Having a weapon at running back would help to keep defenses honest and take some pressure off the offensive line. It would improve the play action game which is already one of Eli's strengths. That in turn would slow down the pass rush.
And that is all before he gains a yard.
Additionally, if Barkley does improves the running game (not a high bar) this should lead to improvement for the defense by keeping them off the field.
In short, he could give the Giants much more than a dynamic player at position of need. He could impact the team in a variety of ways. All before he breaks a tackle, makes a man miss or simply outruns the defense.
The obvious way to help an offensive line is to have good linemen. And we should look to bolster the line in the draft. But when considering the value of drafting a future QB and or trading down to get more picks or going heavy on offensive line. The #2 pick must be an impact player. And Barkley would appear to be that.
running game
offensive line
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running game
offensive line
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running game
offensive line
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That’s my feeling as well off of what I learned about him
This guy isn’t much better than the RB from GA
That's not true. The threat of a running game can make it a lot easier on the OL resulting in blitzers and DEs possibly hesitating a half second to make sure it isn't a run. This is even more true with play action passes.
And while some (most) of that is really a matter of playcalling, the better the RB the more effective play action is.
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Only improving the offensive line improves the offensive line.
That's not true. The threat of a running game can make it a lot easier on the OL resulting in blitzers and DEs possibly hesitating a half second to make sure it isn't a run. This is even more true with play action passes.
And while some (most) of that is really a matter of playcalling, the better the RB the more effective play action is.
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..drafting/having a strong offensive line will improve Saquon Barkley's performance.
..drafting/having a strong offensive line will improve Saquon Barkley's performance.
Yes. Some seem to placing the cart before the horse.
running game
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Exactly. And yes he would make the OL better. Teams wont just pin their ears back and play hard up on our pass game anymore. Defenses will have to maintain gaps and be more measured in their blitzing and stunting
I totally agree. RB at 2. Is a really bad decision
It still needs another plug and pkay starter for sure. But if we get one this draft, the OL may not be in that bad shape starting next year.
Take a look and see the Giant running backs average 4+ yards per carry. People still cannot see that the problem was a head coach that had no clue. There was no cohesion in anything the offense did last year. Running the ball was not a problem. The coach had no clue how to use the running game.
..drafting/having a strong offensive line will improve Saquon Barkley's performance.
It's not either/or. Both can be true.
Whether or not the Giants draft this guy, I really can't wait for him to prove opinions like this wrong.
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..drafting/having a strong offensive line will improve Saquon Barkley's performance.
It's not either/or. Both can be true.
True... both can be "true." But it's a slam dunk guarantee that it's "more true" the way I stated it.
I posted that in the OP.
Without a very good QB, the opposing playoff team has NFL caliber stars too. The game isn't one-on-one. Eventually or right off the bat- he'll get stuffed without having a good OLine and a good QB.