frankbones Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Sorry if this was already posted, but according to Extremeskins favorite columnist Nunyo "Business" Demasio Jeremiah Trotter has been released. Can any body confirm or deny this? http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A53814-2004Apr29.html Redskins Assemble for Minicamp II By Nunyo Demasio Washington Post Staff Writer Friday, April 30, 2004; Page D02 Washington Redskins quarterback Patrick Ramsey, wearing an orange T-shirt and blue jeans, seemed to have extra pep in his step after being dropped off in a van by his wife, Ginny, in front of Redskins Park yesterday. A few minutes later, a group of lesser-known players walked into the training facility for the first time, staring at the unfamiliar surroundings. They were undrafted free agents who signed with the club shortly after the NFL draft. Washington's draft picks, especially safety Sean Taylor, the fifth overall pick, will highlight Coach Joe Gibbs's second minicamp that starts today by participating in their first Redskins and NFL practice. The three-day session will also introduce new players, like linebacker Mike Barrow and wide receiver James Thrash, who joined the team within the past several weeks, and returning players like Ramsey who couldn't fully participate in last month's minicamp because of injuries. Gibbs said he doesn't intend to scale things back for those who were not at the camp in March. "They're going to have to make up a lot of ground. It is going to be demanding," Gibbs said. "They're going to walk in here, and they're going to be way behind, and we're going to see how fast they can catch up." Most NFL teams have minicamps shortly after the draft. But as a new NFL coach, Gibbs got an extra minicamp, held March 26-28. That voluntary minicamp had near-perfect attendance -- three players missed the minicamp for excused reasons and linebacker Jeremiah Trotter was not invited and subsequently released. Eighty-five players are expected at the mandatory camp that runs through Sunday at Redskins Park. Gibbs will have one practice each day, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The Redskins gathered for a pre-camp meeting and team dinner last night. Ramsey, who is recovering from surgery to his right foot in December, hopes to go full throttle as the snaps are split equally between him and quarterback Mark Brunell, who is considered the favorite to be the starter. "I'm ready to be ready, you know what I mean?" said Ramsey, smiling, who hasn't practiced since early December. "It's going to be brand new for me." Two notable players likely to make their Redskins practice debuts after missing last month's sessions with injuries are cornerback Shawn Springs (bruised knee) and linebacker Marcus Washington (lower back). Barrow, Washington and LaVar Arrington will put the Redskins' starting linebacking corps on the field for the first time. Six players won't fully participate: tailback Trung Canidate (foot), offensive lineman Derrick Dockery (shoulder), cornerback Walt Harris (knee), defensive tackle Brandon Noble (knee), wideout Cliff Russell (knee), left tackle Chris Samuels (left shoulder) and right guard Randy Thomas (knee). One minor drama during Gibbs's first minicamp was Clinton Portis's pursuit of jersey No. 26 from safety Ifeanyi Ohalete. Portis, who signed an eight-year, $50 million contract with the Redskins, considered offering Ohalete money before challenging the safety to a boxing match. Portis will wear No. 35 unless he can change Ohalete's mind. Taylor wore No. 26 at the University of Miami but intends to choose another number. Gibbs believes that part of the problem is that the Redskins have too many unofficially retired numbers. "We do have a numbers problem," Gibbs said. The Redskins' only officially retired number is 33, which was worn by quarterback Sam Baugh. But there's also an understanding that certain other numbers won't be worn -- quarterback Joe Theismann's 7 and Sonny Jurgensen's 9, wide receiver Charley Taylor (42), running back Larry Brown (43), tailback John Riggins (44), wide receiver Bobby Mitchell (49) and wide receiver Art Monk (81). Gibbs said he intends to consult with some former players to see if their numbers can be worn. "It's become a problem," Gibbs said. "We need to somehow resolve that." Redskins Notes: Center Larry Moore, released by the Redskins last Friday, signed with the Cincinnati Bengals. . . . Redskins vice president Pepper Rodgers has been recovering from facial surgery, and returns to work on Monday. © 2004 The Washington Post Company Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
citigent Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 aren't they wiating to june 1st to lessen the cap hit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbooma Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Originally posted by cowskin aren't they wiating to june 1st to lessen the cap hit. maybe they decided lets take it all this year. How much of his bonus is left 4 million?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXREDSKINS44 Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Yeah they are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavyDave Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Six players won't fully participate: tailback Trung Canidate (foot), offensive lineman Derrick Dockery (shoulder), cornerback Walt Harris (knee), defensive tackle Brandon Noble (knee), wideout Cliff Russell (knee), left tackle Chris Samuels (left shoulder) and right guard Randy Thomas (knee). How long are these guys are going to take to heal? I mean except for Noble its be almost 5 months since they last played Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonnyJ Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 I think Nunyo is jumping the gun here. Very poor reporting if you ask me. On another note, the team really slipped the Moore cutting by last Friday, didn't they? