Donnybrook 538 Posted April 20, 2015 Share Posted April 20, 2015 vaughn mcclure @vxmcclure23 Northern Iowa RB David Johnson is in Atlanta today visiting the Falcons, according to a league source. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cstu 6,086 Posted April 21, 2015 Share Posted April 21, 2015 I like his frame and his shiftyness.His pass catching and pass protection are valuable traits as well that will speed up his opportunity to get on the field.I'd like to see him in NE.Would be a good fit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Faust 5,681 Posted April 24, 2015 Share Posted April 24, 2015 1-on-1: Former No. Iowa RB David Johnson Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Faust 5,681 Posted April 25, 2015 Share Posted April 25, 2015 Rotoworld:David Johnson - RB - PanthersESPN's Todd McShay is concerned by Northern Iowa RB David Johnson's workload in college."Any time a back has more than 800 college touches, you worry," McShay wrote. "Johnson had 1,007 in his career." The analyst is also concerned that Johnson doesn't run as big as his size would suggest. The 6-foot-1, 225-pound Johnson clocked a 4.50 40-yard dash at the combine. "He just doesn't break as many tackles as you'd think, and he's a high-cut runner," McShay wrote. "But he's still adequate as a power back, and he is extremely effective in the passing game. He shows good feel and savvy as a route runner, can make some tough catches and is dangerous with the ball in his hands."Source: ESPN Insider Apr 25 - 3:20 PM Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Run It Up 916 Posted April 25, 2015 Share Posted April 25, 2015 Is that a legitimate concern for a college back?I mean, maybe his wheels will wear down sooner, but do NFL teams actually care about that? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
John Paul 29 Posted April 25, 2015 Share Posted April 25, 2015 For the most part, everyone accepts that RBs have a shorter shelf life in FF circles. This doesn't bother me that much. If he didn't have that much experience some would be knocking him for lack of quality time in the backfield and so on. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Run It Up 916 Posted April 25, 2015 Share Posted April 25, 2015 Thats what I was thinking, does anyone in the NFL really draft a RB now and expect to get more than four years out of them? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mlball77 11 Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 22nd pick of the third round, 86 overall, is not a bad spot for David Johnson. Should get some level of a chance in ARI, I would think. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mlball77 11 Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 (edited) (Rotoworld)Cardinals GM Steve Keim described No. 86 overall pick David Johnson as a "three-down back," and said Johnson could return kickoffs as a rookie.Analysis: Johnson showed a distinct lack of inside running ability on college tape, but the Cardinals may believe he can improve in that area. Kickoffs would be a good place for Johnson to get his feet wet, as he has 4.5-flat speed and excels in the open field. Despite his size (6'1/224), Johnson runs like a scatback. That this is whom Arizona picked to bolster its backfield suggests Andre Ellington will return as the team's lead ball carrier. Edited May 2, 2015 by mlball77 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zyphros 2,029 Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 (Rotoworld)Cardinals GM Steve Keim described No. 86 overall pick David Johnson as a "three-down back," and said Johnson could return kickoffs as a rookie.Analysis: Johnson showed a distinct lack of inside running ability on college tape, but the Cardinals may believe he can improve in that area. Kickoffs would be a good place for Johnson to get his feet wet, as he has 4.5-flat speed and excels in the open field. Despite his size (6'1/224), Johnson runs like a scatback. That this is whom Arizona picked to bolster its backfield suggests Andre Ellington will return as the team's lead ball carrier.Signs they are moving on from Ellington soon? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ketamine Dreams 738 Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 Analysis of this guy is all over the place. I don't think anyone is sold on Ellington long term. Seems like a great place for him. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Faust 5,681 Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 NFL Draft: Fantasy reaction for David Johnsonhttp://www.cbssports.com/nfl/fantasy-football-today/25171159/nfl-draft-fantasy-reaction-for-david-johnson Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Milkman 2,348 Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 He should be a 1st round pick in rookie drafts with this landing spot. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
