Rolle can't tackle

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There were multiple times during the game where Rolle was either one on one with someone or had a good chance to make a tackle in a crowd and what did he do? Ducked his head down and dove at their knees??? What a puss!

Rolle is a liability when he is not blitzing or returning punts.
 

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I don't like the way Rolle tackles either, it seems like he is all or nothing...
 
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Rolle absolutely CAN TACKLE! When he was a CB he was the best tackler we had in the secondary and it wasnt even close even better than Wilson who was notorious for the hit em and bounce off. He is just being sloppy and I dont know why.
 

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I agree with Shane. When he came out, I thought that tackling was his forte, and pass coverage was his weakness. With AW probably suspended for a game, and MW hurting, is there any way that the Colts will loan us Francisco? If not do you see us waiving Lance Long and picking up a safety? And speaking of waivers, are we going to pick up a veteran, like Hobson or a DL, especially with Iwebema probably going to miss a game or two? I apologize if these questions have already been asked.
 

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Rolle absolutely CAN TACKLE! When he was a CB he was the best tackler we had in the secondary and it wasnt even close even better than Wilson who was notorious for the hit em and bounce off. He is just being sloppy and I dont know why.

Agreed...Rolle has always been a very good tackler.
 

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Rolle had a real bad game tackling and it is hardly the first time. He is a liability period at the FS position. We need to address this position big time for next year.
 

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Rolle is a liability, period... Yes, he will make an occasional flashy play and he does have better than average physical ability, but he also makes a ton of stupid mistakes and he has ZERO cover skills... NONE! IMO, I would not at all miss his him and I really hope the Cards do not decide to keep him next season...
 

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People need to get off of Rolle's back, it is like everyone is willing the impression that the guy is not very good. I say he is a good FS, missed a few tackles but the guy is solid and I do not hear this negative talk about Rolle unless I go on this board. Is he probowl material, no but he is far better than what people are giving him credit.
 

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People need to get off of Rolle's back, it is like everyone is willing the impression that the guy is not very good. I say he is a good FS, missed a few tackles but the guy is solid and I do not hear this negative talk about Rolle unless I go on this board. Is he probowl material, no but he is far better than what people are giving him credit.
:raccoon:

Seems an odd goat for yesterday's debacle.
 

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i'm very happy with rolle overall...we got a lot of hate at first...but he has turned out to be a pretty solid FS imo
 

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People need to get off of Rolle's back, it is like everyone is willing the impression that the guy is not very good. I say he is a good FS, missed a few tackles but the guy is solid and I do not hear this negative talk about Rolle unless I go on this board. Is he probowl material, no but he is far better than what people are giving him credit.

Pro Bowl Worthy? A good FS?:biglaugh:


Jetstream, pass the bong brother!!! Pass it all around the room.
He's was so good the Cards spent a 3rd rounder on another FS. Chances are Rolle will be gone next season because he's due a big roster bonus. If the cards pay him they are crazier than I thought they were. Couldn't play CB, out of position at FS and probably a SS for his next team.
 
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He says he's NOT pro-bowl material in his post. But, I agree with him that he's a decent FS.

stupid me:bang: I still feel the guy is out of position & a spare at FS. Someone will expose him in the middle of the field soon. It did seem the Cards limited him in the middle of the field.
 
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stupid me:bang: I still feel the guy is out of position & a spare at FS. Someone will expose him in the middle of the field soon. It did seem the Cards limited him in the middle of the field.
If he never got exposed in the middle than he WOULD be pro-bowl material. There are times when he'll make mistakes, but that doesn't mean he's not a decent player.

JMHO
 

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Rolle is a mediocre player. He will occasionally make a flashy play. But all to often he is in the wrong position or getting beat. Some highs but WAY to many lows for my liking.
 

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Rolle is a mediocre player. He will occasionally make a flashy play. But all to often he is in the wrong position or getting beat. Some highs but WAY to many lows for my liking.

no doubt Shane. I really believe he's as good as gone next year
 

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no doubt Shane. I really believe he's as good as gone next year

The drafting of Rashad Johnson and the upcoming escalators in his contract make it appear so.
 

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The drafting of Rashad Johnson and the upcoming escalators in his contract make it appear so.

The writing is on the wall isn't it. Rolle isn't even worth the $5 mil he is making this year...and to give him more, NOT!!!
 

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Rolle misses so many easy tackles.... It makes me sick.

I'll puke if I see him try and spear tackle a player and miss because his form is atrocious. He gets in position but then puts his head down dives at the opponents legs.

He sucks and I can't wait for his release this offseason
 
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