So what do we think about Tolbert?

[bluemagic4ever]

Of course. However, what he lacks is the burst and agility to consistently create separation and doesn't particularly have great deep speed. So, what are you pointing at to make you think he can be a #2, or a high quality 3?

Its easy to look at his deficiencies but when WR cant get separation you can look at his attributes and/or coaching, Is he the fasted no, best route runner no, but he has 42 rec, 482 yards and 6 TDs. From a coaching stand point if I am trying to utilize him - then lets start with formations why not use more bunch formations, more motion to get more separation. Schematically, lets run more rub routes or bubbles. Tolbert lack of consistency is all about him, its also lack of innovation to get him in the mix. Tolberts numbers are better than Tim Patrick who is also a 3rd WR but B. Johnson is get him good touches even having Jameson and St. Brown and Laporta. I am not in disagreement with some of your views but I dont think he is a waste or doesnt offer potential. I feel the scheme is too bland and based of having more talent vs schematically getting more out what you have.

 

[thunderpimp91]

He has a skillset, doesnt have to be theirs. I was comparing the roles , you dont have to possess their skillset to fit their role. He is a 3rd option right now at best. He is a possession WR, who is still developing. I remember when Crayton was the 3rd WR and he was solid, but when there were injuries he got reps at 2nd WR and he just wasnt that guy. Same situation. Dallas needs to use him better in the role he is vs taking him out the game or giving up on him. Which is another issue with MM and the offense, understanding what you have and what they strengths are and using them vs trying to beg hole into what you do.

I really dont know how else you use Tolbert. His strengths are really running those north/south routes from the tree, which fits exactly with what the Cowboys have ran most of the season. Hes a solid deep ball guy, he is also a great on those comeback routes. They've also had some success running him on crossers with play action, the Carolina game TD comes to mind. Overall though there just isnt enough that Tolbert does well to justify getting him a ton of snaps right now. I think there is a role for the guy, but I think he is starting to fall down the list with Cooks back, Turpin showing improvement this year, and even Flournoy looking pretty good against Tampa.