voiceofunreason 1,064 Posted May 2, 2015 Share Posted May 2, 2015 He should be a 1st round pick in rookie drafts with this landing spot.He's a great receiving back that doesn't run the ball very well and he went to a team that has an elite receiving back. I just don't see that happening. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EBF 1,924 Posted May 3, 2015 Share Posted May 3, 2015 I flip-flop on him when I watch his clips. He's got a bit of a high carriage and I don't think he runs hard or has much power for his weight, but he's undeniably a good athlete with active feet, fluid change of direction, and a quick explosive twitch. I think Ellington bombed pretty hard in his audition last year and I think DJ can push him from day one. I think he's a good option in the 12-15 range of rookie drafts. If his ADP is first round then I'll probably pass and let others take the gamble. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BroadwayG 978 Posted May 3, 2015 Share Posted May 3, 2015 I don't think it's fair to say Ellington bombed when he played through a bum foot all season. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Craig_MiamiFL 2,626 Posted May 3, 2015 Share Posted May 3, 2015 Odd pick by Zona. He doesnt fill the power back between the tackles need and a healthy Ellington does the same with much more explosion. A Roy Helu/Charles Sims isn't what the Cards needed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rookie_Whisperer 164 Posted May 3, 2015 Share Posted May 3, 2015 (edited) A. I can't take any Rotoworld write up seriously. B. Ellington is 199 lbs with a 3.3 yards per carry average and still recovering from injury. How many 199 lb starting RBs are there in the NFL? The Cards needed a boost in the run game, and Ellington obviously is not the answer there. I know a lot of Ellington owners don't want to acknowledge this, but he is not the long or short term answer here, and certainly not in Arians' offense. He is strictly a CoP back who was fortunate to be the only back on the roster last year.Give me the 224 lb guy with very good explosion and a demonstrated ability to catch the ball. The starting RB in AZ in Johnson's to lose. It cracks me up to see these things that he's going to be the CoP to Ellington...that cracks me up. This isn't college. There are big men playing on defense and big backs are a necessity in this league. I do expect a 50/50 split early on but its just a matter of time. Edited May 4, 2015 by Rookie_Whisperer Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Faust 5,681 Posted May 6, 2015 Share Posted May 6, 2015 David Johnson: Little School, Big Potential Impact for the Arizona Cardinals Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JayJay328 16 Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 A. I can't take any Rotoworld write up seriously. B. Ellington is 199 lbs with a 3.3 yards per carry average and still recovering from injury. How many 199 lb starting RBs are there in the NFL? The Cards needed a boost in the run game, and Ellington obviously is not the answer there. I know a lot of Ellington owners don't want to acknowledge this, but he is not the long or short term answer here, and certainly not in Arians' offense. He is strictly a CoP back who was fortunate to be the only back on the roster last year.Give me the 224 lb guy with very good explosion and a demonstrated ability to catch the ball. The starting RB in AZ in Johnson's to lose. It cracks me up to see these things that he's going to be the CoP to Ellington...that cracks me up. This isn't college. There are big men playing on defense and big backs are a necessity in this league. I do expect a 50/50 split early on but its just a matter of time.Bahahahahahaha! It cracks me up when guys like you know better about a teams RB usage than the HC of that team! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Eminence 1,294 Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 A. I can't take any Rotoworld write up seriously. B. Ellington is 199 lbs with a 3.3 yards per carry average and still recovering from injury. How many 199 lb starting RBs are there in the NFL? The Cards needed a boost in the run game, and Ellington obviously is not the answer there. I know a lot of Ellington owners don't want to acknowledge this, but he is not the long or short term answer here, and certainly not in Arians' offense. He is strictly a CoP back who was fortunate to be the only back on the roster last year.Give me the 224 lb guy with very good explosion and a demonstrated ability to catch the ball. The starting RB in AZ in Johnson's to lose. It cracks me up to see these things that he's going to be the CoP to Ellington...that cracks me up. This isn't college. There are big men playing on defense and big backs are a necessity in this league. I do expect a 50/50 split early on but its just a matter of time.Bahahahahahaha! It cracks me up when guys like you know better about a teams RB usage than the HC of that team!Huh? Can't a guy have an opinion? I personally agree with him. David Johnson is a beast. