2017 The Rex Burkhead IS NOW A NEW ENGLAND CHAMPION PATRIOT thread

[SeoulSoxFan]

Just look at this fancy chart. Burkett is #1 on a bunch of columns with impressive sounding acronyms and the other binky Gillislee is #2. I only vaguely know what the chart says but T-Rex is #1 and Gillislee is #2.

GET IT DONE BB.

@SharpFootball
Rex Burkhead (visiting NE) was #2 in success rate for RBs. But on plays that weren't successful, he was the #1 RB in fewest missed yards.

 

[E5 Yaz]

Just look at this fancy chart. Burkett is #1 on a bunch of acronyms and the other binky Gillislee is #2. I only vaguely know what the chart says but T-Rex is #1 and Gillislee is #2. GET IT DONE BB.

It breaks down categories that make players binky-worthy

 

[SeoulSoxFan]

T-Rex had 24 carries for 117 yards on the very last game of the 2016 season.

Also, From a Bengals fan commenting on PFF:

Rex should be the starter in Cincy. Gio Bernard is an excellent change of pace back, and Jeremy Hill was a one year wonder who became a bust after he fumbled away the first playoff win since 1990.
Bengals are regressing to their old ways and letting guys with great character who are also playing at a high level (Rex had better stats across the board than all Bengal RB’s and most NFL RB’s last part of the season), and taking a look at discount bin troubled past players (Mixon). Whitworth, Zeitler, & Peko all great character guys and Whit and Z were at the top of their position ratings in the NFL.
Rex won’t get out of NE. Good luck to him, great RB and great guy, Bengals will miss him.

 

[tims4wins]

Kind of thinking out loud here, but I wonder what the trade market would be for James White. Only one more year under contract. I pretty much fully expect he will be gone after 2017. If the Pats could sign Burkhead to a pretty friendly deal, would/should they explore trading White? What would be an acceptable trade? Can't imagine he would even fetch a 3rd, right?

 

[bakahump]

Trade White
Trade Butler
All your superbowl Hero belong to Someone else! (except Brady!)

 

[nothumb]

Kind of thinking out loud here, but I wonder what the trade market would be for James White. Only one more year under contract. I pretty much fully expect he will be gone after 2017. If the Pats could sign Burkhead to a pretty friendly deal, would/should they explore trading White? What would be an acceptable trade? Can't imagine he would even fetch a 3rd, right?

Seems like the return would be less valuable than simply keeping the player and then letting him walk, a la Vereen. I could see adding Burkhead with the idea that he would compete now, but probably take on a bigger role in 2018.

 

[fiskful of dollars]

Reminds me of Woodhead but faster, more of a slasher.

 

[Saints Rest]

My first thought was that he reminded me of Woodhead, but that may have just been due to skin color. He reminded me of Lewis with the spin moves, shuffle steps, and general quickness. He also seemed to have great hands and a pretty wide catch radius. He's closer to Bolden's size than to White, Lewis or Woodhead.

 

[Bowhemian]

All caveats acknowledged, in that highlight reel Burkhead looked to me like "Julian Edelman but a running back."

You are not the only one that thought that.

 

[DJnVa]

I really want an offensive set next preseason with JB under center, Hogan, Amendola, and Edelman split out wide, and Burkhead and Develin in the backfield.

 

[Toe Nash]

All caveats acknowledged, in that highlight reel Burkhead looked to me like "Julian Edelman but a running back."

This was my exact thought. I think it's in the way he runs in the open field and behind blockers. Hard to get a clean shot on, very fast to accelerate, well always get an extra few yards.

 

[Papelbon's Poutine]

This was my exact thought. I think it's in the way he runs in the open field and behind blockers. Hard to get a clean shot on, very fast to accelerate, well always get an extra few yards.

The jump cuts are what make think of Edelman the most, though the other similarities people have listed certainly apply. Also that he seems to sneak through small gaps and then burst.

 

[Devizier]

He has a great football name.

Get it done, Theo.

 

[SeoulSoxFan]

No news on Burkett. What's going on? DYING OVA HERE.

 

[Harry Hooper]

No news on Burkett. What's going on? DYING OVA HERE.

BB took the day off.

 

[E5 Yaz]

No news on Burkett. What's going on? DYING OVA HERE.

Doesn't look as though he'd be very fast

Spoiler

 

[Super Nomario]

No news on Burkett. What's going on? DYING OVA HERE.

Burkhead's going to be your Clay Harbor this year, SSF.

 

[BuellMiller]

I really want an offensive set next preseason with JB under center, Hogan, Amendola, and Edelman split out wide, and Burkhead and Develin in the backfield.

