COWBOY-KILLA- Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 Alright Ladies and Gents, We all know he hasn't worked as hard as he could have over the years and that it has effected his game towards the end of his good seasons. Even still he has been a great Redskin imo, he was part of the group that brought the Redskins back to relevance with Gibbs 2.0 and was key to 2 playoff runs. He really didn't play great last season then got hurt. So... Just before minicamps begin I'd like to take a gauge of whether or not Redskins fans believe in Clinton Portis for the 2010 season?? Will he get it done?? Will he play well and be a key contributor?? Will he completely disappoint?? We he even be on the team?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Symbol Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 I think he'll do fine barring injury. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris0894 Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 i think he will be better because of shanny but i can't say he will be good till i see the oline in action Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COWBOY-KILLA- Posted March 14, 2010 Author Share Posted March 14, 2010 For full disclosure I'll go on record saying he comes in prepared and ready to play....My vote, return to glory 1150 yds 7 tds 20 catches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Springfield Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 No, I don't believe in Clinton Portis. He'll be average. Nothing special, nothing terrible... the same as just about any 30 year old RB out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supreme Wu Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 ha. hell no Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robotfire Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 I say he only "returns to glory" as low as you put it because he'll be sharing carries with Larry Johnson. He's going to be a beast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burgold Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 No, he's lost me. I want to be wrong, but it's not just his performance that stinks. He threw his team under the bus. Many of his teammates this offseason have spoken ill of him. He's getting into fights with players. And last year for the first time, he gave little effort on the field. I think he'll make a show of trying to be good for a while, but then his true colors will emerge again. There were too many players who bad mouthed him. He's been a bad running back for a year and a half... and if you think about it, he was sold to us as a home run hitter, a guy with great speed who take it all the way on any given play. Except for his first game, that guy has rarely existed. We saw some power, some drive, but he was like an Eddie George for us. I think the reason that homerun hitter disappeared is because he has never done his work in practice or the offseason and has always lacked the endurance to get it done. I believe that's why he has always faltered and got hurt at the end of almost every season. Even his greatest season, he ended the season with multiple injuries and gutted it through. He was a very gifted natural athlete who has always relied on his gifts. His line about instincts was incredibly telling and insulting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Sinister Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 I think this will be his last season in Washington. I just don't think he cares anymore. I hope I'm wrong though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussieskin Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 I guess we will soon find out how cp will be this year, i am hoping for something special, the OL line will be or should be better, so i hope he has a good year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris0894 Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 and if you think about it, he was sold to us as a home run hitter, a guy with great speed who take it all the way on any given play. Except for his first game, that guy has rarely existed. Really? Im not a huge fan of Portis as of late but in 6 seasons with us he has averaged 1100 yards a season regardless of his injuries...that's pretty good in my opinion. Also that's only playing in 8 games two of those seasons. Put your pipe down man lol http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/stats?playerId=3579*edit* i know that he carried the ball a lot more then most but only two seasons with us he didnt get at least 4.0 ypc, and thats including this last season...he had 4.0 He may not take it to the hole but i'll be damned is he hasn't been trying lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MustangSteve Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 With a good O-line, I think he has a fair shot at the rushing title this season. Loved or not the guy averaged 1100 yards behind some pretty bad O-lines. I like the entire backfield this year with Johnson and Alridge, with a lil work on ball control, Alridge could demolish defenses with his speed. Especialy late in a game after a one two punch with Portis and Johnson. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MGutta Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 I like him for 850 and 4... Interestingly enough I have just as good a feeling about LJ; I think he will surprise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt Rich Fla Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 I hope to hell we trade him or cut him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris0894 Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 I hope to hell we trade him or cut him.why? why not wait to see how he reacts to shanny and his off-season program?cutting or trading is kinda out of the question since portis and LJ are the only backs on the roster too lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ax Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 Nothing would be better for us, than seeing him play with a muzzle over his mouth, and a fire under his ass. I expect Shans to help him in both of those areas. Signing Johnson provides the fire. Two former top RB's trying to show each other up, is a GOOD thing. Besides, all the Drama Queen Portis vs Drama Queen Riggins debates could be quite entertaining. So, my guess is, Clinton becomes Alltime Redskins Yardage King, on his way to a very good year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasRoane Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 Sorry but no. Two major issues. 1. He couldn't beat Sellers down the field so I think he's lost a step. 2. He's likely to have another concussion or he'll be worried about it and probably run softer. So that leaves us with a slow, tenative CP. Hope he proves me wrong. I think he'll be fine for the first four games. Then he'll start to break down and we'll be without the most entertaining RB we've had since Riggo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChiefPowhatan17 Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 Clinton and Larry will split carries more than either of them would want, but it will benefit both older backs. Both will gain over 800 yards, but not break 1000. They will help each other in their older age. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DGREENHULK Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 CP is one concussion away from being done remember that...I think the fact that L. Johnson's contract was for 3 years tells us the FO is aware of the mortality of CP...I think this is his last year in Washington....also think that we could have signed Thomas Jones he accpepted less years and money to sign with KC...2yrs 5 million...why didn't we offer the 3 yrs and 12 milllion to Jones instead of LJ? Just a question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jobaga Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 I am not sure if he is committed. He has been able to dictate to the coaching staff his workouts, playing time, pre-season game time. I don't know if he has the hunger to do what it takes at his age to be great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forever21 Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 I didn't vote because I think it'll be between Return to Glory and Just Average. He'll be a part of a system and will not get the ball as often which may lead to fewer yards and TD's especially if LJ becomes the short yardage guy. However I think his per carry average will be up form the last two years and come the end of the season he'll still be healthy and effective. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lzeis24 Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 I think it is good that LJ is in to provided competition to Portis. I have a feeling both backs will come in and be in good shape. I don't think either will put up huge numbers individually, but collectively they could be a nice duo. I think they will go as far as their OL takes them.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smitity Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 If he keeps he practices and gives his all without complaining about other people, he'll have a good season. His 1000+ yard years are most likely a thing of the past, but he can be a solid back to hold us over until a new young guy can take over. That said, he'll never be the team leader he was during the Gibbs years. He's too much of a prima dona to command the respect of the locker room anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darrelgreenie Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 Will he get it done?? Will he play well and be a key contributor?? Will he completely disappoint?? We he even be on the team?? He will play well and be a key contributor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
santana_4_prez Posted March 14, 2010 Share Posted March 14, 2010 I put return to glory! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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