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I really like this guy and thought the Giants got quite a steal picking him as late as they did in this years rookie draft.

Now 2 preseason games later.. he continues to quietly show promise.

Game 1: 5 carries 19 yards (3.8 ypc) long of 15 yards 3 catches 22 yards (7.3 YPC) lost a fumble.

Game 2: 7 carries 70 yards (10 ypc) long of 43 yards 0 catches.

Game 3: 8 carries 42 yards (5.25 ypc) long of 18 0 catches.

Anyone else see this guy as getting playing time during the regular season?

For those who have seen the games, what are your impressions of Bradshaw? Think he can be a starter in the league?

 
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What's he been playing against, 4th strings?

People are putting WAY to much stock in pre-season. It seems to get worse each year.

 
I was initially a skeptic and I still think the odds of him becoming an NFL starter are just about zero, but there's been a pretty good buzz on him since mini camp. He'll make the roster and possibly play a bigger role than what's presently expected.

 
Considering the backs on the Giants roster - he could be the third down back in due time.

He catches the ball well out of the backfield and has nice speed.

Worth a late pick in dynasty leagues.

 
Slingblade said:
What's he been playing against, 4th strings?People are putting WAY to much stock in pre-season. It seems to get worse each year.
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what else would we do . . . watch baseball???Preseaosn is all about the hype - and its good reading, even if much of it is crap, it justmeans its time for some real football!!!
 
There's a bit of discussion in the game thread. Right after the 43 yard run some very poor pass blocking caused a sack and a hurry. He is 5th in the rotation right now.

Jacobs

Droughns

Ward (pressuring Reuben)

Grant (looking solid)

Bradshaw

I drafted him very late in a rookie draft so I'm hoping for the best, but rook RBs generally stick there nose a little higher up the depth chart by now if they are really competing for playing time. I predicted he'd do a year on the practice squad, but a few others quickly disagreed. I still feel that way. Will they carry five backs? Will they find Bradshaw more valuable than Grant? Does either play special teams? I think the enthusiasm is one part NY, one part late round sleeper sentiments, one part dynasty rookie pipe dreams, and one part Bradshaw being a nice talent.

:popcorn:

 
The only thing to take away from the gaudy stats are that he's playing like a man among boys in scrub time.

It means he should be playing with better players on the field to judge him further.

 
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What's he been playing against, 4th strings?People are putting WAY to much stock in pre-season. It seems to get worse each year.
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I think that he's probably looking, like many of us are who play in dynasty leagues, for that potential diamond in the rough who could emerge as a starter later in their career. I don't think anyone is annointing Bradshaw as the 2nd coming of Tiki (yet), but there has been a lot of positive things about him coming out of camp, and many of us are not sold on Jacobs, so yes, I think this discussion is relevant. Obviously, the preseason stats aren't going to tell the whole story, but it's still another piece of the puzzle.
 
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That one play where Bradshaw stiff-armed a Raven defender in the backfield then blew by two more defenders up the right sideline was a definite eye-opener. Kid's got some skills.

 
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That one play where Bradshaw stiff-armed a Raven defender in the backfield then blew by two more defenders up the right sideline was a definite eye-opener. Kid's got some skills.
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Fond memories for him to think back on during slow hours on the job at Hertz next month.
 
Here is a problem: The drafted players, everyone looks for reasons why they are worth keeping in deeper dynasty leagues. The players people don't know about (UDFA's mainly), people overlook.

I honestly thought Grant was more impressive than Bradshaw. But Bradshaw is the sexier name because he was drafted.

 
Bradshaw is very clearly the second most talented RB on the Giants roster. He will make the team. (Right now it looks as if the Giants will keep four: Jacobs, Droughns, Ward and Bradshaw).

Having said that, I would expect his opportunities to be limited this season (barring injuries). Part of that is knowing this coaching staff and how they handle rookies. To be active on game days he will need to prove himself capable of making an impact on special teams first (as a returner). And to see time as a HB he will need to improve his pass protection (he struggled in that area against Baltimore).

Grant has had a nice pre-season but he's not in the same class as Bradshaw, Ward has looked better and Droughns brings a veteran presence. Unfortunately he's looking like the odd man out.

