by phoenixrising 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 820 Joined: Aug 05 2016 Arroyo Grande, CA Veteran Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #11 ramsman34 wrote:I don't subscribe to this at all. The problem with our TE's is scheme and play calling, not talent. Had McVay used them/went more 12-personnel, we probably win the SB.Both have developed nicely and Everett has insane potential.Doesn't talent dictate playcalling? McVay is not averse to throwing to the TE.I agree about Everett. His blocking had to improve and it did. by phoenixrising 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 820 Joined: Aug 05 2016 Arroyo Grande, CA Veteran Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #12 dieterbrock wrote:Not understanding this. A FB? For what purpose? Pass blocking? Don’t understand what a FB does other than take the place of a contributing player, either 3rd WR or 2nd TEA FB can do things TE's can't, like iso on a LB (unless the TE lines up as FB). Maybe not too useful on zone stretch runs, but against NE it might have been helpful to have someone in Donta Hightower's grill. by Elvis 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 38611 Joined: Mar 28 2015 Los Angeles Administrator Re: Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #13 You could motion Higbee into the backfield and use him like a FB if you wanted to... RFU Season Ticket Holder by phoenixrising 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 820 Joined: Aug 05 2016 Arroyo Grande, CA Veteran Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #14 Elvis wrote:You could motion Higbee into the backfield and use him like a FB if you wanted to...Yeah, I alluded to that, but I think that's outside his comfort zone. And being 6-6, it's tough to get the leverage. by 69RamFan 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 3193 Joined: Oct 15 2016 LA CA by way of NY/NJ Superstar Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #15 Dick84 wrote:I would dump the 3rd TE and add a fullback.McVay should of never cut TE/FB Cory Harkey,,, I was a fan favorite of him... A great blocker on the end and for FB....and its not like he couldn't catch the rock,,, he always seemed to slip into the flats getting open... I was really disappointed when he got cut... He is still available... and only 28yrs of age.. by R4L 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 1301 Joined: May 08 2017 Dayton, Ohio Pro Bowl Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #16 Dick84 wrote:I'm not arguing *against* upgrading TE, although I think Everett will keep getting better. I'm saying adding a fullback opens up something different.True. McVay tried to get a FB in the draft with Sam Rogers, but when he wasn't the answer they never replaced him. I always liked Buford McGee on those 80s teams. Was a good pass catcher and a decent runner when called upon. I like the idea. 1 by ramsman34 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 8576 Joined: Apr 16 2015 Back in LA baby! Moderator Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #17 R4L, phoenixrising liked this post phoenixrising wrote:Doesn't talent dictate playcalling? McVay is not averse to throwing to the TE.I agree about Everett. His blocking had to improve and it did.Of course, but I think trust is as big or bigger - and that too is based on talent. But it's also having intricate knowledge of the complete offense, not just one's individual role. Not sure Higs or Everett have that level of offensive command...yet. But it should be fully engrained this upcoming season.McVay simply has to expand his playbook when it comes to personnel. There is too much film on what's been done to date, and even to the fan's eye we started looking predictable at the end of the season.The biggest key is the O-line; getting bigger and more physical without losing the athleticism that is required for the zone run game and pass pro, while being able to add in more man-blocking, and power-G/center pull, center and guard pull/power run schemes.Basically, the offense needs to be adept and efficient at being more multiple. I see that as an off-season goal.Same applies to the D: Creating the ability to be more multiple/unpredictable in the fronts, stunts, twists, blitzes, and coverages.We have a tremendous nucleus to build these scheme upgrades. Need another magical off season in player retention/acquisition to make it completely implementable. 2 Reply 2 / 2 1 2 Display: All posts1 day7 days2 weeks1 month3 months6 months1 year Sort by: AuthorPost timeSubject Sort by: AscendingDescending Jump to: Forum Rams/NFL Other Sports Rams Fans United Q&A's Board Business 17 posts Apr 29 2024 FOLLOW US @RAMSFANSUNITED Who liked this post
by phoenixrising 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 820 Joined: Aug 05 2016 Arroyo Grande, CA Veteran Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #12 dieterbrock wrote:Not understanding this. A FB? For what purpose? Pass blocking? Don’t understand what a FB does other than take the place of a contributing player, either 3rd WR or 2nd TEA FB can do things TE's can't, like iso on a LB (unless the TE lines up as FB). Maybe not too useful on zone stretch runs, but against NE it might have been helpful to have someone in Donta Hightower's grill. by Elvis 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 38611 Joined: Mar 28 2015 Los Angeles Administrator Re: Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #13 You could motion Higbee into the backfield and use him like a FB if you wanted to... RFU Season Ticket Holder by phoenixrising 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 820 