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mikeak":1gcr74qz said:I am so glad people are excited that we drafted a RB because of our abysmal running game last year and then the same people are super excited about he RBs ability to catch the football!!!
So when running game stalls, qb is pressured we now have a guy to bail us out (let’s ignore that he is not a good pass blocker)
Sounds like 1st round pick used wisely!!!
Again not saying he won’t work out. Just slightly confused about the logic used to be excited about him
Rashaad Penny is not bad at pass blocking. There was a lot of misinformation about him on the internet. They found him more valuable to be used out in the patterns on 3rd down. And you will too. He is speedy, runs good routes and has soft natural hands like a WR. Plus he gives you huge RAC. Use your Fullback to stay in and block or an extra TE. It would be the best use of Penny to have him out in the patterns making plays. That said he will block for you if need be. This blocking issue is exaggerated. I have seen him block. They just didn't use him a huge amount there. But it doesn't mean he can't do it. IMO it is a misuse of his talents though. If you want a blocker bring in a Fullback or an extra TE. He will do it once in a while. But to use a talent like Rashaad Penny as an every down blocker would just be such a waste and misuse of talent.
I believe coach Carroll will know how to use him. He is a good coach and understands. When they do ask him to block they will teach him his assignments. He will do fine with it.