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BD Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 I think that's just a mistake. Trotter is still on all the official rosters I've seen. Maybe Nunyo intended to say "and it was subsequently announced he will be released." C'mon, even national media reported about Larry Moore being released. Wouldn't Trotter have deserved his own article? BD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BayouBrave86 Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Cut Cliff Russel!! What is his purpose? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLSKINSFAN Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Looks like Coles will be healthy enough to be in the full practices. I was beginning to worry about that foot. :whew: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbooma Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 how did russel get hurt, he has never played :doh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLSKINSFAN Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Looks like Nunyo screwed up another one. :box: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLSKINSFAN Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Originally posted by jbooma how did russel get hurt, he has never played :doh: He tore his ACL his rookie year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Trotter has not yet been released. He will be though . If he's been released, it's a heck of a secret and an odd waste of space. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbooma Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Originally posted by Art Trotter has not yet been released. He will be though . If he's been released, it's a heck of a secret and an odd waste of space. Art do know how much left of his bonus there is? I was thinking maybe 4 million, but am not sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbooma Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Originally posted by FLSKINSFAN He tore his ACL his rookie year. i know that but he was healthy last year could this be the first guy to get on gibbs IR :laugh: remember back in the day gibbs would stuff players on IR all the time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnacpa Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Russell won't make this team unless they let Stickem back into the league. Trotter will be cut June 1st because nobody is trading for him and we don't have the cap room for him and our rookies. Since Trung is still injured and will miss another opportunity to stay on the team and perform for coaches, does anyone think he will be released as soon as he is healthy like Moore was? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubba9497 Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 subsequently \Sub"se*quent*ly\, adv. At a later time; afterwards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammino Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 trung is like paper maschai (however u spell it) :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinamatic Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 I dont see the purpose in keeping Trung. Portis, Morton, Betts and The Rock are enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldskool Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 http://www.ourlads.com/secure/depthchart.cfm?index1=WAS As of 4/29, Trotter is still on the roster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldskool Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Originally posted by skinamatic I dont see the purpose in keeping Trung. Portis, Morton, Betts and The Rock are enough. Morton isnt big enough to be anything but a 3rd down back Betts has never been healthy for a full season Cartwright and Canidate are the best bet for depth at RB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inmate running the asylum Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Nunyo has about one error in every article he writes. A very careless writer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miragv Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Hey, if we dont plan on brining anyone in, and we will have enough room to sign our rookies, then we should just take the hit this year. FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjinhan Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Originally posted by bubba9497 subsequently \Sub"se*quent*ly\, adv. At a later time; afterwards so it should be "will be subsequently released." not just "subsequently released" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Full Monty Posted April 30, 2004 Share Posted April 30, 2004 Originally posted by Oldskool Morton isnt big enough to be anything but a 3rd down back Betts has never been healthy for a full season Cartwright and Canidate are the best bet for depth at RB. Are you willing to give up on Sultan? I think the guy has promise in a way that Canidate doesn't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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