Reed83HOF Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 Let me say this - I love both of our backs. They are a great tandem... I know I may get flamed for this; but why does Freddie seem to rip bigger runs off than Marshawn? Do teams focus less on Freddie? Does the O-line block better? I know Marshawn has more attempts, it just seems that Freddie does more with his opportunities than Marshawn....Lynch gets a ton of 3 or 4 yds runs and Freddie always seems to rip a long one... Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lets_go_bills Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 They're both great and we're fortunate to have these two great RBs on our team. Lynch is the better back IMO, but I absolutely love Coe College. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murra Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 I figured this was coming. Let me ask you this, does it really matter? Is it a problem? I think its probably good that you're debating the talent of our no. 2, not for the worse, but debating if he's as good as the starter... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Poojer Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 i think your answer lies in your first sentence....they are a great tandem....from what i can see, Marshawn is more of a bruising runner and Jackson is more of a speedy runner....defenses are kept off balance with the inclusion of both of them in the backfield Let me say this - I love both of our backs. They are a great tandem... I know I may get flamed for this; but why does Freddie seem to rip bigger runs off than Marshawn? Do teams focus less on Freddie? Does the O-line block better? I know Marshawn has more attempts, it just seems that Freddie does more with his opportunities than Marshawn....Lynch gets a ton of 3 or 4 yds runs and Freddie always seems to rip a long one... Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colin Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 jackson finds the hole a bit better and is a better pass catcher. lynch has more size, speed, cut back ability, strength, and is just plain painful to tackle. lynch has more rarer skills, but jackson is perhaps featured in our O better. now if lynch can be a better pass catcher, watch out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heels20X6 Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 Let me say this - I love both of our backs. They are a great tandem... I know I may get flamed for this; but why does Freddie seem to rip bigger runs off than Marshawn? Do teams focus less on Freddie? Does the O-line block better? I know Marshawn has more attempts, it just seems that Freddie does more with his opportunities than Marshawn....Lynch gets a ton of 3 or 4 yds runs and Freddie always seems to rip a long one... Thoughts? Nobody, NOBODY, works as hard for his yards like Marshawn Lynch. We should feel blessed that we have TWO talented running backs with two different running styles. Despite our questionable O-line, these guys are getting it DONE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Fischer Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 Let me say this - I love both of our backs. They are a great tandem... I know I may get flamed for this; but why does Freddie seem to rip bigger runs off than Marshawn? Do teams focus less on Freddie? Does the O-line block better? I know Marshawn has more attempts, it just seems that Freddie does more with his opportunities than Marshawn....Lynch gets a ton of 3 or 4 yds runs and Freddie always seems to rip a long one... Thoughts? I think Lynch is much better but Jackson has a quick burst and doesn't hesitate -- which is a bit of an advantage with the horrible run blocking. Moreover, I don't think Jackson could carry the load like Lynch does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hammered a Lot Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 i think your answer lies in your first sentence....they are a great tandem....from what i can see, Marshawn is more of a bruising runner and Jackson is more of a speedy runner....defenses are kept off balance with the inclusion of both of them in the backfield I total agree with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrpunchy Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 The skill set of each is different. The bills attempt a variety of plays for Jackson that they would not for Lynch. Personally I think that the screen pass is again under utilized in this offense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Senator Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 Hmmm...two great backs...nice problem to have... 19 and 0 baby!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed83HOF Posted September 28, 2008 Author Share Posted September 28, 2008 i think your answer lies in your first sentence....they are a great tandem....from what i can see, Marshawn is more of a bruising runner and Jackson is more of a speedy runner....defenses are kept off balance with the inclusion of both of them in the backfield I have been waiting to see if someone else would've posted this yet...I am sure a few others may have at least pondered this...I love them both and it is great!! We haven't had this since Kenny and Thurmal I share these same thoughts, it's not like Lynch is slow though. Look at Freddies TD today, there was a huge hole for him - I just don't think I have seen that big of a hole ever for Lynch...When Freddis catches a pass - watch out; when he runs he gets good yardage. Lynch seems to get stood up a lot more... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ganesh Posted September 29, 2008 Share Posted September 29, 2008 jackson finds the hole a bit better and is a better pass catcher. lynch has more size, speed, cut back ability, strength, and is just plain painful to tackle. lynch has more rarer skills, but jackson is perhaps featured in our O better. now if lynch can be a better pass catcher, watch out. The biggest thing is the opponent defenses Tee off on Lynch, knowing that he is our biggest asset, whereas when Fred Jackson is in the game, the defenses Tee off on Edwards hoping that it is either a pass to Jackson or down field. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChasBB Posted September 29, 2008 Share Posted September 29, 2008 They're both great and we're fortunate to have these two great RBs on our team. Lynch is the better back IMO, but I absolutely love Coe College. Yes, great to have both. I really wish people would stop playing the comparison game -- Lynch vs. Jackson, TE vs. JP, etc. blah, blah, blah. TEAM -- that's what we have and it's great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steely Dan Posted September 29, 2008 Share Posted September 29, 2008 I don't think that the question is ludicrous. Jackson is much more versatile than Lynch as a receiver but Marshawn is the the better runner. He'll carry five guys forward before they tackle him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayFinkle Posted September 29, 2008 Share Posted September 29, 2008 I may get flamed but, is Jackson better than Lynch? no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffal0 Bill5 Posted September 29, 2008 Share Posted September 29, 2008 The skill set of each is different. The bills attempt a variety of plays for Jackson that they would not for Lynch. Personally I think that the screen pass is again under utilized in this offense. Another play that I keep thinking they are setting up when both backs are in is a reverse that starts with Lynch, and goes to Jackson. That, I would like to see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted September 29, 2008 Share Posted September 29, 2008 (reed8383 @ Sep 28 2008, 07:42 PM) *I may get flamed but, is Jackson better than Lynch? No, but he is damn good. After Taylor and Jones-Drew, the Bills may have the best 1-2 RB punch in the league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DDD Posted September 29, 2008 Share Posted September 29, 2008 Lynch- grinds Jackson- glides I am amazed Dick Jauron preferred Anthony Thomas over Fred Jackson last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Fong Posted September 29, 2008 Share Posted September 29, 2008 After seeing the effort that Lynch is putting in this season I don't know how anyone could make this assertion. While Jackson is a good RB and a wonderful player and makes a great contribution to the team. Lynch has exceptional talent and puts in maximum effort on every play. He has the potential to be a hall of fame caliber player as a starting RB. Jackson has the potential to have a long and productive NFL career as a role player. On a side note did you also think Frank Reich was a better QB than Jim Kelly? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steely Dan Posted September 29, 2008 Share Posted September 29, 2008 Nobody, NOBODY, works as hard for his yards like Marshawn Lynch. We should feel blessed that we have TWO talented running backs with two different running styles. Despite our questionable O-line, these guys are getting it DONE. I can't wait til the O-Line gels later this year. The offense might start having great first halves too. Lynch- grinds Jackson- glides I am amazed Dick Jauron preferred Anthony Thomas over Fred Jackson last year. Good analysis. Anthony Thomas who? BTW, Dwayne Wright is currently unemployed. Big surprise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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