Christine Michael (4 Viewers)

[Sabertooth]

Why would they have to cut someone? They can carry 4 easy. Rawls and Rod Smith are the backups, I would think they would be the ones to go.

The reason why is because Seattle still employs a FB so they are already keeping 4 if you include either Derrick Coleman or Will Tukuafu. I suppose they could go FB-less but that doesn't seem to be their style. But signing Fred Jackson would certainly mean Rawls and Rod Smith are gone and likely means they have a Turbin or Michael trade lined up.

Why would a team trade for a player who is going to be cut?

 

[Apple Juice]

Obviously if he gets cut he'll be picked up by somebody. Yeah, you can easily look at him as a lost cause at this point. But he will get picked up. As a dynasty owner, which I'm sure many of the people who still come in thread are, I'm giving it one training camp or season with another team.

Knuckleheads often flame out but sometimes they don't. Talent does prevail if it equates to big plays. He's been in the doghouse in Seattle since he got there, and while he probably deserves it, a fresh start could afford him another chance to get it right.

 

[BigSteelThrill]

Why would they have to cut someone? They can carry 4 easy. Rawls and Rod Smith are the backups, I would think they would be the ones to go.

The reason why is because Seattle still employs a FB so they are already keeping 4 if you include either Derrick Coleman or Will Tukuafu. I suppose they could go FB-less but that doesn't seem to be their style. But signing Fred Jackson would certainly mean Rawls and Rod Smith are gone and likely means they have a Turbin or Michael trade lined up.

Why would a team trade for a player who is going to be cut?

Because they are low on the NFLs waiver wire priority list and think he will get claimed by another team? just sayin'.

 

[EBF]

Why would you ever combine preseason statistics with regular season statistics? They are entirely different animals.

You don't have to, but Michael only has 52 regular season carries so far. Most of his NFL work has been in the preseason. So basically if you're looking to assess his NFL performance thus far and you want more than 2-3 games worth of volume, you might want to expand the sample to "all carries in a professional game" rather than just "all regular season carries."

That being said, his regular season YPC is 4.9. He has performed well when given opportunities in the NFL. A lot of his skeptics emphasize the negatives (i.e. "If he's so good, why is he stuck behind Turbin?"), but they perhaps don't lend enough weight to the positives. And I would say this is a pretty big one. When Michael gets carries, he almost always looks good, produces, and makes things happen.

 

[identikit]

The coaches disagree.

 

[EBF]

EBF your are a relentless pimp.

That's one way to look at it. Really, I just have opinions. Sometimes those opinions don't align with what other people believe. If you've been intrigued by Michael since before the draft, I don't see why you should suddenly be downgrading him. This is one of the things that I find very interesting about his recent drop in the consensus dynasty rankings. I'd ask this question: What has changed from this time last season to warrant a downgrade?

I would argue that not much has really changed. He still hasn't beaten out Lynch, but that was never going to happen. You could argue that he's still behind Turbin, but he was "behind" him in his rookie year and last preseason too. He's a year older, but that alone probably doesn't warrant a massive drop in the rankings. Not when he still has a significant portion of his prime remaining. So why exactly did people suddenly decide to downgrade him? He actually got more playing time and had a higher YPC last season than in his rookie year.

If you are someone who has been a pretty stable believer in his skills, it looks strange and unwarranted to see this sudden drop. It basically looks as though people lost patience, got bored, and arbitrarily decided to move him down. Certainly there was no widespread expectation last year that he was going to beat out Lynch and carve out a big role in the offense, so I don't know what people were hoping to see from him that he didn't provide.

I'd also point out that, despite the particulars of the depth chart, Seattle has made a point to get him snaps with Russell Wilson under center in each of the past two preseasons. This doesn't jive with the idea that they've given up on him, but instead suggests that they have some active interest in developing a chemistry between the two so that Michael is ready to step in with the first team offense if needed.

