Pastabelly thinks Patten will get axe

[TheMalcolmConnection]

And Crisco is a good dipping sauce to dip the steak in.

[PWNED]

hes only at redskins park looking for leftovers

[steveo395]

it would be dumb to cut patten, especially since we don't need the money

if moss gets hurt, were definitely gonna need him...or if any of the receivers get hurt...

[Longtimefan]

Originally Posted by steveo395

it would be dumb to cut patten, especially since we don't need the money

if moss gets hurt, were definitely gonna need him...or if any of the receivers get hurt...

In Patten's case I don't think it's about the money, it's more about the roster spot. He will be the 4th or 5th receiver on the depth chart and does not play special teams. His salry is hefty for a player who does not play ST and will not be one of the top three at his position. We stand to loose however if we do cut him because of the bonus we signed him too last season.

[freddyg12]

Originally Posted by Longtimefan

In Patten's case I don't think it's about the money, it's more about the roster spot. He will be the 4th or 5th receiver on the depth chart and does not play special teams. His salry is hefty for a player who does not play ST and will not be one of the top three at his position. We stand to loose however if we do cut him because of the bonus we signed him too last season.

good point, if he doesn't play spec. teams then somebody's gotta take up that slack. Usually a 4th wr is expected to play ST. Plus, the $ isn't as much since we're now into a new CBA & prices have all been inflated.
I see Patten making a few clutch catches this year. I have a feeling that the staff will want him around for his vet. leadership & practice habits, which I've read are pretty good. They're takin a chance on Loyd's personality & work ethic, so maybe havin patten around will be a good influence & also let him know that a competent backup is ready to take his place.

[scowan]

Don't cut Patten, but maybe ESPN should cut Pastabelly. I think he is over paid and maybe ESPN could pick up a new journalist with the freed up cap space they will save. Just a thought.

[12thMan]

Originally Posted by scowan

Don't cut Patten, but maybe ESPN should cut Pastabelly. I think he is over paid and maybe ESPN could pick up a new journalist with the freed up cap space they will save. Just a thought.

You bring up a very interesting point, Scowan.

I would have to respectfully disagree. By cutting Pastabelly, the GDP we shrink and the economy would go into a tailspin!

(Gross Domestic Pastabelly)

[Beemnseven]

After Moss, Randle El and Lloyd, who is the best receiver among Patten, Thrash and Jacobs?

Advantage: Patten

Thrash is a standout on special teams, which will ultimately be what saves him -- but being a wideout who can consistently get open is not the reason he'll be back on the roster.

[VishsSkins]

I still think Patten is a quality receiver and is better than a 4th or 5th option so keeping him would be wise. We can afford it so I think he should definitely say since he would give us one of the deepest wide receiver corps in the league.

[MightyJoeGibbs]

I hate seeing the revolving door send more and more purposely signs, trades, of old veterans that never played have to leave with millions. This case is a bit unfortuanate b/c I like Patten, but 9 games shouldnt cost us so much money, however, I think a trade for a CB, or even lineman would be needed yet Id like to see patten take less money and re-work his contract. He missed most last year most important playoff time, and now he overshadowed .Take less money, for less work. Or maybe for once the Skins can try to get a draft pick for next year and not pissing those away too.

[firstdown]

Originally Posted by MightyJoeGibbs

I hate seeing the revolving door send more and more purposely signs, trades, of old veterans that never played have to leave with millions. This case is a bit unfortuanate b/c I like Patten, but 9 games shouldnt cost us so much money, however, I think a trade for a CB, or even lineman would be needed yet Id like to see patten take less money and re-work his contract. He missed most last year most important playoff time, and now he overshadowed .Take less money, for less work. Or maybe for once the Skins can try to get a draft pick for next year and not pissing those away too.

The only reason Patten missed the playoffs is because the Skins decided to out him on injury reserve. Patten did not have to TD's as whats his name said he had 2 completions over 20 yards which is right beside th TD stats. Such great reporting. I think Patten had an off year and if you go back and look at his number over the past six years they are good for a number 3 WR and ok for a 2. I think Patten will be more than motivated to come back this year and put up some good number and we may see more of him in the game plan.

[MightyJoeGibbs]

I think if we have an option to better use that roster spot, it ll be taken care of to fill it. Jacobs could also be moved.0Thrash uses his spot as a backup wr but is valued in special team coverage.

[BrudLee]

I think that Gibbs and company have placed a premium on depth at a position where up to five of the same position can be on the field at the same time. Does it make sense to have a very good (if a little expensive) #4 WR? It does if you need to be in a four receiver set, and you'd rather throw to Patten than Taylor Jacobs, or James Thrash, or Antonio Brown, or Jimmy Farris.

The only way this move happens is if Patten asks to leave.

[Master4Caster]

Time will tell; but, what I got from this article was that June 1 was no longer the big deal for scarfing up a few good "cap casualty" players. I don't put too much stock in the sidebar of Patten as an example of someone who might be a cap casualty. At $13 million, Patten is cheap. I'd rather have him in that role than Antonio Brown.

It's a long off-season, ain't it?

[BDBohnzie]

With injuries a big issue in the league now, I can't see giving up a talent like Patten. He got a bum rap last season, but is talented and can stretch the field. A healthy Patten would have worked wonders down the road last season.

With Randle-El and Lloyd, Patten's going to fight for a spot...