If we had to part w/ one more player...

KLHJ2 · 03-18-2009, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Mattyk72

So... get rid of arguably our defensive MVP in the name of youth and the cap?

We're not that desperate for cap space you know.

Edit: LOL, I knew I was going to catch hell for that. I believe that Blades is a year or 2 from being able to replace him with the same type of production. Like I said I do not dislike LF. I hope that we do not get rid of him, but the question in the thread was "If we had to part w/ one more player..."

I justified my reasons and I will stick with it.

MTK · 03-18-2009, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Angry

I knew I was going to catch hell for that. I believe that Blades is a year or 2 from being able to replace him with the same type of production. Like I said I do not dislike LF. I hope that we do not get rid of him, but the question in the thread was "If we had to part w/ one more player..."

I justified my reasons and I will stick with it.

Catch hell? Sorry I won't try to discuss anything with you in the future.

KLHJ2 · 03-18-2009, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Mattyk72

Catch hell? Sorry I won't try to discuss anything with you in the future.

I meant it in jest. Would it have helped to put a silly little "LOL" in front of that?

SmootSmack · 03-18-2009, 10:12 AM

I'd probably say Jon Jansen in all honesty. Love the guy, but he's struggling just to stay upright it seems. I don't know if he has much left to give and it would (hopefully) force us to realize we need to go after an OT

MTK · 03-18-2009, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by SmootSmack

I'd probably say Jon Jansen in all honesty. Love the guy, but he's struggling just to stay upright it seems. I don't know if he has much left to give and it would (hopefully) force us to realize we need to go after an OT

I can see that, but the thought of handing it over to Heyer still makes me nervous. Sorry for giving you hell.

SmootSmack · 03-18-2009, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Mattyk72

I can see that, but the thought of handing it over to Heyer still makes me nervous. Sorry for giving you hell.

Typical ego behavior. I shouldn't even be surprised anymore

WaldSkins · 03-18-2009, 04:14 PM

Id get rid of Ladell even if we didnt have to cut a player

steven4est · 03-20-2009, 04:17 PM

i disagree betts is a good back he just needs carries.....hows this for a swing of things PORTIS!!!!!!!! not to cut but trade hes older and not many backs make it past 30 trade him before the downside of his career happens just a suggestion

Ruhskins · 03-20-2009, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by steven4est

i disagree betts is a good back he just needs carries.....hows this for a swing of things PORTIS!!!!!!!! not to cut but trade hes older and not many backs make it past 30 trade him before the downside of his career happens just a suggestion

Only if we could do the Herschel Walker trade all over again and get a ton of picks for him. LOL.

RedskinMike · 03-20-2009, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by steven4est

i disagree betts is a good back he just needs carries.....hows this for a swing of things PORTIS!!!!!!!! not to cut but trade hes older and not many backs make it past 30 trade him before the downside of his career happens just a suggestion

Betts has been here for 7 years and only had one good season. He has had chances but has either been hurt or just didnt get it done. He is nothing more than a backup and we should have traded him when we had the chance.

WaldSkins · 03-20-2009, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by RedskinMike

Betts has been here for 7 years and only had one good season. He has had chances but has either been hurt or just didnt get it done. He is nothing more than a backup and we should have traded him when we had the chance.

Thank you. I don't really know where this man crush on Ladell comes from.

AnimateYYZ · 03-20-2009, 07:47 PM

Reed Doughty.

53Fan · 03-20-2009, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by WaldSkins

Thank you. I don't really know where this man crush on Ladell comes from.

It doesnt have anything to do with a man crush. A couple of years ago when Portis was hurt, Betts did great. He hasn't had that many carries since. I don't where the idea of him having so many chances comes from. Put Portis in for 4 or 5 carries a game and see how he does. We could have Sproles behind Portis and he still isn't going to do much if you don't give him the ball. Betts got about 4.67 carries a game in 13 games last year. What kind of numbers are you looking for?

The Goat · 03-20-2009, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by 53Fan

It doesnt have anything to do with a man crush. A couple of years ago when Portis was hurt, Betts did great. He hasn't had that many carries since. I don't where the idea of him having so many chances comes from. Put Portis in for 4 or 5 carries a game and see how he does. We could have Sproles behind Portis and he still isn't going to do much if you don't give him the ball. Betts got about 4.67 carries a game in 13 games last year. What kind of numbers are you looking for?

Took the words...

I mean sure Betts has disappointed from time to time, especially w/ the fumbles. But in all his time in the NFL the one opportunity he got to carry a team he racked up yards like, wait for it, L. Tomlinson. Betts started every game the 2nd half of the '06 season and the only RB to compile more yards in that span was LT. True shit check it out everybody. I think it's on Zorn to utilize Betts and change our rushing scheme. Basically, I think Ladell should be our work-horse in the 1st half of every game, getting lots of carries in a row cuz when in rhythm he's solid. This way Portis can 1) have a shot at defenses a bit worn down so he gets more breakaway opportunities 2) stay healthier longer in the season. Personally, i don't believe we'll be a contender for anything as long as CP is wore out by week 10.

... obviously Betts has to fix the fumbles to make this plan work. Coaching has to be a part of the problem/solution and I sort of think back to how NY worked intensively w/ Tiki to fix this issue.

The Goat · 03-20-2009, 05:38 PM

Under current circumstances I'd cut (and I know i'll take shit for this) Rock. We need more explosiveness in KR/PR and he's a terrible option at RB. I'm looking for the FO to draft a RB in the 5th or 6th round anyway... so we save about $800k in cap space and have Devin as our KR and a young change-of-pace back behind Portis/Betts.

2nd choice: James Thrash
3rd choice: Rabach but only if we draft Mack/Unger or get a quality guy in FA.

03-18-2009, 10:12 AM	#4
SmootSmack Uncle Phil Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 45,256	Re: If we had to part w/ one more player... I'd probably say Jon Jansen in all honesty. Love the guy, but he's struggling just to stay upright it seems. I don't know if he has much left to give and it would (hopefully) force us to realize we need to go after an OT __________________ You're So Vain...You Probably Think This Sig Is About You

03-18-2009, 04:14 PM	#7
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steven4est Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 16	Re: If we had to part w/ one more player... i disagree betts is a good back he just needs carries.....hows this for a swing of things PORTIS!!!!!!!! not to cut but trade hes older and not many backs make it past 30 trade him before the downside of his career happens just a suggestion

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The Goat Pro Bowl Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 5,662	Re: If we had to part w/ one more player... Under current circumstances I'd cut (and I know i'll take shit for this) Rock. We need more explosiveness in KR/PR and he's a terrible option at RB. I'm looking for the FO to draft a RB in the 5th or 6th round anyway... so we save about $800k in cap space and have Devin as our KR and a young change-of-pace back behind Portis/Betts. 2nd choice: James Thrash 3rd choice: Rabach but only if we draft Mack/Unger or get a quality guy in FA. __________________ 24-34

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