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Antonio Gibson-WR/RB/KR/STUD-Memphis

Feb 18, 2020 at 3:01 PM
Originally posted by NYniner85:

It says his worst trait is his pass protection. Yikes, I don't know how you determine whether the dude can do it or not if it's not on tape. I think the most important aspect of pass pro as a RB is will. If a player is willing to stick their helmet under a defender's chin or get ran over, good coaches will take that all day. But it's impossible to figure out if a guy is a puss or not until you see him do it.

Can't pass pro=can't play in Kyle's offense.
[ Edited by Heroism on Feb 18, 2020 at 3:07 PM ]
Feb 18, 2020 at 3:15 PM
Originally posted by Heroism:
It says his worst trait is his pass protection. Yikes, I don't know how you determine whether the dude can do it or not if it's not on tape. I think the most important aspect of pass pro as a RB is will. If a player is willing to stick their helmet under a defender's chin or get ran over, good coaches will take that all day. But it's impossible to figure out if a guy is a puss or not until you see him do it.

Can't pass pro=can't play in Kyle's offense.

One guy that makes a ton of sense to SF is Darius Anderson from TCU. He's a prefect fit for our blocking scheme. He's not the worlds best RB in pass-pro but IMO that's something that can be taught.

Go watch some of him. He's a late day 3 guy
Feb 18, 2020 at 3:27 PM
Originally posted by Heroism:
It says his worst trait is his pass protection. Yikes, I don't know how you determine whether the dude can do it or not if it's not on tape. I think the most important aspect of pass pro as a RB is will. If a player is willing to stick their helmet under a defender's chin or get ran over, good coaches will take that all day. But it's impossible to figure out if a guy is a puss or not until you see him do it.

Can't pass pro=can't play in Kyle's offense.


You're talking about him like he's a conventional RB. He's a converted WR that had more receiving yards than rushing yards the past season. In terms of instincts and vision I think he's a better runner than Hurd but he'd likely play a hybrid role in the NFL. I haven't seen anything that makes me believe that he couldn't develop as a blocker given the appropriate coaching. He certainly didn't hurt himself in that regard while at the Senior Bowl.

He's a pure playmaker that you can line up pretty much anywhere on offense with a lot of upside as both a receiver and a RB.
Feb 18, 2020 at 4:07 PM
The thing is we already have guys like that. That's how they envisioned using Hurd, and how Kyle ended up using Deebo. I think we have clear needs in regards to the offensive skill players: a deep threat.

I wouldn't even waste a draft pick on a RB. Shanny's system literally had Mostert playing like the best RB in the NFL down the stretch. Normally, I'd be leery of a one-year wonder, but Raheem Mostert looked every bit as good in 2018 before he broke his arm.
Feb 18, 2020 at 4:16 PM
Originally posted by Heroism:
The thing is we already have guys like that. That's how they envisioned using Hurd, and how Kyle ended up using Deebo. I think we have clear needs in regards to the offensive skill players: a deep threat.

I wouldn't even waste a draft pick on a RB. Shanny's system literally had Mostert playing like the best RB in the NFL down the stretch. Normally, I'd be leery of a one-year wonder, but Raheem Mostert looked every bit as good in 2018 before he broke his arm.

Shanahan and the 49ers gave McKinnon a hefty amount of money to acquire a RB/WR type player. McKinnon may never suit up as a 49er and there's no other RB with that combination of skills.

Gibson doesn't have Goodwin type speed but he has shown the ability to take the top off a defense.


Feb 18, 2020 at 4:25 PM
And don't get me wrong--I just started watching his tape, and I love everything I've seen so far.
Feb 18, 2020 at 7:31 PM
The boy is a gamer. Niners could pair him with Deebo anywhere on the field.. Would be a steal if we could get him..
Feb 18, 2020 at 8:24 PM
Need more break down on him....where is he expected to be drafted? Looks like same mold as Deebo and Hurd
Feb 24, 2020 at 6:24 AM
Feb 24, 2020 at 7:21 AM
Originally posted by NYniner85:

He gained a few pounds since the Senior Bowl.
Feb 27, 2020 at 3:35 PM
Wow, 4.40 at 228 lbs. You've got my attention.
Feb 27, 2020 at 3:36 PM
Originally posted by Heroism:
Wow, 4.40 at 228 lbs. You've got my attention.

Dude...
Feb 27, 2020 at 3:56 PM
Originally posted by Heroism:
Wow, 4.40 at 228 lbs. You've got my attention.

I thought he'd be faster. Dude flies out on the field.
Feb 27, 2020 at 4:26 PM
Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:
Originally posted by Heroism:
The thing is we already have guys like that. That's how they envisioned using Hurd, and how Kyle ended up using Deebo. I think we have clear needs in regards to the offensive skill players: a deep threat.

I wouldn't even waste a draft pick on a RB. Shanny's system literally had Mostert playing like the best RB in the NFL down the stretch. Normally, I'd be leery of a one-year wonder, but Raheem Mostert looked every bit as good in 2018 before he broke his arm.

Shanahan and the 49ers gave McKinnon a hefty amount of money to acquire a RB/WR type player. McKinnon may never suit up as a 49er and there's no other RB with that combination of skills.

Gibson doesn't have Goodwin type speed but he has shown the ability to take the top off a defense.


The SMU vs Memphis game is a 60 minute highlight reel
Feb 27, 2020 at 4:56 PM
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Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:
Originally posted by Heroism:
Wow, 4.40 at 228 lbs. You've got my attention.

I thought he'd be faster. Dude flies out on the field.

He's the 3rd heaviest WR but he's tied for the fastest time run so far.
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