05-28-2020, 12:00 PM
(05-27-2020, 08:30 AM)SHRacerX Wrote: I think one of Dalton's biggest weaknesses (mobility and downfield vision while manipulating the pocket) is one of Burrow's biggest strengths. Now, will Joe be able to feel as confident behind this offensive line? I actually believe he will. He made the LSU line look a lot better than it was, and I think the way he maneuvers around in the pocket will have a big effect on the receiving stats of the WRs, TEs, and RBs.
Defenders hate to have to cover for any extended period of time, and that ability to buy a little extra time was something we rarely saw from Dalton. Although, to be fair, in 2018 I thought Van Pelt had a huge impact on Dalton's abilities in relation to pocket awareness, but it didn't seem to last.
I made the much-maligned "Tyler Boyd- Record Chaser?" thread to try and convey how the 6'1", 202 lb Justin Jefferson had a ridiculous 111 receptions and 18 TDs out of the slot at LSU last season and how the 6'2", 202 lb, Tyler Boyd could have that kind of season with Burrow largely because of how Burrow attacks the middle of the field.
Burrow will take this offense to new heights. I can't wait to see it.
Well said.
Said it before I could about the comparison of Jefferson to Boyd. Plus Boyd is a big 6'2" practically 6'3" and a crisp route
runner with great hands. Boyd has had some very good seasons with Dalton throwing to him, I cannot imagine how good
of a season he can have with Burrow. Boyd is the one Receiver we seem to be able to count on health wise and he is clutch.
Mixon should also have a monster season catching the ball. Burrow loves throwing to the RB as well as the Slot.
