GoSkins420 Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A43059-2004Oct18.html According to the Wash Post Barrow should be cleared to play in two weeks against the Packers. Who do you think should start/see the most time?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fwo40 Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 This has got to be Pierece. A no brainer really. The defense has been excelling with him in the middle and there's no reason to break up a good thing. Barrow may be able to work himself into the fold later in the season, but he just as easily might have another problem with his knee and miss more time. Pierce has done very well and should be allowed to play until he plays himself out of the job or gets hurt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walking Deadman Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Pierce, He's earned the spot. The skins are the best D in the NFC and putting someone in who hasn't proven that they'll do as well as Pierce may not help the situation. With the rotating in system, we'll get to see alot of both players in the next few games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSkins420 Posted October 20, 2004 Author Share Posted October 20, 2004 I agree. Iwounder how much 3-4, if any GW has in his bag of tricks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walking Deadman Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 I agree. Iwounder how much 3-4, if any GW has in his bag of tricks I wouldn't be suprised to see a 3-4 type of scheme (although Williams won't call it that) somewhere, sometime this year. Could easily mix in Barrow, Arrington, Pierce, Washington or Marshall (hey he's played well while LA has been injured) in a rotation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chipper Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 I think pierces success is system credited. Barrow may even end up playing better once healthy. It's scary to think how good our D has been without so many key players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kappaluvacee Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Pierce. Stick with what has been working successfully. Barrow will be better if used situationally. Pierce has been getting people in position with amazing accuracy. Barrow should be his back-up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bat~man Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Pierce without a doubt , barrow is a vet anyway so getting him in certain packages but letting pierce take most the snaps will be better for everyone anyway , keeps the old vet fresh and thirsty to hit ... ~ IMO anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panel Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Originally posted by Chipper I think pierces success is system credited. Barrow may even end up playing better once healthy. It's scary to think how good our D has been without so many key players. Parcially, but I think that Pierce Sucsess isn't because the system makes anyone look good, but because he fits the system, and has bought into it. Pierce has skills, and it is no suprise to me that he is doing so well. There were alot of people who didn't want us to sign Armstead, so Pierce could play. As for Barrow, I think they will split 50/50, and that would be good. Barrow is a REALLY good player, he had the whole playbook memorized BEFORE training camp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sir Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 What you'll probably see is Pierce moving outside, Arrington or Washington at DE, and Barrow at MLB. Obviously this wouldn't be a base package but I'm sure we'll see that so that everyone will be involved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chipper Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Originally posted by atlhawksfan What you'll probably see is Pierce moving outside, Arrington or Washington at DE, and Barrow at MLB. Obviously this wouldn't be a base package but I'm sure we'll see that so that everyone will be involved. Why should we be worried about keeping them all on the field at the same time? Lets go for something we haven't had all year...depth and we can stop dying out as much in the fourth since the offense keeps them on the field all game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The X-Factor Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 If it ain't broke... However I like the idea of using Washington or LA at DE sometimes. That could really create some problems for the offense, especially if we blitz during those plays. Pierce has played well and there is no reason for him to give up his spot. I mean if Brunell can stink up the joint and still not get benched for Ramsey, Pierce should be safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinsCrunkin Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Originally posted by Chipper Why should we be worried about keeping them all on the field at the same time? Lets go for something we haven't had all year...depth and we can stop dying out as much in the fourth since the offense keeps them on the field all game. couldnt agree more, look at the depth of the patriots, that's why they are as good as they are Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skins26 Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Havent seen Barrow play for us yet so who knows But Pierce has done a great job. As Greg Williams says, the people that start are just the ones who are out there on the first play, he rotates so many guys it really doesnt matter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raub Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Pierce without a doubt. I really don't think his success is totally reliant on the system. He has showed flashes in past seasons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zuck Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Hmm, Barrow of Pierce. I think I'll take the Cream of brocolli. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aluadan Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Going to go with Barrow if he's healthy. I know Pierce has played well but if Barrow's knee's is back to near 100% it certainly can't hurt to give him a shot. It's easy enough to put Pierce back in if he doesn't play well but just how great would it be if he played better than Pierce has. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonard Washington Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 pierce earned it but i think barrow will get some packages as well. worse case scenario washington and arrington will be spending alot of time as a DE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BG Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Originally posted by Zuck Hmm, Barrow of Pierce. I think I'll take the Cream of brocolli. Rack of lamb INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs 2 tablespoons minced garlic 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 (7 bone) rack of lamb, trimmed and frenched 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Move oven rack to the center position. In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, garlic, rosemary, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Toss in 2 tablespoons olive oil to moisten mixture. Set aside. Season the rack all over with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large heavy oven proof skillet over high heat. Sear rack of lamb for 1 to 2 minutes on all sides. Set aside for a few minutes. Brush rack of lamb with the mustard. Roll in the bread crumb mixture until evenly coated. Cover the ends of the bones with foil to prevent charring. Arrange the rack bone side down in the skillet. Roast the lamb in preheated oven for 12 to 18 minutes, depending on the degree of doneness you want. With a meat thermometer, take a reading in the center of the meat after 10 to 12 minutes and remove the meat, or let it cook longer, to your taste. Let it rest for 5 to 7 minutes, loosely covered, before carving between the ribs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadKarma Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Gotta go with Pierce, good example, during last weeks game they showed Pierce physically moving Marcus Washington over to cover the outside run on a crucial 3rd down play. Washington ended up being in perfect position and made the tackle easily. I remember because when he was celebrating I was thinking Pierce probably just quietly headed over to the sidelines. Kind of like the anti Ray Lewis. Pierce has been the most pleasant suprise in this 2-4 start so far, in my opinion. I think Gibbs knows he has found something special in him. Middle linebackers in a 4-3 have to be leaders, hopefully he is locked under contract for a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanishomelette Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Pierce has proven to be not only a good starter, but also a team leader. Barrow will see spot work if he ever really recovers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Punani2 Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Pierce at first but eventually working Barrow in full time... Both have the mental skills to run the D but Barrow(when healthy) is the better player. Pierce while fast is too light for the MLB spot.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redskins4ever Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Mike Barrow will be rusty when he comes back. He's missed too much practice. Antonio Pierce should hold the job in the middle. He's done a fabulous job and he's earned it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kosher Ham Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Hell just move LaVar to Bowens spot and just send him on Safety Blitzes all day long !!! Pierce has played well, he should remain the starter for the time being. Let Barrow get 100% and lets see what happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bccdc Posted October 20, 2004 Share Posted October 20, 2004 Pierce is an extremely smart football player...during the Bears game he was physically moving players into the right positions. He allows our defense to be in the right spots to make plays. We need to keep him on the field Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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