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Old 05-29-2009, 01:19 PM   #1
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Re: Skins Sign O-Lineman Mike Williams

looks like the RT spot just got a lil thinner. jansen has been cut saving 900k . . .i really like jansen, stuck up for ramsey played with 2 broken hands . . . man was a hog but time and injuries take their toll . .

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Old 06-02-2009, 01:20 AM   #2
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Re: Skins Sign O-Lineman Mike Williams

I'm rooting for M.Williams to work out. I love following his weight loss and his work-ethic. Seems like a nice guy. But I was just reading up about him to see why a #4 pick went jobless. It's probably posted before, but here is a good article from April to remind us about his ankle and chronic back problems which sidelined him, missing 3-5 games each season. I'd hate to get our hopes up too much, and pin our season on his back.. Let's hope Heyer and possibly Bridges can both bring starter-caliber talent to the table.

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"[Mike William's] second year was marred by an ankle injury that hobbled him for most of the season, forcing him to miss three games. He skipped voluntary mini-camps in 2004 for "personal reasons" and was fined for an unexcused absence in training camp. He started only five of the nine games he played before he was sidelined by a back injury during his final season, losing his job to a converted tight end."
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"I don't know if he can be considered the biggest bust in Bills history, but he's close," John Murphy, the Bills radio analyst during Williams' tenure, said the other day over the telephone.

Williams signed to play with the Jacksonville Jaguars but spent the 2006 season on injured reserve with a bad back. The Oakland Raiders showed interest in signing him for 2007 but the back ached too much. He could no longer bend over. There was surgery for a herniated disk. His NFL career appeared over.
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Old 06-02-2009, 07:59 AM   #3
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Re: Skins Sign O-Lineman Mike Williams

Good article on his diet here

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Old 06-05-2009, 01:03 AM   #4
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Good article on his diet here

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Like it or not this is going to be our starting RT. Personally I love his story. Would be interesting to see how much weight Redskin fans loose compared to other teams this season. Either way wouldn't be surprised to see a fan get motivated by Big Mikes progress.
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Old 06-05-2009, 01:08 AM   #5
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Like it or not this is going to be our starting RT. Personally I love his story. Would be interesting to see how much weight Redskin fans loose compared to other teams this season. Either way wouldn't be surprised to see a fan get motivated by Big Mikes progress.
You never know with injuries(I hope not) or lack of production. I just want him to ball, and he might come in useful.
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Old 06-05-2009, 01:11 AM   #6
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Haha, that doesn't mean he is into him or anything. Have you been under a rock? We signed M.Williams and we need him to lose a ton of weight to play on our O-line. Yes the same o-line which sucked donkey d*** all of last season.

Williams was once a 1st round pick and now gets injuries because of his weight, therefore as any fan who is following a player's development would follow Williams weight, as that is the primary factor determines Williams ability to contribute to our line.

William contributes->we have a better chance to protect JC->JC throws TDs->we make the playoffs.


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Like it or not this is going to be our starting RT. Personally I love his story. Would be interesting to see how much weight Redskin fans loose compared to other teams this season. Either way wouldn't be surprised to see a fan get motivated by Big Mikes progress.
Although not necessarily motivated by Mike Williams, I've lost 33 lbs. But I'm definitely rooting for him.
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Old 06-05-2009, 07:38 AM   #7
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Re: Skins Sign O-Lineman Mike Williams

Williams was often injured in Jacksonville, does anyone know if u was a RT or LT there ??

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Old 06-06-2009, 02:50 AM   #8
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Re: Skins Sign O-Lineman Mike Williams

... You've obviously missed the point ...

If Williams doesnt lose the weight he likely doesnt start let alone play. Therefore his weight is pretty much the only thing to follow at this point. We've already been told his footwork is excellent for his size, so why wouldnt we be rooting for him to lose the weight that would allow him to play at the highest level possible.
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Old 06-06-2009, 05:44 PM   #9
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Re: Skins Sign O-Lineman Mike Williams

That's pretty good Ruhskins.
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Old 06-08-2009, 09:44 AM   #10
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Re: Skins Sign O-Lineman Mike Williams

Looking pretty good for 385

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Old 06-08-2009, 10:06 PM   #11
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Looking pretty good for 385

im probably the build of the other guy. M Williams arms are probably larger than my torso...
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^ If he doesn't start at RT, use him as a fullback on the goal line.
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Old 06-08-2009, 02:18 PM   #13
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Re: Skins Sign O-Lineman Mike Williams

according to the dc bog, looks like he still is working on playing with all of that weight. sounds minor, but all the same...

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Old 06-08-2009, 10:56 PM   #14
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Re: Skins Sign O-Lineman Mike Williams

Williams injured his knee a bit today...it sounds like he just fell down. We'll see how this goes.

-- WILLIAMS INJURED

Mike Williams suffered what appeared to be a knee injury during Monday’s OTA practice.

“He went to the ground one time on a block and jammed his knee into the ground,” Jim Zorn said. “It was just sore.”

Williams has been seeing increased action during OTAs as he continues to reduce his weight to under 380 pounds.

Added Zorn: “It was a lot of beef to put on the ground so suddenly. We just took him off the field. I think he’s going to be fine.”
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Old 06-11-2009, 02:54 PM   #15
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Re: Skins Sign O-Lineman Mike Williams

I have been waiting for an update on Williams knee and have heard nothing. Anyone have an update
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