Redskins MVP through 8 games?

Ruhskins · 10-27-2008, 11:24 PM

As it's been said, Portis can easily be league MVP, and Horton (if he keeps it up) can be Defensive Rookie of the Year.

Schneed10 · 10-28-2008, 10:40 AM

It's a no brainer when you have a player who leads the league in rushing, and the next-best out there is 260 yards behind him.

Portis.

GTripp0012 · 10-28-2008, 10:49 AM

Maybe once this year would I say Portis was the MVP of a certain game. However, given the varying play of the rest of the team over the season, Portis has been the biggest single reason that this team is 6-2, so he gets my vote.

irish · 10-28-2008, 10:50 AM

Its gotta be CP. He is running hard and fast which is taking the pressure off JC to feel he need to win the game by himself.

GTripp0012 · 10-28-2008, 10:53 AM

One of the biggest reasons that Campbell has yet to be picked off, is that at no point in the last seven games have the Redskins been in a must-throw situation. Think about that. An entire half-season, and at no point in those games did the Redskins have to abandon the run.

skinsnut · 10-28-2008, 11:22 AM

I voted Campbell...why?
Well, at the beginning of the year, everyone knew Portis and our line should be good.
What no one knew was how would Campbell do.
Most predicted he would struggle early.

Last year, Campbell was an Average QB.
Everyone said the Skins season depended on his development.....well, he developed...nicely...
He is now a GOOD QB, arguably on the edge of pro-bowl consideration.

Why is Portis getting so many yards? many reasons...of course his ability, training and oline are huge....but....if there is no passing threat such as prior years with Brunell, early Campbell, etc., defenses key on him and keep him in check...ya know 8-9 in the box.

Zorn and Campbell have done a good job in the passing game to keep defenses honest.
This removes an extra defender against the run and THAT is a HUGE ADVANTAGE in the running game that we didn't have in prior years.....

So, I say, Campbell is a big reason for Portis' success.
Portis was good before, and he still is.
But Campbell is vastly improved and the team rides on his shoulders.
So I am taking the more controversial pick with Campbell.
(though I can be easiliy swayed by all your excellent points on Portis)

maroonandgold · 10-28-2008, 02:12 PM

clinton portis defnitrly is so far but i am surprised that cooley wasn't mentioned.GO REDSKINS!

GhettoDogAllStars · 10-28-2008, 02:16 PM

Campbell is BY FAR the most valuable player on this team. He plays at the most demanding position, and he hasn't thrown an interception. That is far more valuable than what CP has done, IMO.

Hog1 · 10-28-2008, 02:25 PM

TOUGH!!! It is a warrior like effort on several fronts.......but you cannot make the case anywhere else other than CP

SmootSmack · 10-28-2008, 05:10 PM

From ESPN the Magazine

You want a midseason MVP? I'll take the guy on one knee. Clinton Portis does that often, you know. He rests every chance he gets. It has become a humorous point for his Washington Redskins teammates, who notice that during a fourth-quarter timeout or two-minute warning, Portis is down on bended knee, catching his breath.

ESPN - Rest assured, Portis has been the MVP so far - NFL

SouperMeister · 10-28-2008, 05:26 PM

I agree that Portis is the Redskins AND the League MVP at the midway point.

jgalecpa · 10-28-2008, 09:40 PM

With Portis leading in the race for League MVP, I can't vote against him for team MVP.

His legs in the first quarter could be the most valuable appendages in all Football this year.

THAT BEING SAID:

London Fletcher is a beast.

He had a game ending tackle last week and has given the D real, honest to god leadership.

Honestly, though, who could imagine we would be so fortunate to be able to have this discussion?

How many pro-bowl caliber people are on this team? It is off the hook.

I was on the Season ticket list for 15 years.

I've had season tickets for seven years now.

I've got one one last thought:

FINALLY!

J-Dawg

Redskins_P · 10-28-2008, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

From ESPN the Magazine

You want a midseason MVP? I'll take the guy on one knee. Clinton Portis does that often, you know. He rests every chance he gets. It has become a humorous point for his Washington Redskins teammates, who notice that during a fourth-quarter timeout or two-minute warning, Portis is down on bended knee, catching his breath.

ESPN - Rest assured, Portis has been the MVP so far - NFL

Thanks for link SS. Thats a great read.

troy · 10-29-2008, 08:11 PM

it's hard to vote for only one redskin. but i had to go with portis. moss is having a great year. but i have to say i'm sorry to jason campbell. i stated that we would be under .500 with him taking the snaps this year. WOW!!! i was wrong!!! no interceptions in over 230 pass attempts, making good decisions with the ball. jc has turned the corner. and the entire defence reminds me of the capitol defence in the early 90's the offence is making play's...HAIL TO THE REDSKINS!!!

JLW428 · 10-30-2008, 12:24 PM

Gotta say Portis, but a large part of games are put in the hands of the QB. For that reason Campbell is a very close second.

View Poll Results: Redskins MVP through 8 games?
Campbell	24	11.11%
Portis	166	76.85%
Moss	3	1.39%
Rogers	5	2.31%
Fletcher	18	8.33%
other	0	0%
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10-27-2008, 11:24 PM	#16
Ruhskins Living Legend Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 22,331	Re: Redskins MVP through 8 games? As it's been said, Portis can easily be league MVP, and Horton (if he keeps it up) can be Defensive Rookie of the Year. __________________ R.I.P. #21

10-28-2008, 10:40 AM	#17
Schneed10 A Dude Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Newtown Square, PA Age: 45 Posts: 12,421	Re: Redskins MVP through 8 games? It's a no brainer when you have a player who leads the league in rushing, and the next-best out there is 260 yards behind him. Portis. __________________ God made certain people to play football. He was one of them.

