We may already have our deep speed threats already on our roster

[Cowboyny]

I here a lot of discussion that the Cowboys need to add an elite speed receiver who can stretch the field. Don't forget about these 2 on are already on our roster:

-Semi Fehoko and Turpin both possess elite 4.3 speed.

Unfortunately, Semi got hurt early on and we never got a chance to see him play meaningful snaps. I remember the coaches saying he had a real good camp. People tend to forget he ran a 4.37 at the combing being 6'2.

Turpin is quite like the receivers we are seeing in this year's class, undersized both height/weight. Moore only used him on the jet sweep, but it doesn't mean MM won't find a role for him within the offense. Turpin has stated his goal this year to to prove he can also play receiver.

If Gallup can return to his former self, a year after surgery, he can also provide the team with another deep threat option.

 

[Hawkeye0202]

The problem I see with both players is coaches don't them with more than limited roles. If they did, we would have seen it by now. I agree 100% that they both have legit deep speed but why can't they get on the field?

 

[KingintheNorth]

Very Jonesish approach to teambuilding.

We don’t need to get better, we’ll just give (insert back-up-player-who-wasn’t-good enough-to-contribute-last-year here) an opportunity.

27 years running.

 

[Cowboyny]

Very Jonesish approach to teambuilding.

We don’t need to get better, we’ll just give (insert back-up-player-who-wasn’t-good enough-to-contribute-last-year here) an opportunity.

27 years running.

I'm all for adding a legitimate #2 receiver, but I don't think we have to draft an elite speed guy to fill the need. I would rather have a JSN then the Hyatt.

 

[tm1119]

I mean if they can beat out Tolbert for a roster spot sure, but we need more reliable targets brought in and there’s only so many roster spots. I’d like 2 WR’s brought in- 1 free agent/trade and draft another in the 2nd-4th. Lamb-FA/Trade-Gallup-Rookie-Tolbert with Turpin as returner

 

[Cowboyny]

I mean if they can beat out Tolbert for a roster spot sure, but we need more reliable targets brought in and there’s only so many roster spots. I’d like 2 WR’s brought in- 1 free agent/trade and draft another in the 2nd-4th. Lamb-FA/Trade-Gallup-Rookie-Tolbert with Turpin as returner

I think that is the expectation to hedge their bets so to speak, 1 fa starter and add another via the draft.

 

[cnuball21]

Fehoko is intriguing but I’m not letting him keep from drafting someone early.

They aren’t going to give Turpin offensive snaps to protect him as a returner.

 

[RS12]

Could not agree less. These guys are turning into "they are what they are" players. Not what you hope they are.

 

[Risen Star]

I figured this thread was about Antonio Callaway.

 

[Sandyf]

I will not be surprised to see Dallas draft a WR in the draft although unlike many on this board, I think it will be in the 3rd day of the draft. I think fans underestimate what a healthy Gallup will bring along with Tolbert (who it appears the coaching staff is very high on regardless of last year), and Turpin will have more plays that suit him. Adding a veteran like OBJ whom the Jones feel is a difference maker would just improve that position.

A position with Lamb, Gallup, Tolbert, Turpin, OBJ, and Fehoko could and should be very, very good especially if Dallas shores up the OL to make a better running game.

 

[CowboyoWales]

I here a lot of discussion that the Cowboys need to add an elite speed receiver who can stretch the field. Don't forget about these 2 on are already on our roster:

-Semi Fehoko and Turpin both possess elite 4.3 speed.

Unfortunately, Semi got hurt early on and we never got a chance to see him play meaningful snaps. I remember the coaches saying he had a real good camp. People tend to forget he ran a 4.37 at the combing being 6'2.

Turpin is quite like the receivers we are seeing in this year's class, undersized both height/weight. Moore only used him on the jet sweep, but it doesn't mean MM won't find a role for him within the offense. Turpin has stated his goal this year to to prove he can also play receiver.

If Gallup can return to his former self, a year after surgery, he can also provide the team with another deep threat option.

Yep. A honest (not Dak Hating post), does down field speed suit Dak's arm ATM and also does that speed get utilised in a WCO.
I get the strategy of 'stretching the field' but if Dak's arm (and game) is suited to the quick fire approach then is speed an unnecessary skillset for our game....as you say we've got Turpin and he played something like 4% of the offensive snaps.

 

[Stash]

I'm all for adding a legitimate #2 receiver, but I don't think we have to draft an elite speed guy to fill the need. I would rather have a JSN then the Hyatt.

I disagree completely. This team has failed to prioritize speed for decades now and it’s hurt them time and time again.

The idea that Fehoko and Turpin can suddenly provide that is as bad as the thinking that’s kept us here for years.

 

[Cowboyny]

I disagree completely. This team has failed to prioritize speed for decades now and it’s hurt them time and time again.

The idea that Fehoko and Turpin can suddenly provide that is as bad as the thinking that’s kept us here for years.

Not saying we need a slow receiver, but doesn't have to be an elite speed guy. They are many receivers who can effectively stretch the field without that attribute. Just look around the league, the best receivers outside of Hill, all have that ability.

 

[Cowboyny]

Yep. A honest (not Dak Hating post), does down field speed suit Dak's arm ATM and also does that speed get utilised in a WCO.
I get the strategy of 'stretching the field' but if Dak's arm (and game) is suited to the quick fire approach then is speed an unnecessary skillset for our game....as you say we've got Turpin and he played something like 4% of the offensive snaps.

I think it's less about deep speed and more about can they separate and get open.

 

[Sydla]

We don't.

Counting on Turpin and Fehoko is dumb. It just is.

 

[CowboyoWales]

I think it's less about deep speed and more about can they separate and get open.

Agree, if you can disguise your route running and have precise execution that's going to give you greater separation over a point different speed over 40 yards).

 

[Stash]

Not saying we need a slow receiver, but doesn't have to be an elite speed guy. They are many receivers who can effectively stretch the field without that attribute. Just look around the league, the best receivers outside of Hill, all have that ability.

From what I saw this past season, the Cowboys’ lack of speed was on full display. And the loss of Amari Cooper made it glaring.

Teams never feared any Cowboys receiver running past them and beating them deep. And they defended the offense accordingly.

Even our best receiver is a 4.5 guy.

 

[Cowboyny]

From what I saw this past season, the Cowboys’ lack of speed was on full display. And the loss of Amari Cooper made it glaring.

Teams never feared any Cowboys receiver running past them and beating them deep. And they defended the offense accordingly.

Even our best receiver is a 4.5 guy.

Last year the loss of Washington really killed them, he was suppose to be that type of player. Didn't help Gallup was shell of his former self post injury.

 

[cnuball21]

From what I saw this past season, the Cowboys’ lack of speed was on full display. And the loss of Amari Cooper made it glaring.

Teams never feared any Cowboys receiver running past them and beating them deep. And they defended the offense accordingly.

Even our best receiver is a 4.5 guy.

Part of the reasons CBs we’re often sitting on our curl routes…0 respect for getting beat deep.

Hyatt is raw but someone like him would do wonders for our offense.

 

[Stash]

Last year the loss of Washington really killed them, he was suppose to be that type of player.

Washington was a 4.54 receiver. If they we’re counting on him to be their deep threat, they’re dumber than we thought.

Didn't help Gallup was shell of his former self post injury.

They’re all 4.5 guys, Gallup included. And that was before the injury.