09-18-2017, 09:30 PM
(09-18-2017, 02:47 PM)Millhouse Wrote: I wasn't the biggest fan of the Mixon selection in the draft.
I have been a Gio advocate for years to get more playing time.
I thought Hill should have been let go after he fumbled away the win against Pitt in the playoff game.
Going into week three with a 0-2 start, I am now in the opinion that it is time to start Mixon and give him the bulk of the carries making him the new workhorse. Let him have 20-30 carries, bring Gio in on 3rd and longs, then maybe use Hill if there is a short yardage situation.
A running back needs consistent touches to get a feel for the guys up front blocking for them. And though I was hesitant to want Mixon to start early on the year due to his inexperience, I'm not anymore. Let the kid play and see what he has. And using Gio more sparingly with fresher legs will maximize his runs as well.
Hell no bro. Mixon has to earn his spot. You dont just start Mixon over Gio because of size. He has to produce like Gio. No wonder the Bengals are perennial losers. They won't play the real talent because of whatever excuses, in this case Gio not being able to handle the load. BS. I'm still confused how Hill got the starting job over Gio when he's wincing in pain after every carry since he's been here. Feed Gio Feed AJ Feed Ross= win!
