Congrats to Roy Helu (Redskins rookie record)

skinsfaninok · 12-13-2011, 02:59 PM

Roy Helu becomes first Redskins rookie with three straight 100-yard games - The Insider - The Washington Post

I think a Redskins Rookie record deserves it's on thread. Roy Helu is the first rookie RB in franchise history to rush for 3 straight 100 yard games, this is a traditionally good RB franchise, so lets hope Roy becomes our STAR we have been craving for!

“It’s pretty cool,” Helu said. “All credit to the linemen. They did pretty great.”

Stand up kind of guy and a TEAM player, I like him more and more.

Helu, though, was typically critical of himself afterward.
“I need to work on a whole bunch of stuff, being disciplined in pass protection while running and accelerating my feet on contact,” Helu said. “I think today I can definitely look at some game film and improve.”

Roy Helu remains a bright spot in Redskins’ dismal season - The Washington Post

“I don’t think Helu even has a television. He didn’t get a computer until very late, if he even has Internet access,” said linebacker London Fletcher, chuckling approvingly. “It seems like he never leaves the facility [Redskins Park]. That’s rare for a young man. I appreciate the way he takes care of his body first and stays on top of his job before anything else.

natesurfn · 12-13-2011, 03:44 PM

This guy is awesome I mean who wouldn't want to block for Helu? This is one running back that gives all the credit to his FB's and OL's. Hopefully we've only scratched the surface with him.

MTK · 12-13-2011, 03:50 PM

It's hard to not really like this kid. He's humble, he works hard, and he let's his play talk for him. He's got a really bright future.

GTripp0012 · 12-13-2011, 03:50 PM

Helu is maybe a bit of a darkhorse for this years offensive MVP with Davis and Williams on the shelf. And unlike last year, that wouldn't be a cheapy award given to Santana Moss because, "well, I guess he didn't disappoint me too bad."

Lotus · 12-13-2011, 03:57 PM

It is a thing of beauty when Helu plants his foot and accelerates through the hole.

skinsfaninok · 12-13-2011, 03:58 PM

Yeah I'd give the MVP award to Roy, would have been a split with Fred and Trent but they are clowns so All hail to Helu

skinsfaninok · 12-13-2011, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Lotus

It is a thing of beauty when Helu plants his foot and accelerates through the hole.

he looks like Matt Forte but faster Agree?

GTripp0012 · 12-13-2011, 04:02 PM

He compares favorably to Forte when Forte was a rookie. But I think if he had Forte's smoothness and elusiveness and ability to be great in the open field, he would have gone higher than he did.

Helu can create yards where there appear to be none and as long as he can do that, he will be a viable runner in the NFL. I wouldn't call his vision superb, but after watching Ryan Torain mistake the water cooler on the sideline for the goalpost for two seasons, I can live with the occasional missed hole.

SmootSmack · 12-13-2011, 04:04 PM

Roy is awesome...but I'm not sleeping on Royster either

skinsfaninok · 12-13-2011, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Roy is awesome...but I'm not sleeping on Royster either

Dynamic duo? ROY-STER lol

skinsfaninok · 12-13-2011, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by GTripp0012

He compares favorably to Forte when Forte was a rookie. But I think if he had Forte's smoothness and elusiveness and ability to be great in the open field, he would have gone higher than he did.

Helu can create yards where there appear to be none and as long as he can do that, he will be a viable runner in the NFL. I wouldn't call his vision superb, but after watching Ryan Torain mistake the water cooler on the sideline for the goalpost for two seasons, I can live with the occasional missed hole.

This

Lotus · 12-13-2011, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by skinsfaninok

he looks like Matt Forte but faster Agree?

Agreed. And I predict that he will get stronger in the offseason so that next year he exceeds Forte in tackle-breaking ability.

freddyg12 · 12-13-2011, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Roy is awesome...but I'm not sleeping on Royster either

I was actually quite shocked at Royster's burst on sunday. Maybe it's simply confidence & making the read quicker, in the preseason he looked slow even against guys that couldn't make a roster.

Ruhskins · 12-13-2011, 04:22 PM

In related news, Kyle Shanahan will make sure we don't see a repeat of this again next week, as we will pass it 50 times. LOL. I kid of course, congrats to Helu. I think between him and Royster, we finally have the two-headed RB attack we've been coveting.

The Goat · 12-13-2011, 05:01 PM

Still waiting on that Helu avatar.

