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(06-01-2023, 02:42 PM)ochocincos Wrote: I think Elliott could easily be a Mixon replacement after adjusting to the offense.


Both guys about the same size (although I think Mixon is smaller than Elliott now), speed (both were sub-4.5 when being drafted at 225+ lb), both are good pass catchers, both have been called upon to have 20+ touches a game many seasons.
The difference is Elliott is a better pass blocker, and he's just 1 year older than Mixon(albeit many, many more carries over his career).

If the cost of Mixon's dead cap + Elliott signing is about the same as just keeping Mixon though, it's probably just safer to roll with Mixon even if Zeke is a better pass blocker.

I think Mixon is a better receiver & runner generally at this stage. More zip. Elliot is a better short yardage runner and better blocker.