jcam222 Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 Well we have all heard the Ray Rice chatter. At the end of the day I think they may bail on this idea due to the press. I am not really starting this thread to discuss the semantics of Rice, his actions etc. Aside from Rice who else is out there that might come in and make an impact? Some that come to mind for me: Pierre Thomas - I think he is solid and has some left in the tank. Great pass catching RB as well Ahmad Bradshaw - Guy is dynamite when you can keep him on the field, as a pass catching RB there aren't many better in the NFL period Fred Jackson - FA since but by Bills today, solid guy but getting up there in age It gets pretty dicey after these with some possible cuts coming or low value trades: Theo Riddick ? perhaps with Abdullah and Jocquie they would move him? decent pass catching Bryce Brown - Buffalo will likely cut him Ronnie Hillman - word is he is on the bubble in Denver Khiry Robinson - buried in NO depth chart Matt Asiata / Jerrick McKinnon - One of these guys might be available since AP returned Darren Sproles - The man I have rode to so many PPR championships, I think he is still money on 3rd down So do any of these interest you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob806 Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 No.Go with the youth movement, it was decent last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaconHound Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 Haven't we drafted 2 RBs in 2 years? Didn't we pass on WRs for Duke Johnson? Does our GM just get to draw names out of a hat or do we just assume the guys he drafts don't have to be impact players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gumby73 Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 No.Go with the youth movement, it was decent last year. So I take it the Willis Mc Ghee and Ben Tate thing was a real struggle for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob806 Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 So I take it the Willis Mc Ghee and Ben Tate thing was a real struggle for you Yep!! Seriously though, Crowell is fine (I know he fumbled too much last year). West had some good games (@Cincy in particular), but seems cocky. Duke, if healthy, could be the scat back we've been missing since maybe Metcalf. I think we'll be ok with what we have, hungry young guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaconHound Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 Yep!! Seriously though, Crowell is fine (I know he fumbled too much last year). West had some good games (@Cincy in particular), but seems cocky. Duke, if healthy, could be the scat back we've been missing since maybe Metcalf. I think we'll be ok with what we have, hungry young guys. Bob, I agree with you so you are probably wrong , but typically the reason why you go to a retread older RB is the guys watching these young guys in practice every day realize they aren't any good. One thing I think we typically overlook is player personnel lead to wins vs losses and cost coaches/GMs jobs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcam222 Posted September 1, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 Yep!! Seriously though, Crowell is fine (I know he fumbled too much last year). West had some good games (@Cincy in particular), but seems cocky. Duke, if healthy, could be the scat back we've been missing since maybe Metcalf. I think we'll be ok with what we have, hungry young guys. I like these guys in general but: Crowell - is careless with the ball at times but worse he seems to literally just trip over himself too often West - First he is just a dumbass, straight up stupid, add to that far to often he dances east west and he is a concern. I think the potential is there but a lot of work to be done, mostly inside his head Johnson - completely unproven, has a track record of being injury prone in college, definitely would like to see what he has If we keep 4 I would like to see these guys but a vet to guide them who still has gas in the tank would be great. I think Jackson. Thomas or Sproles fill that role. I also still love Bradshaw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tour2ma Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 Is Sproles actually on the bubble in Philly? Only name other than Jackson that interests me... vet presence is a significant factor and it's coming out that Jackson is Mr. Teammate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wargograw Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 STEVEN Jackson was actually really good at just purely running the ball last year. He's available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyin J Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 Bryce Brown, and Jerick McKinnon would be no brainers but I doubt either would be available Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudfly Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 Does our GM just get to draw names out of a hat or do we just assume the guys he drafts don't have to be impact players. typically the reason why you go to a retread older RB is the guys watching these young guys in practice every day realize they aren't any good. I think we are talking about signing a vet simply because we want o carry more than 2 backs, and right now #3 and #4 are nursing injuries.....so, dont think it has to do with lack of talent or the guys we drafted not being good enough..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zombo Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 I think we are talking about signing a vet simply because we want o carry more than 2 backs, and right now #3 and #4 are nursing injuries.....so, dont think it has to do with lack of talent or the guys we drafted not being good enough..... If Draughn is healthy, and he is supposed to play Thursday, I don't think we make a move to replace a young guy with a retread. Zombo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Gipper Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 OJ is supposed to get out of prison soon.....then he may be available. I hear he is looking to make a comeback. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasAg1969 Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 We already have a Shelton. Pass. http://www.inquisitr.com/1891677/340-pound-o-j-simpson-ill-be-in-a-wheelchair-by-the-time-i-leave-prison/ OJ is supposed to get out of prison soon.....then he may be available. I hear he is looking to make a comeback. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Gipper Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 We already have a Shelton. Pass. http://www.inquisitr.com/1891677/340-pound-o-j-simpson-ill-be-in-a-wheelchair-by-the-time-i-leave-prison/ My question is: Why do they feed him so well in prison? He says he eats all candy, sweets, Ice cream. Why do they allow all that stuff? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furious Styles Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 My question is: Why do they feed him so well in prison? He says he eats all candy, sweets, Ice cream. Why do they allow all that stuff?Because they make lots of money off inmates with over inflated prices. Like the $15.00 phone calls. Punishment vs profits. Guess who wins ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieHardBrownsFan Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 Poor guy. Bet his nearly decapitated ex wife and goldman really feel sorry for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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