Royster did look pretty good too. Maybe, just maybe, we're pretty well set at RB

12-13-2011, 02:59 PM	#1
skinsfaninok Warpath Hall of Fame Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: UNITED STATES Age: 37 Posts: 35,999	Congrats to Roy Helu (Redskins rookie record) Roy Helu becomes first Redskins rookie with three straight 100-yard games - The Insider - The Washington Post I think a Redskins Rookie record deserves it's on thread. Roy Helu is the first rookie RB in franchise history to rush for 3 straight 100 yard games, this is a traditionally good RB franchise, so lets hope Roy becomes our STAR we have been craving for! “It’s pretty cool,” Helu said. “All credit to the linemen. They did pretty great.” Stand up kind of guy and a TEAM player, I like him more and more. Helu, though, was typically critical of himself afterward. “I need to work on a whole bunch of stuff, being disciplined in pass protection while running and accelerating my feet on contact,” Helu said. “I think today I can definitely look at some game film and improve.” Roy Helu remains a bright spot in Redskins’ dismal season - The Washington Post “I don’t think Helu even has a television. He didn’t get a computer until very late, if he even has Internet access,” said linebacker London Fletcher, chuckling approvingly. “It seems like he never leaves the facility [Redskins Park]. That’s rare for a young man. I appreciate the way he takes care of his body first and stays on top of his job before anything else. __________________ “Mediocre people don’t like high achievers, and high achievers don’t like mediocre people.” ― Nick Saban

12-13-2011, 03:44 PM	#2
natesurfn Camp Scrub Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 81	Re: Congrats to Roy Helu (Redskins rookie record) This guy is awesome I mean who wouldn't want to block for Helu? This is one running back that gives all the credit to his FB's and OL's. Hopefully we've only scratched the surface with him. __________________ Bobby Three Sticks Wilmington, NC

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GTripp0012 Living Legend Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Evanston, IL Age: 36 Posts: 15,994	Re: Congrats to Roy Helu (Redskins rookie record) Helu is maybe a bit of a darkhorse for this years offensive MVP with Davis and Williams on the shelf. And unlike last year, that wouldn't be a cheapy award given to Santana Moss because, "well, I guess he didn't disappoint me too bad." __________________ according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

12-13-2011, 03:57 PM	#5
Lotus Fire Bruce NOW Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 11,434	Re: Congrats to Roy Helu (Redskins rookie record) It is a thing of beauty when Helu plants his foot and accelerates through the hole. __________________ Bruce Allen when in charge alone: 4-12 (.250) Bruce Allen's overall Redskins record : 28-52 (.350) Vinny Cerrato's record when in charge alone: 52-65 (.444) Vinny's overall Redskins record: 62-82 (.430) We won more with Vinny

12-13-2011, 03:58 PM	#6
skinsfaninok Warpath Hall of Fame Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: UNITED STATES Age: 37 Posts: 35,999	Re: Congrats to Roy Helu (Redskins rookie record) Yeah I'd give the MVP award to Roy, would have been a split with Fred and Trent but they are clowns so All hail to Helu __________________ “Mediocre people don’t like high achievers, and high achievers don’t like mediocre people.” ― Nick Saban

12-13-2011, 04:02 PM	#8
GTripp0012 Living Legend Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Evanston, IL Age: 36 Posts: 15,994	Re: Congrats to Roy Helu (Redskins rookie record) He compares favorably to Forte when Forte was a rookie. But I think if he had Forte's smoothness and elusiveness and ability to be great in the open field, he would have gone higher than he did. Helu can create yards where there appear to be none and as long as he can do that, he will be a viable runner in the NFL. I wouldn't call his vision superb, but after watching Ryan Torain mistake the water cooler on the sideline for the goalpost for two seasons, I can live with the occasional missed hole. __________________ according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

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SmootSmack Uncle Phil Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 45,256	Re: Congrats to Roy Helu (Redskins rookie record) Roy is awesome...but I'm not sleeping on Royster either __________________ You're So Vain...You Probably Think This Sig Is About You

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Ruhskins Living Legend Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 22,221	Re: Congrats to Roy Helu (Redskins rookie record) In related news, Kyle Shanahan will make sure we don't see a repeat of this again next week, as we will pass it 50 times. LOL. I kid of course, congrats to Helu. I think between him and Royster, we finally have the two-headed RB attack we've been coveting. __________________ R.I.P. #21

12-13-2011, 05:01 PM	#15
The Goat Pro Bowl Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 5,662	Re: Congrats to Roy Helu (Redskins rookie record) Still waiting on that Helu avatar. Royster did look pretty good too. Maybe, just maybe, we're pretty well set at RB __________________ 24-34

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