RayClay
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I know what you are trying to say, but that is not always the case. Priest Holmes was let go by Baltimore even though he ran. It took time for him to learn patience. Larry Johnson studied under Priest for a few seasons. Thomas Jones took a bit to work it out. Marshal Faulk didn't hit his stride fully until he went to the Rams.
I do agree that Maroney needs to run, but he could be like the best RBs in the NFL that I just listed. There is only one way to find out.
As a general tendency WRs take awhile to gain rapport and learn routes while RBs usually can run or not. More instinctive.
It certainly helps to learn from a vet, but Maroney has, from a possible HOFer.
Another factor is meshing with your offensive line. You can't do that from the bench.