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(08-09-2015, 01:06 PM)BengalsRocker Wrote: They all can be effect.  That I'll agree.

However a lot of Green's high percentage routes are those of mid-level.

It sure would be nice for CBs to be worried about another WR playing deep that is a serious threat.

If not to pull them for AJ then to actually make some of those deep plays from time to time.

Sanu doesn't have the abilities and Tate has speed but doesn't beat coverage well.

All I'm saying is if Marvin Jones doesn't produce or is injury prone we could be in for some trouble long run.

Eifert might get past some FS/SS but to ask him to beat CBs on a regular basis is not realistic.  Especially with our history of playcalling.

As fas as I'm concerned Eifert is in the same boat as Marvin Jones.  He needs to produce and stay healthy.  Otherwise there's a lot of doubt still looming.

I think some feel a deep threat has to be able to streak down the field and outrun everyone. I know it is early, but Alford catching crossing routes of 20 plus yards and catch the ball in the middle of the field and split the seam could be a huge weapon. The key with any deep threat is the OL needs to go from 2.5 seconds of no pressure, to 3.5 to 4 seconds so the QB has time. AD or AJ also need to help the OL by being able to move to the right spot and make the 1st guy miss.

My point is Jones definitely if healthy has enough speed to get the attention of a safety. If we add in a speed guy with Green and Jones with Alford, then defenses have to play it safe making them very predictable on coverage so advantage goes to the OC. This does not even factor in Eifert and a great running game with Hill and Gio. It is early, but I see some guys I would love to watch and see if they can grow into very good NFL players in 2015 and beyond.