Portis article on ESPN "in"

[MTK]

I really don't agree that Portis can't succeed with the counter.

The counter will get him into the open field where he can let his quickness and moves take over, problem is right now he's not getting into the open field.

Ahman Green is a great example that you don't need to be a 'power back' to succeed with the counter.

The counter requires patience and vision where in Denver Portis was able to rely more on making a quick read and cutting, it's based more on instinctive running while this offense is obviously taking some getting used to.