If he eventually gets an opportunity to start (whether in Seattle or elsewhere) and performs pretty well then hindsight will suggest that I wasn't a stubborn fool in denial, but rather that I made a pretty decent initial assessment on him and stuck with it when others were abandoning ship for dubious reasons. On that note, after seeing that shocking RB50 ranking on DLF I went out and offered random future 2nds for Michael in two of my leagues. Both owners (who tend to do well and are also FF writers on the side) turned me down, so I know I'm not on an island here. A lot of other people are just sitting back and patiently waiting for his chance, thinking that he has a good chance to seize it when the moment arrives.

 

[Dinsy Ejotuz]

I'm pretty stubborn with my rating of a player, but you take it to another level EBF. I think there's enough smoke around Michael now that you have to think there's a fire somewhere. I'm not selling or anything, but if I did rankings he'd be downgraded pretty significantly at this point.

 

[EBF]

I'm pretty stubborn with my rating of a player, but you take it to another level EBF. I think there's enough smoke around Michael now that you have to think there's a fire somewhere. I'm not selling or anything, but if I did rankings he'd be downgraded pretty significantly at this point.

He'd be lower for me too, but it's all relative. If I had him as a top 15 RB in the past and I still have him as a top 25-30, I've downgraded him significantly and yet I'm still higher on him than most. I think the "smoke" is mainly that he's a space cadet mentally and that coaches don't trust the finer points of his game or professionalism (must be why Sumlin started Ben Malena ahead of him at A&M), but the big sticking point is that ultimately when he's on the field he still makes plays and shows a rare level of pure running talent.

 

[Mister CIA]

he hate me...he hate me not...he hate me...he hate me not...he hate me...

 

[Dr. Octopus]

So now we know Turbin is dealing with a High Ankle Sprain.

Am I being a Debbie Downer by reading the tea leaves and thinking they must really not have much confidence in Michael if they would rather get another RB off the street than simply promote Michael to #2 for a few weeks?

I think it will be more than a "few weeks". A significant high ankle sprain that is showing up in the MRI will put him out for a pretty lengthy amount of time IMO (4 to 6 weeks).

I am expecting they put Turbin on PUP.

They can't. He has practiced and played in the preseason.

 

[Shanahanigans]

Next season people like EBF will use the same argument, "It's only because Lynch is so good, and Turbin plays special teams that Michael is inactive every week. He'll still be a stud when he gets his chance." Hell, they'll probably say the same thing if the Seahawks keep Lynch through 2015, "2016 is the year!" If he is such a game changer you really think the Seahawks wouldn't have found a way to get him on the field, or at least activated him in case of injury?

It came true!

 

[BobbyLayne]

This thread makes my sides hurt.

 

[GoodLloydHaveMercy]

I don't know what he scored on the wonderlic but Im guessing he would give Frank Gore a run for his money.

What do you mean?

I don't know.

Exactly

This post didn't get near enough love... Well Don bostonfred

Well done

 

[jurb26]

Amazingly, this thread may have more pages than CM ends up with career carries.

 

[biju]

Amazingly, this thread may have more pages than CM ends up with career carries.

I think at this rate, there will be more people who use this joke than he has carries.

 

[jurb26]

Amazingly, this thread may have more pages than CM ends up with career carries.

I think at this rate, there will be more people who use this joke than he has carries.

Its not a joke at this point. It's a fact.

 

[Sabertooth]

So when he gets cut and Dallas claims him does the internet explode?

 

[biju]

Amazingly, this thread may have more pages than CM ends up with career carries.

I think at this rate, there will be more people who use this joke than he has carries.

Its not a joke at this point. It's a fact.

Yeah, and I'm being serious too. And just so you're super clear, that joke was perhaps clever 40 pages ago but certainly has lost some zing now being on its 10th or so trip to this thread.

 

[jurb26]

Amazingly, this thread may have more pages than CM ends up with career carries.

I think at this rate, there will be more people who use this joke than he has carries.

Its not a joke at this point. It's a fact.

Yeah, and I'm being serious too. And just so you're super clear, that joke was perhaps clever 40 pages ago but certainly has lost some zing now being on its 10th or so trip to this thread.

I don't find it funny. I find it sad. It wasn't supposed to be a joke.

