As the guy who hates RB at 4 more than anyone, I truly hope the front office agrees with you. If there's one quote from Dave that I hope was honest more than any other this offseason, it's the one where he said he is very happy with Ivory and Yeldon as our 1a and 1b options for the running game. 

 

 

There is plenty to like about the both of them. I can see Yeldon as a top backup RB in any scheme, and Grant as the perfect scat back. Like Yeldon, Ivory is no breakout threat, but an impressive blend of wiggle and power. Only Ivory is so hard-nosed and physical that he's managed to not only start in this league but also earn his now infamous label as the afc rushing leader one year.


 

I've seen Ivory blow defenders backwards carrying the football, and when I picture that I do see a guy capable of being a starting RB, but I also see an elite level FB. I drool at the thought of Ivory being on the field consistently, but as a FB in front of a guy like Fournette or McCaffrey. I'm picturing Ivory as the next Mike Alstott.

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There is plenty to like about the both of them. I can see Yeldon as a top backup RB in any scheme, and Grant as the perfect scat back. Like Yeldon, Ivory is no breakout threat, but an impressive blend of wiggle and power. Only Ivory is so hard-nosed and physical that he's managed to not only start in this league but also earn his now infamous label as the afc rushing leader one year.


 

I've seen Ivory blow defenders backwards carrying the football, and when I picture that I do see a guy capable of being a starting RB, but I also see an elite level FB. I drool at the thought of Ivory being on the field consistently, but as a FB in front of a guy like Fournette or McCaffrey. I'm picturing Ivory as the next Mike Alstott.

If you like the idea of the next Alstott, shouldn't Fournette be leading the way for Ivory/Yeldon? Fournette only has to gain a few lbs to get to Alstott's 6'1" 245. Ivory has to grow an inch and gain 25 lbs.

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If you like the idea of the next Alstott, shouldn't Fournette be leading the way for Ivory/Yeldon? Fournette only has to gain a few lbs to get to Alstott's 6'1" 245. Ivory has to grow an inch and gain 25 lbs.

 

 

He certainly has the size, but if he were in front of Ivory we'd be handing it to Fournette anyways. ... of course, much like they did with Alstott... but actually, they say Fournette is the type of RB that "needs a FB." So, I don't think you want him being the FB.


 

Keep in mind that as a vet, Ivory has a good understanding of the NFL and would know just who to block and how to lead the way for Fournette. The two would instantly click. ...besides really watch Ivory run and tell me you don't see a little Greg Jones in him.

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