Buffalo716 Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Why does Shady McCoy never get the recognition he deserves as a running back? Since he came into the league he leads the NFL in rushing yards. He will surpass 10k if he has a good season this year. He is on a HoF pace and he most certainly is a HoF. So why doesn't he ever get mentioned as the best in the league? It was Adrian and Marshawn. Now it's Leveon Bell , David Johnson and zeke. All those guys are extremely talented but wake me up when David Johnson is closing in on 10k. I feel shady always runs with a chip on his shoulder because he feels he is overlooked and when he rips it for 1500 yards and 15 TDs he will still be If shady runs us too the playoffs he should most certainly be in MVP consideration. I guess I feel like we have the closest thing since Barry sanders and nobody realizes it but us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wagon Circler Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Because he is not the best in the league. Heck, Gillislee averaged more yards a carry than he did. I for one, get very frustated at times by his running style. Having said that, he is fun to watch when he is going good. Watching the NFL network, when they promote the league, he was one of the three guys they would show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo716 Posted August 3, 2017 Author Share Posted August 3, 2017 Because he is not the best in the league. Heck, Gillislee averaged more yards a carry than he did. I for one, get very frustated at times by his running style. Having said that, he is fun to watch when he is going good. Watching the NFL network, when they promote the league, he was one of the three guys they would show. I don't watch nfl network so I can't comment on that but leading the nfl in rushing since he came into the league is a massive accomplishment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Because he is not the best in the league. Heck, Gillislee averaged more yards a carry than he did. I for one, get very frustated at times by his running style. Having said that, he is fun to watch when he is going good. Watching the NFL network, when they promote the league, he was one of the three guys they would show. How many yards did Gilly average when he was thrust into the starting role while McCoy was out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papazoid Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 shady is elite Top 5 in league he is earning that big contract 2× First-team All-Pro (2011, 2013).....that's recognition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo716 Posted August 3, 2017 Author Share Posted August 3, 2017 shady is elite Top 5 in league he is earning that big contract 2× First-team All-Pro (2011, 2013).....that's recognition. It definitely is recognition! But will he ever be recognized as an all pro with the bills? Who was our last all pro? Dareus or Kyle? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#34fan Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Because the damn team can't make it to the post-season! -It weighs everything, and everyone else down... Let's go 12-4 then see if anyone can shut up about Shady McCoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virgil Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 He did in philly for a few years. A lot of it has to do with playing for the Bills IMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Riverside Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Because he is not the best in the league. Heck, Gillislee averaged more yards a carry than he did. I for one, get very frustated at times by his running style. Having said that, he is fun to watch when he is going good. Watching the NFL network, when they promote the league, he was one of the three guys they would show. I would point out that his running style is also what keeps him so "young" as a running back....he doesnt take the clean hits and isnt a pounding running back that leads to injuries..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo716 Posted August 3, 2017 Author Share Posted August 3, 2017 I would point out that his running style is also what keeps him so "young" as a running back....he doesnt take the clean hits and isnt a pounding running back that leads to injuries..... Exactly. He can play till he's 35 because of his jitterbug style. It's like tackling a ghost Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott7975 Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Exactly. He can play till he's 35 because of his jitterbug style. It's like tackling a ghost The only thing I don't really like is how he carries the ball loosely in one arm. It works for him but I cringe and can't believe he doesn't have a ton of fumbles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 He is a Buffalo Bill and until we get in the playoffs and the Bills excel, his name is mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Because he is not the best in the league. Heck, Gillislee averaged more yards a carry than he did. I for one, get very frustated at times by his running style. Having said that, he is fun to watch when he is going good. Watching the NFL network, when they promote the league, he was one of the three guys they would show. yes. He is overrated afExactly. He can play till he's 35 because of his jitterbug style. It's like tackling a ghosthe wont havw the speed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo716 Posted August 3, 2017 Author Share Posted August 3, 2017 The only thing I don't really like is how he carries the ball loosely in one arm. It works for him but I cringe and can't believe he doesn't have a ton of fumbles. Welp. I definitely can't argue with you on that as it's what I dislike most about his style... but as a guy who played a lot of running back I know that for a fast guy it can really let you kick it into that next gear. He was flying last year. And it helps you build up that homerun speed quicker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Vader Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 The only thing I don't really like is how he carries the ball loosely in one arm. It works for him but I cringe and can't believe he doesn't have a ton of fumbles. That makes me nervous too, although he usually does that when he is in space, not when he's running between players. He'll get the recognition he deserves when the Bills make the playoffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Because he is not the best in the league. Heck, Gillislee averaged more yards a carry than he did. I for one, get very frustated at times by his running style. Having said that, he is fun to watch when he is going good. Watching the NFL network, when they promote the league, he was one of the three guys they would show. The top two leaders in rush yards per attempt were Mike Gillisee and Bilal Powell. They aren't the top 2 backs in the league. McCoy was 3rd. Gillisee was 5.7 ypc McCoy was 5.4 ypc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Why does Shady McCoy never get the recognition he deserves as a running back? Since he came into the league he leads the NFL in rushing yards. He will surpass 10k if he has a good season this year. He is on a HoF pace and he most certainly is a HoF. So why doesn't he ever get mentioned as the best in the league? It was Adrian and Marshawn. Now it's Leveon Bell , David Johnson and zeke. All those guys are extremely talented but wake me up when David Johnson is closing in on 10k. I feel shady always runs with a chip on his shoulder because he feels he is overlooked and when he rips it for 1500 yards and 15 TDs he will still be If shady runs us too the playoffs he should most certainly be in MVP consideration. I guess I feel like we have the closest thing since Barry sanders and nobody realizes it but us ....who cares bud?....let every DC take him for granted......being in a Bills uni makes him a non-issue.....if he was still in Philly, it would be a different story.....Buffalo is a non-issue and "under the radar" works just fine for me...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo716 Posted August 3, 2017 Author Share Posted August 3, 2017 The top two leaders in rush yards per attempt were Mike Gillisee and Bilal Powell. They aren't the top 2 backs in the league. McCoy was 3rd. Gillisee was 5.7 ypc McCoy was 5.4 ypc This^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Short answer: he's a Bill. No one respects Bills players. Not even Bills fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuoteTheRaven83 Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 Exactly. He can play till he's 35 because of his jitterbug style. It's like tackling a ghost If you were trying to tackle a ghost, he wouldn't have to have a jitterbug style. Tacklers would just go right through him... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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