Switzer v Shepard (compare and contrast)

[Verdict]

I am curious what you guys think regarding comparing Switzer and Shepard, the slot receiver the Gaints selected last year in the second round from OU. Shepard was probably more of a household name when he was drafted. But they seem like similar receivers to me. Switzer may be slightly stronger built.

Shepard was taken in the second round and did pretty well for the Giants last year. We took Switzer late in this draft. Much better value, obviously. He reminds me a lot of Beasley who was undrafted.

What do you guys think?

 

[gmoney112]

Shepard is bigger and more talented. He can also get vertical and change games that way.

Switzer is more of an ankle breaker in the Beasley mold.

 

[Whiskey Cowboy]

Switzer looks like a first down machine. He's quick, smart, and has really good hands.

Shepard has the ability to take it to the house from any part of the field. I watched every collegiate game he played and it broke my heart that he went to NY.

Sterling is clearly the better player right now but Switzer should do well in this offense.

 

[Howboutdemcowboys31]

One is on a respectable team (Switzer) and the other isn't

 

[tyke1doe]

Shepard has played in the league for a year now, the other (Switzer) hasn't.
By the end of next year, we'll have more facts for a better comparison.

 

[NeonDeion21]

 

[RS12]

If you watch Switzer on film he has a knack for making guys miss and finding creases. That will serve him well, along with above average hands. Just dont ask him to sky for it, he wont win many jump balls.

 

[Common Sense]

Shepard, no question.

 

[ghst187]

. Just dont ask him to sky for it, he wont win many jump balls.

Haha yeah that vertical is pretty lame

Is small,quick, and shifty the new WR trend?
It is interesting that when you see Bease catch a ball there's not a defender near him while Dez is usually covered even when he makes a catch....#separation

 

[rkell87]

Shepard, no question.

2 are known 1 is unknown, that familiarity usually gives you bias towards the best known. Given that chart and knowing nothing else, I'd go Switzer. While everything is relatively even, the shuttle and three cone are like 99th percentile for Switzer vs 90th for the other guys.

 

[Texas_Pete]

Switzer can impact Dallas more than Shepherd will impact the Gnats. Switzer runs back kicks and punts, is just as good or better in the slot, runs jet sweeps, and he can play RB in a wildcat type formation or traditionally. Call him the Switz-army knife. Even more, Switzer will make a few of our vets expendable. Because of his versatility, give me Switzer over Shepherd.

 

[Irvin88_4life]

I am curious what you guys think regarding comparing Switzer and Shepard, the slot receiver the Gaints selected last year in the second round from OU. Shepard was probably more of a household name when he was drafted. But they seem like similar receivers to me. Switzer may be slightly stronger built.

Shepard was taken in the second round and did pretty well for the Giants last year. We took Switzer late in this draft. Much better value, obviously. He reminds me a lot of Beasley who was undrafted.

What do you guys think?

Shepard has height on Switzer but Switzer is more talented and will have a better career. Other then jumping Switzer is much better at everything

 

[AsthmaField]

Knowing how change of direction is vital for a slot guy... I just might take Switzer considering his 3-cone and shuttle times. His quickness is astounding.

Like Shepard and Crowder as players too... but I love that quickness.

 

[Frozen700]

Let's keep it real, Sheppard is more of a threat.

Switzer is more of a chains mover. Something I believe we need. It works well for NE.

They have Two shifty guys that can move the chains consistently, as well as a playmaker that demands a double team and make game breaking plays.......we have that in Dez.

I believe one more big play making receiving threat would do wonders for us. Hopefully Rico can develop into that guy.

Two chain movers that can get the first down from anywhere on the field( and virtually move us closer to the red zone).....a RB who demands multiple attention, and WR who demands multiple attention, and hopefully Rico can become a threat.... at least in the Red Zone

 

[jrumann59]

Hard to say, crowder looks faster and quicker on tape. Shepard's hands at time last year were suspect. So going on what I know I will say crowder over the other two for now. Though I believe shepard and switzer could be equals to Crowder.

 

[JBell]

I feel guilty saying that I really love Crowder's game. I'll take anything close to him outta Switz.

 

[Bullflop]

Comparisons between Switzer and Shepard are essentially like comparing apples and oranges. Each serves separate purposes. In the final analysis, it all depends upon the results you are trying to produce. Both truly excel in their individual specialties. The advantages of each are selectively and aptly covered in the preceding posts. Take your pick -- they're both winners in their own ways.

 

[Macnalty]

If I had a choice with would be Sterling, he is a real talent, not saying Ryan Switzer is not just have not had the tv time with him to give a educated answer. Sterling has earned my praise he is a player IMO.

 

[Bullflop]

If I had a choice with would be Sterling, he is a real talent, not saying Ryan Switzer is not just have not had the tv time with him to give a educated answer. Sterling has earned my praise he is a player IMO.

Well put, although I think in fairness to Switzer, the totality of what he's able to accomplish is yet to be seen at the pro level, whereas Shepard has already shown what he has to offer. Shepard does have great measurables and the ability to score at any time, whereas Switzer appears to have exceptional return talents, the ability to sustain drives with great regularity and elusiveness to score as well.

I honestly believe both are destined to have highly successful careers. Let's just leave the burden of proof to be forthcoming in future years. I'm inclined to give Switzer time to prove himself. The long term proof awaits both of them.

 

[Cowboys_22]

Switzer because he's a Cowboy