JLC says Blaylock is a Skin

MTK · 05-07-2007, 12:10 AM

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RB Derrick Blaylock agreed to terms a little while ago according to his agent. I think it's a nice signing for depth and he will be someone to watch at camp. I know Rock will be keeping an eye on him. He's prospered in this system before and in KC averaged like 4.7 per carry, was a good return guy and scored 8 TDs in 2004, starting 5 games.

MTK · 05-07-2007, 12:15 AM

Scouts Inc. Profile:

Full Name: Derrick DeShaun Blaylock
Born: August 23, 1979
Atlanta, TX
Height: 5-9
Weight: 210 lbs.

Age: 27
Pos: RB
Experience: 5 years
College: Stephen F. Austin
Drafted: Year:2001 Round:5 Pick:19, Chiefs

2007 Scouting Report - Scouts Inc.
Grade: 61 | Key
Alert: B

Comment:
Blaylock is an athletic change-of-pace back. He was the Jets' alternate kickoff return specialist in 2005 and is pretty versatile. He is a slasher who has good speed and acceleration to get downhill quickly and press the hole. He has deceptive big-play ability and a little more power than his size suggests. He has some run instincts and vision. He has decent hands and can be productive after the catch in the open field. But Blaylock is undersized and is more effective on the perimeter than inside. He doesn't always see run lanes develop and too often tries to cut back or bounce outside. He lacks the power to consistently run through contact between the tackles. He is a small receiving target, and he goes down easily after the catch. He lacks bulk and good leverage in pass protection. He plays small and is inconsistent as a blocker.

skinsfan69 · 05-07-2007, 12:55 AM

The LAST thing we need is another RB. Give me a break! All Rock Cartwright has done is be a loyal Redskin and do what is asked of him. Plus he is a team leader who actually contributes. So to bring in Blaylock makes no sense at all. Who gives a rats ass if he knows Al's system.

EARTHQUAKE2689 · 05-07-2007, 01:25 AM

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Originally Posted by skinsfan69

The LAST thing we need is another RB. Give me a break! All Rock Cartwright has done is be a loyal Redskin and do what is asked of him. Plus he is a team leader who actually contributes. So to bring in Blaylock makes no sense at all. Who gives a rats ass if he knows Al's system.

so rock cartwright is the team leader that is great cause i was trying to figure out who was the team leader

skinsfan69 · 05-07-2007, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by EARTHQUAKE2689

so rock cartwright is the team leader that is great cause i was trying to figure out who was the team leader

I didn't say he was the team leader. He is one of the leaders. Especially on teams.

Gmanc711 · 05-07-2007, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by skinsfan69

The LAST thing we need is another RB. Give me a break! All Rock Cartwright has done is be a loyal Redskin and do what is asked of him. Plus he is a team leader who actually contributes. So to bring in Blaylock makes no sense at all. Who gives a rats ass if he knows Al's system.

Rock is arguably one of my top 5 favorite skins....but if Blaylock is better for the job, than who really gives a crap?? They can battle it out in camp, and whoever is better willl play. Its about winning.

MTK · 05-07-2007, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Gmanc711

Rock is arguably one of my top 5 favorite skins....but if Blaylock is better for the job, than who really gives a crap?? They can battle it out in camp, and whoever is better willl play. Its about winning.

I agree, and I really don't see why this move would be a serious threat to Rock as long as he keeps doing what he's been doing all along. Gibbs loves him and there's going to be room for 4 backs just like last year.

No reason to get all crazy about this.

70Chip · 05-07-2007, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Gmanc711

Rock is arguably one of my top 5 favorite skins....but if Blaylock is better for the job, than who really gives a crap?? They can battle it out in camp, and whoever is better willl play. Its about winning.

This is exactly right. Let the chips fall where they will.

skinsfan69 · 05-07-2007, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Gmanc711

Rock is arguably one of my top 5 favorite skins....but if Blaylock is better for the job, than who really gives a crap?? They can battle it out in camp, and whoever is better willl play. Its about winning.

I understand what your saying. The NFL is not for people who can't take competition.

MTK · 05-07-2007, 01:31 AM

It's a good move for depth considering that Portis may take a while to come back and they're certainly not going to rush anything with him. Best of all it didn't cost us any draft picks. Slowly but surely I think this front office is learning.