10-28-2008, 10:49 AM	#18
GTripp0012 Living Legend Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Evanston, IL Age: 36 Posts: 15,994	Re: Redskins MVP through 8 games? Maybe once this year would I say Portis was the MVP of a certain game. However, given the varying play of the rest of the team over the season, Portis has been the biggest single reason that this team is 6-2, so he gets my vote. __________________ according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

10-28-2008, 10:50 AM	#19
irish Playmaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 4,575	Re: Redskins MVP through 8 games? Its gotta be CP. He is running hard and fast which is taking the pressure off JC to feel he need to win the game by himself.

10-28-2008, 10:53 AM	#20
GTripp0012 Living Legend Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Evanston, IL Age: 36 Posts: 15,994	Re: Redskins MVP through 8 games? One of the biggest reasons that Campbell has yet to be picked off, is that at no point in the last seven games have the Redskins been in a must-throw situation. Think about that. An entire half-season, and at no point in those games did the Redskins have to abandon the run. __________________ according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

10-28-2008, 11:22 AM	#21
skinsnut Playmaker Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,899	Re: Redskins MVP through 8 games? I voted Campbell...why? Well, at the beginning of the year, everyone knew Portis and our line should be good. What no one knew was how would Campbell do. Most predicted he would struggle early. Last year, Campbell was an Average QB. Everyone said the Skins season depended on his development.....well, he developed...nicely... He is now a GOOD QB, arguably on the edge of pro-bowl consideration. Why is Portis getting so many yards? many reasons...of course his ability, training and oline are huge....but....if there is no passing threat such as prior years with Brunell, early Campbell, etc., defenses key on him and keep him in check...ya know 8-9 in the box. Zorn and Campbell have done a good job in the passing game to keep defenses honest. This removes an extra defender against the run and THAT is a HUGE ADVANTAGE in the running game that we didn't have in prior years..... So, I say, Campbell is a big reason for Portis' success. Portis was good before, and he still is. But Campbell is vastly improved and the team rides on his shoulders. So I am taking the more controversial pick with Campbell. (though I can be easiliy swayed by all your excellent points on Portis) __________________ I hate Dallas...Period

10-28-2008, 02:12 PM	#22
maroonandgold Camp Scrub Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 10	Re: Redskins MVP through 8 games? clinton portis defnitrly is so far but i am surprised that cooley wasn't mentioned.GO REDSKINS!

10-28-2008, 02:16 PM	#23
GhettoDogAllStars Playmaker Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Denver Age: 42 Posts: 2,762	Re: Redskins MVP through 8 games? Campbell is BY FAR the most valuable player on this team. He plays at the most demanding position, and he hasn't thrown an interception. That is far more valuable than what CP has done, IMO. __________________ To succeed in the world it is not enough to be stupid, you must also be well-mannered.

10-28-2008, 02:25 PM	#24
Hog1 Quietly Dominating the East Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Naples, Florida Posts: 10,675	Re: Redskins MVP through 8 games? TOUGH!!! It is a warrior like effort on several fronts.......but you cannot make the case anywhere else other than CP __________________ Goodbye Sean..........Vaya Con Dios thankyou Joe....... *“God made certain people to play football. He was one of them.” – Joe Gibbs*

10-28-2008, 05:10 PM	#25
SmootSmack Uncle Phil Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 45,256	Re: Redskins MVP through 8 games? From ESPN the Magazine You want a midseason MVP? I'll take the guy on one knee. Clinton Portis does that often, you know. He rests every chance he gets. It has become a humorous point for his Washington Redskins teammates, who notice that during a fourth-quarter timeout or two-minute warning, Portis is down on bended knee, catching his breath. ESPN - Rest assured, Portis has been the MVP so far - NFL __________________ You're So Vain...You Probably Think This Sig Is About You

10-28-2008, 05:26 PM	#26
SouperMeister Playmaker Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Leesburg, VA Age: 60 Posts: 3,419	Re: Redskins MVP through 8 games? I agree that Portis is the Redskins AND the League MVP at the midway point.

10-28-2008, 09:40 PM	#27
jgalecpa Special Teams Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 458	Re: Redskins MVP through 8 games? With Portis leading in the race for League MVP, I can't vote against him for team MVP. His legs in the first quarter could be the most valuable appendages in all Football this year. THAT BEING SAID: London Fletcher is a beast. He had a game ending tackle last week and has given the D real, honest to god leadership. Honestly, though, who could imagine we would be so fortunate to be able to have this discussion? How many pro-bowl caliber people are on this team? It is off the hook. I was on the Season ticket list for 15 years. I've had season tickets for seven years now. I've got one one last thought: FINALLY! J-Dawg __________________ Theismann: You're wrong, the rule is wrong, the refs are wrong, and I'm right

10-29-2008, 08:11 PM	#29
troy Camp Scrub Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: riverdale heights, maryland Age: 52 Posts: 38	Re: Redskins MVP through 8 games? it's hard to vote for only one redskin. but i had to go with portis. moss is having a great year. but i have to say i'm sorry to jason campbell. i stated that we would be under .500 with him taking the snaps this year. WOW!!! i was wrong!!! no interceptions in over 230 pass attempts, making good decisions with the ball. jc has turned the corner. and the entire defence reminds me of the capitol defence in the early 90's the offence is making play's...HAIL TO THE REDSKINS!!!

10-30-2008, 12:24 PM	#30
JLW428 Special Teams Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Rockville, MD Posts: 422	Re: Redskins MVP through 8 games? Gotta say Portis, but a large part of games are put in the hands of the QB. For that reason Campbell is a very close second.

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