Mason v. Rock

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by jamf

also, There is no way we go into the season with one backup Offensive Tackle.

I know. I accounted for the fact that Fabini played tackle for most of his career as well as the fact that the team is currently giving Rhinehart reps at T.


Zorn indicated that Rinehart could "be a factor" this year because of his versatility. He could back up at both guard and tackle positions.
"I wish we could keep at one position," Zorn said. "For a rookie to come in and play both positions and do decently, we're pretty excited about that."

So with that you have 5 possible tackles dressing up on gameday. 4 Guards and 1.5 Centers which is why you have Crummey on the practice squad.

My predictions might not be the most accurate but they do have some substance to them

[That Guy]

cut betts keep mason?

crack pipe - down.

rob jackson probably wouldn't last too long on the open market either.

[hesscl34]

Originally Posted by mmil12

After watching the first preseason game Mason looked much better then Rock. This has been the story for the past two preseasons. If the redskins only go with 3 backs on the open day roster does Mason have a shot given all the extras that Rock brings to the team? Thoughts?

I'm biased... my cousin is good friends with him from Prep. However, I DO think he is awesome and deserves a shot.

[MTK]

I don't see Mason beating out Rock. The only way I see Mason making the team is if someone in front of him gets hurt.

By the way PS players can be signed away from other teams as long as they are signed to that team's active roster.

[freddyg12]

Originally Posted by Beemnseven

No way they keep six wideouts -- there'll be five at most, and then one would be inactive every week. I believe the rule of thumb is to keep 9 or 10 offensive linemen. That means Mix is gone, unless he can unseat Thrash. I don't see that happening.

Nemo can't be on the practice squad anymore since this is his third year.

I think they'll also need one more fullback behind Sellers. That makes Mason the odd man out.

Sure about that? I haven't looked at all the position scenarios, but I've thought all along that they might make it work to keep 6 wr's for 3 reasons:
1) injuries; we're already seeing the hamstring problems & it's a position that has frequent injury problems & has been in the past (Moss)
2) Both Mix & Thrash play spec teams & play it well. Don't know if they'd have the #4 wr play teams, but that would make it even more feasible to keep 6.
3) Solid Depth; the potential of all these wideouts combined w/Thrash's value to the team might allow them to keep 6. Zorn is an offensive guy too.

[MTK]

Mason was solid but keep in mind he broke a few long runs late in the game when the super scrubs were in. I thought Rock ran well too but the holes just weren't there at times. That's what happens when you're juggling guys in and out on the OL.

[skinsnut]

Mason is good enough to keep on the roster, no doubt.
They need to find a way to keep him.

Perhaps they should have him trying to return kicks or punts or something.
Keep in mind that Mason did very well with the draws that Zorn was calling...he is quicker than Rock for our new offense.
Rock is old school Gibbs....yes he's decent, but Mason fits the scheme better...kinda like a poor man's westbrook....
If he catches well...something we don't know yet....he could actually be a viable 3rd and long back...I just don't see Rock in that situation.

Rock cannot be cut...he is a must keep with special teams and a key team player...kinda like a Thrash...only younger...so that means to keep Mason, he must be able to play teams....
It is entirely possible if Mason returns kicks well with Rock, that may eliminate the need for Thrash....I'd keep my eye on this

[dmek25]

if Mix shows anything, Thrash is gone. i dont understand all the man love for him. and , barring injury, Mason is gone too. just cant beat out Cartwright. but i am not saying Mason cant play in this league. i thought he ran well

[hail_2_da_skins]

Competition is good. Mason looks like a better runner, especially for this scheme. Rock has proven himself as a standout special teams player. This is going to be a tough choice the Redskins staff. Lets just see how it plays out the next four weeks. Injuries seems to solve these problems.

In regard to the battle for punter, I think Brooks is already the winner. The kid can boom them. I don't care if he cannot hold for the place kicker, that's what backup quarterbacks are for. Having a backup quarterback as holder opens up fake kicks.

[WillH]

There is no way you take CP out on third and long . . . so Mason is no help there.

We kept Rock for a reason, he is our ST.

I like Betts alright, but two years ago anyone could have been running through the holes our OL was creating. If we could get anything of value for him Id be all for it, but I doubt we would.

So Mason really is overkill. I love the way the guy runs, but we really dont NEED him, he would just be a luxury. Hopefully we can keep him for another season on PS and see what to do from there.

P.S. Thrash gets love because he has been a fairly consistent possession receiver in the NFC East for several years. No he is not a Super Star but he makes the clutch catches often.

[PennSkinsFan]

I wouldn't mind seeing if Mason can return kicks as well.

[EternalEnigma21]

yeah, i think the better competition is mix/thrash. there's two guys who both contribute well to special teams. thrash seems more dependable in the passing game, but we haven't seen mix in the mix that much, so who knows.

[mmil12]

If you go to redskins.com the question is posed to Zorn if he is going to keep 4 backs specifically Mason making the team. Zorn, sounded optimistic that he would make the team. However, he was very politically correct in not saying yes or saying no. However, he really seems to like mason and his ability. When we get to 53, I think we are going to see a few surprise cuts.

[SBXVII]

I'm sorry for possibly repeating what others may have said but I sorta got the feeling Rock was being given a chance to show case what he can do other then play special teams. I also kinda got the feeling Zorn was testing other kick returners to see if any would be a good fill in for Rock.

I'll agree that Rock is a good return man but if you need depth at other positions then someone has to go and I think Zorn was trying several things that night. I honestly felt Mason out played Rock completely. Rock did nothing other then look like a scared RB being chased all over the field. Atleast Mason would find a whole and run it through. I don't know what Zorn may or may not have said but I got the feeling that Sun. was a test for Rock and if Zorn can find someone who can be a kick returner and play another position...ie; WR, S, or RB that can do the job as well as Rock then Rock may be gone.

I know some have said to me that we kept Westbrook yrs ago and have kept Rock for yrs but keep in mind that was how Gibbs ran things. and maybe Norv but the others used him as a 3rd back/kick returner. I don't think he's all that great at being a RB but is awsome at being a KR.

again sorry if someone has inside info and have been told we will keep 4 and sorry for not reading all the discussion.

[redskins5044]

there is no way mason will stay on the practice squad. if we put him on it some other team will scoop him up in a heartbeat. i like mason i think he needs to be on our roster.