What's the point of Kenjon Barner?

[CRA]

i understand that but you are talking about the best scatbacks in the league.

 

it's ok to question whether or not he will be able to pass protect sufficiently

 

I think being a good fit is also important....being a good fit IMO is largely responsible for the success/failure of many players.

 

For example, Cam nor our offense would take advantage of Sproles like Brees/NO do.  Instead of pass protecting, they really just have built in quick throws often to counter that pressure.  We more likely would ask the RB to stay in and block instead.

[Peppers90 NC]

i would imagine the thought process behind the pick, Barner being from Oregon that he should fit well in this system when he is ready.

[Sam Mills Fan]

All the reporters on Twitter said it was Barner.

[CRA]

All the reporters on Twitter said it was Barner.

always the possibility I was drunk....but my drunk self was cursing Ginn

[Zod]

Barner bobbled it but to be fair it wasn't an easy grab at all. Ginn has done the same.

[beastson52]

can't risk it when he has fumbled a good bit.

 

I see your point but, Is it riskier than going for it on fourth down how Rivera has been doing lately? Don't get me wrong, I'm not too high on Barner. I just think the whole hes not worth the "risk" argument is bologna.  You don't keep "risks" on your 53 man roster.

[IGSaint]

Before his injury and character concerns he was projected as a possible top 5 pick. Steal.

 

That's why this team should take chances on people with character concerns and not poo poo everyone who has those concerns.

[micnificent28]

I never understood the up and arms the huddle got over this kid. He lost his job tot he black mamba and doesn't really do anything special. he's nothing more than a situational/ special teams player.

[Frizzy350]

didnt he muff that kickoff?

 

im not hating on him. i just understand why he's not getting reps right now in the direction we are headed.

 

i haven't gave up on him or anything like that.

 

To be fair that was a really wonky kickoff.

[pantherj]

RR wanted a quick scat back to use for screens. Mystery solved. I think he looks terrible, but I hear he's still being developed.

[doogy]

I never understood the up and arms the huddle got over this kid. He lost his job tot he black mamba and doesn't really do anything special. he's nothing more than a situational/ special teams player.

False. And what's wrong with having a "situational" player? Look at the Pats (Vereen) and Saints (Sproles/Thomas) with the way they use their RBs. In no way am I saying Barner is at that point now, but when we drafted him I assumed he would get that type of role and he really should because I don't see him succeeding in the NFL otherwise. He has not taken advantage of his opportunities thus far, but its tough when you can't get any rhythm going from the lack of snaps. Im hoping he is used more in empty sets and what not moving towards the playoffs because it would really add something to our traditional approach. In the end I just think he needs more time to grow as an NFL back and hopefully this offseason he gets it together. 

[KendrickPanther]

Why are we ripping our 6th round rookie draft pick during our best season in 5 years?

[CRA]

Why are we ripping our 6th round rookie draft pick during our best season in 5 years?

 

b/c as a fanbase we have been brainwashed into thinking RB is the end all be all......and not just your starter but every RB on your roster should of starting beastmode caliber.  Quadruple Trouble!!! 

[MHS831]

Come on.  RB is crowded here, but if he can learn the system, we have a back next year.  I have not seen enough touches to have made the determination to keep him or cut him.