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Why is it so clear, because he played him so much last year when he had the chance? You'd think he'd be looking for chances to get the RB he took in the 2nd round more touches.I wouldn't read to much into a few offseason remarks, of course the guy is going to talk him and Richardson up...it's all he's got.
Yes, he knows him just like he knows Aaron Stecker and Donald Brown
Of the 6 RB's Fisher has drafted in the first 3 rounds only one didn't have at least one 900 yard season (Chris Henry).
Of course I don't own Pead. I did not like him. So much so, he was the reason I aquired Richardson. Pead was drafted to compliment Jackson. Since I did not think much of him, I took flyers on the more athletic guy who I did not know much about. Richardson has already surpassed what I thought Pead could do. So, at this point I have very little regard for Pead other than I think he is Richardson's back up. I'm more concerned about whether they think Richardson can carry the load, since he too was drafted to compliment Jackdon. Similarly, I picked up Lance Ball when McGahee got hurt, because I am down on Hillman and thought he would fail.'jmo87usc said:
Pretty sure you are making my point for me ...
Would you mind elaborating on your point? Out of several posts you've made, I haven't been able to gather any useful information as to why you do or don't like Pead. With the ton of footage you've seen on him, could you give some specific reasons about his play that brought you to your conclusion. I apologize, but I don't even know if your comparing him to aaron stecker and donald brown is a good or bad thing? Thanks
I gotta call foul on this one. In how many of those years was he inheriting Steven Jackson? Sorry but the logic doesn't hold up.
No problem, sorry for the non-specifics.Ive watched Pead all through college and while he was a good if not great college player, his size/burst/vision aggregated doesnt compare to a lot of the other Big East players who have gone to the NFL and done good things if not anything.
Thanks for this. Based on the small sampling of his college footage I've seen, it does seem he has a tendency to go right for the sidelines. I liked what I saw in the Patriots game last year as far as running inside, but I don't know it that was his talent or just good blocking. He does seem to have good vision and decent lateral burst, but I can never tell for sure.I own Pead and Richardson and I'm trying to decide if I want to hang on to them as my RB2, or sell them to the highest bidder if I get any good offers. It's just been really hard to get a good read on their situation.
Watch the video of all his carries that I posted - he only went outside on three runs and those were designed pitch plays.
What has Fisher said to give any indication that he's a fan of Pead other than not play him (which some people are actually trying to use as a positive)
Not getting PT is not a positive but it doesn't matter what he says. His actions drafting him in the 2nd round speak of what he thinks about him more than his words. I find it strange that many people are so much higher on Vereen (another under-used 2nd round RB) when Pead is virtually the same player and has a much clearer path to PT. Who knows if he'll pan out but he has the opportunity.
I think you are experiencing confirmation bias. How many people are still higher on Vereen than Ridley? Not many. By your logic, Belichick still likes Vereen more. All I am saying is that once the pads went on, Richardson climbed the depth chart while Pead simply didn't. Now, neither one took over a starting role so it was only depth chart jockeying. But Richardson got a lot more carries. I think that points, at the very least, to him being more pro-ready despite coming from a small school. Is he better? I don't know if we can determine that in March. August should be interesting though. I would lean towards Richardson right now. But it isn't clear yet who will be the play here. The only thing Pead did better than Richardson last year was get drafted higher.
As to the bolded above, drafting him in the 2nd round doesn't really mean much. There have been quite a few RBs drafted in the 2nd round that were only viewed as complimentary players.Just in the last 5 years, here are some guys drafted in the 2nd round that not only weren't fantasy relevant, but were never really viewed as legit candidates for a starting job:
This.
Is Fischer really saying anything other than what is obvious? There's currently only 2 "experienced" backs on the roster, they'll be in the mix to start if nothing changes.The bolded is Rotoworld speculation which is usually not all that useful. I don't think eithe back is the favorite right now. I wouldn't be shocked either way. Personally Richardson looked far better to me, but sometimes rookie backs don't burst right out of the gate and if Pead learns to run with a little more patience and savvy instead of looking so amped up, he could take a big step.
Sounds about right...I love where whoever wrote this starts to state the obvious(show improvement in ball security and pass protection)...well if Pead needs to show improvement in two of the most fundamental skills you must have to be an NFL RB then maybe he doesn't have quite the upside this writer is indicating. It's a poor snippet and very ripe for off season bs or as I like to call it the NFL Enquirer.
So basically he was beaten out by Jackson and Richardson last year - but now everyone expects him to leapfrog Richardson? On what basis?Sure he'll get a chance to compete - just like he had a chance to compete for the back-up slot last year. We'll see who has the better off-season.
Total coach speak to keep the guy motivated. I believe that Pead is the better back, but I think this is crap.
Richardson my not have elite speed, but let's not discount his other numbers: http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=103541&draftyear=2012&genpos=RB11'3" Broad Jump'gianmarco said:
LeSean McCoyhttp://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=70862&draftyear=2009&genpos=rb
Portis - 204, 4.42Westbrook - 200, 4.57Bush - 201, 4.38Charles - 200, 4.38McCoy - 204, 4.50With the exception of Bush they were all 2nd or 3rd round picks.
The bolded is simply untrue. The vast majority of the time Richardson goes down easily. He does not move the pile, it looks like he hits a brick wall when he hits the pile. He may have broken a few arm tackles, but is often brought down with arm tackles. He is very sudden, so sometimes he catches defenders off balance and gains an extra yard or two after contact, but that has nothing to do with power.I am a Rams fan, I like Richardson. He is nothing more than a change of pace or 1/3 of the load committee guy, or emergency starter in a pinch. He can run through holes like a son-of-a-gun, but contact is his kryptonite.
These guys are still all over 200 lbs. I know it seems silly to quibble about a couple pounds here or there, but if it wasn't that big of a deal, we'd see more guys under 200 lbs where it mattered.As for Ray Rice, his combine weight was under 200 lbs, but he is currently listed at 212 lbs and he certainly looks like he is easily over 200 lbs, if not at that actual 212 lbs. There is no way he's under 200 lbs.
Steve Slaton. Was 197 at the Combine. Had a pretty good rookie year. He bulked up his second season. Currently listed anywhere from 208 to 215.http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=57359&draftyear=2008&genpos=RB'gianmarco said:
If Pead can bulk up and get over 200 lbs, I would likely change my tune with him. We often hear reports of RBs adding weight during the offseason in preparation for a heavier role. It's still early, but so far no reports of that.
I think Stacy is now the best back on the team... not to mention the most complete.
No idea, but this is an interesting interview
Interesting story. Thanks for the link. Sounds like he's eaten his share of humble pie and has a bit of sand in his crack / chip on the shoulder. I like that in a football player... Guys with something to prove.
