Willie Parker a Skin

[cdskins26]

Originally Posted by SBXVII

Honestly, I do see this happening. Good, bad, or indifferent, we need to fill ARE's spot and he won't cost a lot to pick up.

Perhaps they feel they can wait until next yr to revamp the RB spot. Pick up the QB they want, get an OL, LB, and a FS. Then invite as many UFA OL and LB's to camp.

I could too and you can imagine how much he would like playing 4 games against dallas or philly. I would rather us trade for marshall if we didnt have to give up too much. Either the 37th pick if we cant get gaither for it or something like cooley and rodgers for him.

[Trample the Elderly]

So here's where we're at right now. We cut our old over paid RBs and picked up old under paid RBs. Not bad, not bad. An anti-Cerrato move. I'm not convinced that these guys are going to be on the roster anyway. We might keep two of the three, but I have a feeling that Shann-a-Allen will find a good RB under the radar in the back part of the draft, or bring in an UDFA. Either way, I'm very excited and enthusiastic about how our front office is working now. This was long overdue.

[wolfeskins]

Originally Posted by cdskins26

I could too and you can imagine how much he would like playing 4 games against dallas or philly. I would rather us trade for marshall if we didnt have to give up too much. Either the 37th pick if we cant get gaither for it or something like cooley and rodgers for him.

cooley and rogers for marshall ? are you crazy ?

[Daseal]

I'm going against the grain on this one. I don't like the signing. I think LJ has a chance to maybe revitalize his career, but I don't think the same about Parker. Honestly, I don't think he was ever that good. I could be wrong and he blows up, but I doubt it. If this move keeps us from getting a young guy, I think it's a mistake. I could easily conjure up a vision where all three of these older semi-injury prone backs are hurt at the same time. I want a young RB in here taking a few reps from time to time.

Like others, I think one of these players gets cut (or maybe we move Portis for a 5th round pick or something similar) to make room for a younger guy.

[tryfuhl]

Originally Posted by Daseal

I'm going against the grain on this one. I don't like the signing. I think LJ has a chance to maybe revitalize his career, but I don't think the same about Parker. Honestly, I don't think he was ever that good. I could be wrong and he blows up, but I doubt it. If this move keeps us from getting a young guy, I think it's a mistake. I could easily conjure up a vision where all three of these older semi-injury prone backs are hurt at the same time. I want a young RB in here taking a few reps from time to time.

Like others, I think one of these players gets cut (or maybe we move Portis for a 5th round pick or something similar) to make room for a younger guy.

stats-wise they're damn near identical, Johnson having one more year which is reflected in the stats.. really the only thing that stands out vs the two of them is TDs.. and Pittsburgh had Bettis for those situations for a couple of years.. their TDs over the past 4 years are 20 for Parker, 25 for Johnson.. neither had a rushing TD last year

I think that it's a crapshoot between LJ and WP, not saying it won't be clear later on though

[SmootSmack]

I think LJ's advantage is his size. He can be an old power back. I'm not sure Parker can regain his speed after a certain point, and that's all he's got really.

[tryfuhl]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

I think LJ's advantage is his size. He can be an old power back. I'm not sure Parker can regain his speed after a certain point, and that's all he's got really.

Well yeah, I think that Parker is past his peak as well, speed was definitely a big part of his game. He was great to the outside, in the spread, etc. I think that Shanahan will take advantage of that. I mean he's not going to do to him what we did to Portis. LJ could definitely have a bigger impact since his runs might "mean more."

[SBXVII]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

I think LJ's advantage is his size. He can be an old power back. I'm not sure Parker can regain his speed after a certain point, and that's all he's got really.

Diet, lose weight, start running alot. Incorperate P90x, and do a lot of short suttles/ sprints. It doesn't work out.... adios.

[diehard]

I rather draft a late round RB who could fill in on 3rd down and help in the return game. These three vets already have bruised egos. This won't be 'healthy' competition.

[tryfuhl]

Originally Posted by diehard

I rather draft a late round RB who could fill in on 3rd down and help in the return game. These three vets already have bruised egos. This won't be 'healthy' competition.

maybe that's what Alridge can do.. we may still do that anyways though

[SBXVII]

Originally Posted by diehard

I rather draft a late round RB who could fill in on 3rd down and help in the return game. These three vets already have bruised egos. This won't be 'healthy' competition.

We have Thomas, Buchanen, Hall, Moss, and Alridge. Did I forget anyone? 5 guys who can return kicks. Why do you want another RB who can do it?

[diehard]

Thomas has shown promise in the return game. The others mentioned have yet to prove it for the Skins. A late round RB won't get a lot of reps behind veteran backs, so there's added value as returner.

[SBXVII]

Originally Posted by diehard

Thomas has shown promise in the return game. The others mentioned have yet to prove it for the Skins. A late round RB won't get a lot of reps behind veteran backs, so there's added value as returner.

I think Thomas did admirably. Definitly better then ARE. Moss we know can do the job and has done it well. I thought Hall has done it before just not with the Skins. Buchanen has good hands and is fast so obviously he will need to be tried out. Then there is Alridge. If he can keep from fumbling he would be a good pick for he job.

Now that we have a full stable of RB's I just don't see the need to go out this year and pick up a RB, WR, or CB in this yrs draft. Especially when he have drastic need of a more accurate QB. You guys talk of picking up a 2nd round QB, hell we can't get our late 1st round QB to become a franchise QB. We have Grossman who was a late 1st round QB. Some have mentioned picking up a mid round QB after picking up 2 OL. We have a mid round QB in Colt. We don't need one of those either. I'll even do you one better... we have an UFA in Bartel. The only thing we don't have is a top 5 drafted QB. I think I'd rather take a stab at that now. Especially since none of the others are franchise QB's.

After QB we can pick up OL in round 2. Maybe we get to trade back then if someone see's something they like? If not OL.

Jarmin is our 3rd pick.

Pick a 3/4 LB in the 4th round.

OL in the 5th.

FS in the 7th.

[NYCskinfan82]

Originally Posted by SBXVII

I think Thomas did admirably. Definitly better then ARE. Moss we know can do the job and has done it well. I thought Hall has done it before just not with the Skins. Buchanen has good hands and is fast so obviously he will need to be tried out. Then there is Alridge. If he can keep from fumbling he would be a good pick for he job.

Now that we have a full stable of RB's I just don't see the need to go out this year and pick up a RB, WR, or CB in this yrs draft. Especially when he have drastic need of a more accurate QB. You guys talk of picking up a 2nd round QB, hell we can't get our late 1st round QB to become a franchise QB. We have Grossman who was a late 1st round QB. Some have mentioned picking up a mid round QB after picking up 2 OL. We have a mid round QB in Colt. We don't need one of those either. I'll even do you one better... we have an UFA in Bartel. The only thing we don't have is a top 5 drafted QB. I think I'd rather take a stab at that now. Especially since none of the others are franchise QB's.

After QB we can pick up OL in round 2. Maybe we get to trade back then if someone see's something they like? If not OL.

Jarmin is our 3rd pick.

Pick a 3/4 LB in the 4th round.

OL in the 5th.

FS in the 7th.

What round was Brady picked in, Carr was picked were again & Russell it's not were u pick them it's how you evaluate them.

[SBXVII]

Originally Posted by NYCskinfan82

What round was Brady picked in, Carr was picked were again & Russell it's not were u pick them it's how you evaluate them.

Yep just like Payton Manning, Eli Manning, Sanchez, Stafford. Your totally correct.