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How do you see our RB battle playing out?
Posted on 4/21/15 at 8:15 pm
Posted on 4/21/15 at 8:15 pm
Personally, i think that Roc will be our starter with Barber backing him up and JR third in the rotation. Roc has the it factor. Quick, elusive and just strong enough to run bt the tackles and is the only back with homerun speed.
Barber is a freaking old school Auburn running back that hits the hole hard and runs you flat the fk over Ronnie Brown style and it would not surprise me if he split carries with Roc this year.
JR is a bruiser who doesnt have break away speed, but can push the pile for short yardage. Cant say he is very elusive either due to the extra weight he is carrying around. If we had him for four years he would be a nightmare for opposing defenses. As it is, he will be a role player imo...Thoughts?
Barber is a freaking old school Auburn running back that hits the hole hard and runs you flat the fk over Ronnie Brown style and it would not surprise me if he split carries with Roc this year.
JR is a bruiser who doesnt have break away speed, but can push the pile for short yardage. Cant say he is very elusive either due to the extra weight he is carrying around. If we had him for four years he would be a nightmare for opposing defenses. As it is, he will be a role player imo...Thoughts?
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Posted on 4/21/15 at 8:18 pm to ChexMix
Jovon,Roc,Barber. I think Jovon is still learning the system right now.
This post was edited on 4/21/15 at 8:19 pm
Posted on 4/21/15 at 8:22 pm to gsm1060
All three. Jovon getting bulk.
Roc for change of pace. Our coaches got a tough one to figure out how to get all on the field
Roc for change of pace. Our coaches got a tough one to figure out how to get all on the field
Posted on 4/21/15 at 8:29 pm to ChexMix
Jovon Robinson
Racean Thomas
Peyton Barber
Kerryon Johnson
Racean Thomas
Peyton Barber
Kerryon Johnson
Posted on 4/21/15 at 9:17 pm to TTsTowel
Roc might end up playing the McCaleb/Grant role in the offense this year while Jovon plays more of the conventional role in the backfield. Roc will make some big plays and make some guys miss, but I don't think his instinct is to lower his shoulder and pick up a few yards to keep the offense on schedule for down and distance, which is key to Gus' offense.
Posted on 4/21/15 at 10:00 pm to ChexMix
3 RB's getting a lot of touches just won't happen I don't think. I think it will be mostly Jovon and Roc at first, with one of them separating themselves mid season.
This post was edited on 4/21/15 at 10:01 pm
Posted on 4/21/15 at 10:09 pm to ChexMix
Roc and Jovon will get majority in early parts of the season. One will emerge and get a bulk of the carries
Posted on 4/21/15 at 10:17 pm to ChexMix
If Roc continues to be the 1 cut runner he was Saturday & how the staff wants him he will be tough to beat. Rhett said today who pass blocks the best will play. Barber is still struggling w/ Pass Pro.
I'm leaning to Roc gets more of the carries. Jovon in short yardage & spell Roc. Peyton getting what's left.
I'm leaning to Roc gets more of the carries. Jovon in short yardage & spell Roc. Peyton getting what's left.
Posted on 4/21/15 at 10:42 pm to ChexMix
I fricking LOVE these problems.
Posted on 4/21/15 at 11:17 pm to ChexMix
Jovon and Roc will split most of the time. Jovon will get majority of the carries, while Barber will once again be rarely used.
I believe Kerryon will be our Ontario guy, as we can also use him in the passing game. He will be brought in the offense slowly.
I believe Kerryon will be our Ontario guy, as we can also use him in the passing game. He will be brought in the offense slowly.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 3:51 am to TiggerWoods
It'll play out in a way that makes other teams envious.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 7:21 am to TiggerWoods
I thought they said Jason Smith would be getting a lot of those types of carries since he's versatile. I know Gus has changed his opinion of redshirting kids but I wish we could just redshirt Kerryon.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 7:23 am to weaglebeagle
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I wish we could just redshirt Kerryon.
Lets see how fall camp works out. Could be best decision for him. if he is 4th on the list, he aint playing unless its on K/O returns etc. Would be a waste of a year. A lot also depends on recruiting and who Gus thinks he may have coming in in 2016.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 8:05 am to Pavoloco83
IDK if I RS a kid like Kerryon. It depends on the kid really IMO, and what their goals are. Injuries can figure in as well I suppose.
I really think when Fall rolls around that Jovon steps it up a notch. I watched closely, and all three were moving the pile. Barber straight bulldozed Cass on one run. I was more impressed w/ Roc's 2nd TD run, than the 1st. He got narrow, and low, and was almost untouched up the gut.
#RBUproblems
I really think when Fall rolls around that Jovon steps it up a notch. I watched closely, and all three were moving the pile. Barber straight bulldozed Cass on one run. I was more impressed w/ Roc's 2nd TD run, than the 1st. He got narrow, and low, and was almost untouched up the gut.
#RBUproblems
Posted on 4/22/15 at 8:05 am to ChexMix
Gus loves a strong guy thats dependable and consistent. Based on that I would lean JR getting the nod with ROC spelling him just like the Aday game.
I like that because RoC will be coming in fresh after Jovon has grinded down the defense
I like that because RoC will be coming in fresh after Jovon has grinded down the defense
Posted on 4/22/15 at 8:22 am to AUtigR24
I don't think Roc needs more than 15 carries a game avg. What Reggie Bush averaged
Posted on 4/22/15 at 6:53 pm to GenesChin
Im honestly surprised no one sees Barber as a contender to start. JR didnt impress me at all during the Aday game.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 8:21 pm to GenesChin
I totally agree... thomas should never have more than 15-20 carries in any game (provided the other guys are healthy)... I would limit rocs touches throughout the year to keep him healthy.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 11:07 pm to ChexMix
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honestly surprised no one sees Barber as a contender to start. JR didnt impress me at all during the Aday game.
A Day game means almost nothing.
Posted on 4/22/15 at 11:28 pm to ChexMix
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Im honestly surprised no one sees Barber as a contender to start. JR didnt impress me at all during the Aday game.
In the 2010 Aday game, Cam wasn't impressive....
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