Clinton Portis appreciation thread

calia · 03-01-2011, 01:15 PM

I realize that there's already a thread on his being released, and that many have weighed in with comments expressing appreciation for his contributions over the last seven years, but in my humble opinion, this is worthy of a separate thread. Although limited my injuries the last few seasons, when healthy he was very effective and played with a lot of heart.

Moments that stand out to me are his first run from scrimage v. the Bucs (64-yard TD run -- I was fortunate enough to be at that game, and people went crazy), countless blocks on blitzing LBs which he did without fear (I think he knocked a blitzing Sheldon Quarles unconscious at one point), and his incredible performance in the last 5 games in 2005 to get us to the playoffs. I wish the man well.

skinsfaninok · 03-01-2011, 01:16 PM

The guy will be missed for several reasons on the field plus his Goofy ass dress up off the field LOL.. He was a true gamer and workhorse. I will always cheer for CP

mlmpetert · 03-01-2011, 01:22 PM

Thanks, i didnt want to get all sentimental in the release thread about how im gonna miss him and all.....

I always hatted it when he dressed up. I thought he opened his mouth a little too much. He hated preseaons, was allowed to come out to rest during Gibbs 2.0, and i think partly fake his concusion. But i loved his play on the field. The guy was tough as hell and played hard every play. Never took plays off.

Most of us will miss you CP! I hope you find a team that can win!

SmootSmack · 03-01-2011, 01:24 PM

When he and Gibbs called every person in the organization when ST died to tell them the news and offer support. The way he took charge during that time

Lotus · 03-01-2011, 01:28 PM

For years CP gave us a running game which other teams had to respect and plan for. This was true even in times when the OL underperformed. The guy brought it every play, every game. I am proud that he was a Redskin and he will be missed.

Ruhskins · 03-01-2011, 01:36 PM

Ah yes, I remember the CP's first TD as a Redskins...

calia · 03-01-2011, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Ruhskins

Ah yes, I remember the CP's first TD as a Redskins...

Man -- I hadn't recalled how gaping the hole was he ran through. 64 yards and no one got within about 5 yards of him the entire time. I haven't seen our O-line block like that in a long time (perhaps since that very play).

firstdown · 03-02-2011, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Ruhskins

Ah yes, I remember the CP's first TD as a Redskins...

I think he got hurt on that play and never really recovered.

CPAlltheWay012 · 03-02-2011, 07:51 PM

This video really highlights his best years as a Redskin in Washington:

firstdown · 03-03-2011, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by CPAlltheWay012

This video really highlights his best years as a Redskin in Washington:

If you watch these clips you see this one from 04 to 07 which shows some really great runs then when you watch the older clips they are filled more with good blocking.

SolidSnake84 · 03-01-2011, 01:41 PM

I'm kind of mixed on it myself. It was time for a change, that much is easy to admit. Seeing his work ethic last year with Shanahan changed my mind on him a little bit. But the 2 years with Zorn, he was really a PITA, made worse by the fact he wasnt delivering on the field.

He was a classy guy with handling the ST tragedy. And he loved Coach Gibbs. But i respect his honesty when he said yesterday that after Gibbs retired, he didnt have the same passion for the game anymore. I wish him well in life, and what football may have left to offer him.

He was always honest and spoke the truth. Thats very stand up of him. Best wishes, CP, and thanks for the good memories.

Monkeydad · 03-01-2011, 01:49 PM

Career long 78 yards. Amazing how so many people on here bashed him for a 78-yard run.

skinsfaninok · 03-01-2011, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Buster

Career long 78 yards. Amazing how so many people on here bashed him for a 78-yard run.

Sellers is a DAMN good Blocker

GridIron26 · 03-01-2011, 01:55 PM

You guys pretty much said it all.. I definitely will miss Portis..

SkinsLove24/7 · 03-01-2011, 01:59 PM

It's amazing to see the burst of speed Portis had on his 64-yarder. His legs look so fresh. It's amazing what a couple 300+ carry seasons can do to a player.

03-01-2011, 01:15 PM	#1
calia Playmaker Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Woodside, CA Age: 56 Posts: 3,371	Clinton Portis appreciation thread I realize that there's already a thread on his being released, and that many have weighed in with comments expressing appreciation for his contributions over the last seven years, but in my humble opinion, this is worthy of a separate thread. Although limited my injuries the last few seasons, when healthy he was very effective and played with a lot of heart. Moments that stand out to me are his first run from scrimage v. the Bucs (64-yard TD run -- I was fortunate enough to be at that game, and people went crazy), countless blocks on blitzing LBs which he did without fear (I think he knocked a blitzing Sheldon Quarles unconscious at one point), and his incredible performance in the last 5 games in 2005 to get us to the playoffs. I wish the man well.

