Still optimistic and what happend to C-Mike?

[rpntex]

The worst part is that no one has said Michael is the answer to all our problems.

We just want to see what he can add to the RBBC. That is twisted into some cult like activity because it is repeated every week.

Then you're not paying attention… There have been several posters who have stated that they think Michael is the cure for everything that ails our running game. There are at least as many who feel that way as there are who are convinced he is nothing but a spare.

 

[RunDMC]

Michael got one carry. One freaking carry. This thread is ridiculous. McFadden looked slow as hell. I was disappointed in him. Randle is just a numb skull who can't be trusted. Michael needs more carries. Backs can't establish rhythm with one carry.

 

[rpntex]

Jim brown in his prime could not have gained one yard on that play with that blocking and your obsession with Jeremy Parnell has reached restraining order territory

Jim Brown would have been situationally aware, and would have stayed on the TE's hip and bulled forward. Jim Brown would not have tried to cut it back against the grain, running smack dab into a defender in the process.

In that situation, you put your head down and thought of the block…PERIOD!

 

[rpntex]

It's possible but we need to see more of Michael before we can make that determination.

This I can agree with... And from the looks of things he's going to get the opportunity.

 

[LocimusPrime]

Has anyone rematched that play on 3rd and 1? Was there anywhere for him to go or anyone to power through? I haven't seen the replay hoping to catch in on NFL network.

 

[AmericanCowboy]

He had one carry which was blitzed and there were defenders in the backfield when he got it.

He was also on the bench for 2.5 hours prior to that.

We seriously need to make Michael the starter. See what he can do. We know what we have in Mcfadden-Randle is better as a change of pace.

 

[Bleu Star]

Has anyone rematched that play on 3rd and 1? Was there anywhere for him to go or anyone to power through? I haven't seen the replay hoping to catch in on NFL network.

There was nowhere for him to go once he secured the handoff. This thread is laughable. I thought I had an agenda.. Wow. I pale in comparison.

 

[Bleu Star]

Doesn't seem to have an issue getting a yard.

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-...375487/Christine-Michael-1-yard-touchdown-run

Also appears to be worthy of a fair shake. Good conversation here.

http://www.nfl.com/videos/dallas-co...Michael-have-an-impact-on-the-Cowboys-offense

 

[bayeslife]

LOL xw you're reaching here man he was hit as soon as he touched the ball

 

[xwalker]

I'm having a hard time convincing myself that you actually believe what you type. Stevie Wonder saw that a cold CMike in on a crucial 3rd & 1 was going to be a run up the gut in our unimaginative offensive plan. You amaze me. Go ahead sir.

I've seen many people say they thought the Cowboys were going to fake to C-Mike with a roll out by Weeden. They used a 3 WR, 1 TE, 1 RB set which is not an obvious power running formation. If they had used a FB and multiple TEs then it would be obvious, but the Saints still had to defend against the pass with the 3 WR set.

Have you studied the play in slow motion? I've watched it frame by frame and he could have given himself a chance to get the critical 1st down if he had gone right instead of right up Witten's backside. He was not hit immediately after the handoff, he did have the option to make a move but chose the wrong one. I'm not saying that going right would have been a guarantee, but it would have given him an chance to run over a DB instead of running into a DL.

 

[xwalker]

LOL xw you're reaching here man he was hit as soon as he touched the ball

Not really. In this pic he ran up Witten's backside and was tackled by #78. If he had cut to his right he had a chance to just run over the DB #39.

 

[Zimmy Lives]

I've seen many people say they thought the Cowboys were going to fake to C-Mike with a roll out by Weeden. They used a 3 WR, 1 TE, 1 RB set which is not an obvious power running formation. If they had used a FB and multiple TEs then it would be obvious, but the Saints still had to defend against the pass with the 3 WR set.

Have you studied the play in slow motion? I've watched it frame by frame and he could have given himself a chance to get the critical 1st down if he had gone right instead of right up Witten's backside. He was not hit immediately after the handoff, he did have the option to make a move but chose the wrong one. I'm not saying that going right would have been a guarantee, but it would have given him an chance to run over a DB instead of running into a DL.

Normally I disagree with you, XW but, in this case, I think you are right.

If only I knew how this play was diagramed to be executed, I could then comment on whether "C-Mike" made the right read or was doomed to failure from the start. I would like to see him get more touches, though, against the Pats.

 

[Bleu Star]

I've seen many people say they thought the Cowboys were going to fake to C-Mike with a roll out by Weeden. They used a 3 WR, 1 TE, 1 RB set which is not an obvious power running formation. If they had used a FB and multiple TEs then it would be obvious, but the Saints still had to defend against the pass with the 3 WR set.

Have you studied the play in slow motion? I've watched it frame by frame and he could have given himself a chance to get the critical 1st down if he had gone right instead of right up Witten's backside. He was not hit immediately after the handoff, he did have the option to make a move but chose the wrong one. I'm not saying that going right would have been a guarantee, but it would have given him an chance to run over a DB instead of running into a DL.

Have you studied it in slow mo? If so, post the video Mr I have no agenda.

 

[Bleu Star]

Not really. In this pic he ran up Witten's backside and was tackled by #78. If he had cut to his right he had a chance to just run over the DB #39.

Pls post the video..... Videos tell stories. Still photos support agendas.