 

[EBF]

Next season people like EBF will use the same argument, "It's only because Lynch is so good, and Turbin plays special teams that Michael is inactive every week. He'll still be a stud when he gets his chance." Hell, they'll probably say the same thing if the Seahawks keep Lynch through 2015, "2016 is the year!" If he is such a game changer you really think the Seahawks wouldn't have found a way to get him on the field, or at least activated him in case of injury?

It came true!

He actually did play more last season. 10 active games compared with just 4 in 2013.

Even the most optimistic Michael fans have been reluctant to predict that he'll surpass Lynch and have instead pinned their hopes to the idea that he'll thrive when Lynch is gone or when he's on a new team. Lynch is not gone and Michael hasn't switched teams yet, so there hasn't been a chance to get a yes/no answer on whether or not he will thrive in that scenario. People are looking to play the "I told you so" card, but the game hasn't really been played yet. 2-3 years from now if Michael has been given a chance and flopped (i.e. Ben Tate) or has simply faded into total obscurity (i.e. Bernard Pierce), the idea that he's a zero will obviously be a lot more credible. For now it's as speculative as saying he's a surefire star.

I can see why the Turbin thing and the Twitter rumors frighten some people, but at the same time it must be said that Lynch playing at a near MVP level is a virtually insurmountable obstacle. His presence on the roster soaks up almost all of the short-term opportunity. Predicting a status quo in this case is about as bold as predicting that Peterson will relegate McKinnon to irrelevance for as long as he's near 100% of his peak. It doesn't necessarily say anything about the backup's quality. It's just common sense. When you have an insanely good starter, there's little incentive to play the backup. In these cases the backup's lack of playing time provides very little information about his skill set. Then once the player finally gets his opportunity you start to learn for sure whether he's an Aaron Rodgers or a Ryan Mallett.

 

[treat88]

Agreed.

Michael may very well never amount to anything in the NFL, but at this point, I just don't see how anyone has decided that.

Lynch has become the offensive identity of that Seahawk franchise. There has never been any question, regardless of the talent behind him, that the Seattle FO would let him walk.

Turbin has been more trusted in pass pro, which in turn leads to not defining run vs pass plays by personnel, and has played as the CoP and occasional 3rd down back because of that. I don't think it's a particular knock on Michaels running skills to say he didn't pass Turbin as the CoP guy. Til he is adequate in pass pro, they would be tipping their hand anytime he's in the game. Apparently he's progressing in this facet of the game.

I guess I just don't understand how folks have decided that Michael has defined himself either way with such a small NFL sample size. In that small sample size, he's flashed enough to make me think there is something there if the opportunity ever arises.

 

[humpback]

He actually did play more last season. 10 active games compared with just 4 in 2013.

Even the most optimistic Michael fans have been reluctant to predict that he'll surpass Lynch and have instead pinned their hopes to the idea that he'll thrive when Lynch is gone or when he's on a new team. Lynch is not gone and Michael hasn't switched teams yet, so there hasn't been a chance to get a yes/no answer on whether or not he will thrive in that scenario. People are looking to play the "I told you so" card, but the game hasn't really been played yet. 2-3 years from now if Michael has been given a chance and flopped (i.e. Ben Tate) or has simply faded into total obscurity (i.e. Bernard Pierce), the idea that he's a zero will obviously be a lot more credible. For now it's as speculative as saying he's a surefire star.

I can see why the Turbin thing and the Twitter rumors frighten some people, but at the same time it must be said that Lynch playing at a near MVP level is a virtually insurmountable obstacle. His presence on the roster soaks up almost all of the short-term opportunity. Predicting a status quo in this case is about as bold as predicting that Peterson will relegate McKinnon to irrelevance for as long as he's near 100% of his peak. It doesn't necessarily say anything about the backup's quality. It's just common sense. When you have an insanely good starter, there's little incentive to play the backup. In these cases the backup's lack of playing time provides very little information about his skill set. Then once the player finally gets his opportunity you start to learn for sure whether he's an Aaron Rodgers or a Ryan Mallett.

Is this the Turbin thread?

