Latavius Murry

FinSaint · 07-23-2019, 09:25 AM

He "took the game over" couple of times with the Vikes running and catching the ball.

I'm not too worried about him, and if Kamara goes down, there are few RBs in the league anyway that could fill that void.

Beastmode · 07-23-2019, 09:39 AM

I could see him having success with Taysom in there. A mini Ravens package.

Rugby Saint II · 07-23-2019, 10:23 AM

Just be glad Murray is here. I've been watching the Vikings game and he was a difference maker. Sean Payton will scheme him to succeed.

K Major · 07-23-2019, 10:49 AM

Originally Posted by Beastmode

I thought I was ok with him but the more I look at it not feeling it. For one, he's much taller than Ingram, not really a bowling ball kind of RB. His catch ability might be fine but nothing like Ingram. Ingram was also an exceptional blocker. I have not seen that in Latavius.

Beast -

In your spare time, read up some of the reports from respected Vikes writer Arif Hasan (our equivalent to Nick Underhill) on Murray. Here's a quick quote ..

"Murray sports solid hands and excellent pass protection skills. At times his task was taking on DE's, not just blitzing linebackers. Still buys time at finding ways for his QB. He's had success in Oakland doing this as well in MN. I think he'll continue to do this in New Orleans".

Saints filled a hole & found a "fit" when we were not able to re sign Mark.

We're fine.

Beastmode · 07-23-2019, 11:03 AM

Originally Posted by K Major

Beast -

In your spare time, read up some of the reports from respected Vikes writer Arif Hasan (our equivalent to Nick Underhill) on Murray. Here's a quick quote ..

"Murray sports solid hands and excellent pass protection skills. At times his task was taking on DE's, not just blitzing linebackers. Still buys time at finding ways for his QB. He's had success in Oakland doing this as well in MN. I think he'll continue to do this in New Orleans".

Saints filled a hole & found a "fit" when we were not able to re sign Mark.

We're fine.

I've watched just about all his games the last few years. The Vikes and Raiders did let him walk for a reason. Good but not good enough to be the feature RB. We had two featured RB's.

K Major · 07-23-2019, 11:17 AM

Originally Posted by Beastmode

I've watched just about all his games the last few years. The Vikes and Raiders did let him walk for a reason. Good but not good enough to be the feature RB. We had two featured RB's.

Not really sure what your expectations are for a #2 back in NO. I've provided real NFL game stats & quotes from a beat reporter who is well respected and has broken down a ton of his game footage.

Murray pickup was a good scouting move & subsequent signing. Big bruising back who bowls over defenders. He is faster than he looks because he is a big guy. He is an excellent blocker and can catch the ball decent. He's also the type back who can take over a game in the 4th quarter and wear out a defense. He is also lethal on 3rd or 4th and one.

I loved Ingram but he's a Raven now. Turn the page, training camp is starting in less than a week & we have a Super Bowl to win

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vpheughan · 07-23-2019, 11:08 AM

Many players are allowed to "walk" Take Peyton Manning, he may have been a mere shadow of himself but went to back to back Super Bowls and even "Won" one.

07-23-2019, 09:25 AM	#1
FinSaint Site Donor 2015 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Finland... formerly Southern Virginia Posts: 4,964	Re: Latavius Murry He "took the game over" couple of times with the Vikes running and catching the ball. I'm not too worried about him, and if Kamara goes down, there are few RBs in the league anyway that could fill that void. Rugby Saint II likes this.

07-23-2019, 09:39 AM	#2
Beastmode 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 9,126	Re: Latavius Murry I could see him having success with Taysom in there. A mini Ravens package.
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07-23-2019, 10:23 AM	#3
Rugby Saint II Bounty Money $$$ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5800 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA. Posts: 24,200	Re: Latavius Murry Just be glad Murray is here. I've been watching the Vikings game and he was a difference maker. Sean Payton will scheme him to succeed.

07-23-2019, 10:49 AM	#4
K Major Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bedford, TX Posts: 24,853 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Latavius Murry Originally Posted by Beastmode I thought I was ok with him but the more I look at it not feeling it. For one, he's much taller than Ingram, not really a bowling ball kind of RB. His catch ability might be fine but nothing like Ingram. Ingram was also an exceptional blocker. I have not seen that in Latavius. Beast - In your spare time, read up some of the reports from respected Vikes writer Arif Hasan (our equivalent to Nick Underhill) on Murray. Here's a quick quote .. "Murray sports solid hands and excellent pass protection skills. At times his task was taking on DE's, not just blitzing linebackers. Still buys time at finding ways for his QB. He's had success in Oakland doing this as well in MN. I think he'll continue to do this in New Orleans". Saints filled a hole & found a "fit" when we were not able to re sign Mark. We're fine.

07-23-2019, 11:03 AM	#5
Beastmode 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 9,126	Re: Latavius Murry Originally Posted by K Major Beast - In your spare time, read up some of the reports from respected Vikes writer Arif Hasan (our equivalent to Nick Underhill) on Murray. Here's a quick quote .. "Murray sports solid hands and excellent pass protection skills. At times his task was taking on DE's, not just blitzing linebackers. Still buys time at finding ways for his QB. He's had success in Oakland doing this as well in MN. I think he'll continue to do this in New Orleans". Saints filled a hole & found a "fit" when we were not able to re sign Mark. We're fine. I've watched just about all his games the last few years. The Vikes and Raiders did let him walk for a reason. Good but not good enough to be the feature RB. We had two featured RB's.
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07-23-2019, 11:17 AM	#6
K Major Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bedford, TX Posts: 24,853 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Latavius Murry Originally Posted by Beastmode I've watched just about all his games the last few years. The Vikes and Raiders did let him walk for a reason. Good but not good enough to be the feature RB. We had two featured RB's. Not really sure what your expectations are for a #2 back in NO. I've provided real NFL game stats & quotes from a beat reporter who is well respected and has broken down a ton of his game footage. Murray pickup was a good scouting move & subsequent signing. Big bruising back who bowls over defenders. He is faster than he looks because he is a big guy. He is an excellent blocker and can catch the ball decent. He's also the type back who can take over a game in the 4th quarter and wear out a defense. He is also lethal on 3rd or 4th and one. I loved Ingram but he's a Raven now. Turn the page, training camp is starting in less than a week & we have a Super Bowl to win . AsylumGuido likes this.

07-23-2019, 11:08 AM	#7
vpheughan 1000 Posts + Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 4,563	Re: Latavius Murry Many players are allowed to "walk" Take Peyton Manning, he may have been a mere shadow of himself but went to back to back Super Bowls and even "Won" one.
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