 
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IMO Ward is the one to watch. He has the best combination of power and speed. His biggest problem has been staying healthy, but he appears to be fine now and is playing well.

 
Bradshaw is going to surprise a lot of people if he hasn't already. While I understand that many fantasy owners overvalue the preseason (ask anyone that drafted Drew Haddad as a deep WR sleeper for the Colts a few years ago), you have to actually see this kid play. He uses some nifty footwork to shed defenders and has a great eye for finding running room where there is none.

While you can take or leave the performance vs. the Panthers, the Ravens backup defense is probably more talented than half the starting defenses (including the Giants) and Bradshaw shredded them in the 4th quarter. I'd love to see him get more playing time in the final preseason game where starters play as well as the finale where he'll likely start to determine where his eventual spot in the depth chart will be.

Due to Ward's tendancy to get injured, I don't see how he'll supplant Bradshaw as the #3 guy on the roster.

 
I apprechiate the comments from those who have been able to see him play. UnfortunitlyI haven't so that is what I am looking for in this thread.

 
Ministry of Pain said:
Slingblade said:
What's he been playing against, 4th strings?

People are putting WAY to much stock in pre-season. It seems to get worse each year.
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What's Bradshaw? 3rd string at best right now?
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Probably third string - they don't seem too impressed with Droughns. I said it back near the end of the NFL draft and I'll say it now - this kid is underrated as compared to his draft position (7th round). He would have been drafted much higher if it weren't for the recent focus on player "image". He stole an X-Box back at Marshall which caused a plummet down the charts. His initial burst is not as impressive as many NFL starters, but his vision was top of the RB class this year, up there with Peterson. I think this kid can have an impact on the Giants... the RB corp currently there is not all that impressive. At the very least, he'll get a lot of 3rd down opps between him and Ward.

 
Not that it really means anything but the line-up last night went Jacobs, Ward, Droughns, then Bradshaw. Not sure if that means he's 4th on the depth chart or not but that was the order the RBs played last night.

 
Performing well in the preseason guarantees a starting job and a successful NFL career.

Sin,

Jerome Harrison

Cleveland Browns

 
thought i read or heard that droughns was being moved to FB....will see if i can find it later

According to the Newark Star Ledger, with FB Robert Douglas out of practice with a meniscus injury that will require surgery Monday, RB Reuben Droughns worked with the first team at fullback. It's been asked about and speculated about since the Giants traded for Droughns and especially since Jim Finn went on IR in June. "We're going to work Reuben, who's done that before in Denver, (at fullback)," coach Tom Coughlin said. "I'd like to see Reuben (against the Patriots on Thursday) at fullback."

 
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Yeap.. Droughns is going to be playing a little FB this season. I believe that Bradshaw is going to make a great 3rd pass catching back... Also, the kid seem real good at KRs...

 
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What's he been playing against, 4th strings?People are putting WAY to much stock in pre-season. It seems to get worse each year.
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Its better than not seeing Rookies play at all. You take it with a grain of salt but that doesn't mean your dismiss the performance.I wonder if the same thing was said in the Colston post last year.
 
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Droughns may be playing some FB, but it doesn't mean he won't play when Jacobs isn't.

Bradshaw hasn't played enough against anything other than 3rd/4th stringers for me to get overly excited, but he looks decent. I'm just not that big on his talent level.

 
Wildcard playoff game:

A. Bradshaw 17 carries 66 yards

B. Jacobs 13 carries 34 yards 1TD

This is the 1st sign of Bradshaw outperforming Jacobs.

Nice call by Borbely earlier in this thread about Grant.

 
Biabreakable said:
Wildcard playoff game:A. Bradshaw 17 carries 66 yardsB. Jacobs 13 carries 34 yards 1TDThis is the 1st sign of Bradshaw outperforming Jacobs.Nice call by Borbely earlier in this thread about Grant.
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Don't forget Jacobs had 2 receptions for 16 yards and another TDBradshaw had 1 reception for 9 yards.
 
Coughlin's job was on the line this week and he put all his faith in Bradshaw.

Tells us all we need to know about the NYG backfield situation.

