Who are the Cowboys running back targets other then Jeanty

[rambo2]

Miles Sanders was a bad deal for Carolina. Rico was a good deal because he was cheap this season. He will never be a deal again for the Cowboys.

Rico was a good deal, but they ruined it by signing Zeke, a modern day Roy Williams mistake.

 

[Hardline]

I want Jeanty at #12 and just cross RB off my list of worries.
Hampton won't fall to our second round pick and Kaleb Johnson isn't falling to our 3rd.
We could have another situation like last year where our RB targets go off the board right before our picks.

 

[Creeper]

I have a feeling if we don’t pick a running back before 44, none of the top 4 will be available. I just wonder who the Cowboys like. I think if you turn the runners in this draft into two backs you might be on to something.

I will not be shocked if the Cowboys use their 5th round picks to move up into the 4th round and take a RB there. I will not be shocked if they do not pick a RB in the first 3 rounds. Then again, if Jerry is buying these Jeanty - Emmitt Smith comparisons, he will do whatever he cans to get Jeanty. I hope I am wrong.

 

[Chocolate Lab]

I haven't studied them all closely -- of course I like Jeanty and the OSU guys -- but a guy who stood out to me this year was Devin Neal. He won't break many 50 yarders and won't go that high because his speed isn't great, but he has great vision and the short-area cuts, moves, etc. to get every yard that's there.

 

[TasteMyScythe]

We know that there's a "new" emphasis on running the ball, and that's great to hear. But what we really need to see is a change in the attitude on how we run the ball. Most of us know what Adams is going to bring in terms of his zone schemes, but there is so much more involved when it comes to the of concepts involved with zone blocking. Lineman have to be athletic enough to get to the second level, to reach and pull, quick to trap and be able to get out on the edge. TE's / FB have to be able to block, but more than that they have to be able to "reach" their designed point of attack. So much in zone depends on giving false reads to the defense and pulling them out of their lanes allowing for designed cutbacks. The WR's have to handle their blocking duties and have the desire to come down hard on a DE or LB (Maybe that's one reason why MM didn't run too much outside zone? Maybe that is why the trade was made for Mingo?) When we lost Noah Brown, we lost that physical presence in our WR corp. Don't be surprised to see Mingo on the field more.
A good zone RB has to have good vision to see the cutback lanes, have quick feet to be able to cut back, be able to read and anticipate the blocks, have patience to allow for the blocking and lanes to open, have some burst to get to the second level but also have to physical ability to make something out of nothing. Having an RB who can run a 4.35 isn't the biggest requirement, sure it's nice, but being consistent and to keep the chains moving is more important. To demoralize the defense by keeping them on the field with 5/6 yard gains time after time, to physically wear them down, to mentally break them. But most of all to be able to do it in the last 5 min of a game.

Skattebo and Giddens would form a nice duo...then sprinkle in a little Deuce here and there to shake things up.

 

[Cowboyny]

Hampton/Johnson are my targets

 

[Mr_437]

2nd rd: TreVeyon Henderson
3rd rd: Quinshon Judkins, Devin Neal, Cam Skattebo, Ollie Gordon
4th rd: Kalel Mullings,Tahj Brooks, RJ Harvey, Jordan James, Brashard Smith, DJ Giddens
5th rd: Kyle Monangai, Bhayshul Tuten, Jarquez Hunter

Picked two RBs each round except the 2nd that I think would fit with the new run scheme. I like all the guys on the list, but I'm think Shotty goes for the bigger RBs with vision and some lateral quickness.

 

[atlantacowboy]

No issue with Skateboo but you want to pay Dowdle money that we could give to another position? How much money you willing to pay Rico. He's not looking at a big contract.

He ran really well once he got a full time opportunity. He ran for 4.6 YPC and had over 1k rushing despite being in a platoon role for the first half of the season. If we had used him the whole season, he might have put up 1600 yards. I think he earned a 3 year , 15M deal.

 

[cnuball21]

There’s honestly like 15 dudes that could come in and help year 1…

Big reason why I’m not a fan of Jeanty at 12 unless the board is wiped.

 

[Cowboyny]

There’s honestly like 15 dudes that could come in and help year 1…

Big reason why I’m not a fan of Jeanty at 12 unless the board is wiped.

I do not think Jeanty will slide, but if he somehow made it to 12, I bet the Cowboys would have a top 5 grade on him.

