If Chargers can get a 1st & 3rd for Turner, don't we have to shop Betts?

[Sheriff Gonna Getcha]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

As I said in another thread I'm in favor of as little change as possible this offseason.

I wouldn't deal Betts because I like the idea of having a strong 1-2 punch in the backfield, and dealing a guy like Betts who passed up the chance to hit it big in free agency doesn't send a great message to the rest of the team.

It does all start up front, but Betts isn't void of talent either. He's a quality back and a great #2 to have.

I like Betts a lot, thinks Portis-Betts would be a great duo, and I also don't want much change, but I would trade Betts if we got a 1st rounder for him. I just think we can get more value out of trading him and drafting a defensive player than holding on to him.

I know the 2-back system is gaining popularity, but no team with a RB as good as Portis has such a system. Most teams with a 2-back system have 2 mediocre RBs who can't carry the load by themselves. Moreover, the teams that did have two quality backs last season, are turning to a feature back system. The Bears let go of Jones, Rhodes might not return to the Colts, Dillon is done with the Pats, and Barber is done with the Giants. So, I honestly think the 2-back system is a flash in the pan fad that gained popularity with the Bears-Colts SB, but one that will fade in time.