bubba9497 Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 I think we all agree that the first half of the season, the Redskins biggest player(s) have been Brunnel/Moss, followed closely by Cooley and Sellars. So the question of the day: Who will step it up in the second half for the Redskins and will make the biggest impact? Will it be a surprise like a Taylor Jacobs, or Akili Jones? Or will a Veteran like LaVAr or Portis reclaim their glory? What do you think and why Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoony Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 Sean Taylor will become a turnover machine, and Clinton will have a couple HUGE games. ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmiJo Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 Aki Jones and Nick Clemmons had big days against the Eagles and I think we could be seeing more of them and maybe see our sack total rising. I was at the game, fifteen rows back from the field and Aki Jones was clearly the largest Redskin on the field - the guy is a monster. I also think that Jacobs is going to do very well here, if not this year then next. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHUBAKAH Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 I'm hoping that the coaching staff will have the largest impact, and the chess played on the field will be lights out. I think as Joe gets more comfortable with the offense, the play calling will open up even more as time goes on, and we take a few more chances. As far as players, I think our entire offensive line steps up as more and more teams back off to respect our passing game. The result is Portis for 100+ per game, and we run the clock till the end. Hail! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncskinsfan71 Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 I also think that Jacobs is going to do very well here, if not this year then next. I keep hearing that Taylor Jacobs is the truth in camp and practice, so what is the deal on Sundays? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldfan Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 In the second half, Joe Gibbs will discover that Ladell Betts can be used like B. Westbrook. Okay, I'll admit...you can take my prediction lightly. I've been saying the same thing since Ladell was drafted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoony Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 In the second half, Joe Gibbs will discover that Ladell Betts can be used like B. Westbrook.Okay, I'll admit...you can take my prediction lightly. I've been saying the same thing since Ladell was drafted. hmmm... I like Ladell, but he seems more like a power runner than a scat-back. Although he does have some nifty moves on occasion ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Symbol Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 Ok, Portis for the offense and on defense, Carlos Rogers finally starts and because he's a rookie, QB's try and pick on him and he breaks out with 6 picks for the second half of the season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldfan Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 hmmm... I like Ladell, but he seems more like a power runner than a scat-back. Although he does have some nifty moves on occasion... I was thinking of the way Westbrook is used, not comparing their skills. Skill-wise I see Ladell as a bigger Brian Mitchell... quick, decisive moves as a runner... very good receiver for a back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThatGuy Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 Damn you symbol. You took my guys. Portis- We've played some seriously tough run defenses. The schedule finally loosens up on that end after this week. Rogers- He'll be starting by the end of the year. And he'll produce. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heavy Jumbo Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 Aki Jones and Nick Clemmons had big days against the Eagles and I think we could be seeing more of them and maybe see our sack total rising. I'm not remembering Jones doing too much and his stats are only showing 1 tackle. Was he filling his gaps well? Clemons didn't seem to do that great either. I do think we'll have someone break out on the Dline during the second half of the season though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Califan007 The Constipated Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 LaVar Arrington and Clinton Portis... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khun Kao Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 I'd like to see Patten step up, Portis hit a stride, and LaVar & Taylor to get opposing offenses running scared from "phantom footsteps" ala Pinkston Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoeRedskins Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 David Patten becomes the deep threat on the other side of moss. He got a big gain against the eagles setting up the first TD. If he can do that once every game that would be huge for this team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raub Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 Lavar is going to be huge the next 8 games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselPwr44 Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 Chris Cooley had the biggest game of his career last Sunday so I'll vote for him. His catches continue to increase as well as his scoring opportunities. He'll also help Portis by loosening the middle up. On defense: Sean Taylor has been awfully quiet. Too quiet. I look for him to spice things up a bit with some big hits in the second half. But what do I know? :whoknows: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiveStrongSkins Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 Defense=LaVar Arrington. He will sure up the left side and make many plays behind the line of scrimmage. More importantly, he has given the defense an attitude and motivation. I expect many big plays that make the 12th man go nuts all the way up into the postseason. Offense=Santana Moss. With others stepping up in the passing game it is going to be nearly impossible to shift all of your attention to Moss. I believe he is going to continue his great play and continue to come through big in the clutch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeythetapeworm Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 I hope it would be Portis because a more consistent running game is really all we lack right now as team. However, I'm not really seeing many signs of the run improving in the immediate future so I'm gonna say Lavar is gonna be the player that picks it up the most in half 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-Dog Night Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 David Patten becomes the deep threat on the other side of moss. He got a big gain against the eagles setting up the first TD. If he can do that once every game that would be huge for this team. That's kind of how I feel as well. It seems that the coaching staff is making a concerted effort to get Patten involved, and so far, when they've made a concerted effort to do something, they've done it. Patten is close, he's really close. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iheartskins Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 That's kind of how I feel as well. It seems that the coaching staff is making a concerted effort to get Patten involved, and so far, when they've made a concerted effort to do something, they've done it. Patten is close, he's really close. It should also be noted that Patten has had a few long catches called back, including a TD. I agree though, E-Dog, he's getting there and he certainly wants the additional responsibility. He'll break out in one of the next couple weeks, I bet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumbo Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 I'm going to go with Patten, as defenses contiue to try to negate Moss and I believe all Patten/Brunell is missing (yes, dropsies factored) is the "connection" ala Mark/Moss that only some time and tries can create. Once that hurdle's cleared we will see a fast, effective #2. This scenario does leave me still having to wait I guess for Jabobs, as my next call is Thrash after Patten in more hooks and slants on 2nd & 3rd downs. I'm going with Lavar on D as he gets more and more back in sync with the the team, the scheme, himself, and the team and scheme and coaches do the same with him. Then the return of a healthy Hall will be a big factor in longer, reliable FG's during some close-fought games I assume will lie ahead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt'n Obvious Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 I would say David Patten steps it up on offense because of all the attention Moss will be getting, on D I think Lavar will step up big time. :helmet: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonnyRules Posted November 11, 2005 Share Posted November 11, 2005 LaVar Arrington Clinton Portis Sean Taylor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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