Is Jordan Wilkins Overlooked?

[coltsfeva]

5.6 yards per rush

5.3 yards per reception (which may have been hampered by our less than average rb screen game)

 

    Any time I’ve heard national media talk about the Colts’ run game, they mention only Mack and Heines. Wilkins had some decent runs last year, showing some good vision and elusiveness.

 

    Do you think he’s being overlooked nationally and/or by Colts fans?

 

Does he make the final 53?

 

What’s your thoughts on #20?

[Rackeen305]

I honestly like him. One characteristic that stands out about Wilkins is that once he makes contact, he usually falls forward not backwards. A good quality to have. 

[Valpo2004]

He's got a fatal flaw that unless corrected will doom his NFL career.  Fumbleitis.  

 

If he was more secure with the ball I think he would legit split reps with Mack.  

 

But there is a reason that the number of carries he had was limited.  

[Four2itus]

Not by me. 

[Restinpeacesweetchloe]

I think he played really well. Both Hines and Wilkins had really good rookie seasons. With Mack we have a really good RB trio. I hope we can figure out how to get Hines on the field with Mack to confuse defenses more.

[Fisticuffs111]

I like Wilkins a lot, just has to fix the fumbling issue before it becomes too big a problem. Which is weird because he had a really good fumble rate in college, but he definitely seems to hold the ball loosely at times.

I tried to find an article I recently read about it, that the coaches knew it was a problem and were working to fix it throughout the season. Would explain why he stopped getting carries for a long stretch toward the end of the season. Couldn't find the article though.

[Devildog]

No I don't think he was overlooked.  Mack, Hines, and Wilkins all have different skill sets. 

[hoosierhawk]

I don't remember a boat load of fumbles. How many did he have? I suppose 1 is to many for a third string back though.

[coltsfeva]

18 minutes ago, hoosierhawk said:

I don't remember a boat load of fumbles. How many did he have? I suppose 1 is to many for a third string back though.

2 same as Mack

[MFT5]

Wilkins is good he has a role. honestly could get 3 more caries than hines and i’d be happy 

 

Mack - 15 carries 

Wilkins - 8, carries our strongest runner imo

Hines - 5 carries *should be used strictly like Reggie Bush in NO

[TonyBungee]

I seriously think if he stays healthy, Wilkins will end up being the best of the 3.  

[dodsworth]

Mack had a nice sophomore jump and I expect the same with

Wilkins and Hines......Howard Mudd now in the mix should help 

production for all of the above this season.

[shasta519]

I don't think so. He's a RB2 who gets what is blocked...and hasn't shown much in the passing game. Not a bad guy to have on the team.

[#12.]

He's solid as hell - all around.  Hopefully he gets a little more work in year 2.  

[Scott Pennock]

1 hour ago, coltsfeva said:

5.6 yards per rush

5.3 yards per reception (which may have been hampered by our less than average rb screen game)

 

    Any time I’ve heard national media talk about the Colts’ run game, they mention only Mack and Heines. Wilkins had some decent runs last year, showing some good vision and elusiveness.

 

    Do you think he’s being overlooked nationally and/or by Colts fans?

 

Does he make the final 53?

 

What’s your thoughts on #20?

Absolutely he is overlooked. 

 

He ran pretty well at the beginning of the year when we were starting our "B" offensive line.

 

When he ran (quite a bit less) after the real offensive line was starting he ran even better with minimal touches.

 

In addition to that, he played well on special teams coverage too.

 

Another off-season and training camp and he'll likely have his 2 perceived weaknesses corrected - fumbles and pass pro.

 

He isn't going anywhere in my opinion.

[aaron11]

1 hour ago, hoosierhawk said:

I don't remember a boat load of fumbles. How many did he have? I suppose 1 is to many for a third string back though.

its not that he had a lot, its that they were bad fumbles.  the defenders didnt make great plays and knock it out, he dropped it when he shouldnt have

[Douzer]

He's not overlooked by me... The kid can play!

Video of Hines & Wilkins rookie season

 

[That Guy]

2 hours ago, coltsfeva said:

5.3 yards per reception

Are we throwing this stat out there and pretending it's impressive?  Even for a RB, that seems low. 

[LockeDown]

They will never realize their potential until we give them a nickname.  The OK Corral?  Haha 

[Eddiefannin]

5 hours ago, coltsfeva said:

5.6 yards per rush

5.3 yards per reception (which may have been hampered by our less than average rb screen game)

 

    Any time I’ve heard national media talk about the Colts’ run game, they mention only Mack and Heines. Wilkins had some decent runs last year, showing some good vision and elusiveness.

 

    Do you think he’s being overlooked nationally and/or by Colts fans?

 

Does he make the final 53?

 

What’s your thoughts on #20?

Wilkins is fine where he is,a third stringer,but by no means is he that good.

[WoolMagnet]

I've wondered the same thing.  

My thoughts are they wanted Mack to get his touches and Hines was very versitile..:: especially for a rookie.  I think Reichs offense loves that type rb.

Perhaps wilkins wasnt ready for pass blocking.  Im not sure really.  He looked up ked good to me when he got touches.  To my eye test , he reminds me alot of Mack actually:

Do i remember him having some drops early, or was he banged up?  Im a lil confused we didnt see more of him either.  Especially late in games.

[Hoose]

Wilkins is a decent backup. And will likely spend his career in that role. He doesn’t have the speed or wiggle for a starting role in the NFL. But he has talent; as others have said he makes positive yards almost every time he touches the ball. His limited touches were reduced even further by a couple of untimely fumbles. But if he cleans that up, he can have a nice career in the NFL. As a backup. He’ll be back next year. 

