Ganther likely to start vs Oakland and other notes from Sherm Smith interview

30gut · 12-10-2009, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by SmootSmack

I thought I heard that Rock told Zorn and Danny Smith that if he's not starting he would rather just play special teams.

Anyway, Rock fails to realize that the Redskins took advantage of Campbell's hot hand and the weaknesses in the Saints secondary. Meanwhile Rock had three carries for like 1 yard in the first half if I remember right. Ganther had two for 10 yards.

New Orleans Saints vs Washington Redskins
12/6/2009 at FedExField
First Half Summary
Q.Ganther 3 21 7.0 13 0
R.Cartwright 5 20 4.0 16 0

mlmdub130 · 12-10-2009, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by 30gut

New Orleans Saints vs Washington Redskins
12/6/2009 at FedExField
First Half Summary
Q.Ganther 3 21 7.0 13 0
R.Cartwright 5 20 4.0 16 0

pretty identicle, but ganther has the edge on pass blocking, the more i hear about this it seems like it is somthing rock might be blowing out of proportion. from everything i've heard it's that ganther will get "the first carry" nothing along the lines of ganther will play and rock won't.

SolidSnake84 · 12-10-2009, 06:57 PM

I like Rock a whole lot, but sadly i feel like he's too old for them to give him the chance to be feature back now. I mean Portis may never play for us again, and you'd think Rock gets his chance with Betts being gone, but you never know.

What it's gonna come down to is who has the better game between Rock and Quinton.

Paintrain · 12-10-2009, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Eknox

If so please let it be CJ Spiller he's a beast.

I'm not for us drafting a RB in the 1st or 2nd rounds but I'd LOVE to see Spiller in a Redskins uni.

mlmdub130 · 12-10-2009, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Paintrain

I'm not for us drafting a RB in the 1st or 2nd rounds but I'd LOVE to see Spiller in a Redskins uni.

have you seen noel devine? i think he'll be equal to spilller but available in the 4th/5th round

Questfor31 · 12-10-2009, 10:09 PM

I've picked up Ganther for fantasy football. Looking to start the guy at the flex position. Saw his six yards per carry average and thought it was a good idea ... until I started reading this thread that is.

Monkeydad · 12-11-2009, 02:10 PM

I was thinking this morning...perhaps the reason for Ganther getting the start has MORE to do with Devin Thomas becoming our top WR now and going foward than it does the performances of Rock and Quinton.

Obviously, we're not going to risk our top WR on kickoff duties, so Rock was placed back on KOs which increased his workload, so by default, Ganther became the starting RB.

SmootSmack · 12-11-2009, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Buster

I was thinking this morning...perhaps the reason for Ganther getting the start has MORE to do with Devin Thomas becoming our top WR now and going foward than it does the performances of Rock and Quinton.

Obviously, we're not going to risk our top WR on kickoff duties, so Rock was placed back on KOs which increased his workload, so by default, Ganther became the starting RB.

Rock's not even starting at KR from what I understand

PennSkinsFan · 12-11-2009, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Paintrain

I'm not for us drafting a RB in the 1st or 2nd rounds but I'd LOVE to see Spiller in a Redskins uni.

Agreed. Unfortunately I think we will take a QB, but I would love to see the Redskins trade down and pick up additional picks and go offensive line. What about UT running back Montario Hardesty? he may fall to second or third round?

Monkeydad · 12-11-2009, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Rock's not even starting at KR from what I understand

Rock Cartwright

According to these sources, he is.

New start for Redskins' Ganther - Washington Times

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Cartwright asked special teams coach Danny Smith to return him to full-time special teams duty now that he's a backup on offense again.

SmootSmack · 12-11-2009, 03:20 PM

Yeah that's what he wants, but I don't think that's what's going to happen. If I can find any link I'll post it

Monkeydad · 12-11-2009, 03:25 PM

Could be a wait-and-see for us...we never know who's returning anyways...always a lot of rumors and possibilities, but ARE still gets shots along with DT, Moss, Hall, Rock...

Our bigger concern is...do we have anyone that can play fullback? Will be have to use Rock and Ganther on the field together? Yoder at FB? We've lost Sellers and his unused backup.

SmootSmack · 12-11-2009, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Buster

Could be a wait-and-see for us...we never know who's returning anyways...always a lot of rumors and possibilities, but ARE still gets shots along with DT, Moss, Hall, Rock...

