Ahmad Bradshaw is a beast

[RockThatBlue]

That is all

[21isSuperman]

I said this in the game night thread and I'll say it again here.  T-Rich's primary role on this team shouldn't be to play RB; his primary role should be to allow Bradshaw to rest.  The difference between their running styles is huge.  Bradshaw fights for extra yards, runs north/south, and will find a way to squeeze himself into tight holes.  T-Rich likes going sideways too much and won't go through a hole unless you can fit a train through it.  For a "bowling ball of butcher knives", Richardson really likes to dance around and juke/dodge people than run through them.

[RockThatBlue]

I said this in the game night thread and I'll say it again here. T-Rich's primary role on this team shouldn't be to play RB; his primary role should be to allow Bradshaw to rest. The difference between their running styles is huge. Bradshaw fights for extra yards, runs north/south, and will find a way to squeeze himself into tight holes. T-Rich likes going sideways too much and won't go through a hole unless you can fit a train through it. For a "bowling ball of butcher knives", Richardson really likes to dance around and juke/dodge people than run through them.

This is all true. Bradshaw is a heck of a pass catcher too. Thought I read hes on pace to break some sort of record. Hes a bad man.

[ReMeDy]

I said this in the game night thread and I'll say it again here.  T-Rich's primary role on this team shouldn't be to play RB; his primary role should be to allow Bradshaw to rest.  The difference between their running styles is huge.  Bradshaw fights for extra yards, runs north/south, and will find a way to squeeze himself into tight holes.  T-Rich likes going sideways too much and won't go through a hole unless you can fit a train through it.  For a "bowling ball of butcher knives", Richardson really likes to dance around and juke/dodge people than run through them.

 

Trent Richardson is like a power back who thinks he's an elusive back. He also thinks too much. He needs to hit the hole and truck fools. Problem is I'm concerned he's too wide to fit in those holes. I think it's his glutes. They're the size of oversized pumpkins. Shed that weight, boy!

[BOTT]

I said this in the game night thread and I'll say it again here.  T-Rich's primary role on this team shouldn't be to play RB; his primary role should be to allow Bradshaw to rest.  The difference between their running styles is huge.  Bradshaw fights for extra yards, runs north/south, and will find a way to squeeze himself into tight holes.  T-Rich likes going sideways too much and won't go through a hole unless you can fit a train through it.  For a "bowling ball of butcher knives", Richardson really likes to dance around and juke/dodge people than run through them.

That would be his role if Bradshaw didn't have health concerns. Not to turn this into a bash TRich thread, but I wish the colts would give Herron a few carries. I think he bring s lil more burst than Richardson and Bradshaw.

[Somewhere ovr the Waynebow]

I read somewhere (although I could be way off base) that T-Rich is about 20 pounds heavier than his weight at Bama. If that's the case, I'd like to see him drop that weight. Or...just learn to lower his head and run with abandon like Bradshaw.

 

No doubt, Bradshaw is a special running back. That screen pass was a thing of beauty.

[tfunky14]

I thought they both played well last night.

[OffensivelyPC]

That would be his role if Bradshaw didn't have health concerns. Not to turn this into a bash TRich thread, but I wish the colts would give Herron a few carries. I think he bring s lil more burst than Richardson and Bradshaw.

Well, if he didn't have health concerns, he'd probably still be in New York.

[ThaCaliColt]

Absolutely love Bradshaw. The guy takes 3-4 potential busted plays last night and finds a way to create positive yardage. Richardson is progressing, but his tendancy is still to pause at critical moments at the onset of plays. I personally feel Boom Herron and Bradshaw could be quite a threat. I am pleased that T-Rich is improving however.

[Dark Superman]

Bradshaw has been a beast ever since he stepped foot into the NFL, his only downfall has been injuries. I was one of the few people who wanted us to resign him because I knew what kind of player he can be if healthy

[SMett]

More of those pitch plays where they run the stretch to the outside please. They both get 8-9 yards consistently out of those.

And no more of that power set where the TE comes in motion, sets up in the backfield and they run up the gut on first down. I don't think they've ever picked up more than 1 yard with that play. Please stop it! I swear at my TV every time i see it coming. 

[chad72]

Bradshaw is all non-stop motor and decisiveness. He does not hestitate and does not easily go down on first contact.

[NewEra]

Trent Richardson is like a power back who thinks he's an elusive back. He also thinks too much. He needs to hit the hole and truck fools. Problem is I'm concerned he's too wide to fit in those holes. I think it's his glutes. They're the size of oversized pumpkins. Shed that weight, boy!

I was thinking the same thing. He is huge. There is no way he is 225. More like 235-245. He also hits the hole square instead of going through sideways like Brown used to do. Trent has more power than Bradshaw but Bradshaw has more quick twitch and keeps churning which is hard to get a bead on him.

