West-Coast Offense clarification.

[Daseal]

Hey Guys,

I understand the basics of the west coast offense, but I have one big question. From what I've seen from the west coast teams they use a fullback. Is this a big staple in the west coast?

If so -- Lorenzo Neal is reportedly going to be released from the Chargers. Can't think of a better fullback than him. I like Sellers, but not sure how I like him in the fullback role.

[freddyg12]

Originally Posted by Daseal

Hey Guys,

I understand the basics of the west coast offense, but I have one big question. From what I've seen from the west coast teams they use a fullback. Is this a big staple in the west coast?

If so -- Lorenzo Neal is reportedly going to be released from the Chargers. Can't think of a better fullback than him. I like Sellers, but not sure how I like him in the fullback role.

Sellers has been awesome at FB!!

[Daseal]

I disagree purely on a blocking perspective. I love seeing him get some carries and a target in the passing game, but he leaves something to be desired in run blocking.

[BDBohnzie]

I think you only have to look as far as Tom Rathman, William Henderson, Mike Alstott, and Lorenzo Neal to see that a quality FB is crucial in the West Coast offense.

Whether Mike Sellars can step up his blocking game has yet to be seen, and while he does catch the ball well, what he does afterwards (leaving his feet) needs to be attended to.

[EARTHQUAKE2689]

I would welcome Lorenzo Neal in here for our new west coast offensive scheme.

[Monkeydad]

Originally Posted by Daseal

Hey Guys,

I understand the basics of the west coast offense, but I have one big question. From what I've seen from the west coast teams they use a fullback. Is this a big staple in the west coast?

If so -- Lorenzo Neal is reportedly going to be released from the Chargers. Can't think of a better fullback than him. I like Sellers, but not sure how I like him in the fullback role.

Did you fall down the stairs as a child, then again right before posting this thread?

Sellers is one of the better FBs in the league.

Neal is a great FB, but while Sellers is here, there's no need to get an other FB.

[wilsowilso]

Lorenzo Neal is 37 years old. Let me repeat that. Lorenzo Neal will turn 38 this year. DOB 12/27/1970
Stop living in the past people.

[EARTHQUAKE2689]

Originally Posted by Buster

Did you fall down the stairs as a child, then again right before posting this thread?

Sellers is one of the better FBs in the league.

Neal is a great FB, but while Sellers is here, there's no need to get an other FB.

Lets get serious. Sellers is good but with the exception of the hit he put on Kennoy Kennedy (which he got tackled by him anyways) he goes down to often for his size and he is a sub-par blocker.

[BDBohnzie]

While he's 38, he's still the best fullback in the league...4 time Pro Bowl, 3 time All Pro, all in the last 5 years. And while he may not have many years left, he's still a viable option at FB.

[EARTHQUAKE2689]

Originally Posted by BDBohnzie

While he's 38, he's still the best fullback in the league...4 time Pro Bowl, 3 time All Pro, all in the last 5 years. And while he may not have many years left, he's still a viable option at FB.

and he is a better candidate than Sellers, no matter how much we like Sellers

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by Buster

Did you fall down the stairs as a child, then again right before posting this thread?

Sellers is one of the better FBs in the league.

Neal is a great FB, but while Sellers is here, there's no need to get an other FB.

Seriously, I don't know what the rest of you guys are smoking but I want a hit. Also while we're at it why don't we talk about how Michael Vick was a pocket passer while Peyton Manning is the leagues best scrambling QB.

Is Chris Berman going to have to choke a bitch? JESUS!! I challenge anyone here to survive a hit from Mike Sellers. I suggest a lot of you go back and watch film on the guy and stop relying on Madden ratings to evaluate players, especially after the season.

Ok, I feel better now. I still love you guys, but damn.

[EARTHQUAKE2689]

Originally Posted by Dirtbag359

Seriously, I don't know what the rest of you guys are smoking but I want a hit. Also while we're at it why don't we talk about how Michael Vick was a pocket passer while Peyton Manning is the leagues best scrambling QB.

Is Chris Berman going to have to choke a bitch? JESUS!! I challenge anyone here to survive a hit from Mike Sellers. I suggest a lot of you go back and watch film on the guy and stop relying on Madden ratings to evaluate players, especially after the season.

Ok, I feel better now. I still love you guys, but damn.

Seeing that sellers hardly ever "hits" anyone. I am talking about his blocking ability it is sub-par at best.

[Schneed10]

Originally Posted by EARTHQUAKE2689

Seeing that sellers hardly ever "hits" anyone. I am talking about his blocking ability it is sub-par at best.

Quake you make no sense. He's a very good run blocker, that's the best part of his game.

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by JLC

Iron Mike Sellers
Just got off the phone with Big Mike. As those of you who read this blog often probably already know, if you made me pick a favorite football player on this team - from a pure football standpoint - it would be him. I have no rooting interest in it or anything, but the way this guy puts his neck out for his team and the kind of punishment he dishes out, it's hard to not have a soft spot for him.

Originally Posted by NFLPlayers.com

Opposing defenses only saw a bruising blocker that made a living paving lanes for tailback Clinton Portis. Sellers however, proved to anyone watching closely that his talents were endless, scoring a touchdown 61.5 percent of the time he touched the ball last year.

Originally Posted by ES Profiles

At 6-3, 284 lbs. he is a unique mixture of size, muscle, and skill. He is a lethal blocker, able to smash holes through a defensive line. He is good receiver, a large target with great hands. He is a power back, one who tends to run over people rather than around them.

For some the image of Mike Sellers is synonymous with that of a madman, one who jaw-jacks to players of opposing teams after crushing them under blocks. To others the image is that of a cagey veteran who can sell a block and then slide out for a touchdown catch in the flat. Still to others, he is a terrorizing runner with the ball, one who can knock them on their rump and keep going.

Originally Posted by The Huddle: Fantasy News

FB Mike Sellers is a bruising lead blocker at 278 pounds and a reliable weapon when given touches.

Originally Posted by SportsGrumblings: Fantasy News

Sellers was inactive after injuring his back in practice. Sellers, who twisted his back during drills Wednesday, missed his second game since signing with the Redskins in 2004. Sellers is a staple of the running game as a lead blocker for Clinton Portis, is heavily involved in pass protection and is a short-yardage rusher. His absence was felt when the Redskins failed to convert on fourth and one in the third quarter. Sellers did not accompany the team to Tampa Bay and continues to receive treatment for his back.

Originally Posted by CBS Sportsline

Sellers, a Pro Bowl alternate, is a bruising blocker and he had three touchdowns ...

Originally Posted by Redskins.com

Sellers rejoined Washington in 2004 after playing his first three seasons in the NFL with the Redskins from 1998-2000. In the last two seasons, he has emerged as an offensive threat, both as a blocker and a pass-catcher in red zone situations.

Alright now that we've put the Sellers talk to rest we can get back to talking about the WCO.

[MTK]

It all depends on the system. Nobody really knows at this point what Zorn will bring to the table in terms of schemes.

Regarding Sellers I think he's a quality FB. I don't see a huge need to replace him.