Originally posted by NCommand:
Originally posted by NYniner85:
Originally posted by Joecool:
I just hope he runs smart and doesn't get hurt again. He's been in unfavorable situations with Jimmy T coached predictable offense and Chip Kelly's offense. This is the first year he will be in an offense that is built for his position and made to get him gaping holes.
While I agree he needs to be a little smarter with the pad level and just going out of bounds...but like you said teams knew what we were gonna do the past two seasons. Most of hyde's injuries took place at or behind the line of scrimmage. Having a good FB, much improved system, and hopefully the OL takes that next step....that should help with the amount of hits a takes.
I wonder if his conditioning has changed. I wonder if aside from lateral drills if he'll slim down to 215 or so...power and quickness? 
If he can slim down his speed could improve to breakaway speed.
BTW, I don't think his weaknesses from his scouting profile have improved by much.
WEAKNESSES Lacks elite breakaway speed. Average elusiveness and make-you-miss. Is still learning what it means to really work and be a pro -- entered program with
some underachiever traits early in career. Weight fluctuated earlier in his career and needs to pay more attention to nutrition.
Has missed at least two games in three seasons.