EARTHQUAKE2689 · 05-07-2007, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Mattyk72

It's a good move for depth considering that Portis may take a while to come back and they're certainly not going to rush anything with him. Best of all it didn't cost us any draft picks. Slowly but surely I think this front office is learning.

baby steps baby steps

TheMalcolmConnection · 05-07-2007, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Mattyk72

It's a good move for depth considering that Portis may take a while to come back and they're certainly not going to rush anything with him. Best of all it didn't cost us any draft picks. Slowly but surely I think this front office is learning.

Maybe its to play him solely during the preseason in place of Portis?

724Skinsfan · 05-07-2007, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by TheMalcolmConnection

Maybe its to play him solely during the preseason in place of Portis?

Genius! Sort of like a stunt double?

SC Skins Fan · 05-07-2007, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by 724Skinsfan

Genius! Sort of like a stunt double?

Sort of like what the Chargers do with LT ... who had a decent season last year.

Longtimefan · 05-07-2007, 10:56 AM

I like the signing, Portis may not be completely healthy, Betts has a history of nagging injuries. In the event either suffer a setback, we won't have to make another panic move like last year with the Duckett deal........Good move, if he makes the roster he can contribute in various ways.

05-07-2007, 12:10 AM	#1
MTK \m/ Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: NY Age: 52 Posts: 99,570	JLC says Blaylock is a Skin Redskins Insider RB Derrick Blaylock agreed to terms a little while ago according to his agent. I think it's a nice signing for depth and he will be someone to watch at camp. I know Rock will be keeping an eye on him. He's prospered in this system before and in KC averaged like 4.7 per carry, was a good return guy and scored 8 TDs in 2004, starting 5 games. __________________ Support The Warpath! \| Warpath Shop

05-07-2007, 12:15 AM	#2
MTK \m/ Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: NY Age: 52 Posts: 99,570	Re: JLC says Blaylock is a Skin Scouts Inc. Profile: Full Name: Derrick DeShaun Blaylock Born: August 23, 1979 Atlanta, TX Height: 5-9 Weight: 210 lbs. Age: 27 Pos: RB Experience: 5 years College: Stephen F. Austin Drafted: Year:2001 Round:5 Pick:19, Chiefs 2007 Scouting Report - Scouts Inc. Grade: 61 \| Key Alert: B Comment: Blaylock is an athletic change-of-pace back. He was the Jets' alternate kickoff return specialist in 2005 and is pretty versatile. He is a slasher who has good speed and acceleration to get downhill quickly and press the hole. He has deceptive big-play ability and a little more power than his size suggests. He has some run instincts and vision. He has decent hands and can be productive after the catch in the open field. But Blaylock is undersized and is more effective on the perimeter than inside. He doesn't always see run lanes develop and too often tries to cut back or bounce outside. He lacks the power to consistently run through contact between the tackles. He is a small receiving target, and he goes down easily after the catch. He lacks bulk and good leverage in pass protection. He plays small and is inconsistent as a blocker. __________________ Support The Warpath! \| Warpath Shop

05-07-2007, 12:55 AM	#3
skinsfan69 Living Legend Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 17,341	Re: JLC says Blaylock is a Skin The LAST thing we need is another RB. Give me a break! All Rock Cartwright has done is be a loyal Redskin and do what is asked of him. Plus he is a team leader who actually contributes. So to bring in Blaylock makes no sense at all. Who gives a rats ass if he knows Al's system.

05-07-2007, 01:31 AM	#10
MTK \m/ Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: NY Age: 52 Posts: 99,570	Re: JLC says Blaylock is a Skin It's a good move for depth considering that Portis may take a while to come back and they're certainly not going to rush anything with him. Best of all it didn't cost us any draft picks. Slowly but surely I think this front office is learning. __________________ Support The Warpath! \| Warpath Shop

05-07-2007, 10:56 AM	#15
Longtimefan Playmaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Germantown, Md. Posts: 4,832	Re: JLC says Blaylock is a Skin I like the signing, Portis may not be completely healthy, Betts has a history of nagging injuries. In the event either suffer a setback, we won't have to make another panic move like last year with the Duckett deal........Good move, if he makes the roster he can contribute in various ways. __________________ A revolution is coming and it will be televised.

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