The dmr just has no Cons compared to the battle rifle and covenant carbine ( both have more limited range than the dmr ) while the dmr can shine in all areas of play close,mid,far the only pro of the battle rifle i can find over the dmr is a melee+headshot is a tad easier on the battle rifle but thats pretty minimal. the dmr seems to be the safest pick of all the starting weapons and i agree could probably use a fire rate nerf to make it's long range still shine but lower it's close+mid abit.