 

[Outlaw Spades]

I still see many Seattle fans talk about the day Lynch steps aside and CMike takes over. It does get hard to keep carrying a guy when he is buried behind Lynch. I guess we'll see if anything happens when the final cuts come in. If he does get traded to Dallas or something I think the internet does explode!!

Life in fantasy does change fast though. After playing for 30+ years I don't know how many times I thought my backfield was set only to have them fall apart.

 

[biju]

Amazingly, this thread may have more pages than CM ends up with career carries.

I think at this rate, there will be more people who use this joke than he has carries.

Its not a joke at this point. It's a fact.

Yeah, and I'm being serious too. And just so you're super clear, that joke was perhaps clever 40 pages ago but certainly has lost some zing now being on its 10th or so trip to this thread.

I don't find it funny. I find it sad. It wasn't supposed to be a joke.

What's sad is the thought that this is still funny.

 

[Shanahanigans]

Next season people like EBF will use the same argument, "It's only because Lynch is so good, and Turbin plays special teams that Michael is inactive every week. He'll still be a stud when he gets his chance." Hell, they'll probably say the same thing if the Seahawks keep Lynch through 2015, "2016 is the year!" If he is such a game changer you really think the Seahawks wouldn't have found a way to get him on the field, or at least activated him in case of injury?

It came true!

He actually did play more last season. 10 active games compared with just 4 in 2013.

Even the most optimistic Michael fans have been reluctant to predict that he'll surpass Lynch and have instead pinned their hopes to the idea that he'll thrive when Lynch is gone or when he's on a new team. Lynch is not gone and Michael hasn't switched teams yet, so there hasn't been a chance to get a yes/no answer on whether or not he will thrive in that scenario. People are looking to play the "I told you so" card, but the game hasn't really been played yet. 2-3 years from now if Michael has been given a chance and flopped (i.e. Ben Tate) or has simply faded into total obscurity (i.e. Bernard Pierce), the idea that he's a zero will obviously be a lot more credible. For now it's as speculative as saying he's a surefire star.

I would argue that there is far more evidence that he will flop than he will be a surefire star, which makes the latter far more speculative.

 

[valhallan]

Spent 52 overall in a startup last year on CMike. At this point I desperately want a Chester Taylor / Ben Tate trade high situation.

 

[Sabertooth]

Agreed.

Michael may very well never amount to anything in the NFL, but at this point, I just don't see how anyone has decided that.

Lynch has become the offensive identity of that Seahawk franchise. There has never been any question, regardless of the talent behind him, that the Seattle FO would let him walk.

Turbin has been more trusted in pass pro, which in turn leads to not defining run vs pass plays by personnel, and has played as the CoP and occasional 3rd down back because of that. I don't think it's a particular knock on Michaels running skills to say he didn't pass Turbin as the CoP guy. Til he is adequate in pass pro, they would be tipping their hand anytime he's in the game. Apparently he's progressing in this facet of the game.

I guess I just don't understand how folks have decided that Michael has defined himself either way with such a small NFL sample size. In that small sample size, he's flashed enough to make me think there is something there if the opportunity ever arises.

Hindsight is 20/20

 

[Shutout]

I don't mind holding Michael at this point.

When people say today it's over" and all that, it's just being impatient and it is easy to do when you can keep saying he's stuck behind Lynch. If it were DeMarco Murray, he would be stuck behind Lynch. A LOT of people would be stuck behind Lynch. But you know what, It was only a handful of years ago that Lynch was stuck behind FJAX (and Travis Henry or McGahee was it?).

People should realize that not all NFL teams are built the same and the good ones generally have more patience than the average FF guy. Scenery means A LOT to a rb. A typical RB, let's call him Thomas Jones, can play on a bad team and look terrible and then go somewhere else and look great. Lynch, himself, look good, not great in Buffalo and then became one of the elites in Seattle.

Just because a player is blocked by an amazing talent doesn't mean that player himself is not good. How long did Aaron Rodgers sit behind Brett Favre? As a matter of fact, that is how I got Aaron Rodgers on a dynasty team. Some guy got tired of holding him for multiple years and dumped him.

