What is your opinion of Delanie Walker? | Page 2

9erfanAUS · 2011-09-22T22:58:56-07:00

I bring this topic not only to foster some discussion but also because it seems like forever that we've been drooling about Walker and Davis together creating mismatch problems. Let's face it, it just hasn't happened and who knows if it will ever happen in the future. Walker hasn't put up anything near the numbers to warrant some of the recognition that he receives from the fans and media. In fact, he rarely plays more than half the snaps on offense and I don't think he's ever had a big catching day either. Simply put, he's not our "X-factor" and while he's a good #2 TE, I don't think there's potential for much more from him. I know I'm starting this thread on the heels of a great but rare touchdown play by him, so I know 'Zone opinion may be swayed a little. Anyways, discuss...or flame on!

Sep 22, 2011 at 11:36 PM

#16

Redeemer
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Originally posted by ObePwnD:

Originally posted by okdkid:
He would start for most teams.

this.

+1. Davis and Walker, is there a better TE duo in the league?

Sep 22, 2011 at 11:38 PM

#17

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I think Walker is a better all around TE than Vernon.

Sep 22, 2011 at 11:40 PM

#18

sincalfaithful
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Originally posted by Joecool:
I think Walker is a better all around TE than Vernon.

No he's not

Sep 22, 2011 at 11:50 PM

#19

JustinNiner
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Originally posted by Joecool:
I think Walker is a better all around TE than Vernon.

Sep 22, 2011 at 11:51 PM

#20

Sunshine
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Slightly overrated on this board. Great athlete for the tight end position but slightly undersized which affects his blocking capabilities. Is a little careless and loose with the ball because he's always looking to make a play. Has Adrian Peterson syndrome in this way. Excellent 5th passing option, but shouldn't be relied on as more than that.

Sep 22, 2011 at 11:53 PM

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SanDiego49er
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Originally posted by YungAce:

Originally posted by SanDiego49er:
He's overrated on this board. A fumble waiting to happen. Drops some easy passes too.

I think his playmaking ability shadows the fact that he can't block well. He's not a starting TE... but he is a solid #2 and a GREAT compliment to Vernon

He's a pretty decent #2.

Sep 22, 2011 at 11:55 PM

#22

IdahoNiner
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Originally posted by backontop:

Originally posted by okdkid:
He would start for most teams.

this

yup

Sep 22, 2011 at 11:56 PM

#23

SanDiego49er
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Originally posted by Joecool:
I think Walker is a better all around TE than Vernon.

Krizay's 2nd log in handle. Now we know his alias...

On the subject matter itself.....

Sep 23, 2011 at 12:12 AM

#24

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Walker is a prwtty good te, remember that great catch on champ baily n brian dawkins in europe last yr. Cant post the pic other wise i would

Sep 23, 2011 at 5:07 AM

#25

buck
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Originally posted by Redeemer:

Originally posted by ObePwnD:

Originally posted by okdkid:
He would start for most teams.

this.

+1. Davis and Walker, is there a better TE duo in the league?

This board tends to overate Walker.

I do not think that Walker would start for most teams.

At this point, and for whatever reason, Davis and Walker are not the best TE duo in the league.

Compare them to:

Rob Gronkowski NE
Aaron Hernandez NE

Greg Olsen CAR
Jeremy Shockey CAR

Antonio Gates SD
Randy McMichael SD

Sep 23, 2011 at 5:22 AM

#26

SybErkRimInAL
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i've always been a big fan/supporter.

Sep 23, 2011 at 5:33 AM

#27

bleeds9ersredandgold
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make him a reciever

Sep 23, 2011 at 5:36 AM

#28

bleeds9ersredandgold
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Originally posted by Joecool:
I think Walker is a better all around TE than Vernon.

Sep 23, 2011 at 5:49 AM

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MuggD
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Originally posted by BrianGO:
Let's just back up a bit.

Let's say you take all the All-Pro TE's and WR's and put them in our offense. What kind of numbers will they put up?
If we only throw the ball 20 times a game, and put up 150 yards a game, what kind of numbers are they supposed to put up?

Or even better. What if Antonio Gates replaced Delanie Walker? Would he somehow magically put up huge numbers in our offense? Would Smith throw him the ball more? What would cause him to get huge numbers? With only 20 footballs in the air and half of them check downs, what kind of numbers are you expecting?

Sep 23, 2011 at 5:59 AM

#30

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Love me some walker! Dude is faster than Vernon and his hands are improving. Vernon is better overall but walker is a great #2