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rookie_Whisperer 164 Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 A. I can't take any Rotoworld write up seriously. B. Ellington is 199 lbs with a 3.3 yards per carry average and still recovering from injury. How many 199 lb starting RBs are there in the NFL? The Cards needed a boost in the run game, and Ellington obviously is not the answer there. I know a lot of Ellington owners don't want to acknowledge this, but he is not the long or short term answer here, and certainly not in Arians' offense. He is strictly a CoP back who was fortunate to be the only back on the roster last year.Give me the 224 lb guy with very good explosion and a demonstrated ability to catch the ball. The starting RB in AZ in Johnson's to lose. It cracks me up to see these things that he's going to be the CoP to Ellington...that cracks me up. This isn't college. There are big men playing on defense and big backs are a necessity in this league. I do expect a 50/50 split early on but its just a matter of time.Bahahahahahaha! It cracks me up when guys like you know better about a teams RB usage than the HC of that team!http://www.azcardinals.com/videos/videos/Arians-says-Johnson-reminds-him-of-Matt-Forte/7dddda12-3a35-4b9f-9221-12dd51ee5af6Take a look. I know this is a cut up version of the actual press conference (which I wish they wouldn't have done because they were less than optimistic about Ellington in the full length version), but after you watch this you can't deny that the coach and GM are genuinely excited to have him there. This was not a BPA pick. Let's see....220+ lbs every down back vs 199 lb RB with a 3.3 yd per carry average. I know it's hard for Ellington owners and this might not be something you want to acknowledge right now, but rookie drafts are underway and Johnson is in a good position to succeed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ShaHBucks 298 Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 This will be one that catches steam in a few months... 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JayJay328 16 Posted May 10, 2015 Share Posted May 10, 2015 (edited) A. I can't take any Rotoworld write up seriously. B. Ellington is 199 lbs with a 3.3 yards per carry average and still recovering from injury. How many 199 lb starting RBs are there in the NFL? The Cards needed a boost in the run game, and Ellington obviously is not the answer there. I know a lot of Ellington owners don't want to acknowledge this, but he is not the long or short term answer here, and certainly not in Arians' offense. He is strictly a CoP back who was fortunate to be the only back on the roster last year.Give me the 224 lb guy with very good explosion and a demonstrated ability to catch the ball. The starting RB in AZ in Johnson's to lose. It cracks me up to see these things that he's going to be the CoP to Ellington...that cracks me up. This isn't college. There are big men playing on defense and big backs are a necessity in this league. I do expect a 50/50 split early on but its just a matter of time.Bahahahahahaha! It cracks me up when guys like you know better about a teams RB usage than the HC of that team!Huh? Can't a guy have an opinion? I personally agree with him. David Johnson is a beast.The HC has said that Ellington will be a focal point of the offense before the draft. Now they draft a 3rd round RB and it's his job to lose? Again, HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!ETA - Johnson could very well come in and impress and steal that position away, such is pro sports, but his job to lose is a statement I can't help but laugh at. Edited May 10, 2015 by JayJay328 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JayJay328 16 Posted May 10, 2015 Share Posted May 10, 2015 Personally I have Johnson in my RB6-10 range for Dyno drafts.Rookie RBs I have clearly ahead of Johnson in my upcoming rookie draftsGurleyGordonYeldonColemanAbdullahMixed in with AjayiJohnsonCobbAllenJones 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mlball77 11 Posted May 10, 2015 Share Posted May 10, 2015 A. I can't take any Rotoworld write up seriously. B. Ellington is 199 lbs with a 3.3 yards per carry average and still recovering from injury. How many 199 lb starting RBs are there in the NFL? The Cards needed a boost in the run game, and Ellington obviously is not the answer there. I know a lot of Ellington owners don't want to acknowledge this, but he is not the long or short term answer here, and certainly not in Arians' offense. He is strictly a CoP back who was fortunate to be the only back on the roster last year.Give me the 224 lb guy with very good explosion and a demonstrated ability to catch the ball. The starting RB in AZ in Johnson's to lose. It cracks me up to see these things that he's going to be the CoP to Ellington...that