But even with Lynch, as it was with Favre, the end WILL come sooner than you think and it can come fast.

 

[Dr. Octopus]

So when he gets cut and Dallas claims him does the internet explode?

Obviously people would get very excited, but it's not even a given that Dallas would pick him up if he was waived. For some reason they seem content with what they have, and to be honest with the nature of their team they may be better off signing an all around veteran like Ahmad Bradshaw, Pierre Thomas or Fred Jackson as depth - and I don't mean that as a knock on Michael.

 

[Shutout]

So when he gets cut and Dallas claims him does the internet explode?

Obviously people would get very excited, but it's not even a given that Dallas would pick him up if he was waived. For some reason they seem content with what they have, and to be honest with the nature of their team they may be better off signing an all around veteran like Ahmad Bradshaw, Pierre Thomas or Fred Jackson as depth - and I don't mean that as a knock on Michael.

IMO, they should snatch up FJAX right now. He would be good for their team or any team (even the one that cut him).

But IF Michael were released, I'd definitely think Dallas would be a team that would give him a look because they know him well I assume (from where Michael played) and, if nothing else, this IS a team that picked up Seastrunk, Ryan Williams, and DMAC. It apparently doesn't have to take a lot to get the Cowboys interested.

Jerry Jones Loves Adrian Peterson (who doesn't) and one of the things sometimes said about Michael is that he's got a little of that Peterson style to him. I could definitely see a signing if it occurred and, who knows, behind that line, maybe Michael becomes to Dallas what Lynch became when he got to Seattle.

 

[Milkman]

Michael would smash behind Dallas's OL.

 

[treat88]

Agreed.

Michael may very well never amount to anything in the NFL, but at this point, I just don't see how anyone has decided that.

Lynch has become the offensive identity of that Seahawk franchise. There has never been any question, regardless of the talent behind him, that the Seattle FO would let him walk.

Turbin has been more trusted in pass pro, which in turn leads to not defining run vs pass plays by personnel, and has played as the CoP and occasional 3rd down back because of that. I don't think it's a particular knock on Michaels running skills to say he didn't pass Turbin as the CoP guy. Til he is adequate in pass pro, they would be tipping their hand anytime he's in the game. Apparently he's progressing in this facet of the game.

I guess I just don't understand how folks have decided that Michael has defined himself either way with such a small NFL sample size. In that small sample size, he's flashed enough to make me think there is something there if the opportunity ever arises.

Hindsight is 20/20

Could be.

Based on how it evolved tho, I don't think them retaining Lynch is any type of comment on Michael.

 

[Freelove]

Michael would smash behind Dallas's OL.

There is absolutely no way Dallas could ever put this kid in the game with Romo.

 

[Milkman]

Michael would smash behind Dallas's OL.

There is absolutely no way Dallas could ever put this kid in the game with Romo.

He seems to have improved his pass protection. I agree with you if he's still bad though.

 

[Sabertooth]

So when he gets cut and Dallas claims him does the internet explode?

Obviously people would get very excited, but it's not even a given that Dallas would pick him up if he was waived. For some reason they seem content with what they have, and to be honest with the nature of their team they may be better off signing an all around veteran like Ahmad Bradshaw, Pierre Thomas or Fred Jackson as depth - and I don't mean that as a knock on Michael.

Look, I'm fantasizing. Why do you always have to ruin everything?

 

[fridayfrenzy]

So now we know Turbin is dealing with a High Ankle Sprain.

Am I being a Debbie Downer by reading the tea leaves and thinking they must really not have much confidence in Michael if they would rather get another RB off the street than simply promote Michael to #2 for a few weeks?

I think it will be more than a "few weeks". A significant high ankle sprain that is showing up in the MRI will put him out for a pretty lengthy amount of time IMO (4 to 6 weeks).

I am expecting they put Turbin on PUP.

They can't. He has practiced and played in the preseason.

I learned something.

Perhaps it is the IR with designation to return for Turbin then. I don't see why the Seahawks would bring in F-Jax if they are planning to have Turbin count on the 53 man roster while he's hurt.

