1 YR-3M for L.Dunbar?

[Mr. Walker]

I trust McVay when it comes to building an offense.

 

[Legatron4]

View: https://youtu.be/ff6tQm55cUs

This was pretty cool

 

[WestCoastRam]

If it's true that Dunbar is a better pass catcher than Cunningham, it does open up the 3rd down offense. If I remember correctly, Cunningham mostly stayed in to protect or ran screens. McVay may be looking for a far more varied offense than the one we had.

 

[Prime Time]

http://www.espn.com/blog/los-angeles-rams/post/_/id/33326/rams-sign-ex-cowboys-rb-lance-dunbar

Rams sign ex-Cowboy Lance Dunbar as backup running back
Alden Gonzalez/ESPN Staff Writer

Christian Petersen/Getty Images

LOS ANGELES -- The Los Angeles Rams signed former Dallas Cowboys running back Lance Dunbar, who comes in as a new backup for Todd Gurley.

Dunbar was signed Thursday to a one-year contract worth up to $3 million, according to ESPN’s Adam Caplan. He replaces Benny Cunningham, an unrestricted free agent who spent the last four years with the Rams.

Under new head coach Sean McVay, the Rams sought a change-of-pace back like Dunbar who could be a threat in both the run and pass game, a different skillset from Cunningham, who is more of a traditional backup.

The Dunbar signing means Gurley is expected to be on the field for a lot of third-down situations this coming season, making it crucial for him to improve in pass protection. Dunbar has some experience returning kickoffs, a role Cunningham excelled at, but those chores are now expected to fall on receiver Pharoh Cooper.

Dunbar, originally undrafted out of North Texas, has been buried on the Cowboys’ depth chart for most of his career but offers versatility. He will probably be used in a role similar to that of Chris Thompson, who compiled 1,161 yards from scrimmage with McVay as the Redskins' play-caller the last two years.

In 54 games from 2012 to 2016, Dunbar rushed for 422 yards on 94 attempts and also made 68 catches for 646 yards. The Rams previously had only Aaron Green and Malcolm Brown, two undrafted free agents, as depth behind Gurley.

Dunbar was in Los Angeles on Wednesday on a visit, as was free-agent linebacker Connor Barwin, who remains unsigned. The Rams still have room under the salary cap to sign Barwin and center Ryan Groy, who signed an offer sheet with them on Tuesday, giving the Bills five days to match.

 

[SteezyEndo]

If it's true that Dunbar is a better pass catcher than Cunningham, it does open up the 3rd down offense. If I remember correctly, Cunningham mostly stayed in to protect or ran screens. McVay may be looking for a far more varied offense than the one we had.

I think McVays ultimate goal is to not waste time and get results by passing the sticks in forward progress. Someone mentioned I cant remember who, but this is going to be a fast paced offense it seems like. We will see the final product come preseason.

 

[JoeBo21]

Booo. rather have Bam Bam

 

[MachS]

I'm not worried about the special teams aspect. Pretty sure Coop can fill that role and maybe be better.

As long as his pass pro is solid and he can make some big plays then I'm down for this. Now we don't have to draft a RB. Cross that off the list and we can focus on more pressing needs.

 

[blackbart]

Love this move. I grew to like Benny, but the more Fisher guys go the happier I will be.

When you try to turn around an organization with such a losing stink, sometimes it takes a lot of turnover.

Just because Fisher was here when he came to the team doesn't make him a bad player, you want to dump Goff, Gurley, Donald, Ogletree?

 

[Stl2La]

Just because Fisher was here when he came to the team doesn't make him a bad player, you want to dump Goff, Gurley, Donald, Ogletree?

I think he's saying the less Fisher influence on the team the better. They clearly got rid of a lot of his guys. Benny was a good backup though and he will find another job. I was a fan of his so I'll be rooting for him.

 

[Selassie I]

I am ready to move on from Bam Bam. His best value for us has come on Kick Returns if you're asking me.

