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Lache Seastrunk - RB - Baylor (3 Viewers)
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mikmak8902
Footballguy
ugh
3C's
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mikmak8902
Footballguy
http://247sports.com/Bolt/Report-Cowboys-to-release-RB-Synjyn-Days-sign-Lache-Seastrunk-37652833
Well, as long as they don't spend any money on him, I don't have a problem with him sitting on the bench.
Well, as long as they don't spend any money on him, I don't have a problem with him sitting on the bench.
3C's
Footballguy
loose circuits
Footballguy
paid about 40% of my free agent money for this guy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gT8yGd1I6vs
Has me drooling over what he could do behind Dallas OL. Hate to be in that room with him and Randle though...
Has me drooling over what he could do behind Dallas OL. Hate to be in that room with him and Randle though...
Sabertooth
Footballguy
Justin Forsett disagrees. Just sayin.
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If he couldn't beat out the Redskin's 3rd string backs, he can't beat out anyone.
ConnSKINS26
Footballguy
He definitely is a long shot.
But in Washington, he didn't play ST's and wasn't a consistent passing down contributor, so he basically had no shot at the roster. We already had Morris and Redd as better early down options.
Dr. Octopus
Footballguy
Justin Forsett actually stuck on NFL rosters along the way. He's a journeyman. Seastrunk, right now, is a "never was". I liked Seastrunk as a prospect a lot, but the guy fell to the sixth round of the NFL draft and is on his fourth team already in only his second NFL season. He's a long shot to say the least. Obviously he's in a landing spot where he can potentially make some noise if he impresses though.
pyite76
Footballguy
Forsett has actually played in many games with a few different teams while Seastrunk hasn't played yet in a real game. Tough to compare the two, but on the surface I guess I could see your reasoning for comapring the two.
Sabertooth
Footballguy
Yeah obviously. But to say journeyman never arrive is just not true. No two players are the same. Sixth round picks might have a different journey in the NFL. I'm not saying Seastrunk will or won't stick, just that not everyone comes out of the gates like Jeremy Hill.
This doesn't quite make sense. Seemingly they had that in synyjyn days. unless, he was hurt which im unaware of.
Dr. Octopus
Footballguy
I own Seastrunk in two leagues - took fliers on him during end of the season waiver runs - so I'd love for him to grab the Dallas job and run away with it, However the truth of the matter is that three teams (all of which have pretty poor RB depth) have released him already. That doesn't speak well for him.
Sure, "anything can happen" and sometimes what you least expect does, but the odds are stacked against him and the fact that he has bounced around the league so much is very relevant to a discussion on him.
dickey moe
Fingerpicker
loose circuits
Footballguy
athletic traits + opportunity = enough of a chance for me. He gets a crack and he can run away with the job...is it probable no, but it is possible
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socrates
Footballguy
I think that is all you can ask for right now . . . the opportunity to showcase his talents. Many a "camp body' has risen to the occasion.
HIS PATH:
Seastrunk's decision to transfer from the RB-rich Oregon program seemingly paid off. He was electrifying at times at Baylor. I was surprised he fell so far in the draft, especially after he seemed to answer some critics with a solid showing at the combine. I thought the Redskins got a sixth-round steal. Seastrunk never really got a fair shot at Washington. He was the final back in the rotation, but when he got his opportunities, he showed big play potential, displaying his trademark speed and burst. Those final roster spots are undoubtedly precious, and teams must make tough choices based on special teams contributions, pass protection, situational abilities, etc, and Seastrunk is a project. A brief stint on Carolina's practice squad really did not tell us much. The Panthers were RB-needy, true, but they were RB-now needy, and Tauren Poole, who was familiar with the system, was a better emergency RB choice for the Panthers. I was excited when Tennessee signed Seastrunk to their practice squad. It was a bit of a surprise when the Titans released Seastrunk and Dontay Moch, but that is life in the NFL.
I am not certain we can read too much into Seastrunk's rocky path to the Cowboys. I have never gotten the feeling Seastrunk is a bad teammate or a lockerroom cancer. He is reportedly a hard-working kid. Perhaps a Texas homecoming is precisely what Seastrunk needs. If he gets an opportunity to showcase his freakish natural talent, I believe good things can happen for him.
Seastrunk is not yet NFL ready, but with some seasoning and proper coaching, I still believe he could be a star in the league.
Sabertooth
Footballguy
cstu
Footballguy
My hope is that when he's cut by the Cowboys we don't have to hear about him ever again.
STEADYMOBBIN 22
Footballguy
I watched his highlight reel and came away really impressed with his ability to get caught from behind and get tackled easily.
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socrates
Footballguy
You and I see something different. That is part of what makes this hobby fun.
I will concede that while Seastrunk has excellent strength and a low center of gravity, he can run a bit chaotic at times and his balance is not always the best. However, his speed is elite.
