MakeBuffaloGreatAgain Posted August 18, 2018 Share Posted August 18, 2018 I didn't get to watch the first preseason game because of family circumstances, but I was able to watch a play here and there. I saw a play where our running back got the ball for a surefire loss, but managed to gain 2 yards. I thought to myself, "who the Ef is 45?"... I then recorded the replay of the game a couple days later to see if 45's play was a fluke or if there was real promise. HOLY CRAP! THIS DUDE CAN BALL! Where did he come from?!?!?! He has vision, speed, agility, toughness, and is great in space! This guy needs his own thread. I now look every time before the snap to see if 45 is in the backfield. Cadet is more than expendable now, in my opinion, because of the FANTASTIC performance from Murphy these last 2 games. If McCoy has to sit a couple games, I am not worried with Murphy in the wing. GO BILLS! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickey Posted August 18, 2018 Share Posted August 18, 2018 Murphy played very well but it should be pointed out that on Allen's TD pass, he whiffed on his block which is why Josh was nearly sacked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Defense Posted August 18, 2018 Share Posted August 18, 2018 Yes, Murphy looks good; fast, runs with power, good moves, and runs well outside of the tackles and between them. He was used a runner only a few times in his years at Carolina. He is getting his shot. If he keeps doing this, he may be an important player this year, someone who can give the 30 year old McCoy a break now and then, including for an entire series at times. Nothing like a great one-two punch to wear down a defense, especially as a game progresses. And what we saw on the kickoff was not a fluke, as he was an excellent returner in college, with a 30 yard average and two touchdowns. Love those young hungry (and skillful) players that surprise us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steptide Posted August 18, 2018 Share Posted August 18, 2018 He looks better than ivory imo 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nichebiche Posted August 18, 2018 Share Posted August 18, 2018 (edited) He's had one on the 1st page for over a week now, but ya know, keep making TBD great again... Edited August 18, 2018 by nichebiche Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machine gun kelly Posted August 18, 2018 Share Posted August 18, 2018 It’s so early, but yes he does look better than Ivory. As long as all three are on the team and Murphy will be a special teams star as well. i enjoyed watching him last night again. Cadet should be worried. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike in Horseheads Posted August 18, 2018 Share Posted August 18, 2018 Yah somebody should start one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo_Stampede Posted August 18, 2018 Share Posted August 18, 2018 I never get excited over preseason RB's. Every single team has a RB that shines in preseason every single year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2o Posted August 18, 2018 Share Posted August 18, 2018 Murphy is looking like he should be the backup over Ivory imo. He's decisive, more agile, and certainly faster. He also has good hands for the most part. The question is will he hold up in pass pro? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlbillsfan1975 Posted August 18, 2018 Share Posted August 18, 2018 39 minutes ago, TheTruthHurts said: I never get excited over preseason RB's. Every single team has a RB that shines in preseason every single year. Kind of like Gilleslie did a few years ago?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artmalibu Posted August 18, 2018 Share Posted August 18, 2018 As soon as he hat the good punt return I figured he made the 53. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big C Posted August 18, 2018 Share Posted August 18, 2018 We can't start a Murphy thread until we get a thread going about the OL!! Is no one worried!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo716 Posted August 18, 2018 Share Posted August 18, 2018 3 hours ago, Mister Defense said: Yes, Murphy looks good; fast, runs with power, good moves, and runs well outside of the tackles and between them. He was used a runner only a few times in his years at Carolina. He is getting his shot. If he keeps doing this, he may be an important player this year, someone who can give the 30 year old McCoy a break now and then, including for an entire series at times. Nothing like a great one-two punch to wear down a defense, especially as a game progresses. And what we saw on the kickoff was not a fluke, as he was an excellent returner in college, with a 30 yard average and two touchdowns. Love those young hungry (and skillful) players that surprise us. Marcus Murphy was never on Carolina... drafted by the saints and was on jets and colts PS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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