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Originally posted by: Drbio
I think it is a great idea. I've been saying for a long time that the man can hit and have been praising his athletic talents. The problem is that he sometimes tries to be Barry Sanders or somesuch and he is not physically capable of being that. He could be an average plus running back in the NFL or an outstanding fullback possibly. If we can get it into his head that being a Moose Johnson is as cool as being an Emmitt Smith, then Parcells may make an easy sale. The problem may be that Emmitt Smiths get more money than Moose Johnsons. Still, if you can convince him it is a good idea....I think it's a great idea.
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Maybe you can convince Troy to be a Mike Alstott type player. Alstott goes to the pro bowl every year mainly for his running ability rather than his blocking abilities. BTW I think Alstott is overrated. I think Parcells will always use the fb as a running option, so I think the fb will continue to get carries. It may be a role that is best for Hambrick.
It makes you wonder what the future of Jamar Martin is. Parcells said it was 50/50 of him making the roster this year. Martin is a devastating blocker in the mold of Moose, but I think Parcells prefers players who are more versatile and better runners at the fb position. Personally, I have always liked Martin back to his days at Ohio State.