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AZ,
Did you notice the lack of QB draws? I felt like there were a few occasions that were perfect for Shanahan to make use of Johnny's wheels. And the resulting defensive look illustrated a QB draw would have likely gained significant yardage.
The supposed benefit of playing Johnny is to give you that option. The lack of it's use suggests that the coaching staff was confident that it wouldn't be effictive. I'm surprised it wasn't even utilized though.
I think Manziel running works better when they're unscripted, personally. I don't wan to see much in the way of designed QB runs unless they're executed like Russel Wilson in Seattle where they take advantage of a crashing defensive end to get him outside so he can protect himself and slide.