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MonkManiac · 07-13-2004, 12:08 PM

http://proxy.espn.go.com/espn/print?...837&type=story

Some random Redskins-related news posted today (7/13):

"The Redskins, always looking to add D-line depth despite a thin market, were interested in bringing back DT Daryl Gardener before his retirement and would have been interested in former Packers DE Jamal Reynolds, but he was traded to Indianapolis. The Redskins will keep looking, but they have no interest in free-agent pass rusher Jason Gildon."

"Redskins RB Rock Cartwright was thought to be a square peg in a round hole after the hiring of head coach Joe Gibbs (Gibbs doesn't use a traditional fullback), but Cartwright has lost 10 pounds -- from 225 to 215 -- this offseason and looked good at tailback in minicamps. He could make the team over Sultan McCullough as a goal-line or short-yardage back, something Cartwright proved he could handle last season."

And, of course, for comic relief:

"Sources close to the Cowboys say WR Antonio Bryant is back in Dallas working out, but not at the team's facility. The team is kind of hamstrung with Bryant following his lashing out at coach Bill Parcells, because it is so thin at at the position, especially now that recently signed Dedric Ward has suffered a foot injury."

MonkManiac · 07-13-2004, 12:09 PM

Additionally, the latest on Ogunleye:

"We hear that if the Dolphins and DE Adewale Ogunleye aren't able to come to terms on a long-term contract extension before the season, he intends to sit out the first seven games before returning. According to the Collective Bargaining Agreement, the Dolphins have the right to suspend him for three games after he reports, and Ogunleye must play a minimum of six games to accrue a credited year toward unrestricted free agency in 2005."

MTK · 07-13-2004, 01:57 PM

Cartwright was the main short yardage back at the end of last year, I wouldn't be surprised to see him in the same role again this year, especially if Betts doesn't do anything to excite the staff.

Redskins_P · 07-13-2004, 02:35 PM

Personally, I would prefer the Rock. Betts just doesn't have the same quickness and cutting ability that Rock has. Plus Rock is a better pass catcher also.

skinsfanthru&thru · 07-14-2004, 01:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Redskins_P

Personally, I would prefer the Rock. Betts just doesn't have the same quickness and cutting ability that Rock has. Plus Rock is a better pass catcher also.

while I really like Rock, he's not close to being the same threat as a reciever as Betts is, especially on screens.

offiss · 07-14-2004, 01:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Redskins_P

Personally, I would prefer the Rock. Betts just doesn't have the same quickness and cutting ability that Rock has. Plus Rock is a better pass catcher also.

I defiently have to disagree on this one RP, bett's is much quicker, and cutt's better than rock could ever dream of, both can catch, I can understand the sentiment for Rock, I like the guy to, but Bett's is much more talented, hopefully thing's will work out so both will make the team, and be able to contribute.

SmootSmack · 07-14-2004, 01:42 AM

I don't know why but I have this gut feeling that Morton is going to be a key part of the team. Not just special teams but also as a third-down back. I see big things for him this year.

huntz · 07-14-2004, 03:18 AM

As for the Cowgirls situation, any problems for the Tuna is a great news for us!

Luxorreb · 07-14-2004, 06:04 AM

I think Morton could emerge as the 'new' joe washington...

I must say Sultan McCoullough, my friend Clint calls him "chainsaw", impressed me last preseason as the blocking was among the worst in the league. I know it's preseason, but why didn't he get a shot when Trung couldn't do squat? I'm so glad Portis is here! My bro hung out with him in Richmond @ Circuit City a couple of weeks back, bringing home a signed football! GO GIBBS, GO SKINS!!! Let the Redskins Renaissance begin!!!

ChounsMan · 07-15-2004, 12:24 PM

I like Rock's chances of making the team :thumb:

Bergman14 · 07-13-2004, 03:33 PM

and he has a great football name

Redskins_P · 07-13-2004, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Bergman14

and he has a great football name

True

Riggo44 · 07-14-2004, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Bergman14

and he has a great football name

Yea you can't get a better name then ROCK!!

jasonskin · 07-13-2004, 04:39 PM

Rock is the man

love them hogs · 07-13-2004, 06:33 PM

I agree with everyting that was just said.I would be very mad if they cut him.I dont really recall too many times last year when we needed a couple of yards and he didnt get them.I wish we could have found a way to use him more.