Our bigger concern is...do we have anyone that can play fullback? Will be have to use Rock and Ganther on the field together? Yoder at FB? We've lost Sellers and his unused backup.

I think Yoder will be the fullback for now.

Anyway, here you go

*WR Devin Thomas, not RB Rock Cartwright, will field the first kickoff against Oakland on Sunday, Zorn said. Cartwright had hoped to return to being the No. 1 kickoff returner after losing his starting running back spot. Cartwright still could return a kickoff or two.

Fredericksburg.com - Blogs: Rich Campbell - Thursday quick hits

mlmdub130 · 12-11-2009, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by SmootSmack

I think Yoder will be the fullback for now.

Anyway, here you go

*WR Devin Thomas, not RB Rock Cartwright, will field the first kickoff against Oakland on Sunday, Zorn said. Cartwright had hoped to return to being the No. 1 kickoff returner after losing his starting running back spot. Cartwright still could return a kickoff or two.

Fredericksburg.com - Blogs: Rich Campbell - Thursday quick hits

zorn seem to always says take the first snap, not start. i think rock and ganther will split carries and i doubt rock will be back on any kickoffs, atleast thats what i hope

mlmdub130 · 12-11-2009, 03:44 PM

*MLB London Fletcher was named the Redskins' representative to the USA Football/NFLPA All-Fundamentals team for his expertise in angle tackling

^nice

12-10-2009, 06:57 PM	#48
SolidSnake84 Playmaker Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Stephens City, VA Posts: 2,947	Re: Ganther likely to start vs Oakland and other notes from Sherm Smith interview I like Rock a whole lot, but sadly i feel like he's too old for them to give him the chance to be feature back now. I mean Portis may never play for us again, and you'd think Rock gets his chance with Betts being gone, but you never know. What it's gonna come down to is who has the better game between Rock and Quinton. __________________ Time to nut up or shut up

12-10-2009, 10:09 PM	#51
Questfor31 Camp Scrub Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 32	Re: Ganther likely to start vs Oakland and other notes from Sherm Smith interview I've picked up Ganther for fantasy football. Looking to start the guy at the flex position. Saw his six yards per carry average and thought it was a good idea ... until I started reading this thread that is. __________________ Questfor31 My journey to visit all 31 NFL stadiums NFL Stadium Reviews - Buffalo Bills Fan Check out my visit to FedEx Field at: http://www.nflfootballstadiums.com/FedEx-Field.htm

12-11-2009, 02:10 PM	#52
Monkeydad Living Legend Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Age: 45 Posts: 17,460	Re: Ganther likely to start vs Oakland and other notes from Sherm Smith interview I was thinking this morning...perhaps the reason for Ganther getting the start has MORE to do with Devin Thomas becoming our top WR now and going foward than it does the performances of Rock and Quinton. Obviously, we're not going to risk our top WR on kickoff duties, so Rock was placed back on KOs which increased his workload, so by default, Ganther became the starting RB. __________________ Not sent from a Droid, iPhone, Blackberry or toaster

12-11-2009, 03:20 PM	#56
SmootSmack Uncle Phil Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 45,256	Re: Ganther likely to start vs Oakland and other notes from Sherm Smith interview Yeah that's what he wants, but I don't think that's what's going to happen. If I can find any link I'll post it __________________ You're So Vain...You Probably Think This Sig Is About You

12-11-2009, 03:25 PM	#57
Monkeydad Living Legend Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Age: 45 Posts: 17,460	Re: Ganther likely to start vs Oakland and other notes from Sherm Smith interview Could be a wait-and-see for us...we never know who's returning anyways...always a lot of rumors and possibilities, but ARE still gets shots along with DT, Moss, Hall, Rock... Our bigger concern is...do we have anyone that can play fullback? Will be have to use Rock and Ganther on the field together? Yoder at FB? We've lost Sellers and his unused backup. __________________ Not sent from a Droid, iPhone, Blackberry or toaster

12-11-2009, 03:44 PM	#60
mlmdub130 Playmaker Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Woodbridge, VA Age: 41 Posts: 3,238	Re: Ganther likely to start vs Oakland and other notes from Sherm Smith interview *MLB London Fletcher was named the Redskins' representative to the USA Football/NFLPA All-Fundamentals team for his expertise in angle tackling ^nice __________________ "I don't think anybody should have regrets, especially me, ... You don't regret what you do in your life. If you do it, you do it for a reason." ST21

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