Is Lacy’s run blocking as bad as his stats indicate?

I can’t test him out because then I lose the training value. In my scheme receivers need to be good blockers...So how is he?

Looks like the kinda guy you have those blocking WRs for

GoIrish1977 said:

I can’t test him out because then I lose the training value. In my scheme receivers need to be good blockers...So how is he?

I run spread option so I prefer them to be better blockers as well. But honestly, you can get away with 2 of the three being blockers. Especially if your using blocking TEs and a FB. Also, I've had success motioning a WR to the run side and snapping the ball before they set. They get a running start and seal the edge more times tan they don't.

IMO, Lacy is perfect as your deep route on play action and jet sweeps/passes. Just get creative with your personnel groupings and take advantage of his skill set.

longocalrissian said:

I run spread option so I prefer them to be better blockers as well. But honestly, you can get away with 2 of the three being blockers. Especially if your using blocking TEs and a FB. Also, I've had success motioning a WR to the run side and snapping the ball before they set. They get a running start and seal the edge more times tan they don't.

IMO, Lacy is perfect as your deep route on play action and jet sweeps/passes. Just get creative with your personnel groupings and take advantage of his skill set.

Now THAT is a helpful comment! 
 

Thank you!