Totally agree!!! What's with platooning Holmes?
They could also both be in the backfield at the same time. It wouldn't allow the defence to key on one or the other. It would also open up the screen to either.
I've got nothing against Curry, he's just done absolutely nothing all season long.
Whether Maas isn't looking for him or he isn't open is irrelevant. The point is, he isn't gtting the ball and neither is Holmes. IF I had to pick between the two, I'd prefer Holmes on the field.
OK now the big question. A fullback who can catch better or one that blocks better? I say this is where we need the platoon. I believe Radlein can line up as a TE and be a more versatile player. He loses some in blocking but adds a lot as a receiving threat. Dickerson is a better blocker but until he shows something in a game the opposing defence can pretty much ignore him and it allows the Lbs to cover the SBs a lot more effectively. If he stays in the game we need to get him the ball once or twice a game. Just my opinion. Any thoughts?
re-I wouldn’t make it a permanent move, ---- :lol: I would, Isnt it a rule for successful teams , that the best Players are on the field. – The only question is whether lumsden needs a lead block ., But imho he could still bust big gains from the Fullback position, – My take on How to use Holmes / Lumsden combo is to develop a “spread” running attack (moving pocket)–with the Talent the Ticats have there are many options available, But whatever turns out to be the rite mix, it should include One of either Lumsden or Radlin Playing slot :rockin: :cowboy:
re-re-I wouldn't make it a permanent move, ---- Laughing I would, Isnt it a rule for successful teams , that the best Players are on the field. -- The only question is whether lumsden needs a lead block ., But imho he could still bust big gains from the Fullback position, -- My take on How to use Holmes / Lumsden combo is to develop a "spread" running attack (moving pocket)--with the Talent the Ticats have there are many options available, But whatever turns out to be the rite mix, it should include One of either Lumsden or Radlin Playing slot Rockin! Cowboy----------- this could be a good set- Lumsden slot, Radlin TE ,Holmes tailback,Dickerson Fullback ???
I guess if Jo Jo is going to stay as special teams return man, and if you aren't going to use Holmes to return any kicks, then Holmes should be used full time on the offence, and make the move permanent.
Yes I would put them on the field together or I would trade Holmes. I think he is great but if there is no place for him…
I advocated this very thing before the season and predicted that they would play and Radlein would sit (and I took a lot of abuse here for suggesting it). I was right about Radlein (+1 for me!) but wrong about why he would sit (-1).
I just don’t understand what’s up with Holmes…it is baffling…
I would definatly move Ralph outside to solve his offside penalties problems and would put Holmes in as SB. I'm sure that there are many plays that could be run with those two backs that would make Defenses think. Don't use them tho' until after you've played Sasketchewan.
When you have two talented guys like Lumsden and Holmes, I can't for the life of me see why they both aren't on the field at the same time. Their styles complement each other really well. It's just another Taafe decision that puzzles me.