With Gibbs out of the picture who is now the face of the Redskins' franchise?

Mattyk72 · 06-24-2008, 09:04 AM

vote and discuss

RobH4413 · 06-24-2008, 09:10 AM

I kind of still think Joe Gibbs is still the face of the franchise... and will be for the foreseeable future.

I guess it all depends on your definition of what the face of the franchise actually is. I kind of take it is the first person you think of when you here the word "Redskins".

As far as an active person, I'd go with Dan Snyder. I think the Sean Taylor tragedy kind of reinforced that notion.

Jamaican'Skin · 06-24-2008, 09:14 AM

I think Gibbs is who people most often relate to the franchise, I remember in one of these posts, counting down the best franchises in the NFL, they said the face of our franchise was Gibbs. However, now that he's gone, I think CP is trying to solidify his place as that new beacon. I believe the FO wants him there too. By asking him to stay and work over the entire offseason, and be the team leader, as well as his constant appearances on Eastern Motors commercials and the spot he did on NFL Network last night. It just seems that the new face is CP

gibbsisgod · 06-24-2008, 09:24 AM

I went with CP. he seems to have embraced that role this offseason. Last night on TA he even mentioned playing in the preseason

and seemed ok with that.

Mattyk72 · 06-24-2008, 09:38 AM

I'm going with Portis too. He seems to have matured a bit and has taken on the responsibility of being more of a team leader.

Daseal · 06-24-2008, 09:58 AM

I put Cooley. He's on the upswing of his career, and he's a unique and charismatic guy. I would love to say Campbell, but he seems so uncomfortable in front of the camera.

Sheriff Gonna Getcha · 06-24-2008, 10:03 AM

Portis is the best known active Redskins player, but I think Snyder is the person most younger people think of when they hear about our team. Think of it, how many times have you read an article that said something like, "Although Snyder is known for wild free agent spending sprees, this offseason...." Snyder is the official whipping boy of most league observers.

SmootSmack · 06-24-2008, 10:19 AM

Chief Zee!!!!!

or Snyder

Buster · 06-24-2008, 10:31 AM

Portis

heybigstar · 06-24-2008, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

vote and discuss

Don't forget Joe Gibbs is still on as a consultant -- a role that will likely increase dramatically when the season gets going.

gibbsisgod · 06-24-2008, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by heybigstar

Don't forget Joe Gibbs is still on as a consultant -- a role that will likely increase dramatically when the season gets going.

Don't kid yourself. Gibbs is no more of a consultant than you or I.

Mattyk72 · 06-24-2008, 10:40 AM

I don't see Gibbs playing much of a significant role as a "consultant". I think he'll always be there for Snyder as a resource, but I seriously doubt that his role is very in depth or involved.

GTripp0012 · 06-24-2008, 11:18 AM

As high profile as the owner is, he's never going to get the type of air time or respect that the players will.

Portis is currently the face of the franchise. That might change within a year, but there's no doubt in my mind that right now, no player is more identifiable with Washington football then Clinton Portis.

I was watching a replay of the Wild Card Colts-Broncos from 2003, and it seemed almost weird to see Portis playing for someone else.

Paintrain · 06-24-2008, 11:22 AM

Portis is the face of the franchise. He's the engine that makes the offense go, he's the person that most commentators refer to when talking about the key players, he's the main interview that networks want when doing something referring to the Redskins.

Campbell could be the guy, but he's not camera comfortable yet. Cooley is too goofy and not controversial. Zorn hasn't proven anything yet. Snyder has too much 'stink' on him to be the face of the franchise.

hooskins · 06-24-2008, 11:31 AM

To us it may be Portis, but by definition the face of the franchise is who any typical American would think of when the current skins are brought up.

That face is Danny.

View Poll Results: With Gibbs out of the picture who is now the face of the Redskins' franchise?
Dan Snyder	25	19.23%
Jim Zorn	14	10.77%
Clinton Portis	58	44.62%
Jason Campbell	9	6.92%
Chris Cooley	19	14.62%
other	5	3.85%
Voters: 130. You may not vote on this poll

06-24-2008, 09:04 AM	#1 (permalink)
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06-24-2008, 09:10 AM	#2 (permalink)
RobH4413 Retire #21 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: College Park, MD Posts: 1,911	re: With Gibbs out of the picture who is now the face of the Redskins' franchise? I kind of still think Joe Gibbs is still the face of the franchise... and will be for the foreseeable future. I guess it all depends on your definition of what the face of the franchise actually is. I kind of take it is the first person you think of when you here the word "Redskins". As far as an active person, I'd go with Dan Snyder. I think the Sean Taylor tragedy kind of reinforced that notion. __________________ "Seven hundred bucks, but he asked for two thousand dollars. I thought it was kind of fly that he asked for two thousand, and I bartered Bob Dylan down. That's my proudest sampling deal." -Mike D

