... and one of the points of emphasis was on how the changes to the rules that are allowing receivers more freedom in their release and particularly with what's allowed after 5 yards, teams are now starting to go back to the smaller, shiftier guys.
http://www.sbnation.com/2015/9/2/924861 ... ting-ducks
Is this why we keep drafting small guys and trying to find bigger guys in later rounds or UDFA? Or is it just a lack of options when we draft?
Also, do we even have the passing game to utilize these guys properly? I get that they do well when plays break down and they need to get open during a scramble but someone please explain to me why everyone describes our route concepts as being really simple? What do other teams do in that regard, that we do not (serious question)?
http://www.sbnation.com/2015/9/2/924861 ... ting-ducks
The NFL tends to evolve in cycles of action and reaction. Due to the combination of these new rules emphases, and a trend toward bigger cornerbacks on the outside, there's been a reactionary swing that's seen smaller receivers achieve more success.
Since his time in the NFL (1997-2001), Anthony tells me that the NFL has changed tremendously.
"For the smaller guys like myself that were known for speed and not all the strength and big-body wise," he said, "the ability to get a free release, it makes it a lot easier. Because now, after 5 yards, they really can't even put a hand on you.
Is this why we keep drafting small guys and trying to find bigger guys in later rounds or UDFA? Or is it just a lack of options when we draft?
Also, do we even have the passing game to utilize these guys properly? I get that they do well when plays break down and they need to get open during a scramble but someone please explain to me why everyone describes our route concepts as being really simple? What do other teams do in that regard, that we do not (serious question)?