Hooper Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 Didn't see this posted. Interesting article on an interesting player. The Shanahan stuff is interesting as well -- I hope Zorn is renting. http://www.nfltouchdown.com/anthony-alridge-the-long-awaited-homerun-threat-the-redskins-need/ This guy could be something special. Anthony Alridge runs under a 4.3 forty, and is a great receiver out of the backfield. Oh did I mention he returns kicks…and does it well? Alridge might turn out to be the homerun threat, the ‘Skins have been without for a decade. He attended the University of Houston and spent time with Broncos last year before going down with an injury. Mike Shanahan was fired after the season and new Denver coach, Josh McDaniels cut Alridge. Shanahan advised Vinny Cerrato to pick Alridge up, saying he was the fastest player player with the football he has ever seen. For a guy who has produced 1000 yard rushers by the boatload, that’s high praise. The Skins are without a legitimate change-of-pace back at the moment. Ladell Betts runs in the same style as Clinton Portis, which means the ‘Skins could an East-West style runner. Stretching the field both vertically and laterally are musts if Washington wants to improve its offense. Last year opponents crowded the box because there was little to respect outside it. Alridge gives them the ability to stretch it laterally. The concerns are his small frame (5-9, 175) and the foot injury he suffered last year. However, he’ll get a shot to make his mark during preseason. He will need to make impact on special teams in order to receive consideration. Marcus Mason found that out last year when he couldn’t make the team despite the fact he was the preseason rushing leader in the NFL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elkabong82 Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 If Alridge can catch as well as Betts then he could supplant him. However, I haven't heard if the kid can catch or not. Likely Alridge's best chance is to be good in the return game as well as rushing. Then he could supplant Rock, and also be used in rushing situations as a change of pace, whereas Betts would be used in pass-catching situations only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IbleedBnG83 Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 It has already been reported how Shanahan advised Vinny to get Alridge. I am really excited about this kid and have high expectations. I really hope he can be a contributor on special teams and see the field. I know Bronco fans were really excited about him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[[ghost]] Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 I doubt he'll amount to anything. But here's hoping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21MadFan Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 Dude looks fast as hell from the videos I've seen. It would provide I nice change of pace in the backfield Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Braxford Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 The Shanahan advice is pretty interesting. Hopefully Aldridge will add another dimension to the rushing game or kick return. ARE is horrible, just horrible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattFancy Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 Maybe he can be our Chris Johnson lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wvtbred Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 Love to have a return threat for a change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21MadFan Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 ARE is horrible, just horrible. He would be awesome if the purpose of the game was to go sideline to sideline. I wonder if he enjoys running suicides :hysterical: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IbleedBnG83 Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 He would be awesome if the purpose of the game was to go sideline to sideline. I wonder if he enjoys running suicides :hysterical: If that were the case, he would be running up and downfield Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhodus333 Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 Honestly im really hoping one of these running backs steps up and cracks into the roster. Nothing against rock or betts but i want some new blood back there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sikbug Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 I just want him to do well so I can buy his jersey since our last names are almost exactly the same lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hooper Posted July 28, 2009 Author Share Posted July 28, 2009 If Alridge can catch as well as Betts then he could supplant him. However, I haven't heard if the kid can catch or not. Likely Alridge's best chance is to be good in the return game as well as rushing. Then he could supplant Rock, and also be used in rushing situations as a change of pace, whereas Betts would be used in pass-catching situations only. No way he supplants Betts. The two veterans Zorn has become enamored with are Betts and Collins. It's Al Saunders all over again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 Alridge will make this team. I have said it since we signed him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maskedsuperstar Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 No way he supplants Betts. The two veterans Zorn has become enamored with are Betts and Collins. It's Al Saunders all over again. Alridge makes the team. He won't take Betts spot. But Rock may be in trouble. at 1:28 he splits 2 defenders. That is crazy speed. A vet will be cut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedskinsTime Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 We should just cut Alridge now, because Josh McDaniels doesn't think he's any good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky21 Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 No way he supplants Betts. +1Aldridge being the second string RB is crazy talk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xero21 Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 I've always thought Dominique Dorsey would be the RB to make the team out of him and Alridge. Dorsey has a lot more playing experience it seems (CFL or not), has Alridge ever seen the field at all? Dorsey is really fast too don't forget, and is also a good KR/PR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRobi21 Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 I'm really starting to think he'll replace Rock this year, which will be good to see some more youth movement, but it will be sad to see Rock go. It will be bitter-sweet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HBnotBlades Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 I think his best bet is to get a spot ahead of Rock. Remember that there's the rule change that outlaws the wedge this year, which could potentially affect Rocks game more than we think. The teams that didn't use the wedge generally had more speedy return men similar to Alridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thirtyfive2seven Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 Does he fumble? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vienna Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 Alridge will make this team. I have said it since we signed him. I agree with you, Stew. I think Alridge is going to open a lot of eyes this preseason with his performance and could potentially gain the next cult following on ExtremeSkins. From what I have seen, this kid has the scary speed and agility that this team needs, and he's very versatile. I encourage anyone who has not seen his highlights to watch them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paloffs Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 Alridge will make this team. I have said it since we signed him. This kind of comment is usually reserved for after the guy makes the team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gortiz Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 Does he fumble? ding, ding, ding... can he block? seems a little injury prone ... it would be awesome ... I am optimistic for one reason, and one reason only. It appears that for some reason, RB's are really the only position to have players emerge out of nowhere. sure you got guys like James Harrison, and London Fletcher out there, but it seems RB's can get by on pure raw atheletic ability ... it appears this kid has that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assassin 21 Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 I don't think he will replace Rock just due to Rock's abilities as a special teams player Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.