The speed of Ezekial Elliott

RaZon said:
Well lets see...

Averaged

5.1
4.1
4.7
4.5
last season 4.0
this season 3.9

You've simply wrong if you think at 26 he still has the jets he once had, he doesn't and we all see it, hard to believe you don't.

Long runs each season

60
30
41
33
31
29

So the last two seasons his worst averages and no long runs,
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LOL, you are never going to convince me Zeke has lost a step so stop wasting your breath. We disagree. Understand this and stop repeating yourself.
 
JoeKing said:
LOL, you are never going to convince me Zeke has lost a step so stop wasting your breath. We disagree. Understand this and stop repeating yourself.
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Inferior averages per carry, fewer long runs, There it is.
 
beware_d-ware said:
Zeke looked a gear faster last week than he did in 2020, but he's nowhere near as explosive as Pollard. Pollard's just an f'ing rocket.
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Weird how Pollard sure looks faster than a 4.52

10. Tony Pollard, Memphis: 4.52 seconds
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Tony Pollard clocked a blazing 40-yard dash time. | Joe Robbins/Getty Images
A masterful returner, Tony Pollard spent three years as both a member of the Tigers’ special teams and went from a redshirt freshman to a star among the entire college world during his three-year stint with the Tigers.


9. Trayveon Williams, Texas A&M: 4.51 seconds
Although he was good his first two years at Texas A&M, Trayveon Williams broke out during his final year as a junior in 2018. He was one of the best rushers in college football with 1,760 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns. Although not his primary skill set, he also became a decent pass catcher, as well, receiving 27 passes for an average gain of nearly 10 yards in the process. That kind of production coupled with his 40-yard dash time makes Williams one of the top running backs in the NFL draft.

6. Miles Sanders, Penn St.: 4.49 seconds (TIE)
After securing his starting spot during his final year as a Nittany Lion, Miles Sanders made headlines. He was his team’s most consistent rusher during a season in which he proved to be one of the best offensive players in the entire Big Ten. Although he isn’t expected to be a top pick, many believe that he could be a valuable addition in one of the earlier rounds. Sanders might be a steal whenever he’s picked. One source ranks him No. 2 among all running backs in the NFL draft.

6. Karan Higdon, Michigan: 4.49 seconds (TIE)
Projected to be a middle-round selection, Karan played four years at Michigan and showed a knack for growth each year. During his senior season, he showed up enough to become one of the best running backs in the Big Ten with his consistent play on offense. He finished the season with nearly 1,200 yards rushing and 10 touchdowns.

6. Darrell Henderson, Memphis: 4.49 seconds (TIE)
Henderson spent three years as a Memphis Tiger, and he accumulated many accolades not only within his team and conference but on a national scale. Any way you look at it, he was one of the top running backs in college football last season. His 1,909 yards rushing ranked No. 2, and he tied for second with 22 touchdowns.

Projected to be an early round pick, teams are looking for Henderson to utilize his relentless speed in the backfield and across the offensive formations as he has a knack for explosive play and getting lots of yardage when he is given the opportunity to run the field.

5. Travis Homer, Miami: 4.48 seconds
Homer did not take a normal path to become an NFL draft prospect. As a freshman, he got more run as a defensive player, amassing eight tackles in the process. It wasn’t until his second year that he began to show his skill at the offensive side of the ball. Although he is still raw, many believe that Homer could be a steal in the middle rounds if he can reach his true potential.

3. Mike Weber, Ohio St.: 4.47 seconds (TIE)
Another middle-round projection, Weber’s career at Ohio St. was plagued by injuries which kept him from making leaps into the projected early rounds. He wasn’t the Buckeyes’ top back last season; J.K. Dobbins was. That’s not to say that he isn’t skilled, however. When he was able to get on the field, he showed lots of promise with five yards per reception and six yards per carry.

3. Jordan Scarlett, Florida: 4.47 seconds (TIE)
Off the field issues, including being suspended for a season, plagued Scarlett’s, but many believe that if he commits himself to becoming a better football player, he could end up being a steal in the draft. His 40-yard dash time is one of the fastest of all the running backs in his class. Still, teams are worried about his character issues, and some believe that he may go undrafted.

2. Ryquell Armstead, Temple: 4.45 seconds
Ryquell Armstead played four years at Temple, and he went from a perennial bench player to a starter by the end of his senior season. He had nearly 1,100 yards and scored 13 times in 2018. Projected to go in the middle rounds, many believe that he could work his way into an effective NFL player thanks to his size and his relentless, competitive play.

