Atlfanstckndenver Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 Devonta Freeman | ATL(May 23, 2015 9:16 AM EDT)ESPN Falcons reporter Vaughn McClure believes Devonta Freeman and Tevin Coleman will see "equal reps" in a two-back system.It is unlikely Coleman and Freeman finish the season in a perfect timeshare, but it make sense for Atlanta to let their two young backs duke it out in training camp and early in the season. As the hand-picked back of the current regime, Coleman should be seen as the favorite to win the lion's share of the work, but his questionable fit in OC Kyle Shanahan's scheme could make his transition to the NFL difficult. A more natural fit in a zone-blocking scheme, Freeman could earn a bigger role than anticipated in training camp, especially if Coleman struggles.SOURCE: ESPN.COMttp://m.nbcsports.com/rotoworld-main-headlines Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTBF54 Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 I saw that and still disagree that Coleman is a "questionable" fit for Shanahan's schemes........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlfanstckndenver Posted May 23, 2015 Author Share Posted May 23, 2015 I hope this isn't a double thread, I never even try to post news anymore because there's almost always somebody who beats me to it. Anyway I consider this small news, I think the snap count regarding the rbs is one of the bigger stories on this team. At the very least, it looks like they are going to have a fair competition for the starting role. Another question that this doesn't answer tho, is whether or not they are looking to give one back the "lion's share" of snaps during the regular season. These backs aren't exactly the prototype for a Shanahan led run game, so perhaps he actually would consider splitting the snaps. I don't know, I just know that in the past Shanahan prefers to have "his guy" and to let his guy get momentum feeding him carry after carry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheldon Cooper Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 Why would they draft him if he is a questionable fit, and how does that make him a sure bet for the lions share of the carries as the hand picked option?1-Coleman2-Freeman3-A. Smith4-J. SmithColeman does seem likely to start and be the feature back we have sorely missed. Freeman should also get plenty of carries as many teams run two backs. Antone is a great Ster and should get some change of pace moments. We ran three guys last year. Jerome could be replaced after final cuts and be a PSer again. #4 should be inactive every week unless injury sidelines one of the top 3 and they are inactive. There will be a lot of good name available at RB after final cuts. I would like Dominique Brown from TB who ha 5 good RB's same for NYJ's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eastside_bird Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 This thread needs more Gurley. Trade for Gurley before it's too late Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Dog Named Brian Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 Freeman and Coleman will be a perfect 1-2 punch IMO. Then, bring in Smith for some of the more explosive outside lateral plays. I also disagree with the notion that Coleman will be a 'questionable' fit. It's ZBS, a lot of backs succeed in that system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GritsPittz Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 For this year i'd like to see more smith than coleman as I think coleman will have issues with fumbles. Smith is a beast, especially in a one cut system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FentayeJones Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 So Coleman's questionable scheme fit? Did V McCure write this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mid-Nite-Toker Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 My opinon is as good as Vaughn McClure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheldon Cooper Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 Cant wait to see which names emerge as the competition heats up at all positions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brewcrew Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 I hope Freeman has worked on his pass blocking or he's going to quickly start losing carries. Otherwise I like both of these guys in a two back system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlfanstckndenver Posted May 23, 2015 Author Share Posted May 23, 2015 Why would they draft him if he is a questionable fit, and how does that make him a sure bet for the lions share of the carries as the hand picked option. Good point. That's somewhat of a contradiction isn't it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlfanstckndenver Posted May 23, 2015 Author Share Posted May 23, 2015 Cant wait to see which names emerge as the competition heats up at all positions. As far as fantasy football goes, finding which up and coming running back Shanahan prefers to lean on is pretty much a gold mine waiting to be found. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mid-Nite-Toker Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 I hope Freeman has worked on his pass blocking or he's going to quickly start losing carries. Otherwise I like both of these guys in a two back system.+1 pass blocking is the decider. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlfanstckndenver Posted May 23, 2015 Author Share Posted May 23, 2015 This thread needs more Gurley. Trade for Gurley before it's too late You really do try to hard man. Your seriously like a microscopic nat that's trying to play the big troll. Just doesn't work for ya man. Keep trying tho! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlfanstckndenver Posted May 23, 2015 Author Share Posted May 23, 2015 +1 pass blocking is the decider. If Freeman can refine his pass blocking, (which I think he will) he would easily be considered one of the more well rounded backs in the league in my small opinion. Honestly I don't think his blocking was as bad as many seem to think. It wasn't as good as Rodgers', but it wasn't horrible considering he was a rookie either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mid-Nite-Toker Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 If Freeman can refine his pass blocking, (which I think he will) he would easily be considered one of the more well rounded backs in the league in my small opinion. Honestly I don't think his blocking was as bad as many seem to think. It wasn't as good as Rodgers', but it wasn't horrible considering he was a rookie either.Bad enough to warrant less reps last year and enough that if Tevin Coleman is a good pass blocker as heralded...DF has competition. Coleman is a scheme fit...VM has gotten lazy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tribal Chief Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 Sounds legit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MayorWest13 Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 For this year i'd like to see more smith than coleman as I think coleman will have issues with fumbles. Smith is a beast, especially in a one cut system.uhm your reason for him having trouble with fumbles? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tribal Chief Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 For this year i'd like to see more smith than coleman as I think coleman will have issues with fumbles. Smith is a beast, especially in a one cut system.Smith isn't a beast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PokerSteve Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 I saw that and still disagree that Coleman is a "questionable" fit for Shanahan's schemes........Exactly. Dubious statement is dubious. Watching Coleman's vids, the guy looks to be as natural a fit in a ZBS cut it up and go scheme as any back I've ever seen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Doc_Holiday Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 uhm your reason for him having trouble with fumbles?if you watch his highlights he never once carries the ball in his right hand even on the outside which has to be coached out of him. That's the main thing I saw that could result in fumbles at the NFL level. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FentayeJones Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 (edited) uhm your reason for him having trouble with fumbles?This is why:The biggest concern about Coleman is his small (8 5/8 inches) hand size, which could lead to a greater risk of ball security issues. Coleman fumbled once every 67.5 carries last year; the NFL's average for running backs in 2014 was one fumble every 112.4 attempts. Edited May 23, 2015 by FentayeJones Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11JonesBrothers45 Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 I'm not gonna bash D.Freeman, I like him. It's like what read what a poster write"Cole train". The Cole train is in the Atl. All aboard!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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