"I like KaVontae Turpin. You have to respect the speed, effort, and occasional spark he brings when the ball is in his hands. At some point, production has to justify cost. When I step back and look at the full picture; return production, field position, offensive usage, and cap impact, I can't make the case that Turpin's contract is paying off for the Cowboys. I want everyone to know this isn't about highlights or reputation, it's about results."
"It's not hurting the Cowboys, but it's not helping them either. Punt returns are where the issue becomes more obvious. The league average is 7.1 yards per punt return, and Turpin is at 5.5. That gap may not sound massive, but over the course of a season it translates into lost field position that does not show up in the box score, but is felt on the field."
KaVontae Turpin delivers speed, effort, and occasional playmaking but his measurable returns and overall value fall short of the contract cost. On kick returns he averages 26.2 yards per return versus a 26.41-yard league average, effectively matching the average. His punt return average is 5.5 yards compared with the 7.1-yard league mark, producing lost field position over time. The Cowboys start drives at the 29.3-yard line on average, ranking 29th in the NFL. Limited offensive offset and cap implications make it difficult to justify the investment in a return specialist role.
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