Joined: Aug 05 2016 Arroyo Grande, CA Veteran Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #14 Elvis wrote:You could motion Higbee into the backfield and use him like a FB if you wanted to...Yeah, I alluded to that, but I think that's outside his comfort zone. And being 6-6, it's tough to get the leverage. by 69RamFan 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 3193 Joined: Oct 15 2016 LA CA by way of NY/NJ Superstar Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #15 Dick84 wrote:I would dump the 3rd TE and add a fullback.McVay should of never cut TE/FB Cory Harkey,,, I was a fan favorite of him... A great blocker on the end and for FB....and its not like he couldn't catch the rock,,, he always seemed to slip into the flats getting open... I was really disappointed when he got cut... He is still available... and only 28yrs of age.. by R4L 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 1301 Joined: May 08 2017 Dayton, Ohio Pro Bowl Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #16 Dick84 wrote:I'm not arguing *against* upgrading TE, although I think Everett will keep getting better. I'm saying adding a fullback opens up something different.True. McVay tried to get a FB in the draft with Sam Rogers, but when he wasn't the answer they never replaced him. I always liked Buford McGee on those 80s teams. Was a good pass catcher and a decent runner when called upon. I like the idea. 1 by ramsman34 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 8576 Joined: Apr 16 2015 Back in LA baby! Moderator Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #17 R4L, phoenixrising liked this post phoenixrising wrote:Doesn't talent dictate playcalling? McVay is not averse to throwing to the TE.I agree about Everett. His blocking had to improve and it did.Of course, but I think trust is as big or bigger - and that too is based on talent. But it's also having intricate knowledge of the complete offense, not just one's individual role. Not sure Higs or Everett have that level of offensive command...yet. But it should be fully engrained this upcoming season.McVay simply has to expand his playbook when it comes to personnel. There is too much film on what's been done to date, and even to the fan's eye we started looking predictable at the end of the season.The biggest key is the O-line; getting bigger and more physical without losing the athleticism that is required for the zone run game and pass pro, while being able to add in more man-blocking, and power-G/center pull, center and guard pull/power run schemes.Basically, the offense needs to be adept and efficient at being more multiple. I see that as an off-season goal.Same applies to the D: Creating the ability to be more multiple/unpredictable in the fronts, stunts, twists, blitzes, and coverages.We have a tremendous nucleus to build these scheme upgrades. Need another magical off season in player retention/acquisition to make it completely implementable. 2 Reply 2 / 2 1 2 Display: All posts1 day7 days2 weeks1 month3 months6 months1 year Sort by: AuthorPost timeSubject Sort by: AscendingDescending Jump to: Forum Rams/NFL Other Sports Rams Fans United Q&A's Board Business 17 posts Apr 29 2024
by Elvis 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 38611 Joined: Mar 28 2015 Los Angeles Administrator Re: Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #13 You could motion Higbee into the backfield and use him like a FB if you wanted to... RFU Season Ticket Holder by phoenixrising 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 820 Joined: Aug 05 2016 Arroyo Grande, CA Veteran Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #14 Elvis wrote:You could motion Higbee into the backfield and use him like a FB if you wanted to...Yeah, I alluded to that, but I think that's outside his comfort zone. And being 6-6, it's tough to get the leverage. by 69RamFan 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 3193 Joined: Oct 15 2016 LA CA by way of NY/NJ Superstar Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #15 Dick84 wrote:I would dump the 3rd TE and add a fullback.McVay should of never cut TE/FB Cory Harkey,,, I was a fan favorite of him... A great blocker on the end and for FB....and its not like he couldn't catch the rock,,, he always seemed to slip into the flats getting open... I was really disappointed when he got cut... He is still available... and only 28yrs of age.. by R4L 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 1301 Joined: May 08 2017 Dayton, Ohio Pro Bowl Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #16 Dick84 wrote:I'm not arguing *against* upgrading TE, although I think Everett will keep getting better. I'm saying adding a fullback opens up something different.True. McVay tried to get a FB in the draft with Sam Rogers, but when he wasn't the answer they never replaced him. I always liked Buford McGee on those 80s teams. Was a good pass catcher and a decent runner when called upon. I like the idea. 1 by ramsman34 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 8576 Joined: Apr 16 2015 Back in LA baby! Moderator Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #17 R4L, phoenixrising liked this post phoenixrising wrote:Doesn't talent dictate playcalling? McVay is not averse to throwing to the TE.I agree about Everett. His blocking had to improve and it did.Of course, but I think trust is as big or bigger - and that too is based on talent. But it's also having intricate knowledge of the complete offense, not just one's individual role. Not sure Higs or Everett have that level of offensive command...yet. But it should be fully engrained this upcoming season.McVay