1. Justice Hill, Oklahoma St.: 4.40 seconds
Oklahoma teammate Kyler Murray could be the top pick in the NFL draft. Hill probably won’t be picked in the first round, but he has a chance to be selected later in the draft. With the fastest 40-yard dash time, Justice Hill’s ability to get down the field isn’t in question. However, concerns about his small size and lack of poise make him a middle round prospect who will need to earn his spot on an NFL roster. However, if he can adjust to the pro level, those concerns could prove to be unfounded.


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There's no denying that Zeke's production has waned in recent years but so has the blocking of the Cowboys' OL. He still retains the power that he's been known for, however. The staff has reduced his touches with the idea that they want to maximize his contributions later in the year. It seems that Pollard will be taking up the slack that's been created by the reduction of Zeke's touches. He's had an undeniable downturn in the last several years in his production, especially late in the season. We'll see if more rest helps his performance later this season. That's the plan. He's not going anywhere, that's for sure. o_O
 
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Elliot has turned into a complete football player. He doesn’t complain. He does everything asked of him. And he does it with high-efficiency this is coming from someone who is not a huge Elliot fan . You’re lucky to have him
 
RaZon said:
Nope, the guy has without question lost some of his jets, totally obvious. But, he can still be effective.as is. He's faster right now than Emmitt ever was,
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Did you see him flying down the sidelines. Just before halftime. Did you see him take off on the left side of the first quarter. He hasn’t lost anything. Hey I actually think he’s too quick. Let your blocks develop
 
RaZon said:
Nope, the guy has without question lost some of his jets, totally obvious. But, he can still be effective.as is. He's faster right now than Emmitt ever was,
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Agree. Emmitt however had much better balance then Zeke and better vision. Zeke seems to be missing cutback lanes. I expect him to get better as the season goes and the line gets totally healthy. We have not had our first team o line on the field yet. Ps that assumes he doesn't get hurt.
 
RaZon said:
Why is everyone down on Zeke right now, what is he lacking?
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IMO he's severely lacking confidence, or as they say these days "swag". The physical tools are still there, the lack of confidence is effecting his vision, patience and ability to make that one defender miss. Watching Pollard play well probably gets into his head as well. I think one monster game is what he needs to get that "swag" back.
 
RaZon said:
4.4 is cooking for a running back

Zeke



A Missouri state high hurdles champ in HS, thinking he won it four times.

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John Riggins twice the Kansas State 100 yard champ a 9.8 guy, also won the long jump, over 22 feet. Obviously he was lighter in those days. Did see a video, dude was yoked.

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Remember our old DB Mel Renfro, well he was a running back and a stud 13.7 hurdler and a 25-10 long jumper. Scored at the NCAA helping Oregon win the meet. He also ran a leg on a world record 4x1 team at Oregon, very rare for a college to pull that off. Also on that team Jerry Tarr and Mike Gaetcher both had pro football shots, ah...busts!

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Alvin "only had one play" Harper, was a stud high jumper at Tennessee, 7-2 is world class.

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Remember our DB Terrence Newman, he was a Big12 100 champ while at Kansas State a 10.20 guy.

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Hollywood Henderson was a 9.5 100 guy and a triple jumper at Langston College. No doubts he ran on the 4x1 relay also. Not sure why he played linebacker, hmmm?

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The only way Riggins ran 9.8 or Henderson ran 9.5 was if the race was 100 Yards not the standard sprinting distance of 100 meters. Ben Johnson broke the 14 year world record in the 100M back in 1983 with a time of 9.93. Usain Bolt the greatest of all-time never ran a 9.5 flat. Where are you getting these times? :lmao:

You are the track fan. You should know better.
 
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stinkface said:
Agree. Emmitt however had much better balance then Zeke and better vision. Zeke seems to be missing cutback lanes. I expect him to get better as the season goes and the line gets totally healthy. We have not had our first team o line on the field yet. Ps that assumes he doesn't get hurt.
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Every time people compare Zeke to Emmitt , I just shake my head in amazement. :facepalm:

Zeke's got a long way to go to catch Emmitt and Dorsett , and his career trajectory isn't going upward.
 
Problem with Elliott is he had plenty of miles on him when he got here, and basically peaked very early in his NFL career.

I'm not trashing him, it's the nature of the position.

Think about how many guys in the last 20 years were top fantasy picks one year, and unheard of not so long after.....

Shaun Alexander, Larry Johnson, Priest Holmes just off the top of my head. There are several others.

His agent knew what he was doing....because without the holdout, he may never see that money....and without the way its structured, he would have been gone this past offseason.

Again, not trashing him, but there's no way a RB could live up to that deal in today's NFL. It's 100% a passing league.
 
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