I see a lot of elements of LeSean McCoy to his game, in terms of athletic ability and creativity, the latter of which can be a double-edged sword. There are a number of aspects of Seastrunk's game which need much refining, but if a patient coaching staff is afforded the opportunity to mold and develop Seastrunk's game, they could uncover a hidden gem. Whether that will ever happen remains to be seen.
socrates
Footballguy
I have never heard anything specific regarding character issues, but you start to wonder what there is with him. What have you heard?
socrates
Footballguy
Ok, I gotta admit that is a bit creepy . . . but is that the only dirt that has been uncovered on this guy? Are there some coachability concerns or character issues scaring teams away? I have heard nothing like that.
dickey moe
Fingerpicker
All the better to stiff-arm fools with.
floods
Footballguy
"Beats to the tune of his own drum and can be susceptible to hanger-ons."From his 2014 draft profile. Nothing specific regarding character, but not something you would usually hear about a strong "team" guy.
gianmarco
Footballguy
If you read the previous page, I highly doubt this is about his talent and moreso about him personally. This quote helps even though nothing has been specifically said publicly. Again, you don't blow up a combine and have the college production and multiple NFL writers tout you as a high level prospect and bounce out of the league this quickly without some character concerns (on or off the field).
loose circuits
Footballguy
this is likely. I'm hoping he has been humbled with each release
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Footballguy
loose circuits
Footballguy
good thing that a human can change. Guess you are of the fixed mindset. I prefer to believe people can change and mistakes are an opportunity to learn (growth mindset).On a side note, if you lean that way You should read carol dweck's book on this type of attitude
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Bojang0301
Omar4Heisman
Why even come to post this? Thanks for nothing dude. His personality is only a multitude of things that keeps him on or off a roster. TO, Moss and many of others have been allowed to play in the league. His 4 trips around the league is frustrating given the perspective many had on him last offseason heading into the draft, some even paying a high price. That being said guys like James Wilder haven't had four shots at sticking to a team so there is athleticism there to draw teams attention. In deep dynasty's you have to at least throw this guy at the wall and see if he sticks. The Cowboys OL is arguably the best in the league. Lesser talents have done a lot more when given an opportunity like this. Ultimately, yes, it will come down to his work ethic and growth in the passing game and maybe growth as a person but it's not like people haven't transformed from within the game before.
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Casting Couch
Footballguy
He should be on everyone's off-season roster. This kid has the tools, and the Cowboy backfield is a dopeshow.
Grab with both hands.
loose circuits
Footballguy
Both Williams and McFadden gimpy, leaves plenty of reps for Seastrunk
Braktastic
Footballguy
Indeed. Here are the three key words you need to remember from this thread: "Titans waived him...". The Titans. Waived him.
There are worse lottery tickets out there. No one's saying it's going to happen, but it's a pretty ideal situation for him to be in right now...
hankey2mlh
Footballguy
Dallas' coaching staff is known for giving players a chance, regardless of draft status, off-field incidents or whatever. Rolando McClain had already been labeled as huge first round bust, was even cut by the Raiders and then retired after a short stint with the Ravens. The Cowboyd acquired him and he started to blossom and be a team leader. Obviously Garrett has a knack for players with "character concerns" (McClain, G.Hardy, L.Collins, R.Gregory, D.Bryant...), although there haven't been any reports about possible off-field issues by Seastrunk. Who knows. Maybe Seastrunk's game just needs some refinement... If Seastrunk can impress the coaching staff in training camp, he's got a good shot to at least make the roster. Especially with McFadden and R.Williams already nursing injuries. And keep in mind that J.Randle and L.Dunbar were reported to be on roster bubble in recent months as well. So basically anybody can take the job and run with it. Why not take a flier on Seastrunk somewhere in the 200+ range of your draft, while the other teams are picking their kickers and backup tight ends?
hankey2mlh
Footballguy
georg013
Footballguy
Gist:
He is a long shot to make the roster.
We will create buzz around this player by stating the obvious. IF, McFadden and Williams are hit by meteors, Shestunk can make the team.
Prediction: He will be back on waivers before you know it.
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Dr. Octopus
Footballguy
Yes, McFadden or Williams getting nicked up (or worse) is about as likely as them getting hit be meteors.
georg013
Footballguy
Sadly, McFadden and Williams are about as sturdy as a cardboard bridge in a hurricane. But still, Shestunk stinks. I believe he is a practice body.Yes, McFadden or Williams getting nicked up (or worse) is about as likely as them getting hit be meteors.
hankey2mlh
Footballguy
If Seastrunk was just picked up as a "practice body", they might have kept Synjin Days as well. What's the sense of picking up a former Baylor standout, who happens to be pretty popular in the Dallas area, just to put him back on waivers? Or is it just a ploy to motivate...eh...Darren McFadden??Sadly, McFadden and Williams are about as sturdy as a cardboard bridge in a hurricane. But still, Shestunk stinks. I believe he is a practice body.Yes, McFadden or Williams getting nicked up (or worse) is about as likely as them getting hit be meteors.
