Uh-oh, where was Rock?

Big C · 09-04-2004, 10:19 AM

2 td's i see though

joecrisp · 09-04-2004, 12:01 PM

To the best of my knowledge, McCullough is the only runningback on the roster who has practice squad eligibility remaining. I've been a big Sultan supporter since he came here, and I'd love to see him continue to develop as a runner in this system. I saw some good things from him in last night's game, but it's clear he's still adapting to the speed of NFL defenders, and he needs to learn to be more aggressive turning upfield on wide runs. He seems to be doing well as a gunner-blocker on the punt return unit, though. I hope the coaches have seen enough good things from him to keep him around.

Personally, I'd like to see Betts, McCullough and Morton as the backups. But since McCullough has practice squad eligibility, and both Simon and Cartwright have performed well on special teams, I can see one of them taking that spot on the active roster. For me, it's a toss-up between the two. I think Simon's a superior receiver, and seems more versatile. It's common for Cartwright to be called a good short-yardage runner, because of his "bowling ball" build, but I've seen some tough running from Simon, as well. I'd take Simon over Cartwright, but that's just me.

My only concern here is that other teams have seen enough of McCullough during the past two preseasons to have an interest in him if he is released. Which brings me to the following question: have the coaches been feeding him the ball so much because they want him to earn a spot on this roster, or are they simply giving him an opportunity to latch on somewhere else? I certainly hope it's the former.

GoSkins! · 09-04-2004, 03:05 PM

Well one thing is for sure. Rock has the heart of a Redskin. If he does not make the team, I can only hope that whoever does has 1/2 as good of an attitude and work ethic as he does. While desire is not enough to make it in this league last year he proved that, even behind the Spurrier blocking scheme fiasco, he can get that tough yard are two when the pressure is on. No dancing, just tough running. I'm pulling for him! :headbange

AnonEmouse · 09-05-2004, 04:11 AM

I'm with Shane. The kid's not been injured to my knowledge and he has blazing speed when he gets to use it. Power up the middle might be an issue which is why I might go on a limb and say we keep him, Morton, Betts AND Cartwright. Gibbs may be willing to give up a roster spot to Morton as a return specialist and keep 4 backup RB's. Otherwise they may hope that Sultan can be picked up for the PS after waivers.

jdlea · 09-05-2004, 10:03 AM

Sultan McCullough will never be a starter in this league. The best he can hope to be is a change of pace in the mold of a Ki Jana Carter

That Guy · 09-05-2004, 09:06 PM

mcollough hasn't been injured because he hasn't played enough... he's okay, but i doubt he'll be a starter, unless its a committee and a couple years down the road...

sportscurmudgeon · 09-07-2004, 12:09 PM

Sultan's best shot at being a starter somewhere is to go back to USC. At least he has a shot at that job!

Beemnseven · 09-07-2004, 12:26 PM

Well, it certainly won't be the first or the last time I've been wrong about a roster prediction.

I'm surprised Rock made it to be honest with you. Not because I think he's a bad player or anything, it just seems like we have too many at that position. And I can't imagine he'll see a whole lot of action this year unless there's a significant injury.

With Portis getting 90% of the workload, Betts backing him up and Morton in on third downs, how many carries can you expect out of Rock? Obviously most of the time we'll see him on the field will be on special teams, but I can't remember where he stood out there either.

JWsleep · 09-07-2004, 01:56 PM

For Rock, it's special teams and heart: both things Gibbs likes. He was looking for Redskins.

As for Sultan, he better stop whining and practice hard, or he'll be gone from the league.

That Guy · 09-07-2004, 03:30 PM

rock did short yardage last year, might do it again... betts and rock both had real game experience, and i think that really helped them...

monk81 · 09-07-2004, 07:42 PM

It's nice to see those lunch pail guys make it

09-04-2004, 10:19 AM	#1
Big C Mr. Brightside Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Leesburg, VA Age: 39 Posts: 4,453	2 td's i see though __________________ "I don't care what nobody say I'm a be me, stay hood stay real, cause I'm out here grindin'" -Joe Gibbs

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JWsleep Propane and propane accessories Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Houston, TX Age: 56 Posts: 4,719	For Rock, it's special teams and heart: both things Gibbs likes. He was looking for Redskins. As for Sultan, he better stop whining and practice hard, or he'll be gone from the league. __________________ Hail from Houston!

