Patrick Crayton = A young Hines Ward

[Vinnie2u]

I'm trying not to "drink the Kool-aid " But this guy catches everything thrown
his way. Whatever "it" is, He's got it.I love seeing young guys develop into players. The future looks bright for the Cowboys. Ware, MB111, Julius, Burnett, Crayton, Beriult, Pettiti, Canty, Spears,Ratliff, too many young players to name. all are keepers.

 

[BlueStar22]

the kid has the best friggin hands on the team. I'm amazed at how he catches the ball.

 

[Doomsday101]

I'm trying not to "drink the Kool-aid " But this guy catches everything thrown
his way. Whatever "it" is, He's got it.I love seeing young guys develop into players. The future looks bright for the Cowboys. Ware, MB111, Julius, Burnett, Crayton, Beriult, Pettiti, Canty, Spears,Ratliff, too many young players to name. all are keepers.

I agree and was very high on him at the end of last season which is why I was not overly disappointed when we did not draft a WR. Crayton in my book is the real deal and I think will only get better.

 

[Next_years_Champs]

Well first I'll make the disclaimer because I'm sure some here will take my comments to the extreme, while they aren't meant as a direct comparison talent wise or career wise. They are just my opinion as I watch Crayton play.

When I see the way Crayton runs very precise routes, catches the ball especially in traffic, the way he fights for extra yardage, the way he breaks tackles and even the way he grips the ball in one hand. It really reminds me more of Micheal Irvin than anyone else.

Now I'm not saying I think he will ever be the receiver that Irvin was, what I am saying is the similarities are there. If he continues to improve he could be quite a player.

What I find most encouraging is finally our draft selections are turning out as players, man that is a very good sign as to the future of the Cowboys, Now I would never give up on my Boys but the last 10 years have been as challenging as any decade in Cowboy history. And I've seen them all........

 

[Qwickdraw]

Crayton is becoming a very, very pleasant surprise.

 

[CaptainAmerica]

Well first I'll make the disclaimer because I'm sure some here will take my comments to the extreme, while they aren't meant as a direct comparison talent wise or career wise. They are just my opinion as I watch Crayton play.

When I see the way Crayton runs very precise routes, catches the ball especially in traffic, the way he fights for extra yardage, the way he breaks tackles and even the way he grips the ball in one hand. It really reminds me more of Micheal Irvin than anyone else.

Now I'm not saying I think he will ever be the receiver that Irvin was, what I am saying is the similarities are there. If he continues to improve he could be quite a player.

What I find most encouraging is finally our draft selections are turning out as players, man that is a very good sign as to the future of the Cowboys, Now I would never give up on my Boys but the last 10 years have been as challenging as any decade in Cowboy history. And I've seen them all........

I said in another thread last night, his style (body lean, way he wears his helmet, etc.) reminds me of Tony Hill, but his hands remind me of a young Jerry Rice and I'm not kidding.

Remember the stories of Rice's dad being a brick mason and Rice having strong hands by working with his dad? That's exactly what I thought when I watched Crayton snag everything in sight! I really love his potential!!

 

[jobberone]

I said in another thread last night, his style (body lean, way he wears his helmet, etc.) reminds me of Tony Hill, but his hands remind me of a young Jerry Rice and I'm not kidding.

Remember the stories of Rice's dad being a brick mason and Rice having strong hands by working with his dad? That's exactly what I thought when I watched Crayton snag everything in sight! I really love his potential!!

I mentioned he looked like Tony Hill as well. That's interesting that at least two people see it. But I don't put too much stock in that. I am excited about him as I don't think we will lose too much if Glenn goes down. Not saying he's as good as Glenn. I don't think that now. But I don't think the team will suffer as much if Glenn goes down. I would still be upset as there is a drop off after number three. I would like to see more of the other guys now.