[NewEra]

Sorry, point was he needs to make his mind up. If he wants to be a power back cool. Then go Mile Alstot some fools. You want shake and bake lose some lbs's and get some speed and burst back. And learn to turn your famn shoulders instead of squaring up

[Moopsiepuffs]

He is made to look better than he is because Richardson is absolutely horrible. On any other team he would appear to be the middle-of-the-pack veteran that he is.

[Coffeedrinker]

I was thinking the same thing. He is huge. There is no way he is 225. More like 235-245. He also hits the hole square instead of going through sideways like Brown used to do. Trent has more power than Bradshaw but Bradshaw has more quick twitch and keeps churning which is hard to get a bead on him.

A RBs shoulders should just about always be parallel to the goalline.  They are not supposed to turn their shoulders that is what James meant when he told TRich to stay behind his pads.

 

I like the 1-2 punch of TRich and Bradshaw and I like both their running styles.  With TRich, like ReMeDy stated, he needs to quite trying to be a scat back and just lower his shoulders some times.  He's getting better at it but I'd still like to see more.  Last night I thought Bradshaw looked a little timid and hesitant at times.  And his recognition when to block still needs work.  He had a nice solo block on Watt last night but I counted three other times when he let a defender run right past him and he didn't even try to block.  He's going to get Luck smashed one of these days.

[BlueCollarColts]

Bradshaw is really good. 

[21isSuperman]

That would be his role if Bradshaw didn't have health concerns. Not to turn this into a bash TRich thread, but I wish the colts would give Herron a few carries. I think he bring s lil more burst than Richardson and Bradshaw.

I would love to see Boom get a few more carries.  His aggressive running style is very similar to Bradshaw, but he's younger and has fresher legs.  I definitely think he deserves more touches.

[Le Neon]

I was thinking the same thing. He is huge. There is no way he is 225. More like 235-245. He also hits the hole square instead of going through sideways like Brown used to do. Trent has more power than Bradshaw but Bradshaw has more quick twitch and keeps churning which is hard to get a bead on him.

Richardson is a square, there is no going sideways. Lol

He reminds me of Bettis in St. Louis. He needs a wide hole to fit through.

[TheJACKCOLT]

Bradshaw is very good at getting yards when the hole is not there, he will pop it outside or cut it back, he is relentless and just keeps churning his legs and makes something out of nothing. He is very slippery and refuses to go down. He makes you feel like, every time he touches the ball, there is a chance he is going to break a long one. Never gives up.

[lollygagger8]

When Trent actually takes off and doesn't Joseph Addai potter patter happy feet, he can do real damage.

Just go man! You can do it!

[RockThatBlue]

I agree with everyone saying that Boom Herron needs carries. How he doesn't get at least 3 carries a game stumps me. He doesn't even see the field outside of special teams.

[NewEra]

A RBs shoulders should just about always be parallel to the goalline. They are not supposed to turn their shoulders that is what James meant when he told TRich to stay behind his pads.

I like the 1-2 punch of TRich and Bradshaw and I like both their running styles. With TRich, like ReMeDy stated, he needs to quite trying to be a scat back and just lower his shoulders some times. He's getting better at it but I'd still like to see more. Last night I thought Bradshaw looked a little timid and hesitant at times. And his recognition when to block still needs work. He had a nice solo block on Watt last night but I counted three other times when he let a defender run right past him and he didn't even try to block. He's going to get Luck smashed one of these days.

I was meaning to twist to get through the hole like Brown was doing last year. I agree about just grab the ball and go. Tries to juke and shuffle his feet to much. I like Trent though. I think he's running a lot better. But people comain about burst and speed. Not sure if it's the hesitant stuff or needs to lose a few pounds.

[Lucky Charm]

Amazing to think he's a 7th round draft pick. BEAST.

[Superfly Jay]

Bradshaw is that dude. He should be the starter with Boom backing him up or vice versa. Richardson can sit at the end of the bench with Ballard.

[southwest1]

That would be his role if Bradshaw didn't have health concerns. Not to turn this into a bash TRich thread, but I wish the colts would give Herron a few carries. I think he bring s lil more burst than Richardson and Bradshaw.

I agree 100% BOTT. I realize that TR is more or less the wear down the d-line back against our opponent, but most running backs I know are supposed to hit the hole & move the chains not tap dance sideways like a Broadway chorus line in NY City. I know he got a TD Thursday night because I watched the game tonight, but if he is our essential back in the playoffs we are toast. 

 

I wanna see what Herron can do against the starting d-line. If I wanted to see a back constantly fall down like a clown, I'd go to the circus. I'm not questioning TR's effort just his lackluster results. 

