Portis - punches above his weight

[LRT]

I agree. Portis is certainly not a dainty prima dona. He blocks, fights for yards and seems to hustle on every play. I do hope he can keep healthy over the long term.

However, as long as Betts can hold onto the ball, I think we actually have a good combination at running back and that putting Betts in from time to time will help keep Portis healthy and productive.

[marius]

Betts definitely gives a good option and can be used to keep Portis fresh. When we are 35 early in the third against the Giants I'd like to see Betts come in to rest Portis!

[LRT]

Originally Posted by marius

Betts definitely gives a good option and can be used to keep Portis fresh. When we are 35 early in the third against the Giants I'd like to see Betts come in to rest Portis!

I could live with that!

[mheisig]

I gotta say I think I like watching Portis as much when he DOESN'T have the ball as when he does. The guy is constantly hurling his body into the gaps and pass blocking for Brunell. It's just incredible to watch that "little" guy nailing these linemen - I'm convinced he's a vital part of our pass protection, and doing a damn fine job of it.

I just love seeing a player working so hard and doing so much when he's NOT in the spotlight - the consummate team player: working his ass off whether he's got the ball or not.