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CLICK HERE to Register for a free account and login for a smoother ad-free experience. It's easy, and only takes a few moments.At this point, the Pats need a running back with some size who also has a good working knowledge of the offense. Although he didn't exactly wow them in training camp, Gillislee is the one back who fills both needs.
4 games
...and that is an area Sony is improving but has a bit of a ways to go.Webb can't pass protect. Gillislee can.
Rather have Cyrus than GilliGilislee will be signed by Monday. Saints released him we released Jones.
Maybe Gil is the right move over Darkwa
...and that is an area Sony is improving but has a bit of a ways to go.
Maybe Gil is the right move over Darkwa
Already had one today, thanks.One word
Blount
Does anyone think we should make a trade for a running back and if so who?
Regarding Darkwa vs Gillislee: why not bring Both to Foxborough for a workout tomorrow, then choose the more impressive one?
BTW, Darkwa is listed on Rotoworld at 219# while GillyGilly is listed at 210.
Darkwa's workout #s pre-draft:
Orleans Darkwa | Tulane, RB : 2014 NFL Draft Scout Player Profile
GillyGilly's pre-draft #s:
Orleans Darkwa | Tulane, RB : 2014 NFL Draft Scout Player Profile
I realize that a lot can change over the course of 4-5 years, but:
Darkwa was SUPERIOR in EVERY measurable to GillyGilly (with near-identical 10-yard splits & bench press)...
...and he's younger, by over a year...
...and last year he ran for 4.4 ypc behind the Lousy NY Vagiants OL whereas GillyGilly ran for 3.7 ypc behind ours...
...and Darkwa has Never lost a fumble in 246 carries whereas GillyGilly has lost 2 in 258.
Bottom line: unless matters have drastically changed, Give me Orleans Darkwa over GillyGilly every day of the week, and Twice on Sundays.
Sony allowed a hurry v the Dolts. He's been fine and solid for a rookie but excellent is a stretch.Michel has been excellent in pass pro, particularly for a rookie.
Darkwa is a pretty good pass protector as well. Neither is a bad option. But I think if Darkwa was going to happen, it already would have happened.