Knile Davis: Should we be doubting him?

Davis has to come to grips with the fact that he won’t always break into daylight. It might also help give up this idea that he’s always going to beat a defender to the corner. That might’ve been a reality in college, but that doesn’t happen quite so often in the pros, even for a fleet-footed running back. A part of being a good steward of game-breaking speed is knowing when the home run isn’t there. Sometimes, a sure three or four yards is worth more than a chance to spring a run for 20 yards.

Hesitation is fatal in the NFL. They say the difference between making a hole and being tackled is a tenth of a second. That small window isn’t stutter-step conducive. Fortunately for Davis, the one advantage he has over Charles is his 230-pound frame. If he can mature into a more north-south runner when the situation calls for more physicality, he’ll likely do a better job of avoiding stops for losses or little to no gain.

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All things considered, I think Davis has proven to be a playmaker (albeit inconsistently). With time, some coaching, and more opportunities, it’s not unreasonable to think he could evolve into a smarter runner who uses his athleticism more efficiently. Players consistently talk about the moment when the “game slowed down” for them and this could soon be true of Davis. A halfback with his combination of size, speed, and strength should be availing himself of all three attributes. Time will ultimately tell if he can do that, but I believe he’s in good hands with the Kansas City coaching staff.

Has Knile Davis reached his ceiling in the NFL? Can he continue to mature as a football player and become an even bigger part of Andy Reid’s offensive plans? Is he destined to live in Jamaal Charles’ shadow during his stay in Kansas City? Use the comment section below to begin the debate. As always, we appreciate your readership and support.

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