I was going to make a mention that they could roll out "1986 Celtics" style white-out lineup, for the offensive skill positions (with Gronk possibly involved, too), but yours works better being a more of a "twist on race norms in the NFL" and less "white-power! racism"

 

[SoxinSeattle]

Wow a napkin sighting. I have become irrationally excited about signing Burkhead. I am refreshing this page as much as the thread that would transcend sports.

 

[MillarTime]

I have become irrationally excited about signing Burkhead.

This. F5 F5 F5

 

[SeoulSoxFan]

Burkhead's going to be your Clay Harbor this year, SSF.

There's one is two every year, where I get completely irrational about a FA

Harbor tanked. Hogan worked out. T-Rex will outdo Hogan if signed and I'm sticking with that story.

 

[Jed Zeppelin]

Where's Marcel Reece these days?

 

[RedOctober3829]

Where's Marcel Reece these days?

Hanging out with Roy Finch.

 

[E5 Yaz]

Hanging out with Roy Finch.

SSF is going to be so pissed when he sees you posted, but not for announcing a transaction ...

 

[SeoulSoxFan]

You guys laugh now but just wait until I go bonkers over Marlon Mack and how BB will magically his fumble issues.

 

[SeoulSoxFan]

Where's Marcel Reece these days?

Not counting his rings. That's wut.

Hanging out with Roy Finch.

Now that's a tragedy.

 

[Super Nomario]

There's one is two every year, where I get completely irrational about a FA

Harbor tanked. Hogan worked out. T-Rex will outdo Hogan if signed and I'm sticking with that story.

Personally, I am just glad Dobson is gone so I can't talk myself into him this preseason again.

 

[joe dokes]

Until I saw it here, I didn't realize Burkehead's ST involvement in Cin. Seems like the Bolden replacement/upgrade/better hedge against RB injuries theory is the most likely.

 

[GregHarris]

Personally, I am just glad Dobson is gone so I can't talk myself into him this preseason again.

Signed with Arizona.

 

[dbn]

Signed with Arizona.

... making Fitzgerald available?

 

[SeoulSoxFan]

With each passing hour, the hope gets a little dimmer.

 

[Super Nomario]

Signed with Arizona.

Oh man. He is going to look so good in that offense in summer workouts, before getting dropsies in preseason games and then getting injured.

 

[AlNipper49]

With each passing hour, the hope gets a little dimmer.

I keep refreshing too. I'm going to start drinking if/when they sign him, even if I first hear at 6:00am

 

[Red Averages]

Almost as many replies and views for the courting of a 3rd string RB as the combined totals for Harmon, Ealy, and Branch.

 

[MillarTime]

Almost as many replies and views for the courting of a 3rd string RB as the combined totals for Harmon, Ealy, and Branch.

I don't think he's going to be "3rd string" if signed

 

[Reardon's Beard]

He is replacing Blount if signed bit with more depth for ST.

Yes?

 

[SeoulSoxFan]

Falcons just tweeted out a signing and thought it was Burkhead (he visited right before NE).

This is not healthy.

 

[Al Zarilla]

Falcons just tweeted out a signing and thought it was Burkhead (he visited right before NE).

This is not healthy.

Now they're going to chip away at the Pats every chance they get.

 

[Red Averages]

I don't think he's going to be "3rd string" if signed

I was joking, but yes, I agree and have already said I think he would fill the Blount (RB) and Bolden (ST) roles on the team. Just funny how much interest has been generated based on a visit.

 

[dbn]

Now they're going to chip away at the Pats every chance they get.

If they had chipped Hightower they'd be Super Bowl champions right now.
HEEYOOOOO.

 

[RedOctober3829]

Commence drinking guys.

Field Yates‏Verified account @FieldYates 9s9 seconds ago
The Patriots have signed former Bengals RB Rex Burkhead, per league source

 

[jsinger121]

Great pickup

 

[MuppetAsteriskTalk]

Sweet. I don't even know who he is but this thread got me all excited about him!

 

[moondog80]

Is there room for Burkhead, Lewis, and White?

 

[MillarTime]

Fuck. Yes.

Really good chance this is 2017 Hogan.

 

[Harry Hooper]

Is there room for Burkhead, Lewis, and White?

aka 1st down, 2nd down, and 3rd down?

 

[Saints Rest]

It will be interesting to see the terms.
I think one of Lewis, White, or Bolden get traded for a 7th.

 

[kenneycb]

Is @SeoulSoxFan still alive?

 

[Stitch01]

Pretty nice signing. I think this means Blount is gone, but we will see and I dont think its a bad thing.

Could mean a White or Lewis trade too I guess, but dont think they'll get a lot coming back.

It will be interesting to see the terms.
I think one of Lewis, White, or Bolden get traded for a 7th.

Bolden is a free agent

 

[E5 Yaz]

Is @SeoulSoxFan still alive?

Yes, but his right hand is on the 60-Day DL