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[quote=GMScud;822414]The 6th? I don't think he's buried that far. By all accounts he's been the most pleasant surprise of the WRs so far during camp.[/quote]
By reports you could argue him as the 5th true WR but that doesn't include what we and the media don't see/pick up on.

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[quote=Dirtbag59;822422]I hate Stallworth on this team. 3 catches last year and nothing special with a loaded Pats team two years before that. Now he's going to possibly result in us cutting a promising young receiver just so we can repeat the Joey Galloway experiment.[/quote]

Doubt he even makes the team unless he plays his ass off in these games or someone gets hurt.

As Keim says do you keep him as a #5 who doesn't even play ST? Doubt it.

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I'll probably miss the game because my TV has obstructed viewing. If I can see the game I'm more interested to see what the O can do more then the D. I love to see our line play tough against their starters and see us move the ball on them. Also interested to see what Rex and Beck can do.

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I can't seem to figure out if Kerrigan is playing tonight or not, anyone know?

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[quote=Jontrem;822439]I can't seem to figure out if Kerrigan is playing tonight or not, anyone know?[/quote]

I heard that not only is he going to play, but that he's going to play quite a bit. He needs reps big time, particularly from a pass coverage standpoint.

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[quote=SmootSmack;822423]Speaking of. We need to get a Preseason Hero thread going. Who will be this year's Marko Mitchell?[/quote]

I think tonite in the 4th quarter someone will emerge as the leader. isnt there an undrafted CB playing well in camp?

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I don't get what is with all the Beck hate. We know what we have with Rex and it's not all terrible, but beck could have some real potential. I for one want to see if he has anything to offer. We all know we're gonna draft a qb next year, but hopefully we won't have to throw our rookie qb into the fire too soon.

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From what I've seen of Beck so far in his career I haven't been overly impressed. That said, I hope he proves me wrong if he's the starter

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I just hope our rookies can contribute and lay the foundation of a playoff squad for years to come. I think the additions on defense alone should win us a few more games than last year. I didn't see any word on Kerrigan, is playing tonight?

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[quote=Mattyk;822409]High hopes for a guy who's likely battling for the #6 spot[/quote]

? He's definately #5 at minimum:

1. Moss
2. Gaffnery
3. Armstrong
4. Hankerson
5. Paul

Neither Banks, Austin, or Stallworth have a snowballs chance in hell of making the roster unless we carry 6 receivers.

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Nobody thinks Hankerson or Paul have a chance at knocking off Gaffney? Right now I'm bigger on Paul than Hankerson. Any word on Anderson?

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Who's Anderson?

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[quote=BigHairedAristocrat;822459]? He's definately #5 at minimum:

1. Moss
2. Gaffnery
3. Armstrong
4. Hankerson
5. Paul

Neither Banks, Austin, or Stallworth have a snowballs chance in hell of making the roster unless we carry 6 receivers.[/quote]

I wouldn't write off Austin yet.

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Isaac Anderson out of Wisconsin. There were a couple of reports about him having a really good camp. He's only 5'10 but is quick with good route running and good hands.

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Oh. I haven't heard

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With what I saw in games last night Banks has lost a lot of what he brings to the table for kick offs. I only saw one return during the San Diego/Seattle game. I like Austin but if he is in who gets placed on the PS?

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It'll be interesting to watch what impact Barry and Jenkins and bowen have on that line. On offense..I am looking at royster and helU..Love to see what those younger wrs will bring to a game setting

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[quote=SmootSmack;822461]Who's Anderson?[/quote]

Our second best player after ARMSTRONG! lol.

Man that Armstrong joke hasn't gone over as well since we actually got a quality player named Armstrong.

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OLINE and Rex Grossman

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[quote=SmootSmack;822423]Speaking of. We need to get a Preseason Hero thread going. Who will be this year's Marko Mitchell?[/quote]

Honestly I'm going with Markus White based on reports saying he's dominating against the scrubs while getting handled or neutralized against the veterans that know how to handle his moves.

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Chappell gets his chance to play and lights it up against third stringers. Next coming of Elway = Preseason Hero.

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[quote=Mattyk;822417]Per John Keim


WR Niles Paul. Has stood out because of his consistent hands. He’s a physical player and is as anxious as anyone to show it on the field. I like that he pesters WR coach Keenan McCardell for more reps/time. He needs to polish his routes.

On pace for: Practice squad/No. 6 WR spot. Long way to go but had a good opening two weeks. Needs to make plays on special teams in the preseason. Right now he’s behind guys like Terrence Austin and Donte Stallworth. But can you keep Stallworth as a fifth or sixth WR if he doesn’t play special teams. Don’t think so.


Read more at the Washington Examiner: [URL="http://washingtonexaminer.com/blogs/nfl/2011/08/redskins-rookie-report#ixzz1UpeC4BiI"]Redskins rookie report | John Keim | NFL | Washington Examiner[/URL][/quote]

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.

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preseason hero = Roy Helu ... calling it at 3:18 pm

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Let us take a moment to remember last years preseason sidekick.....Devin Thomas
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[quote=SmootSmack;822455]From what I've seen of Beck so far in his career I haven't been overly impressed. That said, I hope he proves me wrong if he's the starter[/quote]

lol Are you suggesting to us that your eyes and the Shanny's eyes actually see something different? :argue: .....have no fear though SS you and skinsfan69 both board at the same gate. :) j/k SS j/k

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[quote=rbanerjee23;822483]preseason hero = Roy Helu ... calling it at 3:18 pm[/quote]

I tend to think of preseason heroes more as people not likely to make the team, or at least not expected to. Someone like a Shaun Droughn

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[quote=redsk1;822482]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.[/quote]

It's been brought up here a few times these past couple of months

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[quote=rbanerjee23;822483]preseason hero = Roy Helu ... calling it at 3:18 pm[/quote]

He'll be the regular season hero. :)

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[quote=SmootSmack;822487]I tend to think of preseason heroes more as people not likely to make the team, or at least not expected to. Someone like a Shaun Droughn[/quote]

In that case I will hedge my bets and nominate the following.

Matt Gutierrez, James Davis, and Issac Anderson.

Guys that could be but I don't want to (ie the getting cut part bums me out)

Terrance Austin, Markus White, and Aldrick Robinson.

I think to be a preseason hero you have to be in position to show up on a stat sheet. If a lineman gets noticed he usually stays.

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[quote=redsk1;822482]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.[/quote]

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

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[quote=redsk1;822482]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.[/quote]

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.

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[quote=Longtimefan;822494]With the rule change on kickoffs, Banks position is gradually going to become one in less demand. A weapon being handicapped by rule changes.[/quote]

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

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Hopefully Kerrigan has a moment like this tonight.
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[quote=Monkeydad;822497]Banks will still be a weapon on punts. The rule won't affect punt returns at all.[/quote]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.

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[quote=Mattyk;822462]I wouldn't write off Austin yet.[/quote]

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.

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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.

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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.

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[quote=Ruhskins;822504]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.[/quote]

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

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Any word yet if Beck will see some time?

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[quote=Monkeydad;822497]Banks will still be a weapon on punts. The rule won't affect punt returns at all.[/quote]

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.