Should Lance find another team that will give him PT?

Harry · January 12, 2015

Unless the Cowboys start giving him more playing time I wonder if it wouldn't be better for his career to play with another team?

VideoEagle · January 12, 2015

He's not going to be an every down back in the NFL as he just doesn't have the size. I'm not sure where he could go to get a significant more amount of playing time.

Plus, the Cowboys just finished a very good year. I'm not sure he could get an equal quality team AND get more playing time.

ChristopherRyanWilkes · January 12, 2015

No reason that Lance can't be a Darren Sproles or Reggie Bush style back. He needs to find a new team that will give him more PT. He's excelled in the opportunities he's been given, and I'd be willing to bet if Murray didn't steal the show this year he would've been much more in the Cowboys game plan.

It's a business, and in the end, winning team matters very little when longevity in the NFL is the key for someone in Dunbar's position. If Dunbar can go somewhere else and get more PT, he needs to.

Murray isn't going to last with the amount of carries he got this year, so I would expect if he stays with Dallas to get more playing time in the future, but it's in his best interest to look elsewhere, IMO.

This is very homer-thinking. Lance is a good role-player as a guy you can get a third down with or big gain plays with dump passes because of his craftiness and speed. He hasn't shown that he is a running back you can just hand the ball off to and still make big gains like he does in limited role situations and he has had some opportunities to do so, albeit not as many as many on here would like. I love Lance on the Cowboys and he's developed his niche there, I think it's the best place for him for the time being.

ChristopherRyanWilkes · January 12, 2015

Limited playing time isn't necessarily a bad thing for a running back. He will be thankful when his career is over and he still has his health and a longer career than a lot everyday backs.

FirefightnRick · January 12, 2015

No. He's got a solid foothold on where he is and his role is firmly established. He's in the perfect place.

Rick

ChristopherRyanWilkes · January 12, 2015

Besides, he is a restricted FA this year so he will likely be here for at least 2015-16.

VideoEagle · January 12, 2015

Besides, he is a restricted FA this year so he will likely be here for at least 2015-16.

I think this is the most important factor!

UNTLifer · January 12, 2015

He could succeed in a role similar to Beasley's in the slot, plus, he doesn't run like he's about to fall over like Beasley.

ntmeangreen11 · January 12, 2015

It's doubtful that another team will offer him a contract without him ever even scoring in three years, but if they do the Cowboys won't match.

He would absolutely be getting more playing time elsewhere. Hopefully he will have a bigger role in 2015 with the cowboys in a contract year.

GMG24 · January 12, 2015

He will, the cowboys love him, he's on every special teams, and gets in on 3rd down or 2nd and long as a change up. He's in the right place, with the right coaches. I do wish he could get a few more touches in the running game, but I wouldn't be surprised to see him in the return game next year.

Aldo · January 12, 2015

If Scott Linehan stays in any capacity (cough*HC*cough), then Dunbar would fit great in Dallas. But, as it has been mentioned, since he is an RFA, it's unlikely someone will offer tender.

Green P1 · January 13, 2015

No. He should never ever leave.

tmjerm · January 19, 2015

The offense this yr didn't really need his skill set. He'd be great in a passing offense. We'll see what happens with Murray, maybe changes will get him more touches - not necessarily of the traditional rushing variety.

UNTexas · January 21, 2015

The Cowboys gave him a shot when no one else did. He worked his ass off and made the team. He's done well and has a solid reputation. I don't really see the point in discussing why he'd want to leave. I'm sure he's probably a pretty happy guy where he is. He also plays special teams, which is a huge deal.

UNT90 · January 21, 2015

The Cowboys gave him a shot when no one else did. He worked his ass off and made the team. He's done well and has a solid reputation. I don't really see the point in discussing why he'd want to leave. I'm sure he's probably a pretty happy guy where he is. He also plays special teams, which is a huge deal.

This will all come down to money for Lance. Will another team offer him more than the Cows? Will that amount be enough to pull Dunbar away from home?

First and foremost in Lance's mind should be finding the opportunity that is best for his family. Time will tell.

outoftown · January 21, 2015

I read that Murray is likely to leave for greener ($) pastures. If thats true I would expect Dunbar to get more touches, making staying more interesting.

MeanGreenTexan · January 22, 2015

I read that Murray is likely to leave for greener ($) pastures. If thats true I would expect Dunbar to get more touches, making staying more interesting.

Until Jerry signs Adrian Peterson.

ChristopherRyanWilkes · January 22, 2015

I read that Murray is likely to leave for greener ($) pastures. If thats true I would expect Dunbar to get more touches, making staying more interesting.

I doubt that will mean much for Lance. They will either draft a running back or go after a free agent to take the load if Murray leaves.

Got5onIt · January 22, 2015

He should stay. Murray isn't coming back. Lance has a chance to get more involved being a veteran in Garrett-Top's offense.

greenminer · January 22, 2015

Lance fits his role perfectly. Whether he moves to another team, gets more money or whatever, I would not count on a starting role for him.

It's gotta be a pretty good place in the NFL: not taking the beating of an every-down back, yet a playmaker catching passes out of the backfield, still banking on that NFL payroll.