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Rosenblatt, NJ.com: One target that makes sense: Dion Lewis. The Titans went away from Lewis this season once they decided to fully board the Derrick Henry train, and it’s hard to blame them. But Lewis is still a capable backup that can produce when called upon, as seen when he rushed for 68 yards on 15 carries in Week 16 and had a 19 yard catch. He’s always been a quality pass-catcher, which is his best appeal. He’s still under contract with the Titans but they’ll likely release him to save money. |
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Lombardo, NJ.com: One target that makes sense: Kenyan Drake. Drake will likely be the odd man out in the Arizona Cardinals’ backfield, but his skill-set could make him an ideal partner for Barkley. Last season, Drake averaged 4.8 yards per attempt on his 171 carries, scored eight touchdowns, and caught 49 of his 64 targets for 336 receiving yards. Garrett would have the full playbook at his disposal with Drake on the field when Barkley catches a breather |
Who would you like to see here other than Lewis or Drake?
So let’s keep a bunch of bums behind our generational RB? Sounds like a plan.
Drake is starting somewhere.
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Lewis is not what we need behind Barkley and why is Drake the odd man out in Arizona? Makes no sense. He's their RB. And why would he sign here to be Barkley's backup? He can compete for a starting job somewhere.
So let’s keep a bunch of bums behind our generational RB? Sounds like a plan.
That's not what he said.
David Johnson would have negative cap savings if cut, so he's likely returning to AZ.
Dion Lewis on a cheap 2 year (<$5M total) deal would be ok. He's versatile and a solid blocker.
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In comment 14810942 robbieballs2003 said:
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Lewis is not what we need behind Barkley and why is Drake the odd man out in Arizona? Makes no sense. He's their RB. And why would he sign here to be Barkley's backup? He can compete for a starting job somewhere.
So let’s keep a bunch of bums behind our generational RB? Sounds like a plan.
That's not what he said.
He said no to both...with kind a less than informative reason. He's asking if not them than who? I'd like to see his answer as well. Is he happy with the current situation?
Gallman is our guy. Don't over think it
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In comment 14810960 MtDizzle said:
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In comment 14810942 robbieballs2003 said:
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Lewis is not what we need behind Barkley and why is Drake the odd man out in Arizona? Makes no sense. He's their RB. And why would he sign here to be Barkley's backup? He can compete for a starting job somewhere.
So let’s keep a bunch of bums behind our generational RB? Sounds like a plan.
That's not what he said.
He said no to both...with kind a less than informative reason. He's asking if not them than who? I'd like to see his answer as well. Is he happy with the current situation?
Yes, he said no to both. But he did not say anything close to "So let’s keep a bunch of bums behind our generational RB? Sounds like a plan."
So, instead of saying something stupid, as well as inaccurate, MrDizzle could have simply asked, "If not them, who?" He could have asked robbie what type of RB he thought would be best as a backup to Barkley, and if he had anyone in mind, either free agency or the draft?
But he didn't. He went for a snarky, stupid, cheap shot, to poster who's probably forgotten more about football than MrDizzle will ever know.
Exactly, my first thought. How is Drake the odd man out? He did quite well. There are reports Johnson is gone, and Edmonds is often injured.
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Lewis is not what we need behind Barkley and why is Drake the odd man out in Arizona? Makes no sense. He's their RB. And why would he sign here to be Barkley's backup? He can compete for a starting job somewhere.
Exactly, my first thought. How is Drake the odd man out? He did quite well. There are reports Johnson is gone, and Edmonds is often injured.
I should say rumors Johnson is gone, not reports. Regardless, he is often injured and not once he what was
We have no idea what the new staff thinks of Gallman. If they like him, their set. If they don't? Look to second tier of backs in free agency or a later round pick that may drop because they are more one dimensional power back, which may be fine for a guy who gets limited snaps behind Barkley.
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Lewis is not what we need behind Barkley and why is Drake the odd man out in Arizona? Makes no sense. He's their RB. And why would he sign here to be Barkley's backup? He can compete for a starting job somewhere.
So let’s keep a bunch of bums behind our generational RB? Sounds like a plan.
Haha, way to not make any sense. Where did I say that? I agree we need another competent back.
Lewis would be a great complimentary back to SB.. But I still like Gallman!! Wayne must have told Pat that he is a shitty coach... But the kid can play.
hillman sucks. gallman always seemed average to me. i'm still not sure what happened with him last year
I dont think we should break the bank for a backup RB, but I would be interested in these guys to fill roles for the right price. I want to get away from having to start the practice squad guys. I like Gallman but it seems like every time we need him he gets hurt.
My exact thoughts when I saw Drake's name.
Guy wants to play/start, and get commensurate pay.
Kenyon Drake is way overqualified to sign on as a backup
^This. Better to invest money in the OL that can make any RB even better.
Drake is a starter. Miami just never wanted to let him for some reason. He’s not going to pass up his best shot to start and make starter money to come here for a vet minimum type deal.
Lewis is still a viable back up because of one game. Yeah. No thanks. Yes they need a back up. Neither of those guys make any sense. If Barkley gets interesting or hurt Lewis is not a guy to trust.
Drake will cost way too much. Played well for Arizona. When you have Saquon and his salary, your backups should be a rotating group of mid/late round RBs on their rookie contracts and journeymen. Cannot over allocate cap to RB.
He was the worst RB I have ever seen play for the giants. He should not be back next season.
I dont think we should break the bank for a backup RB, but I would be interested in these guys to fill roles for the right price. I want to get away from having to start the practice squad guys. I like Gallman but it seems like every time we need him he gets hurt.
You've answered your own question. Drake's not signing here unless we do break the bank for him (relatively speaking). For the amount of playing time he'd receive here, we'd most likely have to *significantly* outbid all other teams to get him.