...UPDATE...

Apparently Head Coach Jon Gruden has admitted to making a mistake by allowing Warrick Dunn to play last weekend:

"We probably shouldn't have allowed him to play," Gruden said of Dunn. "We choose not to use him much. But he is such a warrior. He has played this game for so long. But, I agree. He wasn't himself on Sunday in Dallas. That's a big part of our offense" - Stephen Holder of the St. Pete Times

The feeling I get is that Gruden had his hands tied. By the 'Warrior' comment I'm assuming he's suggesting that Warrick Dunn wanted to play and probably asked to play and so Gruden gave in. The only thing that would make me think otherwise is the fact that Gruden has never been shy to bench a player due to injury or poor performance, i.e. DJax, Jeff Garcia, etc. Definitely a missed opportunity there, hopefully it doesnt happen again.

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With Dunn banged up should we really notice a drop off in productivity?  We do have Bennett available who last I checked has started a game or two in the NFL.  With Caddy off the PUP there were talks of his potential return to the line up.  So if we can get Caddy into the line up why can't we get Bennett in the line up.  At this point I have no major preference and certainly Dunn must get credit for the exceptional job he's done up to this point....but considering this position is in augmentation to Graham, why do I find myself concerned.

JScott:

The thing that baffles me with the trio is Michael Bennett's lack of usage. He's been inactive for the majority of the games this season. Which is slightly understandable considering the Running games success thus far BUT this past week Gruden really could have utilized him and lost a huge opportunity to see what he can contribute. #1: Warrick Dunn was obviously still reeling from the pinched nerve in his back, he should have never dressed and chanced further injury especially considering how much time he didnt see on Sunday. #2: Bennett can at the very least be used in the kick return game. He's done it before and there's no need in jeopardizing any receivers health on the roster by putting them in that role, i.e. Clayton/Hilliard. It's just odd because it seems like every team in the league uses their personnel to the best of their ability and to me Gruden leaves talent on the sidelines and for what? Maybe they're just not ready, that's the lack of knowledge i inevitably have as a fan.