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Originally Posted by Stuck in TX  without a question in my mind will ARE be a slot reciever. Thats what he is. To think he was ever or ever will be a legitamate #2 reciever is just dumb. One of the taller guys (Kelly or Thomas) will be #2 for sure as of now, but I wouldnt be surprised to see Moss line up @ #2 and thomas or kelly at #1. |
Well, the slot WR is pretty much self explanatory, but "#1" and "#2" basically just describe who is more of the go to guy. Technically it's the flanker and the split end. The flanker is usually the larger WR, and is also referred to as the "Z." He lines up behind the line of scrimmage to avoid getting jammed. The split end, or "X" lines up on the line of scrimmage.
I could see Thomas and Moss rotating the flanker/split end duties. Sometimes it benefits Moss to line up behind the line of scrimmage so he can have a few extra steps to juke the corner. He's so small it's tough for him to out-physical larger CBs.
The funny thing is, until someone proves otherwise, Chris Cooley is our #1 pass catcher. His durability and consistency are awesome.