simply has to expand his playbook when it comes to personnel. There is too much film on what's been done to date, and even to the fan's eye we started looking predictable at the end of the season.The biggest key is the O-line; getting bigger and more physical without losing the athleticism that is required for the zone run game and pass pro, while being able to add in more man-blocking, and power-G/center pull, center and guard pull/power run schemes.Basically, the offense needs to be adept and efficient at being more multiple. I see that as an off-season goal.Same applies to the D: Creating the ability to be more multiple/unpredictable in the fronts, stunts, twists, blitzes, and coverages.We have a tremendous nucleus to build these scheme upgrades. Need another magical off season in player retention/acquisition to make it completely implementable. 2 Reply 2 / 2 1 2 Display: All posts1 day7 days2 weeks1 month3 months6 months1 year Sort by: AuthorPost timeSubject Sort by: AscendingDescending Jump to: Forum Rams/NFL Other Sports Rams Fans United Q&A's Board Business 17 posts Apr 29 2024
by phoenixrising 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 820 Joined: Aug 05 2016 Arroyo Grande, CA Veteran Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #14 Elvis wrote:You could motion Higbee into the backfield and use him like a FB if you wanted to...Yeah, I alluded to that, but I think that's outside his comfort zone. And being 6-6, it's tough to get the leverage. by 69RamFan 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 3193 Joined: Oct 15 2016 LA CA by way of NY/NJ Superstar Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #15 Dick84 wrote:I would dump the 3rd TE and add a fullback.McVay should of never cut TE/FB Cory Harkey,,, I was a fan favorite of him... A great blocker on the end and for FB....and its not like he couldn't catch the rock,,, he always seemed to slip into the flats getting open... I was really disappointed when he got cut... He is still available... and only 28yrs of age.. by R4L 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 1301 Joined: May 08 2017 Dayton, Ohio Pro Bowl Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #16 Dick84 wrote:I'm not arguing *against* upgrading TE, although I think Everett will keep getting better. I'm saying adding a fullback opens up something different.True. McVay tried to get a FB in the draft with Sam Rogers, but when he wasn't the answer they never replaced him. I always liked Buford McGee on those 80s teams. Was a good pass catcher and a decent runner when called upon. I like the idea. 1 by ramsman34 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 8576 Joined: Apr 16 2015 Back in LA baby! Moderator Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #17 R4L, phoenixrising liked this post phoenixrising wrote:Doesn't talent dictate playcalling? McVay is not averse to throwing to the TE.I agree about Everett. His blocking had to improve and it did.Of course, but I think trust is as big or bigger - and that too is based on talent. But it's also having intricate knowledge of the complete offense, not just one's individual role. Not sure Higs or Everett have that level of offensive command...yet. But it should be fully engrained this upcoming season.McVay simply has to expand his playbook when it comes to personnel. There is too much film on what's been done to date, and even to the fan's eye we started looking predictable at the end of the season.The biggest key is the O-line; getting bigger and more physical without losing the athleticism that is required for the zone run game and pass pro, while being able to add in more man-blocking, and power-G/center pull, center and guard pull/power run schemes.Basically, the offense needs to be adept and efficient at being more multiple. I see that as an off-season goal.Same applies to the D: Creating the ability to be more multiple/unpredictable in the fronts, stunts, twists, blitzes, and coverages.We have a tremendous nucleus to build these scheme upgrades. Need another magical off season in player retention/acquisition to make it completely implementable. 2 Reply 2 / 2 1 2 Display: All posts1 day7 days2 weeks1 month3 months6 months1 year Sort by: AuthorPost timeSubject Sort by: AscendingDescending Jump to: Forum Rams/NFL Other Sports Rams Fans United Q&A's Board Business 17 posts Apr 29 2024
by 69RamFan 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 3193 Joined: Oct 15 2016 LA CA by way of NY/NJ Superstar Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #15 Dick84 wrote:I would dump the 3rd TE and add a fullback.McVay should of never cut TE/FB Cory Harkey,,, I was a fan favorite of him... A great blocker on the end and for FB....and its not like he couldn't catch the rock,,, he always seemed to slip into the flats getting open... I was really disappointed when he got cut... He is still available... and only 28yrs of age.. by R4L 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 1301 Joined: May 08 2017 Dayton, Ohio Pro Bowl Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #16 Dick84 wrote:I'm not arguing *against* upgrading TE, although I think Everett will keep getting better. I'm saying adding a fullback opens up something different.True. McVay tried to get a FB in the draft with Sam Rogers, but when he wasn't the answer they never replaced him. I always liked Buford McGee on those 80s teams. Was a good pass catcher and a decent runner when called upon. I like the idea. 1 by ramsman34 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 8576 Joined: Apr 16 2015 Back in LA baby! Moderator Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #17 