Running Backs - who is 2?

[Ironicalicon]

Fish went through this today, they want Blue to be the # 2, but he needs to earn it.
also he said they are fine with what they have currently.

Mike Fisher's "insight" really does carry all that much weight in my eyes, but...

Apparently that's the case. ^
I'd like to believe there's someone they trust, be it Blue or Mafah or Malik Davis to be the guy in case Javonte goes down for any long stretch—I don't think it's Davis due to how long he's been around and only just last year got any sizeable amount of playing time—though he did appear to have more burst last season compared to what he'd down in previous years in preseason games.

I'm just really anxious to see more of the two youngsters from last year's draft, and even the UDRFA, Dominic Richardson.

I have to account for the possibility that our curiosity about the RB position behind Javonte is just uncertainty, because we're not privy to what the coaches see in every practice. Maybe they really are good with what they have.

Here's hoping, I mean, because if not they surely would've taken one in the draft or at least signed a vet of some kind, right?

 

[DandyDon52]

Mike Fisher's "insight" really does carry all that much weight in my eyes, but...

Apparently that's the case. ^
I'd like to believe there's someone they trust, be it Blue or Mafah or Malik Davis to be the guy in case Javonte goes down for any long stretch—I don't think it's Davis due to how long he's been around and only just last year got any sizeable amount of playing time—though he did appear to have more burst last season compared to what he'd down in previous years in preseason games.

I'm just really anxious to see more of the two youngsters from last year's draft, and even the UDRFA, Dominic Richardson.

I have to account for the possibility that our curiosity about the RB position behind Javonte is just uncertainty, because we're not privy to what the coaches see in every practice. Maybe they really are good with what they have.

Here's hoping, I mean, because if not they surely would've taken one in the draft or at least signed a vet of some kind, right?

Well he also said they want to see them in TC.
I guess if javonte is injured they will go to whichever one they think at the time can handle his role.
I want to see mafah play more and maybe this dominic guy.
Just IMO I think these guys need to get some real game time to judge them, because practice isnt going to tell you much.
Hopefully we see them play in PS.

 

[reddyuta]

Guys like Karem hunt and Nick Chubb are available ,if Mafah sucks in TC we will sign a veteran RB.

 

[Hawkeye0202]

Sidenote........IF Blue is STILL trying to earn their respect after the way they pushed him last season, we need to move on IMO.

This........

 

[Cowboyny]

I'm not saying Blue is King Henry, but Henry was mostly red shirted his first NFL season.

Blue being a healthy scratch wasn’t a good thing, especially who he was competing against

 

[Chocolate Lab]

I hope im wrong but Blue may never get serious playing time here in the regular season.

You just dont risk getting your starting QB decapitated nor risk fumbling at a critical time.

I really wonder if they did their due diligence in scouting him?

Is the coveted Spaulding Cousin Endorsement not enough for you, you monster?

 

[J-man]

If you're asking today, it's almost certainly Davis. NFL teams love vets as backups. They know they can rely on them. Not for equal production but for stability.
But this offseason I think will we see a good battle develop as those 2 young guys we took last year will want a chance to solidify themselves as NFL players.
I won't be shocked at all if they brought in a solid vet by the end of camp either.

 

[visionary]

He

he reportedly in a hard worker and a great locker room guy.

Who has been injured and missed several games and injuries have seriously affected his production in his short career to date

Hopefully he can stay healthy and produce as in 2025 this year because against popular belief, Dak will struggle without a #1 TB

 

[blueblood70]

Mike Fisher's "insight" really does carry all that much weight in my eyes, but...

Apparently that's the case. ^
I'd like to believe there's someone they trust, be it Blue or Mafah or Malik Davis to be the guy in case Javonte goes down for any long stretch—I don't think it's Davis due to how long he's been around and only just last year got any sizeable amount of playing time—though he did appear to have more burst last season compared to what he'd down in previous years in preseason games.

I'm just really anxious to see more of the two youngsters from last year's draft, and even the UDRFA, Dominic Richardson.

I have to account for the possibility that our curiosity about the RB position behind Javonte is just uncertainty, because we're not privy to what the coaches see in every practice. Maybe they really are good with what they have.

Here's hoping, I mean, because if not they surely would've taken one in the draft or at least signed a vet of some kind, right?

I like our running back room even with the same names as last year and you're right the rookie looks like a nice back You roll in through preseason till the last preseason game and then you can assess your position groups all of them but I like our running back room I think it's gonna be better than people think just like last year nobody liked our running back room but I like it even more now..

In that scenario if Williams goes down for a long stretch or for the season they will go out and get one at that time it is not hard to introduce any running back into your offense it just isn't But by then these other guys will get their snaps they deserve and the reps they deserve to prove that may they might be one of those guys you don't bring in a veteran with high mileage on them as an insurance policy I mean we did that once with the Dalvin Cook and just stashed on the practice squad and I don't think he got called up more than once he he had no effect on the team it wasn't necessary and then we had Sanders last year looked OK but got injured didn't last long I'd rather roll with the young guys I'd do the running back by committee for RB 2 which by the way people keep counting out Hunter hunter can do a pretty good job in the short yardage situations on obvious rundowns he will be that guy more so than anyone else in my mind that can do it..

Already active every game he's a fullback he's right there if necessary he can do that and then they would just lean on the other guys a little bit more But I'm confident in this group so I'm not sure why this is necessary right now..

We get to watch it first hand through camp through preseason and then when they're doing cut downs we'll have a really good idea on what looks good and what doesn't williams shouldn't see a damn snap in preseason games so there'll be plenty of fighting for depth..

