Blache Excited About Returning

[53Fan]

Originally Posted by GMScud

I agree. We didn't exactly give Betts a massive extension a few years ago, so he could be expendable if a good first round talent is available.

Pounding Portis early and often worked great for a while (and our record reflected as much), but when he got hurt our running game faltered and so did our record. When I look at teams like Carolina, NYG, Tampa, Miami, etc, it shows the importance of at least two good RBs. Carolina in particular has used a 1st round pick on a RB each of the last two years. You think they regret it?? Hell no.

If we want to maximize Portis' health (and not look retarded for giving him $20M guaranteed last offseason), we need to give him help. That needs to be either in the form of rookie RB or more carries for Betts.

I agree, but then does Portis go on another talk show and bitch about it?

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by 53Fan

I agree, but then does Portis go on another talk show and bitch about it?

Who cares?? He's a diva. All his rants are attention seeking and pretty self serving. Don't get me wrong, I love his toughness, and think he's an awesome player. As long as we're clear about our plan from day one, he can't really talk shit with a leg to stand on.

If we draft a back to share some carries with Portis, or plan on using Betts more, we just have to tell Clinton what's up from the get-go.

Something along the lines of, "Look Clinton, we want to keep you as fresh as possible to keep you at the highest level for as long as possible, for the betterment of the team."

If he and his $20M guaranteed have issue with that, then too bad.