R4L, phoenixrising liked this post phoenixrising wrote:Doesn't talent dictate playcalling? McVay is not averse to throwing to the TE.I agree about Everett. His blocking had to improve and it did.Of course, but I think trust is as big or bigger - and that too is based on talent. But it's also having intricate knowledge of the complete offense, not just one's individual role. Not sure Higs or Everett have that level of offensive command...yet. But it should be fully engrained this upcoming season.McVay simply has to expand his playbook when it comes to personnel. There is too much film on what's been done to date, and even to the fan's eye we started looking predictable at the end of the season.The biggest key is the O-line; getting bigger and more physical without losing the athleticism that is required for the zone run game and pass pro, while being able to add in more man-blocking, and power-G/center pull, center and guard pull/power run schemes.Basically, the offense needs to be adept and efficient at being more multiple. I see that as an off-season goal.Same applies to the D: Creating the ability to be more multiple/unpredictable in the fronts, stunts, twists, blitzes, and coverages.We have a tremendous nucleus to build these scheme upgrades. Need another magical off season in player retention/acquisition to make it completely implementable. 2 Reply 2 / 2 1 2 Display: All posts1 day7 days2 weeks1 month3 months6 months1 year Sort by: AuthorPost timeSubject Sort by: AscendingDescending Jump to: Forum Rams/NFL Other Sports Rams Fans United Q&A's Board Business 17 posts Apr 29 2024
by R4L 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 1301 Joined: May 08 2017 Dayton, Ohio Pro Bowl Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #16 Dick84 wrote:I'm not arguing *against* upgrading TE, although I think Everett will keep getting better. I'm saying adding a fullback opens up something different.True. McVay tried to get a FB in the draft with Sam Rogers, but when he wasn't the answer they never replaced him. I always liked Buford McGee on those 80s teams. Was a good pass catcher and a decent runner when called upon. I like the idea. 1 by ramsman34 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 8576 Joined: Apr 16 2015 Back in LA baby! Moderator Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #17 R4L, phoenixrising liked this post phoenixrising wrote:Doesn't talent dictate playcalling? McVay is not averse to throwing to the TE.I agree about Everett. His blocking had to improve and it did.Of course, but I think trust is as big or bigger - and that too is based on talent. But it's also having intricate knowledge of the complete offense, not just one's individual role. Not sure Higs or Everett have that level of offensive command...yet. But it should be fully engrained this upcoming season.McVay simply has to expand his playbook when it comes to personnel. There is too much film on what's been done to date, and even to the fan's eye we started looking predictable at the end of the season.The biggest key is the O-line; getting bigger and more physical without losing the athleticism that is required for the zone run game and pass pro, while being able to add in more man-blocking, and power-G/center pull, center and guard pull/power run schemes.Basically, the offense needs to be adept and efficient at being more multiple. I see that as an off-season goal.Same applies to the D: Creating the ability to be more multiple/unpredictable in the fronts, stunts, twists, blitzes, and coverages.We have a tremendous nucleus to build these scheme upgrades. Need another magical off season in player retention/acquisition to make it completely implementable. 2 Reply 2 / 2 1 2 Display: All posts1 day7 days2 weeks1 month3 months6 months1 year Sort by: AuthorPost timeSubject Sort by: AscendingDescending Jump to: Forum Rams/NFL Other Sports Rams Fans United Q&A's Board Business 17 posts Apr 29 2024
by ramsman34 5 years 2 months ago Total posts: 8576 Joined: Apr 16 2015 Back in LA baby! Moderator Roster Breakdown (Part 3): WR/TE POST #17 R4L, phoenixrising liked this post phoenixrising wrote:Doesn't talent dictate playcalling? McVay is not averse to throwing to the TE.I agree about Everett. His blocking had to improve and it did.Of course, but I think trust is as big or bigger - and that too is based on talent. But it's also having intricate knowledge of the complete offense, not just one's individual role. Not sure Higs or Everett have that level of offensive command...yet. But it should be fully engrained this upcoming season.McVay simply has to expand his playbook when it comes to personnel. There is too much film on what's been done to date, and even to the fan's eye we started looking predictable at the end of the season.The biggest key is the O-line; getting bigger and more physical without losing the athleticism that is required for the zone run game and pass pro, while being able to add in more man-blocking, and power-G/center pull, center and guard pull/power run schemes.Basically, the offense needs to be adept and efficient at being more multiple. I see that as an off-season goal.Same applies to the D: Creating the ability to be more multiple/unpredictable in the fronts, stunts, twists, blitzes, and coverages.We have a tremendous nucleus to build these scheme upgrades. Need another magical off season in player retention/acquisition to make it completely implementable. 2 Reply 2 / 2 1 2 Display: All posts1 day7 days2 weeks1 month3 months6 months1 year Sort by: AuthorPost timeSubject Sort by: AscendingDescending Jump to: Forum Rams/NFL Other Sports Rams Fans United Q&A's Board Business