How much will we see Ryan Moats?

Mike · 06-01-2006, 01:48 PM

THis is a running back I have been keeping my eye on for quite some time, who could really push to take carries away from an often injured Brian Westbrook.

From Coach's rumor mill:
http://www.sportsoutlaw.com/forum/61908-post67.html

Quote:

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Eagles RB Ryan Moats finally has a firm grasp of the team's West Coast offense. He struggled to pick up the system during the 2005 season and said, "I was lost. I didn't know what was going on." Now the offense is no longer as troubling for him and he added, "I'm way better right now. I'm a lot better, a lot more comfortable. I can take my time and do things. Last year, I learned the plays, but it wasn't natural. I had to think about it. Now, I know them, so I can think about protections and route situations."

Taz · 06-01-2006, 02:01 PM

I like Moats. I think he could be the perfect complement to Westbrook. I am not sure if he would be a good every down back at this level though.

Mike · 06-01-2006, 02:03 PM

Then between the two of them, they could equal one everydown back, LOL

Birdman · 06-01-2006, 02:27 PM

Moats is a Westbrook clone in a lot of ways, but of course Westbrook's track record suggests he is much more talented as a receiving back and the more versatile runner.

Moats showed solid potential as a rookie, and with better knowledge of Philly's complex offense could be a great reserve back. Perry has also shown potential but has yet to see some hard running in NFL games. The big question mark now is who will fill the role as the short-yardage back? If Philly doesnt acquire someone like a Stephen Davis they will have to rely on Tapeh, Gordon, or Buckhalter. We'll see what happens, but at 5'8" and 205 pounds both Westbrook and Moats are a little small for a critical 3rd and 2 down.

Taz · 06-01-2006, 02:29 PM

Buck who?????

Mike · 06-01-2006, 02:38 PM

That dude who spends all winter on crutches. I think he is an Eagles fan or something.

Birdman · 06-02-2006, 01:36 PM

Believe it or not Buckhalter is in year 2 of his 2-year contract. While the chances that he'll make a recovery are (in my opinion) slim he is still working out well according to the team and will make a big effort to come back. Even though he will probably be watching the games at home you cannot discount the possibility that he'll make a miracle recovery, and in that case we wouldnt need a 3rd down back.

Thomas Tapeh is a similar case - here is a guy that has worked his butt off day in and day out 24/7 in order to make a recovery and get back on the field. This FB could double as a short-yardage guy too, but another question mark.

Miller · 06-02-2006, 01:41 PM

Birdman, what exactly was Buck's injury this time??

Birdman · 06-03-2006, 11:44 AM

He had a torn patellar tendon from the season before last. In 05/06 camp he ended up bruising the knee and even though Andy Reid insisted it wasnt related to the torn patellar tendon he has yet to play football since. He missed the entire 05/06 season.


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Birdman Outlaw Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 2,120 vCash: 88074 Donate	Believe it or not Buckhalter is in year 2 of his 2-year contract. While the chances that he'll make a recovery are (in my opinion) slim he is still working out well according to the team and will make a big effort to come back. Even though he will probably be watching the games at home you cannot discount the possibility that he'll make a miracle recovery, and in that case we wouldnt need a 3rd down back. Thomas Tapeh is a similar case - here is a guy that has worked his butt off day in and day out 24/7 in order to make a recovery and get back on the field. This FB could double as a short-yardage guy too, but another question mark.


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Birdman Outlaw Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 2,120 vCash: 88074 Donate	He had a torn patellar tendon from the season before last. In 05/06 camp he ended up bruising the knee and even though Andy Reid insisted it wasnt related to the torn patellar tendon he has yet to play football since. He missed the entire 05/06 season.