 
Biabreakable said:
Wildcard playoff game:A. Bradshaw 17 carries 66 yardsB. Jacobs 13 carries 34 yards 1TDThis is the 1st sign of Bradshaw outperforming Jacobs.Nice call by Borbely earlier in this thread about Grant.
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It doesn't state it well though. I mean Jacobs pounded at em' and then small quick Bradshaw came in and was hard for them to deal with. We don't know if Bradshaw would have been as effective without Brandon starting things off. Also, there's gotta be a lack of respect for him from the D. Just one good game in 2007 can't have the defense too worried and the DC have spent too much time preparing to stop him. DCs will scheme to stop him and have their D ready in 08, that's just life in the NFL.Bradshaw owners need to watch Ward's free agency though as that will affect his future value
 
Bri said:
Biabreakable said:
Wildcard playoff game:A. Bradshaw 17 carries 66 yardsB. Jacobs 13 carries 34 yards 1TDThis is the 1st sign of Bradshaw outperforming Jacobs.Nice call by Borbely earlier in this thread about Grant.
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It doesn't state it well though. I mean Jacobs pounded at em' and then small quick Bradshaw came in and was hard for them to deal with. We don't know if Bradshaw would have been as effective without Brandon starting things off.
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Jacobs does not deserve any credit for Bradshaw's success. None. Jacobs was not getting iyt done, so he was benched. COP RB's aren't used to put away playoff games in the second half, either. Bradshaw was far superior than Jacobs yesterday, so the coach relied on him to win the game. It's obvious Jacobs is on a very short leash.
 
H.K. said:
Bri said:
Biabreakable said:
Wildcard playoff game:A. Bradshaw 17 carries 66 yardsB. Jacobs 13 carries 34 yards 1TDThis is the 1st sign of Bradshaw outperforming Jacobs.Nice call by Borbely earlier in this thread about Grant.
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It doesn't state it well though. I mean Jacobs pounded at em' and then small quick Bradshaw came in and was hard for them to deal with. We don't know if Bradshaw would have been as effective without Brandon starting things off.
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Jacobs does not deserve any credit for Bradshaw's success. None. Jacobs was not getting iyt done, so he was benched. COP RB's aren't used to put away playoff games in the second half, either. Bradshaw was far superior than Jacobs yesterday, so the coach relied on him to win the game. It's obvious Jacobs is on a very short leash.
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Easy there HK. Being a Giants fan, I love Bradshaw more than most. But he didn't really start a drive until 3 mins left in the game.He was used as a COP during the game, and yes he did finish the Toomer drive, but Bjake started that and was pulled after a 4 yard run. Maybe there is something behind the scenes but BJ playing 3.5 Q and AB playing .5 Q is not a changing of the guard.
 
H.K. said:
Bri said:
Biabreakable said:
Wildcard playoff game:A. Bradshaw 17 carries 66 yardsB. Jacobs 13 carries 34 yards 1TDThis is the 1st sign of Bradshaw outperforming Jacobs.Nice call by Borbely earlier in this thread about Grant.
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It doesn't state it well though. I mean Jacobs pounded at em' and then small quick Bradshaw came in and was hard for them to deal with. We don't know if Bradshaw would have been as effective without Brandon starting things off.
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Jacobs does not deserve any credit for Bradshaw's success. None. Jacobs was not getting iyt done, so he was benched. COP RB's aren't used to put away playoff games in the second half, either. Bradshaw was far superior than Jacobs yesterday, so the coach relied on him to win the game. It's obvious Jacobs is on a very short leash.
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You'll just never stop will you? I'm now convinced B. Jacobs stole at least one of your girl friends.
 
H.K. said:
Bri said:
Biabreakable said:
Wildcard playoff game:A. Bradshaw 17 carries 66 yardsB. Jacobs 13 carries 34 yards 1TDThis is the 1st sign of Bradshaw outperforming Jacobs.Nice call by Borbely earlier in this thread about Grant.
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It doesn't state it well though. I mean Jacobs pounded at em' and then small quick Bradshaw came in and was hard for them to deal with. We don't know if Bradshaw would have been as effective without Brandon starting things off.
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Jacobs does not deserve any credit for Bradshaw's success. None. Jacobs was not getting iyt done, so he was benched. COP RB's aren't used to put away playoff games in the second half, either. Bradshaw was far superior than Jacobs yesterday, so the coach relied on him to win the game. It's obvious Jacobs is on a very short leash.
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lol Jacobs has done very well every game this year the games he has played. Bradshaw is a nice complimentary RB. You remind me of the Deshawn Foster lovers after his first carry in the NFL. "He's gonna be a stud". :thumbup:
 
