dmek25
05-11-2010, 01:58 PM
I'd rather have Brian Westbrook than Parker, but I don't think I'd really want Westbrook anyway. When healthy he'd make a great pass catching 3rd down back, but how often is he healthy?
And if signing him means we're also keeping Byron Westbrook...well then, just shoot me now
i wouldn't mind one Westbrook, and not the one who supposedly plays defense
Lotus
05-11-2010, 01:58 PM
How is Bo Jackson's hip these days?
I hear that Bo is well-rested. :)
BigHairedAristocrat
05-11-2010, 01:59 PM
Wow! I don't know about that one BHA, the Rams didn't even offer him a contract. I think this team is in need of RB's, but of the younger more talented/durable variety.
well, i honestly dont get the impression that westbrook is healthy, so the point is probably moot.
freddyg12
05-11-2010, 02:00 PM
McNabb & Westbrook in b&G, too weird! Already weird enough w/#5 here.
this looks like another due diligence move by the FO & Shanny, might as well take a look at the guy. I agree w/most here who question Parker's ability to make the team, and I also don't see Westbrook making it even if signed. I hope its CP, LJ & a rookie come sept. 12.
Ruhskins
05-11-2010, 02:13 PM
Wow! I don't know about that one BHA, the Rams didn't even offer him a contract. I think this team is in need of RB's, but of the younger more talented/durable variety.
Actually, after he passed his physical with the Rams, some reports made sound like it was Westrbrook's decision of whether or not to join the team.
Report: Brian Westbrook passes physical with St. Louis Rams - ESPN (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5139556)
Redskin Jim
05-11-2010, 02:19 PM
well, i honestly dont get the impression that westbrook is healthy, so the point is probably moot.
I hear you, I would love a circa 2006 version Brian Westbrook. I just haven't seen that guy for a few years. His injury time has been steadily rising.
SolidSnake84
05-11-2010, 02:19 PM
I'd rather have Brian Westbrook than Portis....Come on guys seriously a Westbrook/Johnson combination could be too much for most teams if both of these guys are healthy!!
over the mountain
05-11-2010, 02:20 PM
as of now, without getting to see what johnson, portis or parker look like in preseason and training camp, id welcome westbrook into the fold as well.
i think portis is going to be here and probably be the most productive back of the four, but i think its a toss up btw johnson, parker and westbrook if he is signed.
If westbrook is cleared to play, i could see him beating out johnson and parker.
johnsons's contract has a little more staying power than parkers who isnt guaranteed a thing, so that might play into consideration as well.
i dont see any downside to bringing westbrook in. if healthy, he could be a serious weapon. thats a big if, but even getting 12 or so games out of him wouldnt be a bad result.
diehardskin2982
05-11-2010, 02:23 PM
playing sparingly Westbrook is very dangerous.
FRPLG
05-11-2010, 02:41 PM
Westbrook hasn't even been remotely healthy for almost 4 seasons. No reason to think he could be now. I'd love to have Westbrook ala '05-'06 but not so much now.