Veretax Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 from This thread already on site They state that Marcus Mason was signed to our "Off Season" Roster (I don't know what this means, can someone explain that for me please? And second, does this signing perhaps indicate that we may not resign Rock right away? (PS Did a search, no talk about this anywhere.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 I think it means more for either Portis or Betts, then it does for Rock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedskinzOwnU Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 I'm much more excited about Mason as a prospect than I am about Rock. Rock had a good kick return average this year but I was never really impressed with what he did there, or at the runningback position. Mason has a lot more potential and it would be nice to see him get a shot at both positions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zhouse Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 I don't know, but I would hate to lose Rock. But Mason's signing has that feel good story. I DON'T KNOW!!!!!!!AAHHHHHHHH....make this stop. I wish it was august already! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoeRedskins Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 How about it doesn't mean anything other then he is coming to camp next season. If Rock keeps it reasonable, he can be a Redskin for a long time, but he needs to know his value as a return man and special teamer, not an RB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingGibbs Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 I'm much more excited about Mason as a prospect than I am about Rock. Rock had a good kick return average this year but I was never really impressed with what he did there, or at the runningback position. Mason has a lot more potential and it would be nice to see him get a shot at both positions. Uh oh. Be ready for some claws. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Edds Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 great question, the Gmen had 4 RB's on their roster (Jacobs, Ward, Droughns, Bradshaw (sp?)) ... so I think we might see us do the same thing? Hard to tell what this means, maybe we are doing this for leverage? Maybe it does mean we might make a trade with Betts or Portis? It's gonna get real interesting. Even with his high salary, his openness to restructure makes me think that any new coach would want at least one year to work with Portis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD_washingtonredskins Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 I'm not sure it means anything. We had Portis, Betts, Rock, and Mason in camp last year too. I really like Mason and would love for there to be a spot on the team for him...I'm not really sure where that is though. If (a big IF) we end up dealing or cutting a RB with the new coaching regime, I hope Mason gets a shot. One thing that continues to pop into my head is that good RBs can be found anywhere. That's not to say that I think Mason is better than any of the other 3, but if he comes significantly cheaper than one of them...there might be a decision to be made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clinton Portis # 26 Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 I hope it means that Mason can be the KR. Rock is ok, but nothing special. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan T. Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 Mason showed a flash of talent last preseason. I'm intrigued by his potential... That said, Rock has established himself as a quality, low budget special teams leader. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
@DCGoldPants Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 You sign the PS guys to your roster when your season is over. Then they can be part of your offseason schedule. Who knows? Maybe they do have plans for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soup Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 It means, no soup for you (Rock) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veretax Posted February 6, 2008 Author Share Posted February 6, 2008 Okay lets think about this, there are lots of ways mason could get on the team. 1. He could take a place on Special teams (not just as a KR but maybe a blocker too?) Reasoning, we are keeping Mix most likely, and thrash is likely going to be cut, I just have a feeling about that. That one move would free a slot for him. The other thought. If we did for whatever reason trade betts (I don't see portis going), or if Rock Didn't sign, then we have a guy familiar with our practice regimen, and we'd have the luxury of drafting a RB late if we felt we needed it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 Okay lets think about this, there are lots of ways mason could get on the team. 1. He could take a place on Special teams (not just as a KR but maybe a blocker too?) Reasoning, we are keeping Mix most likely, and thrash is likely going to be cut, I just have a feeling about that. That one move would free a slot for him. The other thought. If we did for whatever reason trade betts (I don't see portis going), or if Rock Didn't sign, then we have a guy familiar with our practice regimen, and we'd have the luxury of drafting a RB late if we felt we needed it. I dont see us getting rid of Thrash. he's cheap, and his level of play is still quality, especially on special teams. He plays big for his age, and is cheap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veretax Posted February 6, 2008 Author Share Posted February 6, 2008 If not Thrash, then who else on Special Teams might be at risk of losing their Job? Any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp redskin Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 I say we trade Betts for a 4th and let Mason have a chance to replace him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
authentic Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 I really like the kid, he reminds me alot of Amhad Bradshaw. Small in stature, but has really good vision and a low center of gravity to hit the holes. This is a good sign for the future - not worried about Betts or Cartwright by this signing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 If not Thrash, then who else on Special Teams might be at risk of losing their Job? Any ideas? I wish i knew our special teams roster. I think we have Thrash for two more years, or until he shows decline and the younger guys start showing him up. But he is always down at the one yard line trying to keep the ball out of the endzone in kick offs and punts, and from one WR to another, my hope is that some of that work ethic rubs off on Mix, or already has. Blades used to play special teams. he may be giving that chore up if Rocky isnt ready by the start of the season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 I say we trade Betts for a 4th and let Mason have a chance to replace him. Betts and Lloyd and a sixth to Cincy for CJ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp redskin Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 That works for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp redskin Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 Betts and Lloyd and a sixth to Cincy for CJ. I imagine Lloyd would have to agree to restructure before he would be tradeable? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyndorf25 Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 Betts and Lloyd and a sixth to Cincy for CJ. :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Seriously though, I do have a sneaky suspicion that Betts is going to be traded this offseason. Given the holes on the O and D lines, CB and WR, Betts just seems like a luxury that the team might feel as though they can do without in order to bolster those other areas of need. Plus if Mason really is as good as he has looked in limited pre-season action, maybe all he truly needs is a chance. Look at guys like Ryan Grant and Willie Parker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedskinsSuperBowl21 Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 You sign the PS guys to your roster when your season is over. Then they can be part of your offseason schedule. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 Physically Mason wasn't a fit for our previous power based run game, which shows his talent level by the mere fact we kept him around. Now our O is likely to be a WCO hybrid it is not inconceivable that he would move up the depth chart, above Rock for sure. Maybe Betts too based on the possibility of getting a low draft pick/trade involving him. Neither Betts nor Rock are going to usurp CP talent wise so IMO it is time we blooded another young RB. Doesn't mean we have to get rid of Rock altogether (assuming he doesn't get a better offer elsewhere), or even Betts, but we do need to look at getting Mason some game time. The way to do that initially is kick off returns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Siven Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 Okay lets think about this, there are lots of ways mason could get on the team. 1. He could take a place on Special teams (not just as a KR but maybe a blocker too?) Reasoning, we are keeping Mix most likely, and thrash is likely going to be cut, I just have a feeling about that. That one move would free a slot for him. The other thought. If we did for whatever reason trade betts (I don't see portis going), or if Rock Didn't sign, then we have a guy familiar with our practice regimen, and we'd have the luxury of drafting a RB late if we felt we needed it. Unless Mason is an equivalent route runner/pass catcher as Betts, don't expect Betts to be shopped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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