What Are The Cowboys Getting With Davon Coleman?

[waving monkey]

A closer look at one of the Dallas Cowboys off-season's great success stories, Davon Coleman.

By the end of the Minnesota Vikings game, most people knew who number 60 on the Dallas Cowboys was, and those who didn't certainly did by the end of the Houston Texans game. One could be excused for limiting the excitement, however, as both of those games his destructive power was mostly unleashed against second- and third-string players. Could Davon Coleman really be disruptive against true NFL starting talent?

Turns out the answer is yes.

Very little attention was paid to the fact that Coleman (and BIshop) both played against the starters in the first two pre-season games. The results were actually quite satisfying. Specifically one of the things Coleman does best is make the players around him better. In all of the ensuing shots, Coleman is identified by a blue circle.

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[erod]

This team looks to be legitimately two-deep at every defensive line position (and three deep at right defensive end).

Coleman and Bishop are a huge bonus if they can pan out.

 

[theogt]

Started driving the Coleman bandwagon after Week 1 of the preseason. Getting pretty full now. Dude's a beast in the middle.

 

[Idgit]

Ah, memories:

http://cowboyszone.com/threads/davon-coleman-waived-for-pellerin.306855/

We get into some pretty ridiculous arguments over the weirdest players sometimes.

That said, Coleman's got some potential. It's good to see him taking a little bit of advantage of it. I hope he continues to develop and that productivity carries voer to when the games count, because what he's done in preseason has been pretty impressive.

 

[reddyuta]

I hope he is active.

 

[DoctorChicken]

I remember setting out to watch tape on Will Sutton, current Bears DT who was drafted in 2014. He played next to Coleman at ASU.

Sutton was the popular guy that everyone rated highly. But I just couldn't watch the tape on Sutton without noticing this Coleman bloke. He was disruptive. Looked powerful. I liked him even more than Sutton.

Hopefully he's finally matured and is ready to bring his game up to the level I know he's capable of.

 

[kiheikiwi]

Not the best comparison, but... is it possible we have found another Jay Ratliff (minus, sorta the head-case). Ratliff - 7th rounder, Coleman - undrafted. Both a little screwy, could it be that Hardy getting into him at the start of camp has finally got his head on straight. Had heard he was the joker, crack up of the team, didn't take things seriously. Until he was put in his place, and the proverbial light seemed to come on. He's not the intimidator Ratliff was - yet, but I think if Hardy and Co. stay on him - physically he could blossom - damm I hope so ... I actually like Coleman better than Bishop, but am hoping both do well !

 

[Doomsday101]

A closer look at one of the Dallas Cowboys off-season's great success stories, Davon Coleman.

By the end of the Minnesota Vikings game, most people knew who number 60 on the Dallas Cowboys was, and those who didn't certainly did by the end of the Houston Texans game. One could be excused for limiting the excitement, however, as both of those games his destructive power was mostly unleashed against second- and third-string players. Could Davon Coleman really be disruptive against true NFL starting talent?

Turns out the answer is yes.

Very little attention was paid to the fact that Coleman (and BIshop) both played against the starters in the first two pre-season games. The results were actually quite satisfying. Specifically one of the things Coleman does best is make the players around him better. In all of the ensuing shots, Coleman is identified by a blue circle.

link/http://www.bloggingtheboys.com/2015/9/9/9285167/what-are-the-cowboys-getting-with-davon-coleman

Very excited about the prospect of Coleman. He really caught my attention during these pre season games. If he can continue to attack up the middle as he has this defense is going to be really good

 

[kevm3]

Coleman showed up. That's one thing I like about Garrett. If a guy shows up, it doesn't matter his draft position. He'll get time.

 

[CF74]

He beasted last year early in preseason, then he injured his calf and disappeared. I'm glad he's back again...

 

[CowboyRoy]

This team looks to be legitimately two-deep at every defensive line position (and three deep at right defensive end).

Coleman and Bishop are a huge bonus if they can pan out.

I would agree with you at 3 of the positions, but to me, we are still lacking at the 3 technique. I dont see even one deep there. A guy ranked as one of the worst DT in the league cant possibly be even one deep. And if no one can beat him out, that is a problem.

In my opinion, DT is a top priority as well as RB.

 

[CowboyRoy]

Coleman showed up. That's one thing I like about Garrett. If a guy shows up, it doesn't matter his draft position. He'll get time.

The DC determines who plays on defense during the game, not the head coach.

 

[Idgit]

I would agree with you at 3 of the positions, but to me, we are still lacking at the 3 technique. I dont see even one deep there. A guy ranked as one of the worst DT in the league cant possibly be even one deep. And if no one can beat him out, that is a problem.

In my opinion, DT is a top priority as well as RB.

You mean 1-tech, with Hayden?

 

[CowboyRoy]

You mean 1-tech, with Hayden?

Ah yes.............1 technique. Definitely Hayden. Are you in agreement that we could use an upgrade?

 

[TonyRomo17]

Too bad Hayden will still probably get 35 + snaps per game

 

[Idgit]

Ah yes.............1 technique. Definitely Hayden. Are you in agreement that we could use an upgrade?

Yeah, definitely. I don't think he's as bad as most suggest. I think he's a guy you want backing up your guy as part of a rotation, but he's the weak spot on defense and a position it would seem we could readily upgrade if we ever got serious about it.

 

[BAT]

I thought I saw Coleman playing 1 tech against Chargers and Niners (especially Chargers), nice to see that I wasn't completely off my rocker. I hope Coleman replaces Hayden in starting lineup soon.

 

[CowboyRoy]

Yeah, definitely. I don't think he's as bad as most suggest. I think he's a guy you want backing up your guy as part of a rotation, but he's the weak spot on defense and a position it would seem we could readily upgrade if we ever got serious about it.

Agreed. And to some extent I think its by design. They dont value the 1 technique in this defense. They see it as more of a plug guy where they can save money.

But in my mind..........any way you slice it, if you put another stud DT next to what we already have on the line, its curtains for the other teams offense.

 

[Idgit]

I thought I saw Coleman playing 1 tech against Chargers and Niners (especially Chargers), nice to see that I wasn't completely off my rocker. I hope Coleman replaces Hayden in starting lineup soon.

Yeah, they worked him in there some. I hope he earns some snaps, too, on either side. He and Gregory seem to play well together on those twists, fwiw. Anytime you get a guy who can penetrate from that inside position, you've probably got something. Coleman's first step is quick, and he's playing with good leverage here in PS.

Sometimes, though, those guys disappear when the real games start. Let's hope he can keep it up.

 

[neosapien23]

Yeah, definitely. I don't think he's as bad as most suggest. I think he's a guy you want backing up your guy as part of a rotation, but he's the weak spot on defense and a position it would seem we could readily upgrade if we ever got serious about it.

Coleman, Bishop, and McClain are all better than Hayden. I dont know what is clouding Maranellis judgment but he has 3 better options. I would have rather cut Hayden than Edwards who was beggining to show out.