Portis,league MVP up to this point?

MTK · 10-19-2008, 09:01 PM

He just seems to be getting better by the week, that's the scary part.

I agree with CooleyFanOV, let's not forget to send some love to the OL.

LMsexyAO · 10-19-2008, 09:04 PM

He's averaging 116.8 yards per game, that's on pace for nearly 1,900 yards for the season.

Scary numbers for #26

rypper11 · 10-19-2008, 09:06 PM

CP definitely should be in consideration. So should Albert Haynesworth (defensive leader on the unbeaten Titans, 23 tackles and 6 sacks from the DT position while they are only giving up 11 points a game), Troy Polamalu (3 picks and 30 tackles despite the fact that every team playing against the Steelers gameplans away from him), Drew Brees (QB of top offensive team in the league) and Jay Cutler (94.8 QB rating and 4-2 record despite not having even an average defense)

MTK · 10-19-2008, 09:07 PM

Anyone remember this from back in the offseason?

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New role for Portis

After studying Clinton Portis on tape during the offseason, Redskins coach Jim Zorn is preparing the seven-year vet for a bigger role in the offense.

Portis, who finished sixth in the league in rushing with 1,262 yards, is spending his offseason training at the team's complex. "We think that he can be a 1,800-yard back this season," assistant head coach/running backs Stump Mitchell said. "Running behind that offensive line, he should average four-and-a-half to five yards per carry."

The Redskins are keeping their blocking schemes intact and believe that continuity will allow Portis to thrive as their feature back. Furthermore, the Redskins are contemplating expanding Portis' role as a receiver after the vet hauled in a career-high 47 passes last season.

"We know that he was productive as a receiver last season, but most of his receptions were of the 'check-down' variety," Mitchell said. "We will see how he runs routes during mini-camps and O.T.As (Organized Team Activities) and determine if we can make him a bigger part of the passing game. He is a complete player with an unbelievable set of skills and we must find a way to maximize his talent."

53Fan · 10-19-2008, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Mattyk72

Anyone remember this from back in the offseason?

I certainly have new respect for Stump Mitchell. Portis definitely deserves it. SFREDSKIN has it right, the MVP should make a difference between winning and losing and Portis does that.

Takeuon · 10-20-2008, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Mattyk72

Anyone remember this from back in the offseason?

That's scary good that he was able to predict that and is now attempting/allowing it to come to fruition.
Nice research on digging that up Matty!

Skins fan 44 · 10-20-2008, 02:53 PM

Just hopefully we will see one of his characters soon.

12thMan · 10-19-2008, 09:07 PM

I'm curious, and certainly not to kick up any dust, but how is Champ Baily playing this year?

Hog1 · 10-19-2008, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 12thMan

I'm curious, and certainly not to kick up any dust, but how is Champ Baily playing this year?

He has not run for 818 yards.........
Dumb ass, Joe2

XXVI · 10-20-2008, 03:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Hog1

He has not run for 818 yards.........
Dumb ass, Joe2

The Associated Press: Portis runs for 175 as Redskins beat Browns 14-11

Idiot. Eat that.

onlydarksets · 10-20-2008, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by XXVI

The Associated Press: Portis runs for 175 as Redskins beat Browns 14-11

Idiot. Eat that.

He was talking about Champ Bailey, ricky.

Hog1 · 10-20-2008, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by XXVI

The Associated Press: Portis runs for 175 as Redskins beat Browns 14-11

Idiot. Eat that.

While I appreciate your apparent loyalty to Joe, my answer was satirical, and meant as a joke. Joe has taken a lot of crap for that trade. It is good to see his vindication on the matter!
HTTR

Schneed10 · 10-19-2008, 10:02 PM

I agree that you can't give it to Brees because they're not winning. Portis on pace for about 1850 (!) yards rushing. Combine that with his pass protection, and the fact that Campbell hasn't thrown an INT yet (largely because the running game is keeping him out of the 3rd & longs that tend to lead to INTs), and yeah I think you have the NFL MVP so far.

Lotus · 10-19-2008, 11:04 PM

Champ Bailey has been battling injuries while playing for a rotten defense.

GMScud · 10-19-2008, 11:13 PM

I can tell you right now, we better get the passing game in-sync next week, because you can be damn sure Pittsburgh's #1 goal on that MNF game week 9 will be to shut down Portis.

I really hope JC's groin is okay. It definitely affected his throwing motion.

10-19-2008, 09:06 PM	#3
rypper11 The Starter Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 1,228	Re: Portis,league MVP up to this point? CP definitely should be in consideration. So should Albert Haynesworth (defensive leader on the unbeaten Titans, 23 tackles and 6 sacks from the DT position while they are only giving up 11 points a game), Troy Polamalu (3 picks and 30 tackles despite the fact that every team playing against the Steelers gameplans away from him), Drew Brees (QB of top offensive team in the league) and Jay Cutler (94.8 QB rating and 4-2 record despite not having even an average defense) __________________ Playing a kids game for a kings ransom.

10-20-2008, 02:53 PM	#7
Skins fan 44 Impact Rookie Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Brazil, IN Age: 55 Posts: 883	Re: Portis,league MVP up to this point? Just hopefully we will see one of his characters soon. __________________ HTTR!

10-19-2008, 09:07 PM	#8
12thMan MVP Join Date: May 2005 Location: washington, D.C. Posts: 11,460	Re: Portis,league MVP up to this point? I'm curious, and certainly not to kick up any dust, but how is Champ Baily playing this year?

10-19-2008, 10:02 PM	#13
Schneed10 A Dude Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Newtown Square, PA Age: 46 Posts: 12,458	Re: Portis,league MVP up to this point? I agree that you can't give it to Brees because they're not winning. Portis on pace for about 1850 (!) yards rushing. Combine that with his pass protection, and the fact that Campbell hasn't thrown an INT yet (largely because the running game is keeping him out of the 3rd & longs that tend to lead to INTs), and yeah I think you have the NFL MVP so far. __________________ God made certain people to play football. He was one of them.

10-19-2008, 11:04 PM	#14
Lotus Fire Bruce NOW Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 11,434	Re: Portis,league MVP up to this point? Champ Bailey has been battling injuries while playing for a rotten defense.

10-19-2008, 09:01 PM	#1
MTK Hail Raiser Join Date: Feb 2004 Age: 53 Posts: 100,049	Re: Portis,league MVP up to this point? He just seems to be getting better by the week, that's the scary part. I agree with CooleyFanOV, let's not forget to send some love to the OL. __________________ Support The Warpath! \| Warpath Shop

10-19-2008, 09:04 PM	#2
LMsexyAO Impact Rookie Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 684	Re: Portis,league MVP up to this point? He's averaging 116.8 yards per game, that's on pace for nearly 1,900 yards for the season. Scary numbers for #26

10-19-2008, 11:13 PM	#15
GMScud Swearinger Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 12,626	Re: Portis,league MVP up to this point? I can tell you right now, we better get the passing game in-sync next week, because you can be damn sure Pittsburgh's #1 goal on that MNF game week 9 will be to shut down Portis. I really hope JC's groin is okay. It definitely affected his throwing motion. __________________ Tardy

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