33 Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 http://blog.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/ Posted at 4:40 PM ET, 09/ 7/2006 Portis Speaks Portis said he's about 75 percent, would not be ready to play if he had to today and sounds very skeptical about being ready for Monday. he kept talking about the long-term and not doing anything to hurt himself for the long haul by rushing back. He said he's 75 percent right now, and does not want to come back until he's 100 percent. When he comes back he wants to be himself, a 25-carry back, and with so much time off and so few hits under his belt, that's not him right now. Said it would probably take at least two tough practices for him to be ready to play, and, unless he was doing some serious bluffing, I'd say don't start him on your fantasy teams and prepare to see a lot fo Ladell Betts Monday night. Gibbs says Portis is still day-to-day and it will be the player's decision to play or not. Barring a complete turnaround in the next 48 hours, I wouldn't plan on him for the opener. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Califan007 The Constipated Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 Whoops, you edited your post before I posted mine...lol :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EnFoRcEr_uPu Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 Well, the good thing if he doesnt play is that it sounds like he'll be ready for Dallas. But we need him AND Springs back for Dallas, or we could be in trouble against TO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henry Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 Can't say I'm suprised. Oh well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
illone Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 Keep in mind, the same stuff we hear is what the Vikings hear. Not saying he will play, but if the Skins are keeping everything close to the vest (as I think they are) then you may see Portis Monday night. I remember countless times where Priest Holmes would be doubtful for the game, only to suit up and take 25 handoffs on Sunday. This staff knows what the deal is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PresidentClinton07 Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 Yea, not surprised. Just come back for the girls in week 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeronimobrat Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 It would probably benefit Portis as well as the team's moral judgement towards his health. :logo: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeronimobrat Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 It would probably benefit Portis as well as the team's moral judgement towards his health. :logo: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanishomelette Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 You can say that again. I guess you did :laugh: I'd prefer he was playing...But only if he thinks he's ready. If he does show up in the game though, it will pump everybody up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flexxskins Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 Didn't I just read this somewhere else? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REDPepper Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 id like to see him play no matter what, just a couple downs, but i guess if we're in it for th elong run this year, having him healthy is more important. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bat~man Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 man this really sux =( , was hoping to see portis come back and provide the spark that was OBVIOUSLY ,missing in preseason , i think we will be fine w/o portis for a week but if we lose to the vikings i wont be surprised either , we wont have springs and our first string D got toasted by vanilla preseason plays =| .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD_washingtonredskins Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 id like to see him play no matter what, just a couple downs, but i guess if we're in it for th elong run this year, having him healthy is more important. I couldn't disagree more. If your player isn't ready to play, then you keep him out of harm's way. Portis needs to continue rehabbing and recovering until he's healthy and ready to play a full game. Hopefully it's next week vs. Dallas, but I'd prefer he miss that game too if it means he can come back and be here for us for the rest of the season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tr1 Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 I hope Duckett has a handle on the playbook... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paredskinsfan Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 I know we need him for the long haul , but I just dont have the faith in Betts that some of you do I say if portis can carry the ball 10-12 time that would make me feel alot better but if he cant fine get him ready for dalASS. To be honest I would much rather see duckett in there taking the bulk of the carries as apposed to betts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smalex41 Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 http://blog.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/Posted at 4:40 PM ET, 09/ 7/2006 Portis Speaks Portis said he's about 75 percent, would not be ready to play if he had to today and sounds very skeptical about being ready for Monday. he kept talking about the long-term and not doing anything to hurt himself for the long haul by rushing back. He said he's 75 percent right now, and does not want to come back until he's 100 percent.QUOTE: I can understand his assessment and I agree with him. There is absolutely no need for him to disregard the signs his body is giving to him, If he did, the end result could be tragic !! When he comes back he wants to be himself, a 25-carry back, and with so much time off and so few hits under his belt, that's not him right now. Said it would probably take at least two tough practices for him to be ready to play, and, unless he was doing some serious bluffing, I'd say don't start him on your fantasy teams and prepare to see a lot fo Ladell Betts Monday night. Gibbs says Portis is still day-to-day and it will be the player's decision to play or not. Barring a complete turnaround in the next 48 hours, I wouldn't plan on him for the opener. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redskins75 Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 TJ should get the bulk of the carries. Why in the hell not, we gave up another draft pick for him and he could start for alot of other teams, he has proven that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twenty-eight Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 Thanks for posting B... Wait til you're 100% CP!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 Dammit Clinton! Why did you have to go and remove all the suspense. You just cost us at least a dozen threads on the subject. And we were so enjoying the speculation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbooma Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 Dammit Clinton! Why did you have to go and remove all the suspense. You just cost us at least a dozen threads on the subject. And we were so enjoying the speculation. true but gave me time to pick up another rb in my fantasy league Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21dave Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 Don't play him until he's ready. This team is built to go far in the playoffs this year, the worse thing would be to rush him too quickly week 1 and have him banged up all season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MF Doom Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 I really don't think it will matter if CP plays on Monday night, we have Duckett and Betts, which should be fine against the Vikings defense. I just want him to be fully recovered so that there no lingering effects when we are in the playoff hunt in November/December. Remember, Betts put up over 100 yards against the Vikes 2 years ago. In summation, I agree with most of the other people on this board, I want him healthy for week 2, forget Minnesota. :logo: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooka Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 Thanks for posting B...Wait til you're 100% CP!!!! Agreed.Rushing him to play week 1 would be retarded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redskinsforlife Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 http://blog.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/Posted at 4:40 PM ET, 09/ 7/2006 Portis Speaks Portis said he's about 75 percent, would not be ready to play if he had to today and sounds very skeptical about being ready for Monday. he kept talking about the long-term and not doing anything to hurt himself for the long haul by rushing back. He said he's 75 percent right now, and does not want to come back until he's 100 percent. When he comes back he wants to be himself, a 25-carry back, and with so much time off and so few hits under his belt, that's not him right now. Said it would probably take at least two tough practices for him to be ready to play, and, unless he was doing some serious bluffing, I'd say don't start him on your fantasy teams and prepare to see a lot fo Ladell Betts Monday night. Gibbs says Portis is still day-to-day and it will be the player's decision to play or not. Barring a complete turnaround in the next 48 hours, I wouldn't plan on him for the opener. I know in advance I will get murdered for say this but.... Portis has really started to piss me off this year, not sure exactally why but he is. We are paying this guy so much cash, I don't know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byner21 Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 I hope they don't play him. We need him healthy. It'll keep his legs fresher for the long season too. Betts and Duckett will get it done for now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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