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09-04-2004, 12:01 PM	#2
joecrisp The Starter Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Charlottesville, VA Age: 49 Posts: 1,501	To the best of my knowledge, McCullough is the only runningback on the roster who has practice squad eligibility remaining. I've been a big Sultan supporter since he came here, and I'd love to see him continue to develop as a runner in this system. I saw some good things from him in last night's game, but it's clear he's still adapting to the speed of NFL defenders, and he needs to learn to be more aggressive turning upfield on wide runs. He seems to be doing well as a gunner-blocker on the punt return unit, though. I hope the coaches have seen enough good things from him to keep him around. Personally, I'd like to see Betts, McCullough and Morton as the backups. But since McCullough has practice squad eligibility, and both Simon and Cartwright have performed well on special teams, I can see one of them taking that spot on the active roster. For me, it's a toss-up between the two. I think Simon's a superior receiver, and seems more versatile. It's common for Cartwright to be called a good short-yardage runner, because of his "bowling ball" build, but I've seen some tough running from Simon, as well. I'd take Simon over Cartwright, but that's just me. My only concern here is that other teams have seen enough of McCullough during the past two preseasons to have an interest in him if he is released. Which brings me to the following question: have the coaches been feeding him the ball so much because they want him to earn a spot on this roster, or are they simply giving him an opportunity to latch on somewhere else? I certainly hope it's the former.

09-04-2004, 03:05 PM	#3
GoSkins! The Starter Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Yorktown, Va Age: 56 Posts: 1,587	Well one thing is for sure. Rock has the heart of a Redskin. If he does not make the team, I can only hope that whoever does has 1/2 as good of an attitude and work ethic as he does. While desire is not enough to make it in this league last year he proved that, even behind the Spurrier blocking scheme fiasco, he can get that tough yard are two when the pressure is on. No dancing, just tough running. I'm pulling for him! :headbange

09-05-2004, 04:11 AM	#4
AnonEmouse Playmaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: UK Age: 59 Posts: 2,643	I'm with Shane. The kid's not been injured to my knowledge and he has blazing speed when he gets to use it. Power up the middle might be an issue which is why I might go on a limb and say we keep him, Morton, Betts AND Cartwright. Gibbs may be willing to give up a roster spot to Morton as a return specialist and keep 4 backup RB's. Otherwise they may hope that Sultan can be picked up for the PS after waivers.

09-05-2004, 10:03 AM	#5
jdlea Playmaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Arlington, VA Age: 41 Posts: 3,109	Sultan McCullough will never be a starter in this league. The best he can hope to be is a change of pace in the mold of a Ki Jana Carter

09-05-2004, 09:06 PM	#6
That Guy Living Legend Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: VA Age: 42 Posts: 17,620	mcollough hasn't been injured because he hasn't played enough... he's okay, but i doubt he'll be a starter, unless its a committee and a couple years down the road...

09-07-2004, 12:09 PM	#7
sportscurmudgeon Playmaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 3,159	Sultan's best shot at being a starter somewhere is to go back to USC. At least he has a shot at that job!

09-07-2004, 12:26 PM	#8
Beemnseven Pro Bowl Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Virginia Beach Age: 51 Posts: 5,311	Well, it certainly won't be the first or the last time I've been wrong about a roster prediction. I'm surprised Rock made it to be honest with you. Not because I think he's a bad player or anything, it just seems like we have too many at that position. And I can't imagine he'll see a whole lot of action this year unless there's a significant injury. With Portis getting 90% of the workload, Betts backing him up and Morton in on third downs, how many carries can you expect out of Rock? Obviously most of the time we'll see him on the field will be on special teams, but I can't remember where he stood out there either.

09-07-2004, 03:30 PM	#10
That Guy Living Legend Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: VA Age: 42 Posts: 17,620	rock did short yardage last year, might do it again... betts and rock both had real game experience, and i think that really helped them...

09-07-2004, 07:42 PM	#11
monk81 The Starter Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: TEXAS Posts: 2,029	It's nice to see those lunch pail guys make it

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