 

[Next_years_Champs]

I said in another thread last night, his style (body lean, way he wears his helmet, etc.) reminds me of Tony Hill, but his hands remind me of a young Jerry Rice and I'm not kidding.

Remember the stories of Rice's dad being a brick mason and Rice having strong hands by working with his dad? That's exactly what I thought when I watched Crayton snag everything in sight! I really love his potential!!

Yeah Tony Hill was a very good and fluid receiver, however; he was more a finesse, speed type player. To me Crayton is smooth but he can also be very physical.

And yes Jerry Rice worked as a bricklayer with his father, but don't forget Irvin worked with his father as a roofer. Believe me roofing will strengthen the hands as well, but I agree Crayton has very strong hands and good hand eye coordination. He has the potential to be a very good player.

 

[Vinnie2u]

He reminds me more of Drew Pearson. Smooth, not fast, good routes, with a knack for making the important plays. For instance 3rd and 7th's.

 

[tyke1doe]

I was impressed with Crayton too. He just plucks the ball out of the air so effortlessly.

He'll be a star in this league within two years.

So much for clamoring about taking a receiver in the first round.

 

[Redball Express]

He reminds me more of Drew Pearson. Smooth, not fast, good routes, with a knack for making the important plays. For instance 3rd and 7th's.

he reminds me of..Pearson.

Wasn't Pearson a former QB also..? in high school or part of college..?

parcellswaterboy

 

[Maikeru-sama]

Actually Patrick Crayton reminds me of a stockier version of....keyshawn johnson. Knows how to find open spots as he was the only receiver that caught balls from all 3 quaterbacks. He fights for more yards after the catch and as you know, Keyshawn has really great hands and Parcells said Crayton has the best hands on the team.

Also, another guy comes to mind.......Chris Carter

- Mike G.

 

[JonJon]

Maybe the fact that we traded away Bryant and only got no hands Morgan was a blessing in disguise, because we may not have gotten a chance to see Crayton develop into a fine player.

 

[BlueStar II]

Crayton really did look good last night, and after seeing him and listening to some of Parcells comments about him, I think the priority need of taking a WR early, may have less importance now. I still feel we'll still take a WR at some point on the first day, but the sense of need may be less now with the ongoing development of Crayton.

 

[TheHustler]

Let's not annoint him a pro-bowler just yet. Just in the last two days, he has drawn comparisons to Irvin, Key and now Hines Ward. I like the kid, but it's just pre-season.

 

[Crown Royal]

I'm tired of seeing who Crayton reminds everyone of. Crayton reminds me of Crayton, the same rookie I saw owning in TC last season, the same physically gifted receiver who filled in for an injured Glenn at the end of last season, and the same freak of an athlete that is quickly working his way up the depth chart.

Crayton is so fun to watch.

 

[CaptainAmerica]

Let's not annoint him a pro-bowler just yet. Just in the last two days, he has drawn comparisons to Irvin, Key and now Hines Ward. I like the kid, but it's just pre-season.

We aren't saying he will rise to the level of those guys...yet.

We are just saying who (the way he looks),reminds us of.

 

[Trophy#6]

I thought last year he should've gotten all the playing time that Quincy Morgan bust demanded.

He'd be a good #2 behind Keyshawn. Push Glenn down to 3rd to preserve his fragile body a few more games. Not to mention what kind of a threat Glenn would be coming off the bench with fresh legs- the guy would be a terror.

A young guy needs to crack that top 2 soon. Preferrably before one of them goes down too.

 

[CowboysFan02]

I'm tired of seeing who Crayton reminds everyone of. Crayton reminds me of Crayton, the same rookie I saw owning in TC last season, the same physically gifted receiver who filled in for an injured Glenn at the end of last season, and the same freak of an athlete that is quickly working his way up the depth chart.

Crayton is so fun to watch.

Here here CR, why cant he just be Crayton.

 

[Crown Royal]

Here here CR, why cant he just be Crayton.

Nice looking sig you have there. :