Eagles release B. Westbrook, per NFL Network

GMScud · 02-23-2010, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by skinsfan69

I think Westbrook has some mileage left and is worth looking at as a part time player. LT is just done.

I feel the exact opposite. LT doesn't have the breakaway pop he used to, and neither does Westbrook. But LT doesn't have concussion issues.

Monkeydad · 02-23-2010, 03:18 PM

He's made of glass and McCoy is a younger, healthier clone of him.

Please don't come to the Redskins.

Chico23231 · 02-23-2010, 03:26 PM

Ill take Dexter McCluster from Ole Miss 2nd or 3rd round pic

Skinny Tee · 02-23-2010, 05:42 PM

I'm not trying to Skins bash but just trying to compare and contrast the styles of competitive teams in this league against ours.

The Eagles organization basically cut their best standout offensive player when he was close to his peak, up or down. That had to be a tough decision for them to make but it was made and with no real dire consequences to them other than sentimental as they have young replacements ready to pick up that slack.

The Eagles made a decision like this last year when they cut a pivotal defenseman in Brain Dawkins, yet their team as a whole still managed to make the playoffs.

Where do you think we'd be next year if we, contractual consequences aside, cut Portis and Fletcher this offseason? Our hopes on next season would seem really dim compared to the more competitive teams in the league.

Bottom line, to me, is we'll be more competitive NFL wide when we finally bring in the long overdue depth we've needed since the Snyder spending spree days. Here's to seeing our Skins grow deeper and stronger...Hail to the Redskins.

Son Of Man · 02-23-2010, 05:49 PM

Word is that Portis will not be the next one released. Much to some of your dismay.

And no, I don't want Westbrook or LT on this team. CP has more to offer at this point than either one of those guys.

Monkeydad · 02-23-2010, 05:55 PM

It has sounded like all along that Shanny plans to use Portis and thinks he can have success, IF he cooperates. If the Coach can install his Plug-and-Play RB system like he had in Denver, Portis, Alridge, Mason, Ganther, Betts, Tomlinson or even Matty (after P90X) could all be weekly 100 yd/game rushers.

SmootSmack · 02-23-2010, 05:59 PM

Not surprising that he was (or will be) cut. It was expected. What's shocking is that Byron Westbrook has an NFL job and Brian doesn't.

Maybe we could sign Brian Westbrook and have him pretend to be Byron during the week...who of course spends the week pretending to be Brian. Won't that be fun?!

PHazard · 02-23-2010, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Not surprising that he was (or will be) cut. It was expected. What's shocking is that Byron Westbrook has an NFL job and Brian doesn't.

Maybe we could sign Brian Westbrook and have him pretend to be Byron during the week...who of course spends the week pretending to be Brian. Won't that be fun?!

lmao. I never understood why if he was such a good "Brian Westbrook Clone" during those two weeks of the year why we didnt try gettin him a few carries during a game. Wit good genes, he prolly could have benefitted us more there than at CB lol

Longtimefan · 02-23-2010, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by skinsfan69

I think Westbrook has some mileage left and is worth looking at as a part time player. LT is just done.

The question (where Westbrook is concerned) Will anyone be willing to take a chance on a player that's suffered two concussions and has considered retirement as a result.

WaldSkins · 02-23-2010, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Not surprising that he was (or will be) cut. It was expected. What's shocking is that Byron Westbrook has an NFL job and Brian doesn't.

Maybe we could sign Brian Westbrook and have him pretend to be Byron during the week...who of course spends the week pretending to be Brian. Won't that be fun?!

You really want another redskin getting arrested for an alcohol charge?

dmek25 · 02-23-2010, 07:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Son Of Man

Word is that Portis will not be the next one released. Much to some of your dismay.

And no, I don't want Westbrook or LT on this team. CP has more to offer at this point than either one of those guys.

where did you see/ hear this word?

skinsfan_nn · 02-23-2010, 08:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Not surprising that he was (or will be) cut. It was expected. What's shocking is that Byron Westbrook has an NFL job and Brian doesn't.

Maybe we could sign Brian Westbrook and have him pretend to be Byron during the week...who of course spends the week pretending to be Brian. Won't that be fun?!

This is true. But don't think it will last long. One is looking for work, the other is soon to be looking for work.