03-01-2011, 01:16 PM	#2
skinsfaninok Warpath Hall of Fame Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: UNITED STATES Age: 37 Posts: 35,999	Re: Clinton Portis appreciation thread The guy will be missed for several reasons on the field plus his Goofy ass dress up off the field LOL.. He was a true gamer and workhorse. I will always cheer for CP __________________ “Mediocre people don’t like high achievers, and high achievers don’t like mediocre people.” ― Nick Saban

03-01-2011, 01:22 PM	#3
mlmpetert Playmaker Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Richmond Posts: 3,261	Re: Clinton Portis appreciation thread Thanks, i didnt want to get all sentimental in the release thread about how im gonna miss him and all..... I always hatted it when he dressed up. I thought he opened his mouth a little too much. He hated preseaons, was allowed to come out to rest during Gibbs 2.0, and i think partly fake his concusion. But i loved his play on the field. The guy was tough as hell and played hard every play. Never took plays off. Most of us will miss you CP! I hope you find a team that can win!

03-01-2011, 01:24 PM	#4
SmootSmack Uncle Phil Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 45,256	Re: Clinton Portis appreciation thread When he and Gibbs called every person in the organization when ST died to tell them the news and offer support. The way he took charge during that time __________________ You're So Vain...You Probably Think This Sig Is About You

03-01-2011, 01:28 PM	#5
Lotus Fire Bruce NOW Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 11,434	Re: Clinton Portis appreciation thread For years CP gave us a running game which other teams had to respect and plan for. This was true even in times when the OL underperformed. The guy brought it every play, every game. I am proud that he was a Redskin and he will be missed. __________________ Bruce Allen when in charge alone: 4-12 (.250) Bruce Allen's overall Redskins record : 28-52 (.350) Vinny Cerrato's record when in charge alone: 52-65 (.444) Vinny's overall Redskins record: 62-82 (.430) We won more with Vinny

03-01-2011, 01:36 PM	#6
Ruhskins Living Legend Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 22,221	Re: Clinton Portis appreciation thread Ah yes, I remember the CP's first TD as a Redskins... __________________ R.I.P. #21

03-02-2011, 07:51 PM	#9
CPAlltheWay012 Special Teams Join Date: May 2007 Location: B-Town Posts: 166	Re: Clinton Portis appreciation thread This video really highlights his best years as a Redskin in Washington: __________________ Check out old Skins highlights http://vimeo.com/user343526/videos

03-01-2011, 01:41 PM	#11
SolidSnake84 Playmaker Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Stephens City, VA Posts: 2,947	Re: Clinton Portis appreciation thread I'm kind of mixed on it myself. It was time for a change, that much is easy to admit. Seeing his work ethic last year with Shanahan changed my mind on him a little bit. But the 2 years with Zorn, he was really a PITA, made worse by the fact he wasnt delivering on the field. He was a classy guy with handling the ST tragedy. And he loved Coach Gibbs. But i respect his honesty when he said yesterday that after Gibbs retired, he didnt have the same passion for the game anymore. I wish him well in life, and what football may have left to offer him. He was always honest and spoke the truth. Thats very stand up of him. Best wishes, CP, and thanks for the good memories. __________________ Time to nut up or shut up

03-01-2011, 01:49 PM	#12
Monkeydad Living Legend Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Age: 45 Posts: 17,460	Re: Clinton Portis appreciation thread Career long 78 yards. Amazing how so many people on here bashed him for a 78-yard run. __________________ Not sent from a Droid, iPhone, Blackberry or toaster

03-01-2011, 01:55 PM	#14
GridIron26 Playmaker Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Englewood, CO Age: 35 Posts: 3,266	Re: Clinton Portis appreciation thread You guys pretty much said it all.. I definitely will miss Portis..

03-01-2011, 01:59 PM	#15
SkinsLove24/7 Special Teams Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Bowie, MD Age: 37 Posts: 423	Re: Clinton Portis appreciation thread It's amazing to see the burst of speed Portis had on his 64-yarder. His legs look so fresh. It's amazing what a couple 300+ carry seasons can do to a player.

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