cracks me up. This isn't college. There are big men playing on defense and big backs are a necessity in this league. I do expect a 50/50 split early on but its just a matter of time.Bahahahahahaha! It cracks me up when guys like you know better about a teams RB usage than the HC of that team! http://www.azcardinals.com/videos/videos/Arians-says-Johnson-reminds-him-of-Matt-Forte/7dddda12-3a35-4b9f-9221-12dd51ee5af6Take a look. I know this is a cut up version of the actual press conference (which I wish they wouldn't have done because they were less than optimistic about Ellington in the full length version), but after you watch this you can't deny that the coach and GM are genuinely excited to have him there. This was not a BPA pick. Let's see....220+ lbs every down back vs 199 lb RB with a 3.3 yd per carry average. I know it's hard for Ellington owners and this might not be something you want to acknowledge right now, but rookie drafts are underway and Johnson is in a good position to succeed.That clip was very interesting. Helped me make my drafting decision. Thx. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kutta 5,582 Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Black dot Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mcintyre1 3,294 Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 A. I can't take any Rotoworld write up seriously. B. Ellington is 199 lbs with a 3.3 yards per carry average and still recovering from injury. How many 199 lb starting RBs are there in the NFL? The Cards needed a boost in the run game, and Ellington obviously is not the answer there. I know a lot of Ellington owners don't want to acknowledge this, but he is not the long or short term answer here, and certainly not in Arians' offense. He is strictly a CoP back who was fortunate to be the only back on the roster last year.Give me the 224 lb guy with very good explosion and a demonstrated ability to catch the ball. The starting RB in AZ in Johnson's to lose. It cracks me up to see these things that he's going to be the CoP to Ellington...that cracks me up. This isn't college. There are big men playing on defense and big backs are a necessity in this league. I do expect a 50/50 split early on but its just a matter of time.Bahahahahahaha! It cracks me up when guys like you know better about a teams RB usage than the HC of that team!Huh? Can't a guy have an opinion? I personally agree with him. David Johnson is a beast.The HC has said that Ellington will be a focal point of the offense before the draft. Now they draft a 3rd round RB and it's his job to lose? Again, HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!ETA - Johnson could very well come in and impress and steal that position away, such is pro sports, but his job to lose is a statement I can't help but laugh at.As a (kind of still) Steelers fan, I'd advise you to take anything said by Bruce Arians with heaping piles of salt. He kind of just says whatever comes into his head at that moment. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mr roboto 8,577 Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Where's his rookie ADP at? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
offdee 1,493 Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Where's his rookie ADP at?#14-#18 overall range I'd guess. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kutta 5,582 Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Where's his rookie ADP at?#14-#18 overall range I'd guess.I drafted him at 2.11 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mr roboto 8,577 Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Where's his rookie ADP at? #14-#18 overall range I'd guess. I drafted him at 2.1112 team ppr? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kutta 5,582 Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Where's his rookie ADP at? #14-#18 overall range I'd guess. I drafted him at 2.1112 team ppr?yes Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mcintyre1 3,294 Posted May 12, 2015 Share Posted May 12, 2015 Went 2.07 in my 12 team PPR dynasty (though we have a comp pick at 1.13, so that'd technically be 2.08 in most leagues). Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Run It Up 916 Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 (edited) 12 team ppr, deep roster start 1-2 rbs.I traded up (Tre Mason) to grab him at the 2.10. Edited May 13, 2015 by Run It Up Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jurb26 926 Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 Strange values on this guy. He went 1.08 in one of my leagues the other day. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Shutout 2,013 Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 22-26 overall in leagues I have drafted in so far. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pyite76 148 Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 Zealot ADP is around 20-21 right now. