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So, what is Hoover, dogmeat?

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ed bell Newbie

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The FB position will always be a valued position by teams that rely on the run to control the game. Just because some teams are including the FB on less plays and others are eliminating the position altogether doesn't cause the ideal FB physique to be a dinosaur in the NFL.

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He has more td's than anyone else on that list. :P

Regardless of the category, fullbacks often are undervalued because of their diminished role. Most play just 10 to 12 snaps on offense because of the extensive use of three- and four-receiver sets, which often replace the fullback with an extra receiver or tight end.

Hoover plays more snaps than that. And probably always will for JD & JF.

A fullback's value also is enhanced by the strong bond that develops between runner and blocker. Top tailbacks implicitly trust their fullbacks to make the correct blocks, and that chemistry often results in positive gains. Therefore, it's not a coincidence that many of the top rushers have benefitted from playing behind a top fullback and why some struggle after the team switches lead blockers.

Just ask DWill & Stewart what they think of Hoover. They love him, the o-line loves him, the entire team loves him, and that's all the respect he needs.

HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVER! He has my attention! :D

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A great fullback gets the first defender to the point of attack thinking twice about his actions or takes them out and the RB learns to take full advantage of that. I'm glad that we have Hoover and hopefully Fiammetta can take advantage of the learning opportunity.

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anyone think there is any chance Hoov gets cut this year?

reason I ask is, can we afford to carry 2 true FBs

I sure hope they let Hoov play out his contract and retire a Panther. I think his play will continue to earn that. But the NFL can be a cruel business.

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anyone think there is any chance Hoov gets cut this year?

reason I ask is, can we afford to carry 2 true FBs

We already carry 2 kickers, so I'd say it's unlikely we will carry 2FB's. Fiammetta has a tough road ahead to make the team, but I wouldn't say that Carolina would not give him a roster spot. Maybe a special teams role while being a backup FB?
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