CWR
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Having a guy who consistently moves hte chains is important.
But I truly believe that any RB behind our line would be able to do this.
If you must pay a RB he should be able to keep you ahead of the chains at a minimum but what you're paying for is splash plays. And well i'm not sure Zeke can do that anymore.
There have been series and even games this season where are oline looked dominant and Zeke simply took what was given. In these games Id like to see a lot more Pollard. I think hes a bigger threat to take it to the house at this point. In those cases I agree with your take.
BUT there have also been a plethora of times this season Ive been greatful to have Zeke because hes taken 1 yard and no gain and turned it into 3 or 4 yards.
Even with our oline being as good as it is, I still see Zeke pulling really hard, physical yards I cant imagine many other backs getting. DMC and Alf showed me what average backs could do behind this oline. While they played well, it was about 70% of what Zeke could do imo.
That said I think your take has a lot of merit. I admit I could be wrong as well, but I still think Zeke earns his money.