Jets tried to trade for Betts

[Duffman003]

Gibbs <3 Betts

[Daseal]

I'd try to deal Betts HARD right now. I'd think about an early 2nd, and take a 1st in no time. His value will never be so high. He's a mediocre blocker, and has fumbling issues. Use Portis as our bellcow and use Rock, Duckett, Sellers, whomever to take 10-15 carries a game. I'd love to see more from Rock.

[EXoffender]

Originally Posted by Daseal

I'd try to deal Betts HARD right now. I'd think about an early 2nd, and take a 1st in no time. His value will never be so high. He's a mediocre blocker, and has fumbling issues. Use Portis as our bellcow and use Rock, Duckett, Sellers, whomever to take 10-15 carries a game. I'd love to see more from Rock.

I'm with you (sans Betts blocking and fumbling issues). Let's rob another team for picks and players. It's done to us all the time. Let's turn the tables for once! McCareins and our original 2nd rounder, 37th overall for Betts.

[70Chip]

I think we should keep Betts unless someone offers a Hershel Walker to Minnesota type scenario. Unless its an offer we literally can't refuse, I would rather have Betts and Portis. I think if we can keep Springs and keep him healthy we will be in much better shape than anyone would have guessed. No need for trades or doomsday contracts.

Smoot + (healthy)Springs + Adams + Fletcher + (healthy) Washington + (more confident) Carter = Better Defense + (more experienced) Campbell + (healthy) Portis + Betts + Raleigh Mckenzie = Better Team Right Away. It's just that simple.

[Beemnseven]

Originally Posted by 70Chip

I think we should keep Betts unless someone offers a Hershel Walker to Minnesota type scenario. Unless its an offer we literally can't refuse, I would rather have Betts and Portis. I think if we can keep Springs and keep him healthy we will be in much better shape than anyone would have guessed. No need for trades or doomsday contracts.

Smoot + (healthy)Springs + Adams + Fletcher + (healthy) Washington + (more confident) Carter = Better Defense + (more experienced) Campbell + (healthy) Portis + Betts + Raleigh Mckenzie = Better Team Right Away. It's just that simple.

You're forgetting two important elements in that equation: defensive tackles.

Griffin and Salave'a just don't have it anymore. Their knack for injuries makes them an official liability. Gaines Adams won't help stuff the run up the middle.

When you can't stop the run, the defense and the team collapses.

[Gmanc711]

Originally Posted by Beemnseven

You're forgetting two important elements in that equation: defensive tackles.

Griffin and Salave'a just don't have it anymore. Their knack for injuries makes them an official liability. Gaines Adams won't help stuff the run up the middle.

When you can't stop the run, the defense and the team collapses.

While I agree about Salave'a, I think Griff is just fine in that role, and I think we drafted a guy in Golston that when developed will be pretty damn good. And Griff has never missed more than 3 games in a season, so yeah he might have some injury problems, but nothing that will make/break the season imo.

[Beemnseven]

Originally Posted by Gmanc711

While I agree about Salave'a, I think Griff is just fine in that role, and I think we drafted a guy in Golston that when developed will be pretty damn good. And Griff has never missed more than 3 games in a season, so yeah he might have some injury problems, but nothing that will make/break the season imo.

Well, Griffin is certainly the more solid of the two, but that doesn't say much anymore. My opinion of Griffin is more of a projection - I just don't see him being consistently healthy and penetrating the line of scrimmage the way he did in '04 and '05.

I also don't get the fascination with Kedric Golston. I know we as fans were thrilled at the notion that one of our 6th round picks was able to get playing time in his rookie year, giving the false impression that he was good enough to start. He wasn't. His playing time had more to do with the aforementioned injuries of the two starters than anything else. Golston had his moments, but you need look no further than our ranking against the run to admit that he's got some cleatmarks in his chest too.

[Redskin Rich]

The rumors I have heard was Portis was on the block and that Betts was going to be the number 1.... he is more of a Gibbs style running... more North and South than Portis.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by Redskin Rich

The rumors I have heard was Portis was on the block and that Betts was going to be the number 1.... he is more of a Gibbs style running... more North and South than Portis.

This is like the second time you've said this this week isn't it?

[dmek25]

if the trade was betts for vilma with some other picks involved, i am pissed.at no time does ladell betts hold higher trade value. and i take vilma over fletcher, every day of the week, and twice on sunday

[SkinsFanSince91]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

The Jets have tried to acquire Redskins running back Ladell Betts in a trade but a potential deal fell through, according to someone with knowledge of the discussions between the teams. The person requested anonymity because of the sensitive nature of trade talks.

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I hate to say I told u all so, but I DID!!

Maybe if I didnt post the story so early it may have went thru. That doesnt mean that something won't happen prior to or on draft day.

WE STILL NEED MORE FIRST DAY PICKS!!

Once again, I wasn't lying onthat trade "rumor." Someone please gimme some props for breaking the story.

Holla

[CHIEF CHUCKING MY SPEAR]

It i could i would trade one of them> I love to have both but we need to pick up some extra picks. Or get some good players.

[holcknowsbest]

listen i say trade betts...i love him too but portis is hands down the better back. we are talking about running backs here man. portis when healthy is top 5 in the league....hold on to him but betts can be replaced with a 3-4 round draft pick now. its just to ignorant to hold on to someone because we like him alot. betts must go so we can get more picks and if we can get vilma too.....wow is all i have to say.

ps london fletcher is another trip down that bust lane. wont get it done i garuntee it...ill root for his ass though but he wont get it done fellas.

[JankySpanky80]

Originally Posted by holcknowsbest

listen i say trade betts...i love him too but portis is hands down the better back. we are talking about running backs here man. portis when healthy is top 5 in the league....hold on to him but betts can be replaced with a 3-4 round draft pick now. its just to ignorant to hold on to someone because we like him alot. betts must go so we can get more picks and if we can get vilma too.....wow is all i have to say.

ps london fletcher is another trip down that bust lane. wont get it done i garuntee it...ill root for his ass though but he wont get it done fellas.

Fletcher won't be a bust. His stats have been solid every year he has been in the league. His age is the concern here. He would be a quick fix until we draft the position. 2 Good backs will win games for the skins and allow them to be the ball control offense gibbs is known for.

[holcknowsbest]

oh and somebody clue redskins rich in on this joe gibbs type of runner. his statements about north and south are so retarded that i end up looking like a dick when i have to say he is fing retarded. portis is north south you freaking clueless ones...ask joe gibbs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! download the films when clinton is talking about running guts! and powers! if you want to win this football game, reffereing to the giants game 2 yrs ago at fed ex!!!! watch portis's style please!!! someone please dont let redskins clueless rich post that crap.....it really hits a button with me.