Quote Originally Posted by paulwoods13 View Post
I see no reason to employ an expensive receiver at the wide-side WR spot. No team throws much to that position -- pretty well every throw there is deep, just based on how far he is from the QB; increased risk of picks. Those guys are mostly used to clear space underneath and block downfield. Williams can handle that, with Noel maybe working in more as well.
I doubt that that Bob Hayes, for example, induced more interceptions. A genuine speed merchant will gain separation, expand the space in play and demand respect, whatever play is called. Sometimes, of course, the CB will require help, further benefiting the offence.