I doubt there are many teams that have a guy like Slayton as a #4. I think we have legit depth there. Too bad they're never healthy. Honestly, if the O-line wasn't decimated, I think it would be league average or at least not far below average. Unfortunately no line where Nate Solder starts would ever be truly good. But given the weapons, I think the O would be pretty good. Unfortunately we still have Garrett.
Pettis was a bright spot over the final two games last year so I was very disappointed that he didn’t make the initial 53 man roster but I’m glad another team didn’t poach him from the PS.
He played well last week so I look forward to seeing what he does over the remainder of the year. With Board out I hope that Pettis becomes the primary kick returner.
No way he can over take a healthy Shep. A healthy Shep is a stud. Like on pace for over 100 catches, 1500 yards good. Pettis on his best day wouldn't be that.
I think we are actually top 10 in terms of weapons honestly. Golladay, Toney, Shep, Barkley, Engram, Slayton... those are some legit players. They just haven't been healthy and on the field together for one whole game. I would love to see just one game with everyone healthy especially Thomas who makes the most difference IMO.
Makes you wonder. Obviously coaches see things we fans don’t. But I too was disappointed that he wasn’t given a chance earlier.
I like him better than Slayton, but what do I know.
Does Toney not exist in your universe? And that's a legit argument against Shepard but Golladay is a contested catch guy like Plax, not some shifty YAC guy.
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could overtake Slayton and Shep.
No way he can over take a healthy Shep. A healthy Shep is a stud. Like on pace for over 100 catches, 1500 yards good. Pettis on his best day wouldn't be that.
I'm not sure about "stud", but a healthy Shep is a very good player. He's a pretty high bar for Pettis to hit. I like Pettis a lot, and was disappointed he didn't make the opening day roster. This is his big chance, let's see if he makes the most of it. It certainly seems like he and DJ have a bit of chemistry.
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Pettis was the only WR that could get any separation and he has been on the practice squad all year. Rarely do any of the receivers make a play with the ball in their hands...YAC might as well be a mammal in the Himalayas. There is something deeply flawed with this offense.
Does Toney not exist in your universe? And that's a legit argument against Shepard but Golladay is a contested catch guy like Plax, not some shifty YAC guy.
Toney had been out more than he is in...but yeah...he's the only guy I've seen all year do something with the ball in his hands for what? Barely 2 games? Plax made plenty of plays after the catch and also got open. I like Golladay but he's always hurt and never gets open. Being on the bench isn't a legit strength
Lol jumping all over you? Sorry I disagree. I didn't mean to hurt your feelings.
Golladay, Shep and especially Toney all made plays with YAC..when they were on the field.
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could overtake Slayton and Shep.
No way he can over take a healthy Shep. A healthy Shep is a stud. Like on pace for over 100 catches, 1500 yards good. Pettis on his best day wouldn't be that.
I'm not sure about "stud", but a healthy Shep is a very good player. He's a pretty high bar for Pettis to hit. I like Pettis a lot, and was disappointed he didn't make the opening day roster. This is his big chance, let's see if he makes the most of it. It certainly seems like he and DJ have a bit of chemistry.
You are correct... Overstated it with Stud hahaha. He is good and amazing at getting open.
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Pettis was the only WR that could get any separation and he has been on the practice squad all year. Rarely do any of the receivers make a play with the ball in their hands...YAC might as well be a mammal in the Himalayas. There is something deeply flawed with this offense.
Golladay, Shep and especially Toney all made plays with YAC..when they were on the field.
Shep in week 1 had a big play and got into the endzone. Golladay has broken a few tackles but hasn't scored a TD yet. But you said it...most importantly these guys can't stay on the field. Availability...best ability, and all that. I do think we are relatively deep without a huge talent dropoff at WR. I just don't think we are super talented at the position. Toney does look promising though.
I'd like to see Ross get the ball in space more often
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without people jumping all over you.
Lol jumping all over you? Sorry I disagree. I didn't mean to hurt your feelings.
You're right, I was a bit dramatic with that. But it seems literally any positive thread is met with "you're not allowed to have any positive thoughts about this team" type posts. But them being injury prone should in fact be taken into account.
The guys on the field, less so.
Pettis will not overtake Slayton and Shep. Pettis is not a burner but is plenty fast, runs good routes, knows how to get open and moves very well with the ball. He is the perfect "in between" guy. He may overtake Ross who is more one dimensional. Think about it this way while Golladay and Toney are out: Shep in the slot with Slayton and Pettis outside or Shep in the slot with Slayton and Ross outside? Which of those combos do you think is more difficult to cover to move the chains in first and second downs? Easily Shep, Slayton and Pettis. Third down? Ross/Pettis depending on the yardage needed and deep coverage. Obviously on a deep shot it's Ross and Slayton outside with Shep inside. Schemed right, that last one is a killer. With the right OL protection one of those guys will break the defense's back. Not to mention that Jones seems completely comfortable with each of them.
Stop! Shep is a seasoned vet that catches 6 balls a game. He's a team first guy and has done EVERYTHING right. It's embarrassing to compare a guy with a handful of catches to him...