 

[blueblood70]

Guys like Karem hunt and Nick Chubb are available ,if Mafah sucks in TC we will sign a veteran RB.

There are four other running backs that are saying hello to you right now they're all going to be fighting for that spot not just Phil Mafah.. The kid from Tulsa the undrafted free agent running back looks like a three down back to me looks pretty damn good and Davis is the tweener that do a little bit of everything he reminds me of Pollard so this is not about Phil this is about a running back by committee at RB 2 along with Hunter can also do short yardage they will work it out in training camp and preseason games and then they'll figure it out..

Right now Williams is healthy and he won't be used in preseason games just like last year Should he get hurt for a long stretch they can bring in a running back at that moment for the next game but I think they can get through a game with the guys that they have..

 

[kskboys]

If Blue is our 2, we are in major trouble there. Might be the same w/ Mafah. I love the way he runs, but he's just so slow to the hole.

 

[McKDaddy]

they want Blue to be the # 2,

Do they want him to be #2 primarily because of draft selection? (too often this seems to be the case)

Because they understand the "thunder & lightning" approach could be dynamic and stress defenses?

Because they believe he has the talent to be a difference maker?

Why they want him to be #2 is very important. Not only for the RB position but what it tells you about organizational decision making.

 

[Cowboyny]

Who has been injured and missed several games and injuries have seriously affected his production in his short career to date

Hopefully he can stay healthy and produce as in 2025 this year because against popular belief, Dak will struggle without a #1 TB

He isn't injury prone, had 1 major injury that took time to recover from.

 

[visionary]

He isn't injury prone, had 1 major injury that took time to recover from.

Ok lets see

 

[Arkyvarminter]

Probably what we're looking at is if Williams has a long term injury, Jerry will bring in someone that's not as good as what we already have...he does that..

 

[darthseinfeld]

I thought Malik Davis did a fine job when called upon. He’d be my #2 at this time.

Maybe Blue can beat him out during the offseason, but he’s my backup as of now.

Ya Davis isnt sexy, but he is solid. Did well in small samples and is the type of back that can grind if you have to give him 18 carries. Blue should be a more effective back in small samples, but he hasnt proven anything yet.

Im Davis until proven otherwise

 

[DandyDon52]

Do they want him to be #2 primarily because of draft selection? (too often this seems to be the case)

Because they understand the "thunder & lightning" approach could be dynamic and stress defenses?

Because they believe he has the talent to be a difference maker?

Why they want him to be #2 is very important. Not only for the RB position but what it tells you about organizational decision making.

They think "thunder & lightning" approach could be dynamic. Thats all fish has said about it and probably all they say to him.
They want the power guy, and a "fast" dynamic smaller rb.
Last year they didnt see the effort from him, and he doesnt have the right mentality.

Unless he has got the mentality he could get passed up by another rb who has the right mentality.
Davis looked good last year what little we saw of him , and mafah we have not seen him at all really.

I think if he is a good power back too, I would go with him and javonte , and mix in some davis.
I think there is very little chance of blue ever being good enough to be good against another good defense.
He could possible shine against weaker defenses.

He was also good in college at catching passes but cowboys havent utilized that at all.

 

[blueblood70]

They think "thunder & lightning" approach could be dynamic. Thats all fish has said about it and probably all they say to him.
They want the power guy, and a "fast" dynamic smaller rb.
Last year they didnt see the effort from him, and he doesnt have the right mentality.

Unless he has got the mentality he could get passed up by another rb who has the right mentality.
Davis looked good last year what little we saw of him , and mafah we have not seen him at all really.

I think if he is a good power back too, I would go with him and javonte , and mix in some davis.
I think there is very little chance of blue ever being good enough to be good against another good defense.
He could possible shine against weaker defenses.

He was also good in college at catching passes but cowboys havent utilized that at all.

Think they already worked that out between the injury and him not being a great professional blue by the end of the season got healthy and I believe they got on the same page so they should come out of the gate strong this year..

But you can have both you have Thunder(williams) and lightning(blue) but you have Davis what do you wanna call him , hail, LOL He's definitely a tweener he can do a little of all of it but they don't have to choose for the most part between Hunter and those dudes they'll all be on the active game day roster at some point in time..

But that's why we gotta watch preseason very closely Mafah is also another Thunder guy, The guy from Tulsa the undrafted free agent He's also in the middle though he's kind of big but he's got a little speed I mean he looks like a three down back to me So you got some strong competition and that's always good.. I believe the other running back might be a fast back as well I think his name might be israel I can't remember.

But that should be one of the groups that I'll be watching very closely...

Should be fun I mean if Blue hasn't learned by now to get into meetings be on time Whenever you're tested or asked questions speak up don't fall asleep You know pay attention in practice I'm sure it was a little of everything but he was also banged up..

I'd like to see all of it this is going to be a fun preseason have all these guys fighting for position..

 

[gimmesix]

Right now it’s Davis #2 and the two rookies (from last year of course) fighting for a roster spot. But it’s May. I’m sure the team hopes both of the young guys pass him between now and week 1. Personally, until proven otherwise, I’m going with the guy who has done it in the real games and who no matter how many times we try to move on from him keeps proving he is better than the guys we keep instead of him. Again, it’s May. We have a whole off-season to figure it out and this team seems to be more about competition than we have seen in a long time, so I think the roles will be won and lost on the field like they should be

Don't know if I'd go that far with Davis. He's been so far down the roster at times that he was on the practice squad. He's just proven to be better than the players we have right now.

 

[RustyBourneHorse]

Number 2 is in the toilet or the corner of my stable.....

Oh, wrong 2?

Uh, probably Mafah.