12-12-2017, 04:43 PM
(12-12-2017, 03:47 PM)Benton Wrote: It takes a back time to settle into a rhythm. Sometimes when teams try to balance the load, it's like they're stifling someone heating up and forcing someone playing cold. I'd look to alternate their play based off who is heating up that day.
That may mean Mixon gets around 80% of the touches each game for a couple weeks, and then Gio gets 70% for a couple. But not a set 'you're only playing every third down' or 'you're the starter.'
I don't think it has to be in stone, just go with who is making plays that day.
Completely agree with all of this, both these backs are looking good right now. Give the one who is getting that rhythm
going the rock the majority of the time. I have no favorites here but i also agree with Sunset here that Mixon needs reps
more-so than good ole Gio, especially in pass pro and now that we are out of the Playoffs.
(12-12-2017, 03:51 PM)SunsetBengal Wrote: As the others have mentioned, the "hot hand" is both of them lately. The difference has been that running lanes have finally been opening, for whomever has the ball in their hands.
If Joe is to be the featured back, going forward, then he needs the experience and the pass pro reps. We already know exactly what Gio can do, I'm just happy he made the full recovery with his knee.
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