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bicycle_seat_sniffer 5,109 Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 Took him at 15 overall today Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Faust 5,681 Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 Arians: David Johnson 'will find a niche quick' in AZhttp://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000492996/article/arians-david-johnson-will-find-a-niche-quick-in-az Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ShaHBucks 298 Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 Arians: David Johnson 'will find a niche quick' in AZhttp://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000492996/article/arians-david-johnson-will-find-a-niche-quick-in-az"His size, his straight-line speed, and his receiving ability will get him drafted, but you have to understand his limitations," NFL Films guru Greg Cosell told the Ross Tucker Football Podcast before the draft. "He's not an inside runner. He's not a powerful runner despite his size. He's not really that laterally quick. To me, his best chance to be a factor is with a team that deploys a high percentage of shotgun with three-wide receiver personnel, and you can use him as a receiver. I don't think he's a foundation back in this league, based on his running style."Wrong Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cr8f 84 Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 Arians: David Johnson 'will find a niche quick' in AZhttp://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000492996/article/arians-david-johnson-will-find-a-niche-quick-in-az"His size, his straight-line speed, and his receiving ability will get him drafted, but you have to understand his limitations," NFL Films guru Greg Cosell told the Ross Tucker Football Podcast before the draft. "He's not an inside runner. He's not a powerful runner despite his size. He's not really that laterally quick. To me, his best chance to be a factor is with a team that deploys a high percentage of shotgun with three-wide receiver personnel, and you can use him as a receiver. I don't think he's a foundation back in this league, based on his running style."WrongMaybe he means Ron Dayne. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cr8f 84 Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 22-26 overall in leagues I have drafted in so far.Went at 22 in out 1.5 PPR. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mlball77 11 Posted May 16, 2015 Share Posted May 16, 2015 (edited) I'm usually a guy that doesn't reach for players, but this year I did... taking David Johnson at 1.10 in a 12-tm, 0.5 PPR league. I know I reached, but this league hoards RBs (largely due to a flex spot that allows starting up to 3 a given week) and I have a ton of young WR depth. --Jay Ajayi, Duke Johnson, and Buck Allen all were selected within the six picks after I took David Johnson. Edited May 16, 2015 by mlball77 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mlball77 11 Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 In the daily FBG email, they commented on Johnson signing his rookie deal and added their take in the quote below.[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]Johnson is a big back who can grind down opponents as the game goes on. He's a determined runner with an efficient style. Johnson's not going to break any ankles in the open field, but he can run through arm tackles consistently. He'll make for a power change-of-pace back behind Andre Ellington this year.I found the FBG take to be interesting. I have read a lot on Johnson and most sources view him as something other than a power runner, despite having ideal size for such... Most see him as more of a RB that is solid/good at many facets (speed, receiving, blocking, etc.). The little I watched of him (disclaimer: I am no film expert), I came away impressed with his feet for his size and his jump cut.Also, the video posted earlier in this thread of Arians and the ARI GM talking about Johnson was interesting, and indicated that this duo views Johnson as more than change-of-pace back, and instead something possibly similar to Forte (though probably wishful thinking and coach speak, yet there are size and skill set similarities, imo). They see him as a guy that they can bring into the game without changing up the offensive approach.It will be interesting to see how the ARI RB situation plays out and how Johnson's skill set transfers to the NFL (coming from Northern Iowa). 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BigSteelThrill 5,359 Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 In the daily FBG email, they commented on Johnson signing his rookie deal and added their take in the quote below.