Jets tried to trade for Betts

[Daseal]

I'd try to deal Betts HARD right now. I'd think about an early 2nd, and take a 1st in no time. His value will never be so high. He's a mediocre blocker, and has fumbling issues. Use Portis as our bellcow and use Rock, Duckett, Sellers, whomever to take 10-15 carries a game. I'd love to see more from Rock.

[BangCartoon]

Originally Posted by FRPLG

Yeah a Vilma for the 1st would be solid. We need line help but the risk of a bust DLineman is far outweighed by the sure thing of a very good LB. I doubt the Jets would make that trade though.

Yeah, I doubt they would either. No more Terry Bradway up there to kick around! As you said, any draft pick is a potential bust.. in my mind using the pick on a young proven guy like Vilma where you know what you're getting is not a bad move. He's only 25 yrs old. (well, 26 next month.)
That is one thing that I have not minded about our heavy handed approach to free agency lately, going after younger players.

~Bang

[Redskin Rich]

The rumors I have heard was Portis was on the block and that Betts was going to be the number 1.... he is more of a Gibbs style running... more North and South than Portis.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by Redskin Rich

The rumors I have heard was Portis was on the block and that Betts was going to be the number 1.... he is more of a Gibbs style running... more North and South than Portis.

This is like the second time you've said this this week isn't it?

[EXoffender]

Originally Posted by Daseal

I'd try to deal Betts HARD right now. I'd think about an early 2nd, and take a 1st in no time. His value will never be so high. He's a mediocre blocker, and has fumbling issues. Use Portis as our bellcow and use Rock, Duckett, Sellers, whomever to take 10-15 carries a game. I'd love to see more from Rock.

I'm with you (sans Betts blocking and fumbling issues). Let's rob another team for picks and players. It's done to us all the time. Let's turn the tables for once! McCareins and our original 2nd rounder, 37th overall for Betts.

[dmek25]

if the trade was betts for vilma with some other picks involved, i am pissed.at no time does ladell betts hold higher trade value. and i take vilma over fletcher, every day of the week, and twice on sunday

[SkinsFanSince91]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

The Jets have tried to acquire Redskins running back Ladell Betts in a trade but a potential deal fell through, according to someone with knowledge of the discussions between the teams. The person requested anonymity because of the sensitive nature of trade talks.

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I hate to say I told u all so, but I DID!!

Maybe if I didnt post the story so early it may have went thru. That doesnt mean that something won't happen prior to or on draft day.

WE STILL NEED MORE FIRST DAY PICKS!!

Once again, I wasn't lying onthat trade "rumor." Someone please gimme some props for breaking the story.

Holla

[CHIEF CHUCKING MY SPEAR]

It i could i would trade one of them> I love to have both but we need to pick up some extra picks. Or get some good players.

[holcknowsbest]

listen i say trade betts...i love him too but portis is hands down the better back. we are talking about running backs here man. portis when healthy is top 5 in the league....hold on to him but betts can be replaced with a 3-4 round draft pick now. its just to ignorant to hold on to someone because we like him alot. betts must go so we can get more picks and if we can get vilma too.....wow is all i have to say.

ps london fletcher is another trip down that bust lane. wont get it done i garuntee it...ill root for his ass though but he wont get it done fellas.

[JankySpanky80]

Originally Posted by holcknowsbest

listen i say trade betts...i love him too but portis is hands down the better back. we are talking about running backs here man. portis when healthy is top 5 in the league....hold on to him but betts can be replaced with a 3-4 round draft pick now. its just to ignorant to hold on to someone because we like him alot. betts must go so we can get more picks and if we can get vilma too.....wow is all i have to say.

ps london fletcher is another trip down that bust lane. wont get it done i garuntee it...ill root for his ass though but he wont get it done fellas.

Fletcher won't be a bust. His stats have been solid every year he has been in the league. His age is the concern here. He would be a quick fix until we draft the position. 2 Good backs will win games for the skins and allow them to be the ball control offense gibbs is known for.

[holcknowsbest]

oh and somebody clue redskins rich in on this joe gibbs type of runner. his statements about north and south are so retarded that i end up looking like a dick when i have to say he is fing retarded. portis is north south you freaking clueless ones...ask joe gibbs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! download the films when clinton is talking about running guts! and powers! if you want to win this football game, reffereing to the giants game 2 yrs ago at fed ex!!!! watch portis's style please!!! someone please dont let redskins clueless rich post that crap.....it really hits a button with me.

[holcknowsbest]

for the money we are gonna give fletcher he will be a bust.....his stats arent the problem....his play isnt the fix.....and stop gap until we draft someone huh? well let me tell you this name the last rookie linebacker to start after he was drafted. not ol rocky who we traded up to get...g will likes vets but this vet wont get it done...there isnt enough talent around him to run free to the ball and at 5-9 240 he is basically smaller than marshall 6-2 235 and will get eaten up just like marshall did. just another bust its my lock of the year.

[Questfor31]

Ladell Betts proved he was stud last year. The two headed monster at running back seems to be the new hot formation for NFL offenses in the last couple of years ... Colts, Bears, Jags, Saints, Broncos, Pats, Cowboys.

[sportscurmudgeon]

Daseal:

Where did you come up with the phrase "use Portis as our bellcow"? That was the description that Frank Broyles used to use all the time when he and Keith Jackson used to do the college football games on ABC before there was such a thing as ESPN. You are way too young to remember those days...

[FRPLG]

Originally Posted by holcknowsbest

oh and somebody clue redskins rich in on this joe gibbs type of runner. his statements about north and south are so retarded that i end up looking like a dick when i have to say he is fing retarded. portis is north south you freaking clueless ones.

Keep flaming and the only one needing a clue will be you when you can't log on anymore. The mods do a good job of patrolling around here and I am pretty sure that calling people retarded and/or fing retarded is a no-no.