06-24-2008, 09:14 AM	#3 (permalink)
Jamaican'Skin Veteran Comic Relief Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Kingston, Jamaica Posts: 1,415	re: With Gibbs out of the picture who is now the face of the Redskins' franchise? I think Gibbs is who people most often relate to the franchise, I remember in one of these posts, counting down the best franchises in the NFL, they said the face of our franchise was Gibbs. However, now that he's gone, I think CP is trying to solidify his place as that new beacon. I believe the FO wants him there too. By asking him to stay and work over the entire offseason, and be the team leader, as well as his constant appearances on Eastern Motors commercials and the spot he did on NFL Network last night. It just seems that the new face is CP __________________ No One Can Take My Title, Imma forever remain Question 3 Idol

06-24-2008, 09:24 AM	#4 (permalink)
gibbsisgod Playmaker Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Clearspring MD Posts: 3,078	re: With Gibbs out of the picture who is now the face of the Redskins' franchise? I went with CP. he seems to have embraced that role this offseason. Last night on TA he even mentioned playing in the preseason and seemed ok with that. __________________ "Did you ever think about what you're gonna do on the toilet? WHAT ARE YOU GONNA DO ON THE TOILET?"

06-24-2008, 09:38 AM	#5 (permalink)
Mattyk72 Fighting my guts out Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: NY Posts: 29,260	re: With Gibbs out of the picture who is now the face of the Redskins' franchise? I'm going with Portis too. He seems to have matured a bit and has taken on the responsibility of being more of a team leader. __________________ Warpath VIP \| Hail to the Hall of Famer \| Warpath Shop \| Burgundy Army

06-24-2008, 09:58 AM	#6 (permalink)
Daseal Puppy Kicker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fairfax, Virginia Posts: 6,505	re: With Gibbs out of the picture who is now the face of the Redskins' franchise? I put Cooley. He's on the upswing of his career, and he's a unique and charismatic guy. I would love to say Campbell, but he seems so uncomfortable in front of the camera. __________________ Apparently not having unrelenting optimism means you're not a fan.

06-24-2008, 10:03 AM	#7 (permalink)
Sheriff Gonna Getcha Super Moderator Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 7,569	re: With Gibbs out of the picture who is now the face of the Redskins' franchise? Portis is the best known active Redskins player, but I think Snyder is the person most younger people think of when they hear about our team. Think of it, how many times have you read an article that said something like, "Although Snyder is known for wild free agent spending sprees, this offseason...." Snyder is the official whipping boy of most league observers.

06-24-2008, 10:19 AM	#8 (permalink)
SmootSmack Illuminated Dignitary Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 20,618	re: With Gibbs out of the picture who is now the face of the Redskins' franchise? Chief Zee!!!!! or Snyder __________________ You're So Vain...You Probably Think This Sig Is About You

06-24-2008, 10:31 AM	#9 (permalink)
Buster Playmaker Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,785	re: With Gibbs out of the picture who is now the face of the Redskins' franchise? Portis __________________ http://www.thewarpath.net/images/ava...sey_Avatar.jpg

06-24-2008, 10:40 AM	#12 (permalink)
Mattyk72 Fighting my guts out Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: NY Posts: 29,260	re: With Gibbs out of the picture who is now the face of the Redskins' franchise? I don't see Gibbs playing much of a significant role as a "consultant". I think he'll always be there for Snyder as a resource, but I seriously doubt that his role is very in depth or involved. __________________ Warpath VIP \| Hail to the Hall of Famer \| Warpath Shop \| Burgundy Army

06-24-2008, 11:18 AM	#13 (permalink)
GTripp0012 F OTAs, bring on the Giants Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 5,791	re: With Gibbs out of the picture who is now the face of the Redskins' franchise? As high profile as the owner is, he's never going to get the type of air time or respect that the players will. Portis is currently the face of the franchise. That might change within a year, but there's no doubt in my mind that right now, no player is more identifiable with Washington football then Clinton Portis. I was watching a replay of the Wild Card Colts-Broncos from 2003, and it seemed almost weird to see Portis playing for someone else. __________________ Defense wins championships, but Tom Brady gets the credit.--(Don M, 1/17/07)

06-24-2008, 11:22 AM	#14 (permalink)
Paintrain The Starter Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 1,689	re: With Gibbs out of the picture who is now the face of the Redskins' franchise? Portis is the face of the franchise. He's the engine that makes the offense go, he's the person that most commentators refer to when talking about the key players, he's the main interview that networks want when doing something referring to the Redskins. Campbell could be the guy, but he's not camera comfortable yet. Cooley is too goofy and not controversial. Zorn hasn't proven anything yet. Snyder has too much 'stink' on him to be the face of the franchise. __________________ Jason Campbell 8/7/08-"I'm just going to go out and have a Pro Bowl-type season and let everything ride." I love it!

06-24-2008, 11:31 AM	#15 (permalink)
hooskins the hypocrite hater Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Chantilly, VA Posts: 5,059	re: With Gibbs out of the picture who is now the face of the Redskins' franchise? To us it may be Portis, but by definition the face of the franchise is who any typical American would think of when the current skins are brought up. That face is Danny. __________________ -7-year old boy who stole a car when asked why he stole it- Boy: "I want to do it cuz it's fun, it's fun to do bad things..." Reporter: "Did you know you could perhaps kill somebody?" Boy: "Yes, but I wanted to do hood rat stuff with my friend." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtAhwFaBy48

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