Well, he looked like the best we got and it wasn’t close.
He looks like he could play a few more seasons.
Nope. It was very evident that Zeke was a lighter version of the one who left the team a few years ago. However, it didn't really translate into much. He had 10 carries for 40 yards.
That's the spirit!
4.0 yp , td, crushing blocks. He helped us win, when the other rbs weren't doing much.
Fact is he helped our team win. Why would you not be happy about that?
“I’m not happy” because I think RB is still an opportunity.
He had a couple of de-cleaters against blitzers that made me blow juice out of my nose laughing. Dude is such a football player. People who don't want to embrace what he brings need to check themselves.
It also bears stating that later in the year as the weather turns foul teams throw it less and thus opportunities for sacks drop. Nothing happens in a vacuum especially when it comes to football.
So a 4.0 average for a player that had no PS snaps, running behind an OL with 2 new starters and rookies at that. An OL that has not played together and was their 1st game.
He still loves chucking the snot out of defensive linemen. That's a tough cat right there. Dirty work some just can't seem to appreciate.
Zeke came into the league being lauded for having wide receiver like hands. I still remember that 47 yarder he caught against the Lions in that one game where he basically ran a 9 route and Dak dropped it in the bucket and Zeke caught it over the shoulder like a wide receiver. The Cowboys have never truly taken advantage of that aspect of his game but in fairness with the exception of those first 5 games of 2018 they've always had at least one badass receiver and a legit tight end who they felt were better options in the passing game. It was no surprise to me that in New England where they didn't have a lot of weapons Zeke had a very productive year as a receiver. But unless some team comes out and completely blankets all of our other receivers Zeke will remain an afterthought in the passing game here.. and I bet he's just fine with that.. so long as we're winning.
Lol
He did. When is the last time we seen him being able to hurdle someone? 4-5 years ago? That was impressive for a big back.
Maybe the handoff was late.
Yeah DBs don't even need to apply. DB blitzers get turned into highlight reels by Zeke. Most linebackers as well. It's really fun to watch... provided you don't just hate the guy for reasons I can't really fathom.
What plays were those? Please point them out and I will go back and watch for them.
