.......lol....
Couldn't resist....

 

[BAT]

I thought Clydesdales deliver Budweiser.......lol....
Couldn't resist....

That too!! That's 2 for price of 1.