[Restinpeacesweetchloe]

4 hours ago, Douzer said:

He's not overlooked by me... The kid can play!

Video of Hines & Wilkins rookie season

 

That that was a great video. Both of them played there butts off. Especially for rookies.  Man the oline opened up a lot of running room. My question is where were they in KC. Bad coaching not using them.

[LJpalmbeacher2]

No, he's not overlooked. He is what he is.

There's a old saying in football: "RB's are a Dime a Dozen".

That saying describes most backs we've had since Edge. It most definitely also describes Wilkins.

Give him a hole and he will get some yards. But he's not a playmaker/gamechanger or a #1RB.

Every NFL check he receives he and his family probably greatly appreciate it. I doubt he ever makes much more than the rookie/vet minumum. 

If he gets injured or cut a RB off the street could easily replace his production.

 

Having said all that he did look decent last year at times. I doubt Ballard upgrades our RB group much if any, so I think he has a good chance at being RB#4. Which is ok with me. I wouldn't want him any higher than that.

[Colts1324]

I like Wilkins. I think he has a lot of potential to be a very solid RB2. However, at this point, the answer is no. He reminds me a lot of Dominic Rhodes, don’t ask why. 

[Aaron86]

8 hours ago, LJpalmbeacher2 said:

No, he's not overlooked. He is what he is.

There's a old saying in football: "RB's are a Dime a Dozen".

That saying describes most backs we've had since Edge. It most definitely also describes Wilkins.

Give him a hole and he will get some yards. But he's not a playmaker/gamechanger or a #1RB.

Every NFL check he receives he and his family probably greatly appreciate it. I doubt he ever makes much more than the rookie/vet minumum. 

If he gets injured or cut a RB off the street could easily replace his production.

 

Having said all that he did look decent last year at times. I doubt Ballard upgrades our RB group much if any, so I think he has a good chance at being RB#4. Which is ok with me. I wouldn't want him any higher than that.

Wilkens can play ball. I think you are being a bit harsh. 

[IinD]

He's definitely got talent and is in the mix. He's gotta produce and play well because I could easily see him as the odd man out if a RB comes in and plays well. Hines and Mack are locks, he's not.

[dodsworth]

7 hours ago, Colts1324 said:

I like Wilkins. I think he has a lot of potential to be a very solid RB2. However, at this point, the answer is no. He reminds me a lot of Dominic Rhodes, don’t ask why. 

Both are one cut downhill runners. I can see the similarities.

[Restinpeacesweetchloe]

1 minute ago, dodsworth said:

Both are one cut downhill runners. I can see the similarities.

Rhodes and Addaii made a pretty good tandem in 06.

[Vexed]

I really like this kid. He’s got really good vision and patience which can’t be taught, and once he cleans up a few things like blocking and ball control, I think he shuts down some of the naysayers.

[LockeDown]

Ballard says if you aren’t prototypical you need to be really good at one thing.   Wilkins. needs to find his niche. His vision might be that one thing but he needs to be able to convert yardage when there isn’t much room and he needs to NEVER fumble it Or he won’t last long. 

[sreeb2deeni]

15 hours ago, LJpalmbeacher2 said:

No, he's not overlooked. He is what he is.

There's a old saying in football: "RB's are a Dime a Dozen".

That saying describes most backs we've had since Edge. It most definitely also describes Wilkins.

Give him a hole and he will get some yards. But he's not a playmaker/gamechanger or a #1RB.

Every NFL check he receives he and his family probably greatly appreciate it. I doubt he ever makes much more than the rookie/vet minumum. 

If he gets injured or cut a RB off the street could easily replace his production.

 

Having said all that he did look decent last year at times. I doubt Ballard upgrades our RB group much if any, so I think he has a good chance at being RB#4. Which is ok with me. I wouldn't want him any higher than that.

What a ridiculous thing to say.

[aaron11]

4 minutes ago, sreeb2deeni said:

What a ridiculous thing to say.

no it isnt, they can find a free agent that can get 300 yards in a year

[AwesomeAustin]

He needs to keep doing what he is doing and opportunity will come his way.  Mack will suffer injuries like most backs do and when that time come Wilkins is a viable option to step up.  Typically rookie running backs struggle with pass pro. We may see a sophomore jump from him. Mack is better and I don’t think Mack is a legit rb1. Between the three, they will produce enough to provide a viable running game. 

[Horse Shoe Heaven]

I like Wilkins, he had an  unfortunate  Fumble and lost some playing time due to it, but the skill is there IMO! When drafted Ballard said Wilkins reminded him of Forte! I would agree, tough, a little wiggle, decent speed, and can catch the ball! Given opportunity I think he could at least be an above average RB! My guess is he gets more touch’s this year.

[Defjamz26]

He’s talented but nothing special. The Colts should bring a late round RB to push him and Mack. 

[joeb]

I hope they work with him and can fix that fumbling issue. Just watched the video and he looks very good to me. He gets that ball and he can scoot.

[Dark Superman]

I was shocked Wilkins didn't see more went on.

[Behle]

After Mack’s first year the area he needed to improve on was in pass protection. Add a year of experience and Wilkins will be used more.  Depth is important year in and year out. 

[colt18]

On 3/8/2019 at 4:33 PM, TonyBungee said:

I seriously think if he stays healthy, Wilkins will end up being the best of the 3.  

 

 nope

 

 

Wilkins is okay but he's not better than Mack