Update: Aldrick Robinson Promoted to Active Roster/Torain Released/Stafon Johnson Added to PS

Schneed10 · 12-28-2011, 05:35 PM

Helu, Royster, and now Johnson represent a shift in philosophy regarding the appropriate investment in the RB position. They come a dime a dozen, so unless it's an Adrian Peterson level talent, why burn a first day pick on a RB? Get them late and focus on other positions with your first day picks. Love it.

We need to continue the depth building process and get that QB of the future on the roster. Long way to go but I like the way they're allocating resources. Picking a pass rusher in Kerrigan early, and then waiting to get the RBs off the scrap heap is the right approach.

SirClintonPortis · 12-28-2011, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by mlmpetert

He couldnt catch at all. Im not sure if it was because of his broken hand though.

Im starting to wonder if Shanahan is gonna go after Hillis next year. I think Hightower will be back next year but may not be as effective as he was before. We need a big rb who can also block.

Well, last season, I noticed Keiland Williams and even Mike Sellers being outlets while Torain was hardly involved at all(or at least absolutely unmemorable), so I doubt his hand was a major factor.

I doubt Shanahan will pursue Hillis very hard. He'd probably offer Hillis a low, inexpensive offer that is far below what Hillis wants.

EARTHQUAKE2689 · 12-28-2011, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Mattyk

No need for Torain, no big surprise he was cut anyone could have seen this coming. With Helu and Royster we have a couple of nice young backs to build with going forward. I wouldn't be surprised if we look for another back in the later rounds in the draft too.

Jeff Demps University of Florida 5th or 6th round.

backrow · 12-28-2011, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by diehard

Why are people talking around Hightower?

IR'd earlier this year. He'll be back for somebody if not us. If I remember, he could catch as well as run.

sportscurmudgeon · 12-29-2011, 02:40 PM

In addition, Hightower's contract is up this year so he is a free agent. To get him back, the Skins will have to do more than just wait for him to show up in Ashburn for the off season rehab program.

A few posts back someone ragged on Royster's pass catching abilities. He may not be a great receiver, but he does not have "stone hands" either. He can be in the game on third and long...

T.O.Killa · 12-29-2011, 03:15 PM

Quick hits: Helu limited again, Landry hasn’t had surgery yet - The Insider - The Washington Post

This is a good link updating allot of things, also gives insight into the Torain cut.

redskin29633 · 12-29-2011, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by diehard

Which team wanted to sign Robinson to their active roster?

Washington Examiner ran a short piece mentioning that at least one NFL team wanted to sign him off our practice squad, but did not say which team or teams had interest. Implication was that Shanahan used this circumstance as reason to release Torain and promote (protect) Robinson.

skins89moss · 12-31-2011, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Giantone

I know it a business but that is pretty bad of a team to release the guy 4 days before the last game.

Dont you have bigger worries right now like trying to make the playoffs ? LOL

skins89moss · 12-31-2011, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by REDSKINS4ever

What took Shanahan so long to promote Robinson to the active roster? The kid struggled in preseason along with Hankerson and Royster. Why wait until the final game. If they were going to release Ryan Torain, they might as well done it sooner. Probably after the Patriots game at least. To allow Robinson to have one game to shine is not to evaluate him properly.

Another team was about to snag Robinson from our practice squad. So they needed to make a roster move and ATV was expendable after Royster showed he can be a back up or starting back here. ATV ODD man out.

Giantone · 12-31-2011, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by skins89moss

Dont you have bigger worries right now like trying to make the playoffs ? LOL

ok, and this has to do with what we were discussing...how?

12-28-2011, 05:35 PM	#31
Schneed10 RG Glee Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Newtown Square, PA Age: 33 Posts: 7,897	Re: Update: Aldrick Robinson Promoted to Active Roster/Torain Released/Stafon Johnson Added to PS Helu, Royster, and now Johnson represent a shift in philosophy regarding the appropriate investment in the RB position. They come a dime a dozen, so unless it's an Adrian Peterson level talent, why burn a first day pick on a RB? Get them late and focus on other positions with your first day picks. Love it. We need to continue the depth building process and get that QB of the future on the roster. Long way to go but I like the way they're allocating resources. Picking a pass rusher in Kerrigan early, and then waiting to get the RBs off the scrap heap is the right approach. __________________ Skins' Salary Cap Status \| CrazyCanuck's Cap Figures by Player \| Salary Cap 101

12-29-2011, 02:40 PM	#35
sportscurmudgeon Playmaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 3,159	Re: Update: Aldrick Robinson Promoted to Active Roster/Torain Released/Stafon Johnson Added to PS In addition, Hightower's contract is up this year so he is a free agent. To get him back, the Skins will have to do more than just wait for him to show up in Ashburn for the off season rehab program. A few posts back someone ragged on Royster's pass catching abilities. He may not be a great receiver, but he does not have "stone hands" either. He can be in the game on third and long... __________________ The Sports Curmudgeon www.sportscurmudgeon.com But don't get me wrong, I love sports...

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T.O.Killa The Starter Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Berlin, MD Posts: 1,937	Re: Update: Aldrick Robinson Promoted to Active Roster/Torain Released/Stafon Johnson Added to PS Quick hits: Helu limited again, Landry hasn’t had surgery yet - The Insider - The Washington Post This is a good link updating allot of things, also gives insight into the Torain cut.

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