 

[biju]

So now we know Turbin is dealing with a High Ankle Sprain.

Am I being a Debbie Downer by reading the tea leaves and thinking they must really not have much confidence in Michael if they would rather get another RB off the street than simply promote Michael to #2 for a few weeks?

I think it will be more than a "few weeks". A significant high ankle sprain that is showing up in the MRI will put him out for a pretty lengthy amount of time IMO (4 to 6 weeks).

I am expecting they put Turbin on PUP.

They can't. He has practiced and played in the preseason.

I learned something.

Perhaps it is the IR with designation to return for Turbin then. I don't see why the Seahawks would bring in F-Jax if they are planning to have Turbin count on the 53 man roster while he's hurt.

I suspect this is what the FO have been secretly waiting for with Michael--give him a window of opportunity and see how he reacts. They've been trying to get him on the active roster for two years now so this just gives them an excuse more than anything. But if week 1 rolls around and this kid ####s the bed, don't count out a 9/14 signing of F-Jax with a quick dismissal/trade of Michael.

 

[Freelove]

Michael would smash behind Dallas's OL.

There is absolutely no way Dallas could ever put this kid in the game with Romo.

He seems to have improved his pass protection. I agree with you if he's still bad though.

When a dud in pass protection gets "better," you can maybe stomach it in limited doses if your QB is young, athletic, and nimble with no history of nearly career-ending injury. You can't if your QB is Romo.

 

[Faust]

Rotoworld:

Christine Michael - RB - Seahawks

Christine Michael rushed eight times for 39 yards in Thursday's preseason finale.

With Marshawn Lynch and Robert Turbin (ankle) sitting, Michael got the start, taking a handoff from Russell Wilson on the first play of the game. He ran well ahead of UDFA Thomas Rawls, and is clearly locked in as Seattle's No. 3 runner. The talented but inconsistent third-year back closes the book on the exhibition season with 32 carries for 118 yards (3.68 YPC). With Turbin highly questionable for the opener, Michael could get a golden opportunity to make an impression as Lynch's backup.

Sep 4 - 12:36 AM

 

[EBF]

Here is a nice run from Michael tonight:

http://streamable.com/vujy

If only his fashion sense were as good as his running ability:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/COBs4ldUAAAug6S.png

I think that combo just about sums up the wonder that is C-Mike. Undeniable talent paired with the mind of a child.

BTW the Seahawks seem to have an interesting player in Rawls. I really don't see him as an obvious NFL starter in the future nor do I think they're likely to move one of Turbin/Michael for him, but he appears to be a solid upgrade at RB3 over a lot of the fodder in the league. If they cut him, I'm not sure he makes it to the practice squad. Puts them in an interesting bind. We shall see.

 

[EBF]

Just got done watching all of his carries from tonight. He looked good in this game. For a big back, he really has some light feed and noticeable burst. There were a few times when he was able to beat the defense to the corner and run for good yardage. Then you'd notice on the replay that he was holding the ball in the wrong hand. Ehhh...not sure how much his coaches will hate him for stuff like that. It might be frustrating for them, but he runs like he's shot out of a cannon and that will always be hard to overlook.

 

[identikit]

Rawls looked better.

 

[mbuehner]

Here is a nice run from Michael tonight:

http://streamable.com/vujy

If only his fashion sense were as good as his running ability:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/COBs4ldUAAAug6S.png

I think that combo just about sums up the wonder that is C-Mike. Undeniable talent paired with the mind of a child.

BTW the Seahawks seem to have an interesting player in Rawls. I really don't see him as an obvious NFL starter in the future nor do I think they're likely to move one of Turbin/Michael for him, but he appears to be a solid upgrade at RB3 over a lot of the fodder in the league. If they cut him, I'm not sure he makes it to the practice squad. Puts them in an interesting bind. We shall see.

Look at the size of that hole! CM didnt see a Raider until he was 5 yards past the LOS, no exaggeration. Raiders...

 

[zamboni]

Rawls looked better.

You're gonna miss his running.