SmootSmack · 02-23-2010, 08:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Son Of Man

Word is that Portis will not be the next one released. Much to some of your dismay.

And no, I don't want Westbrook or LT on this team. CP has more to offer at this point than either one of those guys.

Lamont Jordan was released. Does he count as the next one released?

budw38 · 02-23-2010, 08:33 PM

Where is Tim Smith Washington Redskins vs. Denver Broncos - January 31st, 1988 | Pro-Football-Reference.com . Sign him , low mileage

SmootSmack · 02-23-2010, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by budw38

Where is Tim Smith Washington Redskins vs. Denver Broncos - January 31st, 1988 | Pro-Football-Reference.com . Sign him , low mileage

Other than the incarceration for dealing cocaine and the recent surgery for spinal stenosis...I'm all for signing The Accidental Hero!

02-23-2010, 03:18 PM	#17
Monkeydad Living Legend Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Age: 46 Posts: 17,460	Re: Eagles release B. Westbrook, per NFL Network He's made of glass and McCoy is a younger, healthier clone of him. Please don't come to the Redskins. __________________ Not sent from a Droid, iPhone, Blackberry or toaster

02-23-2010, 03:26 PM	#18
Chico23231 Warpath Hall of Fame Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 35,020	Re: Eagles release B. Westbrook, per NFL Network Ill take Dexter McCluster from Ole Miss 2nd or 3rd round pic __________________ My pronouns: King/Your ruler He Gets Us

02-23-2010, 05:42 PM	#19
Skinny Tee The Starter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Redskins Nation Posts: 1,715	Re: Eagles release B. Westbrook, per NFL Network I'm not trying to Skins bash but just trying to compare and contrast the styles of competitive teams in this league against ours. The Eagles organization basically cut their best standout offensive player when he was close to his peak, up or down. That had to be a tough decision for them to make but it was made and with no real dire consequences to them other than sentimental as they have young replacements ready to pick up that slack. The Eagles made a decision like this last year when they cut a pivotal defenseman in Brain Dawkins, yet their team as a whole still managed to make the playoffs. Where do you think we'd be next year if we, contractual consequences aside, cut Portis and Fletcher this offseason? Our hopes on next season would seem really dim compared to the more competitive teams in the league. Bottom line, to me, is we'll be more competitive NFL wide when we finally bring in the long overdue depth we've needed since the Snyder spending spree days. Here's to seeing our Skins grow deeper and stronger...Hail to the Redskins. __________________ Redskinsly, _________Skinny Tee_________

02-23-2010, 05:49 PM	#20
Son Of Man Impact Rookie Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ellicott City, MD Posts: 643	Re: Eagles release B. Westbrook, per NFL Network Word is that Portis will not be the next one released. Much to some of your dismay. And no, I don't want Westbrook or LT on this team. CP has more to offer at this point than either one of those guys. __________________ RG3 or bust!!!!!!!!!!

02-23-2010, 05:55 PM	#21
Monkeydad Living Legend Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Age: 46 Posts: 17,460	Re: Eagles release B. Westbrook, per NFL Network It has sounded like all along that Shanny plans to use Portis and thinks he can have success, IF he cooperates. If the Coach can install his Plug-and-Play RB system like he had in Denver, Portis, Alridge, Mason, Ganther, Betts, Tomlinson or even Matty (after P90X) could all be weekly 100 yd/game rushers. __________________ Not sent from a Droid, iPhone, Blackberry or toaster

02-23-2010, 05:59 PM	#22
SmootSmack Uncle Phil Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 45,256	Re: Eagles release B. Westbrook, per NFL Network Not surprising that he was (or will be) cut. It was expected. What's shocking is that Byron Westbrook has an NFL job and Brian doesn't. Maybe we could sign Brian Westbrook and have him pretend to be Byron during the week...who of course spends the week pretending to be Brian. Won't that be fun?! __________________ You're So Vain...You Probably Think This Sig Is About You

02-23-2010, 08:33 PM	#29
budw38 Playmaker Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Northern,Va. Posts: 2,706	Re: Eagles release B. Westbrook, per NFL Network Where is Tim Smith Washington Redskins vs. Denver Broncos - January 31st, 1988 \| Pro-Football-Reference.com . Sign him , low mileage

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