Burkhead Making A Strong Impression in New England

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(06-26-2017, 03:33 PM)Pat5775 Wrote: Yep, I wanted Cook over Mixon as well. But once Minnesota jumped up and grabbed him I knew what was coming with our pick. I didn't hate the Mixon pick, but I didn't love it either. I really hope it works out for the best but I wouldn't be shocked if Cook has a better career

I preferred Mixon because he's more of a bellcow type of back with more power between the tackles that can send Hill to the bench.  Cook is closer to Gio in his skill set, and Gio is locked up long term.  The fumbling issues are also a big strike against Cook, especially since fumbles from the RB's have killed us in a couple of recent playoff losses.  

Off the field, if not for the video, Cook would've universally been seen as a higher character risk.

I would have been happy with either, but I gave Mixon a definite edge.  Still, it's kind of like comparing Shady McCoy to LeVeon Bell.  Different kinds of backs, but you can't go wrong with either.