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Could Wright be all Wrong?
Teams across the league have been struggling to establish their identities on offense. In an inaugural draft that was swimming with elite defensive talent, players expected to break out on offense are finding themselves pulled down by the current. For the Orange County Otters, of course, it's impossible to ignore the epic meltdown of QB Mike Boss who only days ago was viewed as the clear starter. But behind that picture there is an even deeper problem for the Otters offense. Ever since the beginning of the preseason, Otters feature back Omar Wright has struggled to produce competitive numbers despite ample opportunity. What could be even worse for him is that backup RB Leroy Jenkins has been running far better, posting a higher YPC in every single game this year. As the offense around him has struggled to maintain drives amid interceptions, drops, and short gains, Jenkins has been indomitable and fearless, running with both speed and power. He seems to be on the same wavelength with the offensive line and lead blockers, and a recent study shows that power running backs around the league have been more productive than their speedy counterparts.
Jenkins who, at a terrifying 6'4" and 260 pounds, is a physical freak on a team that values freakiness, has been vocal and confident in his own abilities. Jenkins seems to be well thought of by his teammates, with TE George Wright questioning whether he even needed blockers or if he would be better off just mauling the opposing defense. He has even shown off some value in the passing game, hauling in 3 receptions against Arizona.
You might think a player would waiver under these circumstances, but Omar Wright has taken it all in stride. It's clear that he is as concerned with his mediocre running as anyone else and wants to improve. While Wright began the Preseason as the clear feature back, a switch to a committee between the two players seems to have helped keep Wright from tiring out late in drives and run better overall. If he continues to see himself outrun by his teammate Jenkins he may find fewer opportunities to show his value to the team.
On a team that had 24 pancake blocks and possessed the ball for over 40 minutes but still lost horribly, there are probably bigger fish to fry than who gets how many carries. This team is starving to find the endzone, though, and Jenkins physical running and fearless attitude may be the boost that the Otters need to control the scoreboard the way they control the field.
100% Trump approved fake news!
Could Wright be all Wrong?
Teams across the league have been struggling to establish their identities on offense. In an inaugural draft that was swimming with elite defensive talent, players expected to break out on offense are finding themselves pulled down by the current. For the Orange County Otters, of course, it's impossible to ignore the epic meltdown of QB Mike Boss who only days ago was viewed as the clear starter. But behind that picture there is an even deeper problem for the Otters offense. Ever since the beginning of the preseason, Otters feature back Omar Wright has struggled to produce competitive numbers despite ample opportunity. What could be even worse for him is that backup RB Leroy Jenkins has been running far better, posting a higher YPC in every single game this year. As the offense around him has struggled to maintain drives amid interceptions, drops, and short gains, Jenkins has been indomitable and fearless, running with both speed and power. He seems to be on the same wavelength with the offensive line and lead blockers, and a recent study shows that power running backs around the league have been more productive than their speedy counterparts.
Jenkins who, at a terrifying 6'4" and 260 pounds, is a physical freak on a team that values freakiness, has been vocal and confident in his own abilities. Jenkins seems to be well thought of by his teammates, with TE George Wright questioning whether he even needed blockers or if he would be better off just mauling the opposing defense. He has even shown off some value in the passing game, hauling in 3 receptions against Arizona.
You might think a player would waiver under these circumstances, but Omar Wright has taken it all in stride. It's clear that he is as concerned with his mediocre running as anyone else and wants to improve. While Wright began the Preseason as the clear feature back, a switch to a committee between the two players seems to have helped keep Wright from tiring out late in drives and run better overall. If he continues to see himself outrun by his teammate Jenkins he may find fewer opportunities to show his value to the team.
On a team that had 24 pancake blocks and possessed the ball for over 40 minutes but still lost horribly, there are probably bigger fish to fry than who gets how many carries. This team is starving to find the endzone, though, and Jenkins physical running and fearless attitude may be the boost that the Otters need to control the scoreboard the way they control the field.
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