RB target: Thomas Rawls

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xwalker said:
He also said this current OL could do things that they couldn't because they are more athletic.
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Yes, he did. I think some of what he said was done with humility, both about the role the line played in Emmitt's success and their ability. I think if you compare the lines player for player, it would end up being pretty close, but Emmitt is definitely the superior runner so he did more with less IMO.

Players like Gogan and Gesek might be on a comparable level to Leary, but they can't touch Martin. Tuinei was a scrapper, but nowhere near the talent Smith is. Stepnoski was a great technician with good movement skills, but lacks the power of Frederick. The only place where that line had a clear advantage is with Erik Williams at RT, and when Larry Allen joined the team ... because as good as our current players are they have a long way to go to match Allen in his prime.
 
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gimmesix said:
Yes, he did. I think some of what he said was done with humility, both about the role the line played in Emmitt's success and their ability. I think if you compare the lines player for player, it would end up being pretty close, but Emmitt is definitely the superior runner so he did more with less IMO.

Players like Gogan and Gesek might be on a comparable level to Leary, but they can't touch Martin. Tuinei was a scrapper, but nowhere near the talent Smith is. Stepnoski was a great technician with good movement skills, but lacks the power of Frederick. The only place where that line had a clear advantage is with Erik Williams at RT, and when Larry Allen joined the team ... because as good as our current players are they have a long way to go to match Allen in his prime.
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And with Erik Williams he was only great for the seasons prior to the car wreck. After that he was more a solid type guy and not a dominator.
 
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The Seattle-Denver game is on right now if you want to catch saviors in action--Michaels and Rawls.
 
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AmberBeer said:
The top 3 backs haven't played yet do those who feel that way really have no reason to. I want to see all 3 play first. Another 2 weeks and we will have a better idea.
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Yeah.. Another two weeks and we will be too far along to plug someone in and have him ready to compete by game 1....
 
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I would prefer to avoid Romo getting killed because we waited until the 11th hour to bring in someone that really should have been here at the onset of TC
 
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This kind of conversation is encouraging. . It's good to see the board start to come around and realize all is not alright at rb.
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Scratch me off your list of "who's coming around". I still believe Randle is going to show out this year, just like he has already in camp. And McFadden will prove his doubters wrong. McFadden will spell Randle and only have 8-10 carries a game. This will keep him fresh and healthy. Mix in Dunbar in the pass/screen game, the Cowboys have a legit RB by committee.
Doubters like the above think that a team has to have a "lead back" challenging for the rushing title every year, This is far from the truth and the Patriots proved this last year. And many other teams prove to be very effective offensively without a true #1 back.
I read the topic simply bc I'm a fan of my Cowboys and love reading/watching the up-n-coming players on the team. I love doing my own analysts, projections, and predictions. So please don't flatter yourself with comments meant to reassure your on insecurities.
Again, this team will be fine with Randle starting and McFadden in relief, but it's always a good story/read to find that "diamond in the rough". Just like Dallas did when they found out Probowl Quarterback. #GoCowboys!
 
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Yeah.. Another two weeks and we will be too far along to plug someone in and have him ready to compete by game 1....
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By the sound of that, is it safe to assume you mean plug them in on the front end, as our RB1?
 
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Knotamus said:
Scratch me off your list of "who's coming around". I still believe Randle is going to show out this year, just like he has already in camp. And McFadden will prove his doubters wrong. McFadden will spell Randle and only have 8-10 carries a game. This will keep him fresh and healthy. Mix in Dunbar in the pass/screen game, the Cowboys have a legit RB by committee.
Doubters like the above think that a team has to have a "lead back" challenging for the rushing title every year, This is far from the truth and the Patriots proved this last year. And many other teams prove to be very effective offensively without a true #1 back.
I read the topic simply bc I'm a fan of my Cowboys and love reading/watching the up-n-coming players on the team. I love doing my own analysts, projections, and predictions. So please don't flatter yourself with comments meant to reassure your on insecurities.
Again, this team will be fine with Randle starting and McFadden in relief, but it's always a good story/read to find that "diamond in the rough". Just like Dallas did when they found out Probowl Quarterback. #GoCowboys!
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Oh ok. Thanks for brightening my day with your commentary. I strive to be the fan that you are someday.
 
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DFWJC said:
By the sound of that, is it safe to assume you mean plug them in on the front end, as our RB1?
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Rb1 or Rb2. Imo both are still very much up in the air. Either way, miss a blitz pickup assignment and we're rooting for Weeden.
 
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speedkilz88 said:
And with Erik Williams he was only great for the seasons prior to the car wreck. After that he was more a solid type guy and not a dominator.
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Yes, he was really limited movementwise after that.
 
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AmberBeer said:
If he hasn't played in a other 2 weeks then you have your answer about him.
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I won't be surprised if he plays by then. I also won't be surprised if he comes up lame when we need him.

His injury history concerns me too much to rely on him. Quite frankly, it was my main concern with re-signing Murray, but he seemed to find a formula for staying healthier after two seasons struggling with it. McFadden has always had problems, and recurring ones with his hamstrings.
 
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