His nickname says it all to me really. He's a RB who will happily run over a defender... but his skill set really doesn't allow him to run by defenders. He's a power back... not a shifty, elusive, blazing fast threat out of the backfield. I've always thought that he has T-Rex arms too... they may be ripped... but they look way too short for his body. Those arms have always made me feel like he wasn't going to be able to hold onto the ball.

We need more versatility from our change of pace RB. I see Dunbar as a better fit.

 

[Dodgersrf]

http://www.espn.com/blog/los-angeles-rams/post/_/id/33326/rams-sign-ex-cowboys-rb-lance-dunbar

Rams sign ex-Cowboy Lance Dunbar as backup running back
Alden Gonzalez/ESPN Staff Writer

Christian Petersen/Getty Images

LOS ANGELES -- The Los Angeles Rams signed former Dallas Cowboys running back Lance Dunbar, who comes in as a new backup for Todd Gurley.

Dunbar was signed Thursday to a one-year contract worth up to $3 million, according to ESPN’s Adam Caplan. He replaces Benny Cunningham, an unrestricted free agent who spent the last four years with the Rams.

Under new head coach Sean McVay, the Rams sought a change-of-pace back like Dunbar who could be a threat in both the run and pass game, a different skillset from Cunningham, who is more of a traditional backup.

The Dunbar signing means Gurley is expected to be on the field for a lot of third-down situations this coming season, making it crucial for him to improve in pass protection. Dunbar has some experience returning kickoffs, a role Cunningham excelled at, but those chores are now expected to fall on receiver Pharoh Cooper.

Dunbar, originally undrafted out of North Texas, has been buried on the Cowboys’ depth chart for most of his career but offers versatility. He will probably be used in a role similar to that of Chris Thompson, who compiled 1,161 yards from scrimmage with McVay as the Redskins' play-caller the last two years.

In 54 games from 2012 to 2016, Dunbar rushed for 422 yards on 94 attempts and also made 68 catches for 646 yards. The Rams previously had only Aaron Green and Malcolm Brown, two undrafted free agents, as depth behind Gurley.

Dunbar was in Los Angeles on Wednesday on a visit, as was free-agent linebacker Connor Barwin, who remains unsigned. The Rams still have room under the salary cap to sign Barwin and center Ryan Groy, who signed an offer sheet with them on Tuesday, giving the Bills five days to match.

Some good info in there.
I was curious if he could return kicks. It appears he can.
ALso.
I was curious as to who will be handling our kickoff duties. Which appears to be Cooper for now.

 

[Rynie]

Don't we already have a 5' 8" running back / receiver?? #Yikes

If used correctly, Dunbar is pretty good. He's more of a receiver out of the backfield type. He's more dangerous in space as opposed to handoffs under center. Garrett's dumbass would put him in on 3rd downs when we have Elliott. Smh

 

[blackbart]

I think he's saying the less Fisher influence on the team the better. They clearly got rid of a lot of his guys. Benny was a good backup though and he will find another job. I was a fan of his so I'll be rooting for him.

Fisher is gone along with his influence

 

[Stl2La]

Fisher is gone along with his influence

Finally :yay:

 

[Adi]

Will he also be able to take Benny's kick-off slot, or do they plug Cooper or somebody in there ???

Not sure about that one , will be missing Benny alot there .

 

[tomas]

Fisher is gone along with his influence

 

[DaveFan'51]

I hope he's better than the last Dunbar that played for the Rams.

I don't know why the knock on Jo-Lonn!!?! He was a good player and a well respected Team Leader!! At least in MHO!!
And I don't want to Loose Cunningham for Dunbar! that's a poor trade-off to me!

 

[JonRam99]

If used correctly, Dunbar is pretty good. He's more of a receiver out of the backfield type. He's more dangerous in space as opposed to handoffs under center. Garrett's dumbass would put him in on 3rd downs when we have Elliott. Smh

Cool. Was hoping to get your take on him rynie. I was thinking of T. Austin when I made that #Yikes comment, sounds like Dunbar could take touches away from him out of the backfield, there both the same size just about.