[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]Johnson is a big back who can grind down opponents as the game goes on. He's a determined runner with an efficient style. Johnson's not going to break any ankles in the open field, but he can run through arm tackles consistently. He'll make for a power change-of-pace back behind Andre Ellington this year.I found the FBG take to be interesting. I have read a lot on Johnson and most sources view him as something other than a power runner, despite having ideal size for such... Most see him as more of a RB that is solid/good at many facets (speed, receiving, blocking, etc.). The little I watched of him (disclaimer: I am no film expert), I came away impressed with his feet for his size and his jump cut.Also, the video posted earlier in this thread of Arians and the ARI GM talking about Johnson was interesting, and indicated that this duo views Johnson as more than change-of-pace back, and instead something possibly similar to Forte (though probably wishful thinking and coach speak, yet there are size and skill set similarities, imo). They see him as a guy that they can bring into the game without changing up the offensive approach.It will be interesting to see how the ARI RB situation plays out and how Johnson's skill set transfers to the NFL (coming from Northern Iowa).The FBG email "takes" are horribly wrong all too often. They border on the "exactly opposite" of what was written type of Orwellian wrong. But so does Roto. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Run It Up 916 Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Johnson might be just as good of a receiver as Ellington and is absolutely the better pass blocker - while as you said being good enough of an inside the tackles runner.I think he will beat out Ellington sooner than later. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rookie_Whisperer 164 Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 (edited) In the daily FBG email, they commented on Johnson signing his rookie deal and added their take in the quote below.[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]Johnson is a big back who can grind down opponents as the game goes on. He's a determined runner with an efficient style. Johnson's not going to break any ankles in the open field, but he can run through arm tackles consistently. He'll make for a power change-of-pace back behind Andre Ellington this year. I found the FBG take to be interesting. I have read a lot on Johnson and most sources view him as something other than a power runner, despite having ideal size for such... Most see him as more of a RB that is solid/good at many facets (speed, receiving, blocking, etc.). The little I watched of him (disclaimer: I am no film expert), I came away impressed with his feet for his size and his jump cut.Also, the video posted earlier in this thread of Arians and the ARI GM talking about Johnson was interesting, and indicated that this duo views Johnson as more than change-of-pace back, and instead something possibly similar to Forte (though probably wishful thinking and coach speak, yet there are size and skill set similarities, imo). They see him as a guy that they can bring into the game without changing up the offensive approach.It will be interesting to see how the ARI RB situation plays out and how Johnson's skill set transfers to the NFL (coming from Northern Iowa).Now don't get me wrong, nobody is the next "insert player here", but Demarco Murray was labeled a change of pace back to Felix Jones when he was drafted. Turns out his body type and skill set translated well to the NFL when given the opportunity and health. Johnson didn't really have a chance to show any real power between the tackles due to that BS offense they ran where it seemed like his o-line was always playing on their heels and he had to dodge defensive players immediately when he took the ball as a hand off. I believe his skills, explosive numbers, and size will translate well in a conventional offense. Edited May 19, 2015 by Rookie_Whisperer 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Faust 5,681 Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 Cards RB coach: David Johnson reminiscent of Fortehttp://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000494662/article/cards-rb-coach-david-johnson-reminiscent-of-forte Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Faust 5,681 Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Rotoworld:Rookie David Johnson opened OTAs as the Cardinals' No. 4 back behind Andre Ellington, Stepfan Taylor, Marion Grice, and Kerwynn Williams."He ain't getting sh-t yet," said coach Bruce Arians, referring to Johnson's standing on the depth chart. Eventually, Johnson is likely to emerge as the 1B to Ellington's 1A in the Arizona backfield. Arians spoke of increasing his usage of no-huddle offense this year, which could suit Johnson's receiving-first skill set. Johnson is a passing-down/H-back hybrid. Source: Mike Jurecki on Twitter Jun 1 - 3:49 PM Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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