Re: Heath Evans to IR, Kyle Eckle Signed
 

Hard to say about Eckle. He was pretty good at Navy but hasn't gotten a lot of NFL time. Just the fact that he has bounced around and Houston also took a sniff at him but didn't bite. That's troubling. But hey, even great players have to get get their shot before becoming great.

Re: Heath Evans to IR, Kyle Eckle Signed
 

Career STATS...

Kyle Eckel: Career Stats

Rushing
17 Games - 57 Carries : 3.0 Average

Receiving
17 Games - 1 Reception : 6 Yards

11 Career Tackles

Re: Heath Evans to IR, Kyle Eckle Signed
 

The Saints offense has a way of making everyone look good.

Re: Heath Evans to IR, Kyle Eckle Signed
 

Well you have to trust in Payton after looking at a few FB's. I am sure Payton already has a few plays going to this guy already.

Although, I wouldn't be surprised to see a TE or even OL line up at the FB position. If anyone has noticed this season that there have been a few times an OL and played in the TE position.

I know its disappointing to see him hurt and out for the season but I think this also just gives Payton more oppitunities to be creative and work his genius.

Re: Heath Evans to IR, Kyle Eckle Signed
 

These Navy fullbacks are a different breed guys. I've seen Navy play three times within the last year, and they always seem to have a guy like Eckel who is a load to carry.

There are a few positives in my mind by signing a Navy fullback:

1) These guys are used to carrying the rock. Often times they are the leading rusher, or second leading rusher, on their teams which means that they are typically good at running the ball.

2) Great character. These guys are typically leaders on the field and on the battle field. I remember the guy who started for Navy one of the last few years was the commander of his entire platoon (or whatever it is, military guys help me out here).

3) Unbelievably disciplined. Navy is generally in the top 5 in the country in fewest penalties because they just have a greater sense of discipline than most other players.

Losing Evans stinks, and I wish him a full and speedy recovery, but I think that this offense will keep clicking.

Re: Heath Evans to IR, Kyle Eckle Signed
 

TOTALLY agree being from Navy myself even their QB's have to be RB's is how much they run. I think its a good pick up to replace Evens.

Re: Heath Evans to IR, Kyle Eckle Signed
 

Can he block? All that other stuff is good but can he block? He seems to have good upside. I'm going to sit back and watch how Payton utilizes him?:popcorn:

Re: Heath Evans to IR, Kyle Eckle Signed
 

called this one too.....dang losing heath hurts

Re: Heath Evans to IR, Kyle Eckle Signed
 

Sounds like a nice pickup, especially this late into the season. I wouldn't worry too much about him being unemployed, there really isn't a big market for FB's anymore. It does get me sick that Evans is out for the season, he was a real plus for the team.

Re: Heath Evans to IR, Kyle Eckle Signed
 

Well... this sucks... the guy was a proven player.

How long will it take his replacement to get up to speed?

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