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We're Freakin Out about RBs too much in here, IMO.

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The evidence of getting a Duke Johnson or Lindsay should be proof that we dont need to use high picks or big cash to get one.
Young players improve and DJ showed how he, as a more veteran, more physically mature player was more able to carry the rock like a boss.
His vision, shiftiness and power showed me a guy who should start in our backfield in September.
If all 4 are healthy, I wouldn't change our January 15th 2022 backfield at all.
Duke Johnson, Lindsay, Gaskin, Ahmed.
I wouldn't go nuts to add to it. Something good could fall into our laps because of how much 'volume of inventory' there is.
 
Im just saying Im seeing a lot of posters putting 'RB' as a big need. I dont agree.
 
I think it's definitely a major need, the RB position didn't produce enough the past 3 seasons.
But I agree; you just don't shell out major bucks for a RB or draft one in the first round, unless maybe you have multiple first round picks, you've traded down, or it's the one missing piece for a super bowl run.
I think in rounds 2-4 is where to look, and it should be a priority to try to snag a keeper in that range.
 
If you look at San Fran's recent history they didn't use a high pick on a RB. A lot of UDFAs and late round guys (Elijah Mitchell is a 6th rounder, Breida and Raheem Mostert were UDFA). Tevin Coleman was a third rounder for Atlanta who signed a 2/10 million FA deal with San Fran. Hyde was a 2nd rounder but he was already on the roster when Shanahan and MCDaniel got there.

Edit: Forgot Jeff Wilson another UDFA
 
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ChitownPhins28 said:
The evidence of getting a Duke Johnson or Lindsay should be proof that we dont need to use high picks or big cash to get one.
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I don't disagree with the premise ... not sold on the backfield though ...

The proof I'm looking for is 4+ yds. per carry with a minimum of 20 per game and 1-2 touchdowns per game ... then IDC who is running the ball ... so if it's RB's, OL, scheme or a combo .... please fix it ... I mean damn these guys are supposed to be able to play and coach at this level with some degree of certainty IMO
 
ChitownPhins28 said:
The evidence of getting a Duke Johnson or Lindsay should be proof that we dont need to use high picks or big cash to get one.
Young players improve and DJ showed how he, as a more veteran, more physically mature player was more able to carry the rock like a boss.
His vision, shiftiness and power showed me a guy who should start in our backfield in September.
If all 4 are healthy, I wouldn't change our January 15th 2022 backfield at all.
Duke Johnson, Lindsay, Gaskin, Ahmed.
I wouldn't go nuts to add to it. Something good could fall into our laps because of how much 'volume of inventory' there is.
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I'll be surprised if everyone doesn't have RB as a top 3 need though I'm uncertain of "freaking out." Mia DOES need a bell cow. That doesn't mean McD has to sign one of the best FAs nor does it mean a R1 pick. OTOH, I expect a concerted effort to find a RB with the ability to get tough yards, catch passes, and pass block. Whether that's FA or draft, I don't care. Just get the guy
 
The lack of respect for the running back position pisses me off. You can’t compare duke johnson and Ahmed to emmitt smiths, Ricky Williams, Terrell Buckley , ladanian tomlinson, Fred Taylor , priest Holmes ... there in a class of there own. Spend a 1st and get a damn rb!
 
finfan0909 said:
The lack of respect for the running back position pisses me off. You can’t compare duke johnson and Ahmed to emmitt smiths, Ricky Williams, Terrell Buckley , ladanian tomlinson, Fred Taylor , priest Holmes ... there in a class of there own. Spend a 1st and get a damn rb!
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1. Terrell Buckley was not a RB, he was a CB. Huh?

2. Which of those RBs led their teams to the SB?
 
finfan0909 said:
The lack of respect for the running back position pisses me off. You can’t compare duke johnson and Ahmed to emmitt smiths, Ricky Williams, Terrell Buckley , ladanian tomlinson, Fred Taylor , priest Holmes ... there in a class of there own. Spend a 1st and get a damn rb!
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psssst Terrell Davis
 
Kamelion4291 said:
I fully expect us to take a really fast one in the mid rounds based on Shanahan's history.
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This is what I'm talking about. Draft em in the later rounds. Plenty of talent to be had there regarding RBs.
 
I think we go with Duke, Lindsay, and Gaskin, then draft someone in round 2-4. Although, I am curious to see what McDaniels could do with what we have. I feel like we have a good crew with the right game plan and OL...
 
Running game in general is overrated. Look at the top 5 teams in running yards. How many went to playoffs? How many went deep?

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