Why Gibbs is Sticking with Brunell..my opinion that is.

[dragontat7169]

skinsguy...your post is exactly what I have said in several posts except for the part about being 11 games. But I am going to sum it up in this one is a quick manner...(I hope...LOL)

1. Portis's Preseason is finally over. He only played one series in all the preseason games except for the hall of fame game.

2. Now that the running game is working better, the offense should open up a bit.

3. Brunell has not played in 11 games. Don't forget Hasselback actually played more than Ramsey and Brunell in all the 5 Preseason games. Brunell is under a complete NEW Offensive System that is under a NEW coaching staff with a NEW RB and other New Players..anyone notice how many times I said NEW.

4. Brunell is playing without confidence because of his past performances and mistakes. Give him a chance to adapt to the NEW system. I know he has made poor throws. I think part of it is his timidness and the fact he is also playing somewhat hurt. I do remember him getting hurt in a game earlier this season and Ramsey had to come in and finish. (so that actually takes more than half a game away..making his total about 6.5 games this whole season under a new system. And that's including the Preseason.)

5. And remember this most importantly. I am NOT a Brunell fan..but I do think he has improved over the course of the season and CJG (Coach Joe Gibbs since I was hounded for saying JG earlier and I wasn't giving him the proper respect he deserves) must see something in Brunell, that we as fans don't see.

My faith lies with Coach Gibbs decisions and I know he is doing what is best for the team.

Also, thanks to everyone who has welcomed me to the boards and I look forward to discussing the Skins with each and every one of you.

GO SKINS!!!