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Coughlin's job was on the line this week and he put all his faith in Bradshaw. Tells us all we need to know about the NYG backfield situation.
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It's obvious Jacobs is on a very short leash.
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You post that after Jacob's accounts for 14 of the Giants 24 total points scoring both a rushing & receiving TD?I'll give you this, you'll stick to your Jacobs schtick no matter what. :thumbup:
 
harryhood said:
H.K. said:
Bri said:
Biabreakable said:
Wildcard playoff game:

A. Bradshaw 17 carries 66 yards

B. Jacobs 13 carries 34 yards 1TD

This is the 1st sign of Bradshaw outperforming Jacobs.

Nice call by Borbely earlier in this thread about Grant.
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It doesn't state it well though. I mean Jacobs pounded at em' and then small quick Bradshaw came in and was hard for them to deal with. We don't know if Bradshaw would have been as effective without Brandon starting things off.
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Jacobs does not deserve any credit for Bradshaw's success. None. Jacobs was not getting iyt done, so he was benched. COP RB's aren't used to put away playoff games in the second half, either. Bradshaw was far superior than Jacobs yesterday, so the coach relied on him to win the game. It's obvious Jacobs is on a very short leash.
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Easy there HK. Being a Giants fan, I love Bradshaw more than most. But he didn't really start a drive until 3 mins left in the game.He was used as a COP during the game, and yes he did finish the Toomer drive, but Bjake started that and was pulled after a 4 yard run. Maybe there is something behind the scenes but BJ playing 3.5 Q and AB playing .5 Q is not a changing of the guard.
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Are you talking about this drive? If you are you are minimalizing Bradshaw's contribution. I still think Jacobs is #1 though.1-10-NYG8 (1:40) E.Manning pass short right to M.Hedgecock to NYG 13 for 5 yards (J.Phillips).

2-5-NYG13 (:58) E.Manning pass incomplete deep right to P.Burress.

PENALTY on NYG-P.Burress, Offensive Pass Interference, 6 yards, enforced at NYG 13 - No Play.

2-11-NYG7 (:51) B.Jacobs right tackle to NYG 11 for 4 yards (G.Adams, B.Ruud).

3-7-NYG11 (:05) (Shotgun) E.Manning pass short middle to A.Toomer to NYG 22 for 11 yards (D.Brooks).

Fourth Quarter

New York Giants continued...

1-10-NYG22 (15:00) A.Bradshaw left tackle to NYG 29 for 7 yards (B.Ruud, J.Phillips).

2-3-NYG29 (14:20) E.Manning pass short right to A.Toomer to NYG 40 for 11 yards (P.Buchanon).

1-10-NYG40 (13:43) A.Bradshaw up the middle to NYG 48 for 8 yards (D.Brooks).

2-2-NYG48 (13:03) A.Bradshaw right guard to TB 46 for 6 yards (K.Pearson).

1-10-TB46 (12:22) E.Manning pass short right to K.Boss to TB 35 for 11 yards (D.Brooks, Q.Black).

1-10-TB35 (11:35) E.Manning pass incomplete short right to M.Matthews.

2-10-TB35 (11:30) E.Manning pass short left to P.Burress pushed ob at TB 21 for 14 yards (R.Barber).

1-10-TB21 (10:59) A.Bradshaw left end to TB 15 for 6 yards (W.Allen, R.Barber).

2-4-TB15 (10:14) A.Bradshaw left guard to TB 9 for 6 yards (J.Phillips).

1-9-TB9 (9:31) A.Bradshaw left guard to TB 8 for 1 yard (R.Barber).

2-8-TB8 (8:48) A.Bradshaw up the middle to TB 4 for 4 yards (J.Phillips).