[southwest1]

Trent Richardson is like a power back who thinks he's an elusive back. He also thinks too much. He needs to hit the hole and truck fools. Problem is I'm concerned he's too wide to fit in those holes. I think it's his glutes. They're the size of oversized pumpkins. Shed that weight, boy!

Yes RMDY with less weight comes more speed, but with thickness comes durability, availability, & the strength to withstand greater punishment.

 

Personally, I think TR has no peripheral vision or a large blind spot so shedding pounds won't fix his game IMHO. 

[southwest1]

When Trent actually takes off and doesn't Joseph Addai potter patter happy feet, he can do real damage.

Just go man! You can do it!

One major problem with that example though. TR does damage in open space never in congested traffic. Bradshaw can run between the tackles & follow his blockers. TR not so much. Okay, to be fair, I have seen TR shed some defenders while running occasionally, but honestly Lollygagger you get yards in open space too so I don't really view that skill as revolutionary in the ground game. 

[crazycolt1]

I thought they both played well last night.

Well that wouldn't be as good as a lets bash TRich some more thread. Even though TRich did out run Bradshaw against the Texans. Bradshaw had 34 yards and TRich had 41 yards. Both had a TD but that don't fit the lets bash TRich some more mode.

[southwest1]

Bradshaw is all non-stop motor and decisiveness. He does not hestitate and does not easily go down on first contact.

Phil Simms talked about this...How TR now has the Colts playbook down, was thinking too much last year, & he needs to just react & trust what his eyes see so that his legs can act accordingly. I sincerely hope so man. 

 

I always get frustrated when backs fail to see a crease or run toward it. In the playoffs, Bill Belichick & the NE Patriots are going to cut off all running lanes. There will be nothing to bounce outside which will completely neutralize TR & make him useless in Nov & Dec. I can guarantee you that right now, which is why I want to see how good Herron is ASAP so we know what we have to work with & what we can tweak or improve on with him. 

 

Our only option then if Herron isn't ready is to use our TEs Allen & Fleener as our ground game through intermediate passes & comeback routes to keep the chains moving leaving Nicks, Wayne, & Moncrief deep. Similar to what HC Andy Reid loved to do in Philadelphia.

 

Yes I know that TY is money on the hail mary long ball pass, but the grey hoodie will take Hilton away 1st not Reggie but speed is more dangerous than experience to Bill. 

[ColtsHoosiersBB]

I would love to see Boom get a few more carries.  His aggressive running style is very similar to Bradshaw, but he's younger and has fresher legs.  I definitely think he deserves more touches.

I agree. Herron needs a few touches a game to see what he can do in the 3rd or 4th quarter

with a fresh set of legs against a tiring defense. This also helps save Bradshaw for the post

from accumulative injury.

[jskinnz]

To me the overriding sentiment about this thread is that:

1) the term beast is used way too often.

2) the age of people using the term "beast" to describe any football player is way younger than my advanced years.

[Legend of Luck]

I thought they both played well last night.

So did I. I love our 1-2 punch!

[Gabriel Alexander Morillo]

Well that wouldn't be as good as a lets bash TRich some more thread. Even though TRich did out run Bradshaw against the Texans. Bradshaw had 34 yards and TRich had 41 yards. Both had a TD but that don't fit the lets bash TRich some more mode.

Look at the # of carries.

[BigQandTheManiac]

i hope we can reach an agreement with him after this season...isn't he signed to a one year deal?

[crazycolt1]

Look at the # of carries.

Your comment is exactly what I was pointing out. Who cares? The Colts RBs are running together and doing better than they have in a long while. You still insist on bashing TRich no matter what he does. The Colts have won 4 in a row and you still whine about TRich. Up till this week he was leading the Colts in all purpose yardage but lets bash him some more this week. It's like a broken record that gets real old.

[Gabriel Alexander Morillo]

Your comment is exactly what I was pointing out. Who cares? The Colts RBs are running together and doing better than they have in a long while. You still insist on bashing TRich no matter what he does. The Colts have won 4 in a row and you still whine about TRich. Up till this week he was leading the Colts in all purpose yardage but lets bash him some more this week. It's like a broken record that gets real old.

Don't point out his total yardage without # of touches... That's ignorant

[21isSuperman]

To me the overriding sentiment about this thread is that:

1) the term beast is used way too often.

2) the age of people using the term "beast" to describe any football player is way younger than my advanced years.

[ruksak]

To me the overriding sentiment about this thread is that:

1) the term beast is used way too often.

2) the age of people using the term "beast" to describe any football player is way younger than my advanced years.

You are a BEAST!!!

[King Colt]

Ahmad must have spent alot of time lying on the lawn as a child becuase he now carries a phobia against touching it with any part of his body other than his feet. Hopegully there is no cure.