Rock Cartwright returning?

[WillH]

Cartwright Makes His Case

Says pretty much the same thing. Interesting stats though:

REDSKINS ALL-TIME KICKOFF RETURNERS*
Name Returns Yards Average
Brian Mitchell 421 9,586 22.8
Mike Nelms 174 4,128 23.7
Dick James 155 3,959 25.5
Rock Cartwright 132 3,157 23.8
Rickie Harris 101 2,305 22.8

* Through the 2007 season

"With another season in Washington, Cartwright could jump into second place on the list, trailing only Mitchell.

Last season, Cartwright had 52 kickoff returns last year for a 25.8-yard average. He also played on special teams coverage units and had 36 tackles, second-most on the team."


He is clearly more then an average kick returner. Only Dick James averaged more yards/return as a redskin then he has. Not only that, he makes HUGE plays on kick coverge. I would hate to see him go, but he has made it clear he is looking for both an opportunity to run the ball, and for more money. Neither of which the Redskins can really offer him.

"I want to be here," Cartwright said. "I don't want to be anywhere else. But it's not up to me, it's up to the front office. I do have a family I need to take care of. That's the bottom line, so we'll see how it goes."

[GridIron26]

Well yea, but just like someone just said - we still have Marcus Mason in our practice squad.. From what I have seen during preseasons, he did pretty well.. I don't see any reason why he could not accomplish as special team..

[That Guy]

Originally Posted by GridIron26

Well yea, but just like someone just said - we still have Marcus Mason in our practice squad.. From what I have seen during preseasons, he did pretty well.. I don't see any reason why he could not accomplish as special team..

and i don't see any proof that he could do nearly as well either.

if rock wants less than 1mill$ (hopefully vet min), he's worth keeping.

[Skinny Tee]

Thanks for the memories Rock. The only paydays you'll get in D.C. are at your local convience mart.

[Tha Posse]

"I DO HAVE A FAMILY TO TAKE CARE OF" kiss my ass! I think T.O. or someone said the same thing in philly when he wanted more money. SEE YA ROCK!

[dmek25]

i want him back. a leader, and a damn good return/ special teams guy. Mason hasn't proved he can do anything in a real game.

[onlydarksets]

Originally Posted by That Guy

and i don't see any proof that he could do nearly as well either.

if rock wants less than 1mill$ (hopefully vet min), he's worth keeping.

I don't think anyone is saying he isn't worth the vet min (what's that $760k or so?). The question is whether he is worth significantly more than that and whether he is going to get the chance to touch the ball on offense. Either of those could be a deal killer if he insists on them.

[BrudLee]

I think when a guy says he wants to take care of his family, he expects to do so with more than the league minimum. I'd expect that this will take a 3 year commitment, with at least $5 million in total money. He might take less elsewhere, but Rock (by his statements) would seem to believe that he's performed above his pay scale and deserves compensation for doing so.

Whereas most franchises would say that he's performed above his pay scale, and thanks a lot for that, but we have to be concerned about tomorrow. Will there be some middle ground? I hope so.

[freddyg12]

Originally Posted by WillH

Cartwright Makes His Case

Says pretty much the same thing. Interesting stats though:

REDSKINS ALL-TIME KICKOFF RETURNERS*
Name Returns Yards Average
Brian Mitchell 421 9,586 22.8
Mike Nelms 174 4,128 23.7
Dick James 155 3,959 25.5
Rock Cartwright 132 3,157 23.8
Rickie Harris 101 2,305 22.8

* Through the 2007 season

"With another season in Washington, Cartwright could jump into second place on the list, trailing only Mitchell.

Last season, Cartwright had 52 kickoff returns last year for a 25.8-yard average. He also played on special teams coverage units and had 36 tackles, second-most on the team."


He is clearly more then an average kick returner. Only Dick James averaged more yards/return as a redskin then he has. Not only that, he makes HUGE plays on kick coverge. I would hate to see him go, but he has made it clear he is looking for both an opportunity to run the ball, and for more money. Neither of which the Redskins can really offer him.

"I want to be here," Cartwright said. "I don't want to be anywhere else. But it's not up to me, it's up to the front office. I do have a family I need to take care of. That's the bottom line, so we'll see how it goes."

I totally disagree, don't just go by the #s. Rock basically runs straight up the wedge, which is his job, and that's why he's got a solid avg. However, even when he has exceptional blocking, he lacks speed, quickness & moves to take the ball that extra 5-10 yards or more. He'll break arm tackles but he doesn't make much on his own IMO.

Don't get me wrong, I'd like to keep Rock for chemistry's sake & his spec. teams coverage, but I think KR & 3rd RB could easily be upgraded in the late rounds or undrafted rooks. Mason looks like he has more potential as a RB than Rock.

[#56fanatic]

I hope they can re-sign him, at a fair price for everyone. as far as everyone saying he can't run, well when was he given the opportunity? the only opportunities I have seen him run the ball, he does DAMN good. Rams, I believe he had a couple of carries against the 49ers a couple of years ago and they guy hits the hole really well. I wouldn't mind seeing him at least get a shot at running the ball in the offseason or preseason. you never know what you have, he may be a very productive guy in the backfield.

[hagams]

Rock is one of my favorite Redskins. I would hate to see him playing for any other team, but right now we have to think about the draft, and free agency. We can't throw a bunch of money towards someone that only touches the ball a couple times a game. I'm really suprised that he's asking for more money. Any chance that he just fishing to see if anyone bites?

[That Guy]

Originally Posted by #56fanatic

I hope they can re-sign him, at a fair price for everyone. as far as everyone saying he can't run, well when was he given the opportunity? the only opportunities I have seen him run the ball, he does DAMN good. Rams, I believe he had a couple of carries against the 49ers a couple of years ago and they guy hits the hole really well. I wouldn't mind seeing him at least get a shot at running the ball in the offseason or preseason. you never know what you have, he may be a very productive guy in the backfield.

see the spurrier era :/.

he's okay, but not as good as betts or portis, and he fumbles a lot... so why should he be put over either of them when he's proven he's not nearly as good?

[GTripp0012]

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[skinsnut]

If he wants to leave for more money, let him...he is a decent kick returner...that is all...
Any RB draft pick above the 5th round will show more potential of coming off the bench as a RB....

He'll actually be doing us a favor by leaving...that will mean we will have to draft a young RB...and that is sorely needed for the future

I like the guy, but as a number 3 backup?
I don't think so.

[MTK]

Comparing Rock to Jones-Drew is a joke.

Rock has been a good return man but if he's looking to expand his role it won't happen here with Portis and Betts ahead of him.