Did anyone else watch Comcast postgame? (Lavar Related)

#56, like ramsey, he got reps, and he didn't show what he needed to in the few plays he did get. Now that he's in a no rep situation, he'll have to wait his turn to get another shot.

MS offers tech support cause it makes them more money, cusstomer satisfaction does mean much compared to profits. If you think they offer tech support for the love of their customers instead of because of its profitability, THAT'S crazy.

Ugh, we could argue this point all day, but I only used Microsoft as a comparable business analogy, and we're basically saying the same thing. Yes, Microsoft does offer tech support and updates to make more money, but it's not because they charge for tech support directly. Anyone who buys the product and registers it gets free tech support. They do this to keep customers happy and buying their products in the future.

The Redskins organization does basically the same thing when they offer us little bits of information when we want to know why our favorite players aren't on the field. Gibbs told us Ramsey wasn't the starter anymore because Brunell gave them a better chance to win. Many of us were pissed about that and disagreed, but wow, Brunell proved us wrong. Well now they're trying to tell us Holdman is a better linebacker than LaVar, which anyone with half a brain knows isn't the case. None of you devout Gibbs and Williams followers can even bring yourselves to say that.

And as I said before if they're so afraid that LaVar is going to be the sole reason the Redskins lose games, why doesn't every corner or safety get benched when they get beat for a touchdown? Why wasn't Portis benched when he fumbled early in the game last week, which can be argued, "lost us the game"? So in spite of all the differing information that continues to surface, if you can still believe that LaVar was basically the only defensive player who didn't touch the field on any defensive play or special teams play because of his on field performance, I commend your conviction.

I really get a kick out of a lot of you guys!!! This is a hall of fame coaching staff and they know exactly what they are doing and how they want it done. Everyone forgets this offseason when LA was upset because we brought him back to soon. OK, he may be 100% now but he missed a lot of training camp and conditioning. He should be getting where he needs to be shape wise. All this trade and release talk of LA is rediculous. He's not going anywhere!!! He just signed a new contract in the offseason. IMO, this all boils down to him not reaching incentives in the contract and for him not to make the pro bowl this year. We don't want him to get his two pro bowls so fast so he can opt to leave. Did anyone see the pressure he put on Matt H. when he was flushed to LA's side and LA was on him like he stole something. Matt H. ended up throwing the ball away but it was an errant pass; possible turnover. We don't want to give that up, believe me. When LA can't make it to the pro bowl we will see more of him. IMO

Well, you kill me. How out of touch can you be?? ALL OF SUDDEN? Jesus F'ing christ, LA has ALWAYS been a freelancer - even at Penn State. Remember Marvin Lewis?? Or how about how LA and the rest of the LB's just sorta did their own thing under Edwards? LA is incapable of playing disciplined football. Show me one reporter/analyst/player or coach who has complimented LA on his disciplined play. I have been reading about LA's inability to play disciplined ball in ANY system since the time immemorial. Apparently, the current set of coaches simply aren't gonna put up with it.


First, although a pro bowler, and capable of big plays, LaVar was never considered "one of the most dominant linebackers in the game". He always bordered on being recognized around the league as such, but something seemed to hold him back in the view of players from other teams (hmmmmm ... wonder what it could have been).


Yes. I thought I explained the logic of it in my previous post. Simply put: Until you demonstrate your ability to play within the system, you will be given LESS not MORE responsibility.


By demonstrating in practice and in games your inability to do EXACTLY what you are asked to do. Just give me one reference point outside of LA himself that says LA is being given a bum ride - that his athleticism more than compensates for the gains given up by his breakdowns in discipline.


NO ONE from the organization has disparaged LA's attitude or work ethic. It is clear, to me at least, that the coaches WANT LaVar to play more, that they love his athleticism, but that they just don't trust his ability to play disciplined ball right now.

GW came in believing LaVar could be a big performer for him - I was there draft day 2004 when, in response to a question from the crowd "how will you generate more sacks", Gibbs said he thought the personnel on the roster would be capable of doing that. As Gibbs said this- GW was standing behind him and flashed a hand signal to the crowd - five, six - . These coaches expected LA to play big for them and he, LA, failed to live up to their expectations. It is as simple as that.

Good work. However, I don't totally buy he's not in because he's incapable of playing within or picking up the system. Time will tell....and we'll all be happy and continue to love the Skins.

From the Mortensen chat on ESPN:


Oz (D.C.): Mort, what's the deal with Lavar and the Skins coaching staff? They say he's being benched fro practicing poorly but he says he doesn't get reps in practice! I find it hard to believe but is this punishment for his contract dispute?

http://espn-att.starwave.com/i/sn2.gif Chris Mortensen: (11:14 AM ET ) I believe it's a bit of everything - contract, his unwillingness to play within the system, not attending one off-season workout (or so I heard), etc.

From the Mortensen chat on ESPN:


Oz (D.C.): Mort, what's the deal with Lavar and the Skins coaching staff? They say he's being benched fro practicing poorly but he says he doesn't get reps in practice! I find it hard to believe but is this punishment for his contract dispute?

http://espn-att.starwave.com/i/sn2.gif Chris Mortensen: (11:14 AM ET ) I believe it's a bit of everything - contract, his unwillingness to play within the system, not attending one off-season workout (or so I heard), etc.

I can buy that.

Perhaps there are multiple issues as Mort says, either way the staff has their justified reasons.

If the man is saying he's not getting any reps in practice, then how is he going to get the assignments down.
Can you get it through your hard damn head that maybe JUST F*&^ING MAYBE Lavar is full of sh*t and actaully does get a reasonable amount of snaps? You take his saying that he doesn't as gospel. Open your eyes man! Can't you see you're being snowed by your emotions on this one. I love Lavar as a player too but I'd be willing to bet he wouldn't feel he was getting enough reps unless he was getting EVERY REP. His definition of enough reps and the coaches is probably vastly different. If you want to argue he isn't getting enough reps don't do it solely based on what Lavar says. We really have no reason to believe anything he says since as Matty pointed out "Lavar is always the victim".

Anyone else think #56fanatic might actually be Lavar? ;)

Anyone else think #56fanatic might actually be Lavar? ;)

I totally think #56 is LaVar.

If LaVar is here perhaps that's his problem, too much Warpath and not enough work!

I think we all can relate!

LOL