Clinton Portis Loves Marko Mitchell

[Lotus]

We did offer Hackett contracts before which he turned down.

Nonetheless I'm with Smootsmack. Hackett is not just going to be handed the job. On that note, he didn't help himself a lot tonight.

[53Fan]

Originally Posted by FRPLG

The more I think about it he more amazed I am. We haven't had a WR who could run that fade route like that since when?

It seems like forever. I didn't think we still had it in the playbook.

[mooby]

Originally Posted by 53Fan

It seems like forever. I didn't think we still had it in the playbook.

Yeah I couldn't remember the last time we actually worked a fade route for a touchdown with a tall wideout like that. And I agree, he ran a good route, he was patient at the beginning to give Daniels a little more time and it was a great leaping catch. He definitely impressed me tonight. I actually wouldn't be that concerned if he wasn't that good on special teams because so far he's looked like a dependable guy with reliable hands who runs decent routes. We could use another guy like that. Plus he's 6'4 which doesn't hurt either, especially down by the end zone.

[GridIron26]

Originally Posted by mooby

Yeah I couldn't remember the last time we actually worked a fade route for a touchdown with a tall wideout like that. And I agree, he ran a good route, he was patient at the beginning to give Daniels a little more time and it was a great leaping catch. He definitely impressed me tonight. I actually wouldn't be that concerned if he wasn't that good on special teams because so far he's looked like a dependable guy with reliable hands who runs decent routes. We could use another guy like that. Plus he's 6'4 which doesn't hurt either, especially down by the end zone.

Me too! If Mitchell continues to excel next two games, then I would have hard time not to believe that Mitchell will take the #5 spot..

[MTK]

Mitchell looked good I think he really helped his cause tonight

[Meks]

thought he looked great

[dmek25]

someone, other then Moss, that made some plays. isn't that what football is all about? he might have won himself a job last night

[mlmpetert]

Anyone think that Devin Thomas has looked better then MM yet? You hear nothing but great things about both of them in practice, but Mitchell has looked better in both games, imo. How funny would it be if MM was the 5th and didnt play on teams, and DT was 3rd or 4th and did?

Right now i think its:
Moss
Kelly
El
Thomas
Mitchell

The other problem with keeping Mitchell if he cant contribute on special teams is that the only other WR who really can is Thomas, especially if El gets pulled from punt returns. Will be interesting to see what happens, especially considering how awful our special teams have looked. Im pulling for him though

[12thMan]

I think what's important now that Mitchell is in the mix (remember last year it was all about Anthony Mix, but I digress) is the real possibility that Moss will get nicked up and may not play all 16 games. With that in mind, it's really important that one of these guys (Thoms, Kelly, Mitchell) show stud potential soon and hopefully is capable of grabbing 6-8 balls in any given game.

This is more than an audition for a roster spot in my mind, we could be looking at the number one or number two guy given Santana's hamstring history.

[MTK]

I'm officially on board with Marko after his performance Sat. night. He could be one of those guys you end up wondering just how he slipped to the 7th round.

[Monkeydad]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

I'm officially on board with Marko after his performance Sat. night. He could be one of those guys you end up wondering just how he slipped to the 7th round.

Ditto. Forget #5 WR, he could be a #3 or 4.

He looks like a Plax Burress or an old version of Ochocinco without the mental issues. Tall WR who will go over anyone and catch everything.

He's definitely making the team. He could make an impact for us this year.

[Pocket$ $traight]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

I'm officially on board with Marko after his performance Sat. night. He could be one of those guys you end up wondering just how he slipped to the 7th round.

Granted it was a third stringer but that cornerback had zero chance on that ball.

If Mitchell is a contributor this year I think the Vinny haters may need to start crafting their apology...

Horton = The Predator
Kelly = NFL ready
Orakpo = Disgusting
Fred Davis = basically won the game the other night
Tryon = Isn't ready for prime time yet but will get significant time this year
Barnes = Rookie corner who bounced back and will get better
Thomas = Biggest disappointment but getting better and NFL talent
Rinehart = Contributing
Moore = Will get plenty of playing time in the cobra
Jackson = May get cut because of the D-line depth
Williams = Backup fullback
Mitchell = Mr. Mismatch
Pineapple Je5us = Mr. Pre-season 2008

Chase Daniel = Pontius Pilate
Jeremy Jarmon = Baby Dexter!

Granted, Brooks was a failure, Jackson is probably gone, and Henson and Glenn are going to have to fight for a spot but almost all of the players above are going to play important roles for our team. Two possibly 3 are in the starting 22.

I think that Vinny is an above average talent evaluator and I am pretty happy with the last two drafts so far. He cannot be blamed that a lot of draft picks were taken out of his hands.

[ethat001]

Originally Posted by Pocket$ $traight

If Mitchell is a contributor this year I think the Vinny haters may need to start crafting their apology...

Horton = The Predator
Kelly = NFL ready
Orakpo = Disgusting
Fred Davis = basically won the game the other night
Tryon = Isn't ready for prime time yet but will get significant time this year
Barnes = Rookie corner who bounced back and will get better
Thomas = Biggest disappointment but getting better and NFL talent
Rinehart = Contributing
Moore = Will get plenty of playing time in the cobra
Jackson = May get cut because of the D-line depth
Williams = Backup fullback
Mitchell = Mr. Mismatch
Pineapple Je5us = Mr. Pre-season 2008

Chase Daniel = Pontius Pilate
Jeremy Jarmon = Baby Dexter!


...I think that Vinny is an above average talent evaluator and I am pretty happy with the last two drafts so far. He cannot be blamed that a lot of draft picks were taken out of his hands.

Aside from Orakpo & Horton -- all the rest haven't proven *anything* yet.

Horton was truly a good find - but I guess since we actually had draft picks recently -- you'll hit a good one every so often. Orakpo was easy since he fell into our laps (honestly, Oher would have been a good pick as well).

BUT it's back to the old argument -- consistently not drafting or signing FA O-linemen has been a perennial BAD move. I *still* shudder when we drafted a TE with *TWO* wide receivers. Sure, our O-line looks great right now, but what is the probability they will be healthy by November/December? I'd rather have good depth than hope we get lucky every year.

Anyway, I think we've had some good picks, but I'll stop short on "apologizing" to Vinny until (1) those picks actually make the team, (2) those picks actually do more than just become Warpath thread titles.

[WaldSkins]

Originally Posted by ethat001

Aside from Orakpo & Horton -- all the rest haven't proven *anything* yet.

Horton was truly a good find - but I guess since we actually had draft picks recently -- you'll hit a good one every so often. Orakpo was easy since he fell into our laps (honestly, Oher would have been a good pick as well).

BUT it's back to the old argument -- consistently not drafting or signing FA O-linemen has been a perennial BAD move. I *still* shudder when we drafted a TE with *TWO* wide receivers. Sure, our O-line looks great right now, but what is the probability they will be healthy by November/December? I'd rather have good depth than hope we get lucky every year.

Anyway, I think we've had some good picks, but I'll stop short on "apologizing" to Vinny until (1) those picks actually make the team, (2) those picks actually do more than just become Warpath thread titles.

What exactly has Orakpo proved? Yea he's looked pretty decent thru two preseason games but big deal, its two early to tell with this years rookie class as of yet.

[GTripp0012]

Marko Colston?