 

[mikmak8902]

Here is a nice run from Michael tonight:

http://streamable.com/vujy

If only his fashion sense were as good as his running ability:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/COBs4ldUAAAug6S.png

I think that combo just about sums up the wonder that is C-Mike. Undeniable talent paired with the mind of a child.

BTW the Seahawks seem to have an interesting player in Rawls. I really don't see him as an obvious NFL starter in the future nor do I think they're likely to move one of Turbin/Michael for him, but he appears to be a solid upgrade at RB3 over a lot of the fodder in the league. If they cut him, I'm not sure he makes it to the practice squad. Puts them in an interesting bind. We shall see.

Look at the size of that hole! CM didnt see a Raider until he was 5 yards past the LOS, no exaggeration. Raiders...

yeah ... giant hole. However, the point is the guy has great lateral quickness and serious burst. It's fairly obvious from watching that clip. Of course, that's not what's keeping him out of the starting lineup. The issue is a Hall of Fame starter in front of him and the fact that he's got nothing but concrete between his ears.

 

[Ditka Butkus]

Here is a nice run from Michael tonight:

http://streamable.com/vujy

If only his fashion sense were as good as his running ability:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/COBs4ldUAAAug6S.png

I think that combo just about sums up the wonder that is C-Mike. Undeniable talent paired with the mind of a child.

BTW the Seahawks seem to have an interesting player in Rawls. I really don't see him as an obvious NFL starter in the future nor do I think they're likely to move one of Turbin/Michael for him, but he appears to be a solid upgrade at RB3 over a lot of the fodder in the league. If they cut him, I'm not sure he makes it to the practice squad. Puts them in an interesting bind. We shall see.

Look at the size of that hole! CM didnt see a Raider until he was 5 yards past the LOS, no exaggeration. Raiders...

yeah ... giant hole. However, the point is the guy has great lateral quickness and serious burst. It's fairly obvious from watching that clip. Of course, that's not what's keeping him out of the starting lineup. The issue is a Hall of Fame starter in front of him and the fact that he's got nothing but concrete between his ears.

You would think this would be a bonus. Hell maybe he doesn't even need a helmet.

 

[ROYALWITCHEESE]

Here is a nice run from Michael tonight:

http://streamable.com/vujy

If only his fashion sense were as good as his running ability:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/COBs4ldUAAAug6S.png

I think that combo just about sums up the wonder that is C-Mike. Undeniable talent paired with the mind of a child.

BTW the Seahawks seem to have an interesting player in Rawls. I really don't see him as an obvious NFL starter in the future nor do I think they're likely to move one of Turbin/Michael for him, but he appears to be a solid upgrade at RB3 over a lot of the fodder in the league. If they cut him, I'm not sure he makes it to the practice squad. Puts them in an interesting bind. We shall see.

TWO designer watches? This guy is an idiot.

 

[Dr. Octopus]

Here is a nice run from Michael tonight:

http://streamable.com/vujy

If only his fashion sense were as good as his running ability:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/COBs4ldUAAAug6S.png

I think that combo just about sums up the wonder that is C-Mike. Undeniable talent paired with the mind of a child.

BTW the Seahawks seem to have an interesting player in Rawls. I really don't see him as an obvious NFL starter in the future nor do I think they're likely to move one of Turbin/Michael for him, but he appears to be a solid upgrade at RB3 over a lot of the fodder in the league. If they cut him, I'm not sure he makes it to the practice squad. Puts them in an interesting bind. We shall see.

Look at the size of that hole! CM didnt see a Raider until he was 5 yards past the LOS, no exaggeration. Raiders...

He showed nice vision to cut it back inside after the hole led him outside around the first defender and some nice footwork once he took it inside and ended the run by putting his head down and moving forward. It was a good run - and I'm not a fan-boy.

 

[ex-ghost]

Listening to local radio, must speculate that Michael will be cut or moved.

 

[seahawk 17]

Listening to local radio, must speculate that Michael will be cut or moved.

I agree. Local sports stating that Turbin is in a walking boot. Michael is gone, Rawls will stay, Jackson will be signed Monday. Again just speculation at this point. Except for the Turbin portion.