Redskins vs. Steelers Preseason Pre-Game Thread

I believe this guy John Keim was on sports radio 910 yesterday. He mentioned that Banks has some off the field issues...attitude type stuff. The coaching staff doesn't want to make a long committment to this guy and don't be suprised if he doesn't get cut. Really surprising b/c i've never heard it before.

But yes i'd guess Paul or Austin for that last spot. Paul is known as a special teams standout right? KR?

Moss, Gaffney, Armstrong, Hankerson, and Paul I'm guessing.

Really, Banks? Can't claim to know him but he seems like one of those 'nicest guy in the world' types. Fun loving guy, always seems to be smiling, and most importantly turns around field position when someone doesn't block an opposing player in the back.

With the rule change on kickoffs, Banks position is gradually going to become one in less demand. A weapon being handicapped by rule changes.

Banks will still be a weapon on punts. The rule won't affect punt returns at all.

Hopefully Kerrigan has a moment like this tonight.
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Banks will still be a weapon on punts. The rule won't affect punt returns at all.Plus the other thing to remember is that while the total number of touchbacks is going to skyrocket, the value of a long return is going to say the same or possibly get more valuable. It's going to happen less across the league, not just to Brandon Banks.

I wouldn't write off Austin yet.

not writing him off completely, he just doesnt have as much upside. he also could easily be stashed on the practice squad and we wouldnt have to worry about anyone picking him up. now i HAVE completely written off banks and stallworth.

I'm actually a bit intrigued by Matt Gutierrez (if he plays at all)...when Darth Hoody traded Cassel to the Chiefs, I believe Gutierrez was Brady's back up. But then again, he did get cut after that year, so who knows.

I live in CO and for those wondering NFLN is replaying the game at 4 ET on Saturday. Smy hero i am guessing on Marcus White or Chappel. They seem like they might out play expectations.

I'm actually a bit intrigued by Matt Gutierrez (if he plays at all)...when Darth Hoody traded Cassel to the Chiefs, I believe Gutierrez was Brady's back up. But then again, he did get cut after that year, so who knows.

Well actually, Gutierrez followed Cassel to KC and was his backup there in 2009. I'm guess Pioli brought him to KC

Any word yet if Beck will see some time?

Banks will still be a weapon on punts. The rule won't affect punt returns at all.

I really like Banks and hope his knee improves to the point where he will regain the speed he demonstrated that helped land him a spot on the team. With so many WR's in camp he's going to have to prove himself within the ranks of the competition.

That's the way for him to increase his chances of making the roster; contribute as a wide receiver, his listed position. On a 53-man roster, it's hard to justify keeping a player who is just a return specialist, no matter how good he is. Banks played just 15 snaps at receiver last year, but to his credit he does want to do more.