Mason v. Rock

[Meks]

if tryon doesnt become more consistent hes P. squad.

[SFREDSKIN]

I love Mason's speed and slitherin style, I hope they keep both. This battle will last throught out the exhibiton season, if Mason shows this on a consistent basis then find a place for him, make a roster spot.

[EternalEnigma21]

good question. I think because rock brings a good kick return, and great st'er overall, he'll take up any questionable roster spot. mason has shined every time he's had a shot, though. I think he may have a chance to be a great backup, and if we had someone that could return kicks and cover like rock, it may be considered.

trading betts... i don't know if we could get enough value for him. he's a good running back, but i don't know if anyone would give up a second for him...

[rstone1979]

speaking of betts what is up with the linebacker Alfred Fincher having the same #46 as betts?

[SeanTaylor21SKINS]

Originally Posted by rstone1979

speaking of betts what is up with the linebacker Alfred Fincher having the same #46 as betts?

They don't have enough numbers so some players have to share because we haven't made our cuts yet.

Mason looked good last night. But Rock just can contribute more to the team.

[EternalEnigma21]

i think betts didnt' make the trip so the number was available.

[vallin21]

He had #56 I think

[Hog's Breath]

Originally Posted by vallin21

He had #56 I think

No, he was definitely wearing 46.

[Ruhskins]

This is a bit tough...I must say that Rock has the advantage b/c of his return skills. I do hope he improves over the next preseason games.

[DIRTEE]

Mason has to step it up on special teams.

[Daseal]

Ive been an advocate for trading Betts since he did well when Portis went down. I like Betts, but we have Rock and Mason. This year, someone will take Mason if we practice squad him.

[Beemnseven]

Unless I'm mistaken, practice squad guys are safe from other teams. I know you can't go on the practice squad after your second year though.

The ideal time to trade Betts would have been immediately after the 2006 season when he was steamrolling everybody. I wouldn't be opposed to the idea of parting with Betts for a couple of picks, but one of them would have to be a 2nd rounder at minimum. Betts fumbles too much for my tastes.

Besides, serviceable spot duty-type running backs grow like weeds in this league.

[wilsowilso]

Originally Posted by Beemnseven

Unless I'm mistaken, practice squad guys are safe from other teams.

Not safe. It happens quite a bit.

[DIRTEE]

That's very true.

[724Skinsfan]

Mason is fine and all but is it really a big deal if someone scoops him up off the PS? Our RB tandem of Portis and Betts is more than satisfactory and should be that way for 3 or 4 more years. By that time, I would hope that another running back of Mason's skill level would be available either through FA or the draft in the next couple of years. We currently have a solid running game and a solid return game. Take away Rock and we still have a solid running game but now our return game becomes....questionable. I say keep Rock and let Mason sit on the practice squad, even if it means another team knows more about him than we do and grabs him. The Redskins future is not in jeopardy if Mason is not part of the team these next 3 years.