Do you want Portis back next season?

[tryfuhl]

If he can behave/work sure; if not, later.

[SBXVII]

#1 there will be no CAP next year so next year will be the time to shed all big contracts. I even wonder if they will find a way to pay off the majority of AH's contract and rework whats left to a lower amount so it doesn't hurt our CAP in the future. (Portis)I don't think he has the work ethic Shanahan will expect or want from him.

#2 In Shanahan's system I think everyone knows by now that he can plug just about anyone in as a RB and get better results then most other teams. Most other teams must have an exceptional RB to get the job done, not Shanahan.

#3 I also hope we get away from the back loaded contracts in the future. Stop "restructuring" contracts so they are majorly back loaded.

Edit: Sorry I had to edit so people would know I was refering to Portis and not AH.

[ethat001]

Easy question. Dump Portis. He's too old for an RB (29yo next year), everyone hates him in the locker room, he doesn't practice, and runs his mouth. His comments against Jason Campbell were way off, and JC came back at him HARD. I loved to see that fight in JC, and I just felt sad for Portis. Once a loved yellow-haired icon, Portis has become a virus.

Portis has become worse than T.O. and we don't need that for $6 million or whatever he's due. Save money and headache. Betts can pick up his slack, and the guy off the street - Ganther -- could partially fill his shoes.

It's also a great way to get the locker room's attention.

[redskin37]

No. He is a locker room cancer.

[JLee9718]

Well, I'm so tired of hearing Portis's mouth on ESPN980 (The John Thompson Show) and I'm ready for the third straight year to get rid of him. We (or rather Joe Gibbs) traded a first rate gentleman as well as a Hall of Fame CB (Champ Bailey) for a loud mouthed showoff. The Skins had a better running game without Portis this season. Cut ties with him and bring in somebody who wants to play.

[SBXVII]

^ I agree with you however I'm on the youth movement kick. I know Betts has been a team player and Rock is a captian but I'd cut them also and either keep Ganther who played as good if not better, Alridge as our change of pace back, and let Shanahan pick up someone he thinks he needs for his system and see how all three play out. I'm guessing Ganther will supprise if Shanahan can get the OL fixed and up to speed with his blocking scheme.

[SBXVII]

I've officially fallen off the Mason bandwagon also this last year but I wonder if he would look better in Shanahan's scheme.

[poopoobigelow]

ask me this question after every year since he's been here and my answer is always 'no'...

[saden1]

Wow...I know you guys are upset about his antics but not wanting him back is foolish. Who is going to get you that 1000 yards? Who are the defenses going to focus on?

Portis is still a baller people and you'll realize what you're missing if the Skins lose him.

[SolidSnake84]

Originally Posted by saden1

Wow...I know you guys are upset about his antics but not wanting him back is foolish. Who is going to get you that 1000 yards? Who are the defenses going to focus on?

Portis is still a baller people and you'll realize what you're missing if the Skins lose him.

I think that's the whole thing. People won't miss him. And he doesnt get 1000 yards....he didnt even get 500 yards this season. Injury or not, he was shot physically...it's over.

Portis is garbage as a player and as a person. He does nothing here except take up a roster spot and a lot of undeserved money...

[Son Of Man]

Originally Posted by SolidSnake84

I think that's the whole thing. People won't miss him. And he doesnt get 1000 yards....he didnt even get 500 yards this season. Injury or not, he was shot physically...it's over.

Portis is garbage as a player and as a person. He does nothing here except take up a roster spot and a lot of undeserved money...

So when exactly did CP sleep with your girlfriend? Or boyfriend...if you live in DC?

[Pocket$ $traight]

Originally, I wanted them to keep Portis but I think it comes down to three important points.

His is overpaid.
He is devisive.
He is worn down if not broken down.

I love what he used to bring on Sunday but I think it is time to move on.

Now if he is the hardest working player in the offseason, then let him stay but I don't see it happening.

[dmek25]

saden, something new, we agree! until the skins get a running back that is better then Portis, he stays.

[Eknox]

I say keep him if he gets in shape and runs like he did in Denver or at least close to it..

[skins89moss]

I would take Portis back but only if he restructures his current contract and take a pay cut to prove that he can be a top flight RB again. Put some incentives in the contract and let him earn his money. He would then refuse and we release him. Portis would do better on a team like the Pats where he would have to conform to the coaches and team leaders. I do think he has a few good years left to be productive.