The more I think about it, I'm expecting something similar to happen like last yr, get back that traded pick and still fill a need at either WR or DT.

 

[baltcowboy]

I will not be shocked if the Cowboys use their 5th round picks to move up into the 4th round and take a RB there. I will not be shocked if they do not pick a RB in the first 3 rounds. Then again, if Jerry is buying these Jeanty - Emmitt Smith comparisons, he will do whatever he cans to get Jeanty. I hope I am wrong.

Maybe I am giving Schotty too much respect but I think he has a good plan for the Cowboys running game and it’s not Jeanty dependent. I think they have someone else in mind I just don’t know who or when they will take them.

 

[baltcowboy]

He ran really well once he got a full time opportunity. He ran for 4.6 YPC and had over 1k rushing despite being in a platoon role for the first half of the season. If we had used him the whole season, he might have put up 1600 yards. I think he earned a 3 year , 15M deal.

1600 and 15 million? You have lots of faith in Rico. I will say this if the Zeke/Rico running back decision does not tell you that Jerry was not making decisions over McCarthy, I don’t know what to tell you.

 

[CalPolyTechnique]

1600 and 15 million? You have lots of faith in Rico. I will say this if the Zeke/Rico running back decision does not tell you that Jerry was not making decisions over McCarthy, I don’t know what to tell you.

He's honestly not that far off.

During the first 9 games, Dowdle averaged just ~10 carries (10.3) and 45 yards per game.

During the last 7 games, he averaged ~20 carries (20.2) and 97 yards per game.

 

[baltcowboy]

He's honestly not that far off.

During the first 9 games, Dowdle averaged just ~10 carries (10.3) and 45 yards per game.

During the last 7 games, he averaged ~20 carries (20.2) and 97 yards per game.

I just feel Rico is a JAG. You don’t give a guy like Rico that type of contract for 7 games of production. The two rushing touchdowns and lack of big runs is alarming as well. Also against real running defenses in that 7 game stretch, he was non existent.

 

[cowboyec]

☆omarion hampton,north carolina
☆kaleb johnson,iowa
☆ollie gordon,oklahoma st
☆dylan sampson,tennessee
☆devin neal,ku

 

[Kingofholland]

It appears with the hiring of Brian Schotty and two assistant coaches that specialize in run blocking schemes/coaching offensive linemen the Cowboys want to run the ball first and foremost.

I am in favor of drafting Henderson of Ohio St with his great speed and combining him with the power of Ollie from Oklahoma St.

Who do you guys suggest at running back? Remember Jeanty won’t be available in my scenario.

I really like Johnson from Iowa if the Cowboys were able to get him in round 2.

 

[atlantacowboy]

1600 and 15 million? You have lots of faith in Rico. I will say this if the Zeke/Rico running back decision does not tell you that Jerry was not making decisions over McCarthy, I don’t know what to tell you.

I honestly do not think Rico was properly evaluated nor did the coaching staff know what it had until the season was essentially over. I think 5M per season on a 3 year deal is fair. I wouldn't guarantee all 15 million but the guys has some juice in his legs. He ranked 14th in the NFL in YAC in spite of the fact he only had more than 12 carries once in the first 9 games. Thats pretty dam impressive. So, he can break tackles and get tough yards.

 

[gtb1943]

I honestly do not think Rico was properly evaluated nor did the coaching staff know what it had until the season was essentially over. I think 5M per season on a 3 year deal is fair. I wouldn't guarantee all 15 million but the guys has some juice in his legs. He ranked 14th in the NFL in YAC in spite of the fact he only had more than 12 carries once in the first 9 games. Thats pretty dam impressive. So, he can break tackles and get tough yards.

Do a one year prove it deal on Rico is what I recommend. Julius Jones looked like an ALL PRO in those eight games as a rookie.

 

[Floatyworm]

Treyvon Henderson is my guy.

That said, keep a eye on DJ Giddens from Kansas State. No. 1, he's a good RB, but no. 2, we just hired their o-line coach who may provide a favorable word to the scouts/FO.

Him....and the Oregon kid James....both would be nice pick ups.

 

[Aven8]

I want two back’s regardless of who we pick. People need to watch a little tape on Tahj Brooks. His feet are Emmitt like in the pocket. Jump cuts galore. He would be a nice get late.