(05-01-2021, 11:44 AM)Upper Wrote: Tlaw - A+
Etienne - D
Campbell - C
Little - B+
Cisco - B

(05-01-2021, 04:48 PM)The Real Marty Wrote:

(05-01-2021, 12:12 PM)Bullseye Wrote: Understandable.

The more I think about the pick, I have more problems regarding how the team will utilize him.

Everyone predicted great things for Reggie Bush when he came out in 2006.  He had insane speed, acceleration, good hands, change of direction, and open field ability.  What he didn't have was a lot of bulk and good between the tackles running ability.  In essence he was a receiving back.  As a result, even a great coach like Payton didn't seem to know how to utilize him or get the most out of him.  Given all the hoopla surrounding him, he should have had more impact.

While I like Ettienne as a player, it's no stretch to say he is not quite the prospect Reggie Bush was coming out.  How will he be utilized?  Meyer said he will be a 3rd down back.  Taking that at face value, even factoring in his breakaway ability and hands, I'm not sure that role warrants a 1st round pick.  He'll be an asset, but can the offense maximize his contribution?

Reggie Bush was the 2nd overall pick in the draft.  Etienne was drafted with the 25th pick.  That's a huge difference.  

I am convinced that Etienne is a special player and he will do some great things for us.  Remember, it's a 17 game season now, and bell cow running backs rarely last an entire season without missing games due to injury.  You need more than one.