3-4-TB4 (8:08) (Shotgun) E.Manning pass short right to A.Toomer for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.

 
bigmurd said:
harryhood said:
H.K. said:
Bri said:
Biabreakable said:
Wildcard playoff game:

A. Bradshaw 17 carries 66 yards

B. Jacobs 13 carries 34 yards 1TD

This is the 1st sign of Bradshaw outperforming Jacobs.

Nice call by Borbely earlier in this thread about Grant.
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It doesn't state it well though. I mean Jacobs pounded at em' and then small quick Bradshaw came in and was hard for them to deal with. We don't know if Bradshaw would have been as effective without Brandon starting things off.
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Jacobs does not deserve any credit for Bradshaw's success. None. Jacobs was not getting iyt done, so he was benched. COP RB's aren't used to put away playoff games in the second half, either. Bradshaw was far superior than Jacobs yesterday, so the coach relied on him to win the game. It's obvious Jacobs is on a very short leash.
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Easy there HK. Being a Giants fan, I love Bradshaw more than most. But he didn't really start a drive until 3 mins left in the game.He was used as a COP during the game, and yes he did finish the Toomer drive, but Bjake started that and was pulled after a 4 yard run. Maybe there is something behind the scenes but BJ playing 3.5 Q and AB playing .5 Q is not a changing of the guard.
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Are you talking about this drive? If you are you are minimalizing Bradshaw's contribution. I still think Jacobs is #1 though.1-10-NYG8 (1:40) E.Manning pass short right to M.Hedgecock to NYG 13 for 5 yards (J.Phillips).

2-5-NYG13 (:58) E.Manning pass incomplete deep right to P.Burress.

PENALTY on NYG-P.Burress, Offensive Pass Interference, 6 yards, enforced at NYG 13 - No Play.

2-11-NYG7 (:51) B.Jacobs right tackle to NYG 11 for 4 yards (G.Adams, B.Ruud).

3-7-NYG11 (:05) (Shotgun) E.Manning pass short middle to A.Toomer to NYG 22 for 11 yards (D.Brooks).

Fourth Quarter

New York Giants continued...

1-10-NYG22 (15:00) A.Bradshaw left tackle to NYG 29 for 7 yards (B.Ruud, J.Phillips).

2-3-NYG29 (14:20) E.Manning pass short right to A.Toomer to NYG 40 for 11 yards (P.Buchanon).

1-10-NYG40 (13:43) A.Bradshaw up the middle to NYG 48 for 8 yards (D.Brooks).

2-2-NYG48 (13:03) A.Bradshaw right guard to TB 46 for 6 yards (K.Pearson).

1-10-TB46 (12:22) E.Manning pass short right to K.Boss to TB 35 for 11 yards (D.Brooks, Q.Black).

1-10-TB35 (11:35) E.Manning pass incomplete short right to M.Matthews.

2-10-TB35 (11:30) E.Manning pass short left to P.Burress pushed ob at TB 21 for 14 yards (R.Barber).

1-10-TB21 (10:59) A.Bradshaw left end to TB 15 for 6 yards (W.Allen, R.Barber).

2-4-TB15 (10:14) A.Bradshaw left guard to TB 9 for 6 yards (J.Phillips).

1-9-TB9 (9:31) A.Bradshaw left guard to TB 8 for 1 yard (R.Barber).

2-8-TB8 (8:48) A.Bradshaw up the middle to TB 4 for 4 yards (J.Phillips).

3-4-TB4 (8:08) (Shotgun) E.Manning pass short right to A.Toomer for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
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:thumbup: Jacobs did not have a single carry in the fourth quarter. The game was on the line and they benched him. Should be interesting to see if Jacobs gets the token start next week or they just give Bradshaw the full workload from the get go.

 
H.K. said:
bigmurd said:
harryhood said:
H.K. said:
Bri said:
Biabreakable said:
Wildcard playoff game:

A. Bradshaw 17 carries 66 yards

B. Jacobs 13 carries 34 yards 1TD

This is the 1st sign of Bradshaw outperforming Jacobs.

