SkinsThug Posted August 29, 2001 Share Posted August 29, 2001 From KFFL: The Washington Times reports Washington Redskins rookie RB Kenny Watson is the leading candidate to be the team's third-down back. He has the edge over Ki-Jana Carter and Michael Bates. "You need a guy who can run routes. I think that's where Kenny Watson factors," coach Marty Schottenheimer said. "You need a guy that can pass protect and Kenny's given us evidence he can do it." I find this hard to believe the way Carter has been playing, but when THE HEIMER speaks -- run! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hailredskinscom Posted August 29, 2001 Share Posted August 29, 2001 I am sure KiJana will make the team as Davis' backup with Watson taking reception on third down. he has excellent hands and speed. I actually think he should be auditioning for punt returner as well. When he was at my alma mater, PSU, he was our start kick returner. He has unbelievavble speed and nice moves. ------------------ Please visit my new Skins site, Mark's Redskins Net. Vote in my latest Skins poll. www.geocities.com/mbuterba/redskins.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Trevor Posted August 29, 2001 Share Posted August 29, 2001 I was just going to post the same tidbit. I find it very odd that as well as Carter has performed that he will be no more than the backup to Davis. Perhaps we'll use some 2 rb formations to get Carter some time, but to me it seemed that 3rd down back would have been the best way to get him some touches on a semi-regular basis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Posted August 29, 2001 Share Posted August 29, 2001 I was actually worried we'd cut it thin at RB and keep just four guys, with Watson being the guy we'd cut. I like what he brings and am glad to see he's going to make the roster. Carter will get his touches on the field. Remember, Marty has made a career of rotating players in and out. While he won't have a running back by committee here, he won't simply wear Davis out. Carter could get 100 carries just to spell Davis. That's how Marty operates. ------------------ Doom is in the box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redman Posted August 29, 2001 Share Posted August 29, 2001 Ki-Jana has been injury prone and Davis always has worn down over time. It's only natural for Marty to hope he has to avoid using those guys on third down if possible. Luckily, Watson apparently has shown that. ------------------ "Loosen up, Sandy baby. You're just too damn tight!" - John Riggins to Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavyDave Posted August 29, 2001 Share Posted August 29, 2001 5 RBs is what I predicted and this kid should step in when KJ Carter, if he has a nice year, auditions for a contract in Houston ------------------ Take a sip of the Marty Kool Aid and Believe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brave Posted August 29, 2001 Share Posted August 29, 2001 I don't know that Davis has actually "worn down" or if it has just been dumb luck that his injuries have occurred late in the last two seasons. In any case, he has gotten injured even though we had a very effective 3rd down back in Centers, so I don't see Watson being a deterrent to him going down again. There will be quite a few players looking at this season as auditions for those Houston spots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markrc99 Posted August 29, 2001 Share Posted August 29, 2001 this here is part of what i'm hoping for..we know we got some things going against us,but we may have some positives that we're not yet fully aware of.. why put carter on the field on 3rd down,unless,out of necessity?..what he brings is very similar to that of SD..so why not just leave davis in the game!..it's 3rd down,we know he didn't just run 60 yds & is winded..he's in there,and if he doesn't convert,he'll get his rest anyhow.. we need a down&distance guy..a guy with excellent speed & elusiveness..a guy who can cut at high speeds..a player who can finish those runs..i don't know if kenny watson is that player,but he'll be a huge plus if he is! the wording i don't like is 3rd down..we need a down&distance PACKAGE!!..one that we feel confident to run at anytime! & it needs to be extensive..if we're seeing alot of long yardage defensive looks,even on 1st down because we're behind by 17 pts or there's 2 minutes on the clock,we need a man that's explosive, excellent in the open field & will exploit that additional operating room the defense is conceding!.. stephen davis is a good option out of the backfield on run downs,more of a change-up than,take it the distance type..this is an area i think we have a very good chance of improving..better utilization of our backs,and better production when davis is off the field..hail walsingham Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Die Hard Posted August 29, 2001 Share Posted August 29, 2001 I think Jimmy Raye's unpredictable offense is going to have folks around here questioning his playcalling before long. Passing on 3rd and short isn't going to win over many Skins fans. ------------------ <IMG SRC="http://members1.chello.nl/~irmbouwman/gamestarter/sexy20.gif" border=0> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris 44 Posted August 29, 2001 Share Posted August 29, 2001 Agreed, i'm hoping the 3rd and 1 run around right end that we tried against the Browns was just a pre season type call and not something we will attempt often in the regular season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Posted August 29, 2001 Share Posted August 29, 2001 We questioned Norv's playcalling a time or two as well, and he's held in the highest regard as a playcaller. The play action pass that should have been a touchdown to Gardner wasn't a bad call. It was poor execution. I wouldn't question that particular call in the slightest. But, you are right DH, there will be a whole bunch of us questioning a whole lot of calls this season . It's good to be the fan ------------------ Doom is in the box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkey Posted August 29, 2001 Share Posted August 29, 2001 Almost all 3rd down calls are questioned unless the call works. If calling a pass on 3rd and short works, very few will question it ------------------ Comming October 16, a new name! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.