Thoth Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 IF (and note the if was capitalized as an uncertain hypothetical) we kept 6 recievers, who should the 6th be? Presuming Moss, Lloyd, Randel El, Patten, and Thrash are the first 5. With an offense that often uses a 3 and 4 reciever sets, is it completely frivolous to keep 6? I don't know, that's why I'm asking. The Jacobs thread made me wonder about injuries, also the value of raw talent and potential versus steadier productivity with less upside (Thrash). Is it foolish to think Jacobs might break out in a new scheme? Does Sanders' system really suit his skill set to a much more significant degree? Are there factors we are unaware of that explain why he didn't step up last year? Which player would be safer to leave on a practice squad? One of the running backs we have a glut of? Jacobs? Is that even allowed? Thanks, love to hear some comments from people who have actually seen these guys practicing, and are truly knowledgable. I'm sure Gibbs and Saunders will be posting responses shortly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
we_want_56 Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Im liking Mike Espy. The man works hard during training camp, but he's practice squad eligible so i dont think he'll be the 6th man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tml6157 Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 JIMMY FARRIS BABY! gotta love the guy he will be #6 mark my words Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dxtrmanlee Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 I am also rooting hard for Mike Espy. I was really excited when we drafted Taylor Jacobs because he had just killed the Terps in the Orange Bowl, and I would like to give him one more shot. From what I read, it seems Farris is playing really hard and the coaches are taking a liking to him, but I think at his best he is the next Thrash, and I only rooted for Trash when he was returning kicks in his first pre-season and did awseome on ST. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRMADD Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Moss and Lloyd are the starters. ARE and Thrash contribute on teams. The 5th and 6th receiver better be able to contribute on teams, too. Patten is a steady but unremarkable veteran receiver -- and doesn't contribute on special teams. Jacobs, despite being a lousy receiver so far, is OK on teams. Espy and Farris have to beat them out there -- if they show something special on teams during the exhibition games, they've got a shot at displacing them. I think Patten, especially having lost some time with viral meningitus, might be on the hot seat with Jacobs. I wouldn't be surprised if neither of them make the team, and I wouldn't be surprised if both of them do. How many of you would be shocked if the Skins only keep 5 receivers? I think it's a very real possibility: Moss, Lloyd, ARE, Thrash, and one other (probably Patten). That frees up a spot elsewhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CapitalDefense Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 The only thing I hate about the practice squad is teams can sign your players to there active roster. So lets say a team like Atlanta gets another injury early in the season they could just take him, which is BS if you ask me. He could develop into a future 4th option because Patten and Thrash are almost a part of the grandpa crew.....:laugh: I hope Espy continues to impress and makes it in the top 53. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FunBunch7 Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 How about the guy in the movie "Invincible"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themurf Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Save Farris. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarhog Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Farris is one righteous dude. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllAboutSkins08 Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 i've been hearing a lot of good things about farris and although i've never seen him i'd like to see him be on the roster just because of all the praise he is getting from people on here and apparenly from the coaches too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimm Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 I would say Jimmy Farris with Espy on the PS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IM A REDSKIN FAN Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Rod Gardner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Major Harris Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 tk, your avatar is a hi-jack. what the hell was this thread about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
korserra Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 The normal thing to do is only keep five WRs plus one on the practice squad. That is what is most likely to happen. There are probably a couple of roster spots reserved for players that are so wonderful on special teams that you keep them even though they may not add much to the depth chart. That is how a sixth WR could come to pass. So look for a WR who is really good on special teams. That he be able to catch passes is somewhat secondary. After all, he isn't going to get many chances. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabadahabada Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Mike Espy Baby! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BG Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Wait and see how preseason unfolds. IF someone jumps out of the back, then that guy deserves the spot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Happy Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 He missed all of 2003. In 2004, he was the #4 WR with Boonell and Ramsey sucking at QB. He was injured for the 2005 preseason, and for the Chicago game. Then he got injured again in the Dallas game. He had 3 starts. What did you expect from him? He's barely had a chance to play, and already people are ready crucify him. You think nobody else struggles in their first few starts? Jacobs is still an unknown at this point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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