Nice call by Borbely earlier in this thread about Grant.
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It doesn't state it well though. I mean Jacobs pounded at em' and then small quick Bradshaw came in and was hard for them to deal with. We don't know if Bradshaw would have been as effective without Brandon starting things off.
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Jacobs does not deserve any credit for Bradshaw's success. None. Jacobs was not getting iyt done, so he was benched. COP RB's aren't used to put away playoff games in the second half, either. Bradshaw was far superior than Jacobs yesterday, so the coach relied on him to win the game. It's obvious Jacobs is on a very short leash.
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Easy there HK. Being a Giants fan, I love Bradshaw more than most. But he didn't really start a drive until 3 mins left in the game.He was used as a COP during the game, and yes he did finish the Toomer drive, but Bjake started that and was pulled after a 4 yard run. Maybe there is something behind the scenes but BJ playing 3.5 Q and AB playing .5 Q is not a changing of the guard.
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Are you talking about this drive? If you are you are minimalizing Bradshaw's contribution. I still think Jacobs is #1 though.1-10-NYG8 (1:40) E.Manning pass short right to M.Hedgecock to NYG 13 for 5 yards (J.Phillips).

2-5-NYG13 (:58) E.Manning pass incomplete deep right to P.Burress.

PENALTY on NYG-P.Burress, Offensive Pass Interference, 6 yards, enforced at NYG 13 - No Play.

2-11-NYG7 (:51) B.Jacobs right tackle to NYG 11 for 4 yards (G.Adams, B.Ruud).

3-7-NYG11 (:05) (Shotgun) E.Manning pass short middle to A.Toomer to NYG 22 for 11 yards (D.Brooks).

Fourth Quarter

New York Giants continued...

1-10-NYG22 (15:00) A.Bradshaw left tackle to NYG 29 for 7 yards (B.Ruud, J.Phillips).

2-3-NYG29 (14:20) E.Manning pass short right to A.Toomer to NYG 40 for 11 yards (P.Buchanon).

1-10-NYG40 (13:43) A.Bradshaw up the middle to NYG 48 for 8 yards (D.Brooks).

2-2-NYG48 (13:03) A.Bradshaw right guard to TB 46 for 6 yards (K.Pearson).

1-10-TB46 (12:22) E.Manning pass short right to K.Boss to TB 35 for 11 yards (D.Brooks, Q.Black).

1-10-TB35 (11:35) E.Manning pass incomplete short right to M.Matthews.

2-10-TB35 (11:30) E.Manning pass short left to P.Burress pushed ob at TB 21 for 14 yards (R.Barber).

1-10-TB21 (10:59) A.Bradshaw left end to TB 15 for 6 yards (W.Allen, R.Barber).

2-4-TB15 (10:14) A.Bradshaw left guard to TB 9 for 6 yards (J.Phillips).

1-9-TB9 (9:31) A.Bradshaw left guard to TB 8 for 1 yard (R.Barber).

2-8-TB8 (8:48) A.Bradshaw up the middle to TB 4 for 4 yards (J.Phillips).

3-4-TB4 (8:08) (Shotgun) E.Manning pass short right to A.Toomer for 4 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
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:cry: Jacobs did not have a single carry in the fourth quarter. The game was on the line and they benched him. Should be interesting to see if Jacobs gets the token start next week or they just give Bradshaw the full workload from the get go.
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I love Bradshaw as much as anybody and have been holding him in my dynasty league since the beginning of the year but I doubt that Coughlin will pull the ball out of Jacobs hands. This will likely be more of a Taylor/MJD type scenario.
 
How come no one is mentioning that Jacobs was suffering from cramps? This is the reason AB saw as much work as he did. Also, if ward was healthy he wouldnt have seen any work. I believe ward is the best back they got.

 
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How come no one is mentioning that Jacobs was suffering from cramps? This is the reason AB saw as much work as he did. Also, if ward was healthy he wouldnt have seen any work. I believe ward is the best back they got.
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must have been that time of the month for jacobs
 
The question for me here is, "Is Jacobs so good that Bradshaw can't take a significant number of carries from him?" I would answer that question "no".

This looks a lot to me like Jacobs will be the primary back going forward, and end up usually with 15-20 carries, with Bradshaw getting 5-10.

 
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The question for me here is, "Is Jacobs so good that Bradshaw can't take a significant number of carries from him?" I would answer that question "no". This looks a lot to me like Jacobs will be the primary back going forward, and end up usually with 15-20 carries, with Bradshaw getting 5-10.
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You haven't been in an H.K. thread before have you? He'll never let facts cloud his already-made-up opinion.
 
