Hope this means no more d thomas. Of miller is ready then james an miller could be a deadly combo and ive liked williams so far as well.
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The Dolphins are promoting running back LaMichael James from the practice squad, James’ agent announced. That means Miami will have four running backs on the active roster — Lamar Miller, Damien Williams, Daniel Thomas and James.
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Like it or not Thomas is the closest thing we have to a power back .I dont think LaMichael James, who is a scatback type of player ,will replace him.I think he will be replacing Landry on returns an on STs .Landry has become far too valuable as a starting WR to risk injury as a returner.And he will be the backup to injured Miller and Williams.
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While I like the fact James has been added to the 53 man roster. I think the move was probably due to the injury to Miller and not to replace Thomas.
Miller didn't play much yesterday and didn't play at all late in the game. So with a short week, it appears the coaching staff is activating James because they probably have doubts regarding Miller's availability against the Bills.
Hopefully James will show that he can be a productive RB for the Dolphins in Miller's absence and he can replace Thomas full time once Miller is completely healthy.Piston Honda likes this. -
The Dolphins actually need a power back they can rely on to pick run out the clock in the closing minutes of games like yesterday and against the Packers. The fact the coaches had Williams in the backfield and not Thomas, clearly shows that the coaches have no faith in Thomas and that is probably why he was also cut in training camp.djphinfan likes this. -
I'm excited about this. LaMichael James will bring a spark to this team which they desperately need. James ran a 4.45 40, Landry ran a 4.77. I think he'll do well replacing Landry.
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I think his pass blocking is a big question mark and that might prohibit him from being a back who is used on third downs or in obviously passing situations at this time. Especially in offensive schemes where the RB is required to provide protection for the QB.
He is quick and agile and was an excellent RB and kick returned in college.
He isn't a rookie. He played for the 49er's in 2012 and 2013, but requested to be let go by the 49'ers during training camp because he didn't feel he would get a lot of opportunities in the 49er's backfield this season. -
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maybe the staff knows our RBs are going to get pounded by that Bills Dline on a short week, especially with the injury/re-mashing of Oline, and we need the extra depth.
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Landry is plenty fast enough to score. Yes, there are faster returners, but his speed is the least of worries. And regardless of someone's speed, sometimes the angles are there for the defender.
And for those who think Landry is too valuable to return punts, Pittsburgh still uses Antonio Brown in that role. Landry's game reminds me a lot of Brown. Not saying he is the next Antonio Brown, but the way they play are so much alike. If he can become 75% the player Brown is, Miami wins with that pick.77FinFan likes this. -
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Either way, I can't complain about the average starting position we get from his returns. -
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Kinda excited to see what this guy looks like in-game. He's been humbled and fought through it, I like those kind of stories. Hope he makes the best of his opportunity.
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Landry's vision is nice. It's almost as if he sees the holes the way we see things on tv. I truly enjoy watching this kid play. Some posters will probably need to eat some crow by the year's end; if not sooner.... -
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Andrew Abramson @AbramsonPBP 14m14 minutes ago
#Dolphins RB LaMichael James: I have a little chip on my shoulder http://dailydolphin.blog.palmbeachp...el-james-i-have-a-little-chip-on-my-shoulder/ …
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He's no Teddy Ginn, but I still think he has "enough" speed to take one to the house.
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The guy is no burner, but 4.5 is fast enough. If you are saying that he cannot take one to the house by simply out-running someone, I might agree.
But to say he cannot take one to the house simply because he is not the fastest guy on the field is the wrong angle to take. There are too many things that can happen on a kickoff to make that claim. I think the guy has enough "juice" to do it, even if he has to juke his way to the endzone in the process. -
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I watched Sproles run one back tonight and he DIDN'T do it because he flat out-ran everybody...he juked a few guys out of being able to make a play. Sure he had speed, but the moves did it, not the speed. He and Hester are on another level on returns...no question...but how many teams have that? It's a rare talent.
Who, if not Landry, should be running back kicks then?
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