07-13-2004, 12:08 PM	#1
MonkManiac Special Teams Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: VA/DC Age: 42 Posts: 180	PFW: Whispers Around the NFL http://proxy.espn.go.com/espn/print?...837&type=story Some random Redskins-related news posted today (7/13): "The Redskins, always looking to add D-line depth despite a thin market, were interested in bringing back DT Daryl Gardener before his retirement and would have been interested in former Packers DE Jamal Reynolds, but he was traded to Indianapolis. The Redskins will keep looking, but they have no interest in free-agent pass rusher Jason Gildon." "Redskins RB Rock Cartwright was thought to be a square peg in a round hole after the hiring of head coach Joe Gibbs (Gibbs doesn't use a traditional fullback), but Cartwright has lost 10 pounds -- from 225 to 215 -- this offseason and looked good at tailback in minicamps. He could make the team over Sultan McCullough as a goal-line or short-yardage back, something Cartwright proved he could handle last season." And, of course, for comic relief: "Sources close to the Cowboys say WR Antonio Bryant is back in Dallas working out, but not at the team's facility. The team is kind of hamstrung with Bryant following his lashing out at coach Bill Parcells, because it is so thin at at the position, especially now that recently signed Dedric Ward has suffered a foot injury."

07-14-2004, 01:42 AM	#7
SmootSmack Uncle Phil Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 45,256	I don't know why but I have this gut feeling that Morton is going to be a key part of the team. Not just special teams but also as a third-down back. I see big things for him this year. __________________ You're So Vain...You Probably Think This Sig Is About You

07-14-2004, 06:04 AM	#9
Luxorreb ^21^ Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Richmond, Virginia Age: 53 Posts: 1,630	I think Morton could emerge as the 'new' joe washington... I must say Sultan McCoullough, my friend Clint calls him "chainsaw", impressed me last preseason as the blocking was among the worst in the league. I know it's preseason, but why didn't he get a shot when Trung couldn't do squat? I'm so glad Portis is here! My bro hung out with him in Richmond @ Circuit City a couple of weeks back, bringing home a signed football! GO GIBBS, GO SKINS!!! Let the Redskins Renaissance begin!!! __________________ ^21^

07-15-2004, 12:24 PM	#10
ChounsMan Special Teams Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Connecticut Age: 54 Posts: 312	I like Rock's chances of making the team :thumb: __________________ Throwing on 4th and inches..!

07-13-2004, 12:09 PM	#2
MonkManiac Special Teams Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: VA/DC Age: 42 Posts: 180	Additionally, the latest on Ogunleye: "We hear that if the Dolphins and DE Adewale Ogunleye aren't able to come to terms on a long-term contract extension before the season, he intends to sit out the first seven games before returning. According to the Collective Bargaining Agreement, the Dolphins have the right to suspend him for three games after he reports, and Ogunleye must play a minimum of six games to accrue a credited year toward unrestricted free agency in 2005."

07-13-2004, 01:57 PM	#3
MTK \m/ Join Date: Feb 2004 Age: 52 Posts: 99,832	Cartwright was the main short yardage back at the end of last year, I wouldn't be surprised to see him in the same role again this year, especially if Betts doesn't do anything to excite the staff.

07-13-2004, 02:35 PM	#4
Redskins_P Fight for old DC! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Aldie, VA Age: 47 Posts: 4,101	Personally, I would prefer the Rock. Betts just doesn't have the same quickness and cutting ability that Rock has. Plus Rock is a better pass catcher also.

07-14-2004, 03:18 AM	#8
huntz Special Teams Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Harrisburg, PA Age: 68 Posts: 311	As for the Cowgirls situation, any problems for the Tuna is a great news for us!

07-13-2004, 03:33 PM	#11
Bergman14 Special Teams Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Winston-Salem Age: 42 Posts: 138	and he has a great football name

07-13-2004, 04:39 PM	#14
jasonskin Special Teams Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: washington dc Age: 43 Posts: 148	Rock is the man

07-13-2004, 06:33 PM	#15
love them hogs Special Teams Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Baltimore for now Age: 46 Posts: 235	I agree with everyting that was just said.I would be very mad if they cut him.I dont really recall too many times last year when we needed a couple of yards and he didnt get them.I wish we could have found a way to use him more.

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