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Oh my God. So I like totally found this article.

[url=http://voices.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/clinton-portis/dick-vermeil-makes-bold-predic.html#comments]Redskins Insider - Dick Vermeil makes bold prediction about Larry Johnson, Clinton Portis[/url]

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So I see we have a couple of new guys. Welcome to the board.

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Thanks.....glad to be here.....

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I still don't understand how signing LJ for practically nothing is a pointless signing. The guy obviously showed something when he was given an opportunity in Cincy, and his contract is full of performance based rewards (something apparently the critics of this signing have failed to notice). Bottom line is that if he does well he gets paid, if he doesn't he sees no money; and he's being asked to share the load with CP and whatever 3rd RB we end up having (Alridge or a rook). I highly doubt that Thomas Jones, LT, or Chester Taylor would have agreed to such signing.

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Yeah I don't see Blount really fitting here the more I've looked at his profiles. He would probably do better somewhere like NE or Denver.

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I am becoming a huge fan of the Bruce Allen incenetive based contracts... Make em work hard to earn those big bucks!

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Vermeil and Herman Edwards on LJ

[url=http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/03/16/AR2010031601742.html]Dick Vermeil predicts Larry Johnson will push Clinton Portis 'right out of a job' - washingtonpost.com[/url]

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Wow, Vermeil obviously feels pretty strongly about LJ.

Can't really argue his point, CP better be on notice.

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Some more from Herm here

[url=http://blogs.fredericksburg.com/redskinsjournal/2010/03/16/former-coach-herman-edwards-johnson-can-produce-under-shanahan/]Former coach Herman Edwards: Johnson can produce under Shanahan - Redskins Journal[/url]

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I hope Vermeil is right. That would be great!

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Wow, some reputable backers for LJ.

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If these reports of LJ's approach to practice holds true, CP definitely better wake up. A guy who works hard in practice is going to earn the trust and respect of the team and coaches pretty quick. Especially if the guy he's competing against is sitting out with mystery ailments all the time.

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[quote=SmootSmack;674613]Some more from Herm here

[url=http://blogs.fredericksburg.com/redskinsjournal/2010/03/16/former-coach-herman-edwards-johnson-can-produce-under-shanahan/]Former coach Herman Edwards: Johnson can produce under Shanahan - Redskins Journal[/url][/quote]

"They've got to get that offensive line fixed." There's the key.

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[quote=Mattyk;674618]If these reports of LJ's approach to practice holds true, CP definitely better wake up. A guy who works hard in practice is going to earn the trust and respect of the team and coaches pretty quick. Especially if the guy he's competing against is sitting out with mystery ailments all the time.[/quote]

This is EXACTLY what Portis needs. I hope LJ works his ass off.

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[quote=SmootSmack;674603]Vermeil and Herman Edwards on LJ

[URL="http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/03/16/AR2010031601742.html"]Dick Vermeil predicts Larry Johnson will push Clinton Portis 'right out of a job' - washingtonpost.com[/URL][/quote]


Hmm. I am torn on who to side with on this one. Herm Edwards and Dick Vermeil or the people who want all our players to be in the Vienna Choir and think there are a handful of young unsigned runningbacks who are just ready to run for 1500 yards?

Does CP have it in him to outwork someone? Especially when 7 million is guaranteed?

Very interesting dynamic.

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[quote=Mattyk;674618]If these reports of LJ's approach to practice holds true, CP definitely better wake up. A guy who works hard in practice is going to earn the trust and respect of the team and coaches pretty quick. Especially if the guy he's competing against is sitting out with mystery ailments all the time.[/quote]

True...and I think if you read between the lines when Shanny speaks it has been pretty clear that CP is not going to be here if he doesn't clean up his act when it comes to practicing and conditioning. Whether it's LJ or some rookie...either way it's not going to be CP starting if he's not in shape and practicing.