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The question for me here is, "Is Jacobs so good that Bradshaw can't take a significant number of carries from him?" I would answer that question "no". This looks a lot to me like Jacobs will be the primary back going forward, and end up usually with 15-20 carries, with Bradshaw getting 5-10.
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I expect Jacobs to miss as many games next year with injury as he has this year. His size makes him an easy target to hit and hit hard.
 
First, looking back at the thread, the Giants obviously scout RB's well. They lose Tiki and they have 5 guys who can step in. Droughns who has had success in the NFL is the worst of all the guys they had. They should have kept Grant and should have cut Droughns instead but the injury to their Full back I think changed their mind.

As for Bradshaw he is quick with excellent (surprisingly excellent) leg drive. His vision isn't great, but it may get a little better with more work. He is more of a north/south runner which is surprising for a guy his size.

As for the game, for some reason both teams had many guys go out with cramps. Bradshaw got the majority of carries because the Giants were in control of the game and they ran a lot later in the game. Early on TB made Eli beat them as Jacobs had no room to run. Later on, the Giants wore down the smaller and quick TB line and both runners had a little more room. Jacobs scored 2 TD's and with Bradshaw doing the job Coughlin figured to let it play out.

 
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First, looking back at the thread, the Giants obviously scout RB's well. They lose Tiki and they have 5 guys who can step in. Droughns who has had success in the NFL is the worst of all the guys they had. They should have kept Grant and should have cut Droughns instead but the injury to their Full back I think changed their mind.

As for Bradshaw he is quick with excellent (surprisingly excellent) leg drive. His vision isn't great, but it may get a little better with more work. He is more of a north/south runner which is surprising for a guy his size.

As for the game, for some reason both teams had many guys go out with cramps. Bradshaw got the majority of carries because the Giants were in control of the game and they ran a lot later in the game. Early on TB made Eli beat them as Jacobs had no room to run. Later on, the Giants wore down the smaller and quick TB line and both runners had a little more room. Jacobs scored 2 TD's and with Bradshaw doing the job Coughlin figured to let it play out.
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Funny, just about every critique I've read about Bradshaw says he has very good-to-great vision....

Id

 
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There is only one reason all of these Giant's RB's are having success. It is the O-line. One of the best run blocking units in football.

Any NFL RB can do quite well when holes are there.

 
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There is only one reason all of these Giant's RB's are having success. It is the O-line. One of the best run blocking units in football.Any NFL RB can do quite well when holes are there.
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Did the Giants change the OL when Bradshaw replaced Jacobs? Bradshaw had more than a full yard better YPC with more carries...
 
Jayrod said:
There is only one reason all of these Giant's RB's are having success. It is the O-line. One of the best run blocking units in football.

Any NFL RB can do quite well when holes are there.
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H.K. said:
Jayrod said:
There is only one reason all of these Giant's RB's are having success. It is the O-line. One of the best run blocking units in football.

Any NFL RB can do quite well when holes are there.
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Did the Giants change the OL when Bradshaw replaced Jacobs? Bradshaw had more than a full yard better YPC with more carries...
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A RB is measured by taking what the O-Line gives 'em. Ward was running well behind this line prior to his injury as well. It will be interesting to see how this plays out going into next season. I selfishly want to see Bradshaw prominently figuring into the mix. I hope that he gets more chances to show what he has in the Cowboys game.
 
munchkin said:
I love Bradshaw as much as anybody and have been holding him in my dynasty league since the beginning of the year but I doubt that Coughlin will pull the ball out of Jacobs hands. This will likely be more of a Taylor/MJD type scenario.
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Agree
 
Loke said:
redman said:
The question for me here is, "Is Jacobs so good that Bradshaw can't take a significant number of carries from him?" I would answer that question "no". This looks a lot to me like Jacobs will be the primary back going forward, and end up usually with 15-20 carries, with Bradshaw getting 5-10.
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You haven't been in an H.K. thread before have you? He'll never let facts cloud his already-made-up opinion.
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He ruins every Jacobs thread with his extreme opinions few believe and often think are fishing posts
 
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