Post Jags Preseason: Cadet vs. Ivory?

Halo · 08-19-2012, 04:56 PM

After the 2nd Preseason game & HOF game, which player has played better and has the best shot at making the final roster:

Travis Cadet vs. Chris Ivory

Danno · 08-19-2012, 04:59 PM

Both

Ditch the 2nd FB since Dave Thomas is back.
Cadet can play multiple roles on offense and special teams.

Halo · 08-19-2012, 05:01 PM

Originally Posted by Danno

Both

Ditch the 2nd FB since Dave Thomas is back.
Cadet can play multiple roles on offense and special teams.

I agree but I went for the all or nothing poll based on performance.
Remember, this is only a measure until this point and things can change quick.

Didn't want to do the "all of the above" answer....

Danno · 08-19-2012, 05:12 PM

Originally Posted by Halo

I agree but I went for the all or nothing poll based on performance.
Remember, this is only a measure until this point and things can change quick.

Didn't want to do the "all of the above" answer....

If I had to pick only one, I'd say Cadet, although I love Ivory.

1-dimensional power backs like Ivory are a dime a dozen, but they're often injured and don't last long (reference Marion Barber).

Multi-skilled backs like Cadet don't come along as often and they fit our multi-dimensional offense better than Ivory ever could.

Its a very close call but I'd give the edge to Cadet, since he also plays 4 special teams units. He's 3 or 4 roster spots all in one player.

Halo · 08-19-2012, 05:15 PM

Ivory has kind of looked confused on what hole to hit when he gets the ball. It could be he's re-adjusting to being back there, could be no blocking formations. So far Cadet has been impressive, but I always root for Ivory and hope we keep both. Cadet vs. Ivory and Cadet has been the more impressive to this point.

Danno · 08-19-2012, 05:20 PM

There's a reason we gave Cadet an NFL record signing bonus for an undrafted player. He's done absolutely nothing to suggest we were wrong. There are probably 15 teams hoping we cut Cadet, and probably 10 teams hoping we cut Ivory.

An excess of riches we should be proud of.

|Mitch| · 08-19-2012, 05:30 PM

Since it's an all or nothing choice, I voted for Cadet. Just going off the preseason performances so far...

WhoDat!656 · 08-19-2012, 05:34 PM

Cadet! More bang for the buck!!

4thqtrsaint · 08-19-2012, 05:44 PM

Dang Danno, are you a coach or GM? LOL Shrewd move and that's my vote!
Great call!

If its one or the other, I stick with Ivory, but not without several sleepless nights before making that decision. I just think Sproles and PT are closer to Cadet in style and Ivory closer to Ingram. If Ingram goes down, I'd want Ivory for the downhill running.

A case for Cadet actually makes more sense, but my gut says Ivory. I think Ivory is a 1,200 + yd runner on another team.

Danno · 08-19-2012, 05:48 PM

Originally Posted by 4thqtrsaint

A case for Cadet actually makes more sense, but my gut says Ivory. I think Ivory is a 1,200 + yd runner on another team.

Judging from Ivory's past (HS/College/Pro) he'd never last long enough to provide a team with 1,200 yards rushing. He's made of glass.

View Poll Results: Post Jags Preseason, Runningbacks -you make the call - Cadet or Ivory?
Travis Cadet	62	65.26%
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Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,723	Re: Post Jags Preseason: Cadet vs. Ivory? Both Ditch the 2nd FB since Dave Thomas is back. Cadet can play multiple roles on offense and special teams. Halo, saintfan, Boutte and 4 others like this.

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Halo Site Donor MONTHLY Join Date: May 2002 Location: New Orleans, LA Posts: 20,717 Blog Entries: 45	Re: Post Jags Preseason: Cadet vs. Ivory? Originally Posted by Danno Both Ditch the 2nd FB since Dave Thomas is back. Cadet can play multiple roles on offense and special teams. I agree but I went for the all or nothing poll based on performance. Remember, this is only a measure until this point and things can change quick. Didn't want to do the "all of the above" answer....

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Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,723	Re: Post Jags Preseason: Cadet vs. Ivory? Originally Posted by Halo I agree but I went for the all or nothing poll based on performance. Remember, this is only a measure until this point and things can change quick. Didn't want to do the "all of the above" answer.... If I had to pick only one, I'd say Cadet, although I love Ivory. 1-dimensional power backs like Ivory are a dime a dozen, but they're often injured and don't last long (reference Marion Barber). Multi-skilled backs like Cadet don't come along as often and they fit our multi-dimensional offense better than Ivory ever could. Its a very close call but I'd give the edge to Cadet, since he also plays 4 special teams units. He's 3 or 4 roster spots all in one player. Halo and WhoDat!656 like this.

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Halo Site Donor MONTHLY Join Date: May 2002 Location: New Orleans, LA Posts: 20,717 Blog Entries: 45	Re: Post Jags Preseason: Cadet vs. Ivory? Ivory has kind of looked confused on what hole to hit when he gets the ball. It could be he's re-adjusting to being back there, could be no blocking formations. So far Cadet has been impressive, but I always root for Ivory and hope we keep both. Cadet vs. Ivory and Cadet has been the more impressive to this point.

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Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,723	Re: Post Jags Preseason: Cadet vs. Ivory? There's a reason we gave Cadet an NFL record signing bonus for an undrafted player. He's done absolutely nothing to suggest we were wrong. There are probably 15 teams hoping we cut Cadet, and probably 10 teams hoping we cut Ivory. An excess of riches we should be proud of. Halo and the-commish like this.

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Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,723	Re: Post Jags Preseason: Cadet vs. Ivory? Originally Posted by 4thqtrsaint A case for Cadet actually makes more sense, but my gut says Ivory. I think Ivory is a 1,200 + yd runner on another team. Judging from Ivory's past (HS/College/Pro) he'd never last long enough to provide a team with 1,200 yards rushing. He's made of glass.

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