Chris Samuels about to Retire

12thMan · 10-23-2009, 07:30 PM

I definitely think Chris has been one of the more underappreciated Skins over the past decade.

He's been a warrior for us, that's for sure.

itvnetop · 10-23-2009, 07:34 PM

I think LT is probably the most important position on the offense. The fact we never had to worry about it is something pretty special with Chris. No LT ever gives 100% protection on every play- they're usually facing the D's best lineman. But Chris was one of the best in the league. It's going to be interesting to see how this position is going to be filled going forward.

tmandoug1 · 10-23-2009, 07:40 PM

Soo the final piece has fallen, the last brick or wall that we had or the last REDSKIN we had is now gone. SNYDER IS AN ASS. Thanks for the O-LINE, good thing you bought a d-linemen for 100000000. Stupid F---.

Chico23231 · 10-23-2009, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by SFREDSKIN

As weird as this sounds, the Thomas and Samuels career ending injuries are blessing in that it woke up the team and management about the real needs of this team. This was the biggest fear going into the season and yet nothing was done about it and then it did happen. Things happen for a reason.

Yep, time to rebuild. He was a great, great player.

Daseal · 10-23-2009, 07:44 PM

Yes, because Snyder is in charge of player acquisitions. Someone listens to a bit too much 106.7 -- Snyder hate radio. God I need to get my Sirius in my new car ASAP so I can stop listening to those 2nd rate "sports experts."

DBUCHANON101 · 10-23-2009, 07:51 PM

Sad day, we lost the one constant that we have had on the team for the past decade. Now we definately draft a OT in the 1st.

Defensewins · 10-23-2009, 08:00 PM

Great player and he will be missed. Hard to replace a Chris Samuels.
Ranks as third best all time LT for Skins behind Jacoby and Lachey,
Jacoby and Lachey were better run blockers than Samuels.
Still Samuels is an incredible player.
Skins got caught with their pants down with player personnel moves, in particular the O-Line. I hope DS makes the right move to get rid of Cerrato.

skinsfan_nn · 10-23-2009, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by tmandoug1

Soo the final piece has fallen, the last brick or wall that we had or the last REDSKIN we had is now gone. SNYDER IS AN ASS. Thanks for the O-LINE, good thing you bought a d-linemen for 100000000. Stupid F---.

Let me guess...this is Snyder's fault to that CS is out the rest of the season, and a educated guess would be he will retire?

As most know we need a solid O-Line, and the org. has turned there back on this aging group. Would you agree the primary function of the GM and Coaching Staff is to point out these areas of weakness and have them addressed.

On a side note, I certainly hope Levi can step up and play at a high level, right away.

MTK · 10-23-2009, 08:05 PM

This season just can't get any worse... can it?

Big props and a bigger thank you to #60 for his service.

Skinny Tee · 10-23-2009, 08:09 PM

Samuels' retirement decision up to four months away | ProFootballTalk.com

skinsfan_nn · 10-23-2009, 08:09 PM

Samuels' retirement decision up to four months away

Posted by Mike Florio on October 23, 2009 7:42 PM ET
In response to a report that Redskins left tackle Chris Samuels will retire due to a neck injury, we're told that a final decision is not expected for three or four months.

Samuels is being evaluated by Dr. Robert Watkins, a Southern California spine specialist whose NFL patients include former Chiefs running back Priest Holmes.

Samuels, we're told, has been experiencing numbness below the waist since injuring his neck two weeks ago.

Samuels was the third overall pick in the 2000 draft. He is under contract with the Redskins through 2011.

Defensewins · 10-23-2009, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by skinsfan_nn

Samuels' retirement decision up to four months away

Posted by Mike Florio on October 23, 2009 7:42 PM ET
In response to a report that Redskins left tackle Chris Samuels will retire due to a neck injury, we're told that a final decision is not expected for three or four months.

Samuels is being evaluated by Dr. Robert Watkins, a Southern California spine specialist whose NFL patients include former Chiefs running back Priest Holmes.

Samuels, we're told, has been experiencing numbness below the waist since injuring his neck two weeks ago.

Samuels was the third overall pick in the 2000 draft. He is under contract with the Redskins through 2011.

If I am reading the cap/release fee sheet correctly, if Samuels retires this offseason we will take a $14M cap hit. If there is a cap next year we are screwed with this one player situation.

saden1 · 10-23-2009, 08:19 PM

Smart decision on his part. Best of luck to him and his family.

CrazyCanuck · 10-23-2009, 08:23 PM

I'm actually happy to hear this. He should retire. No sense risking further injury with this sorry bunch.

A solid Skin for years and underappreciated by many, me included.

Defensewins · 10-23-2009, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by CrazyCanuck

I'm actually happy to hear this. He should retire. No sense risking further injury with this sorry bunch.

A solid Skin for years and underappreciated by many, me included.

Mr. Crazy Capologist of the great white North,
Is it a $14M cap hit next year if Samuels retires?

10-23-2009, 07:30 PM	#31
12thMan MVP Join Date: May 2005 Location: washington, D.C. Posts: 11,460	Re: Chris Samuels about to Retire I definitely think Chris has been one of the more underappreciated Skins over the past decade. He's been a warrior for us, that's for sure.

10-23-2009, 07:34 PM	#32
itvnetop Playmaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Los Angeles, CA Age: 47 Posts: 3,007	Re: Chris Samuels about to Retire I think LT is probably the most important position on the offense. The fact we never had to worry about it is something pretty special with Chris. No LT ever gives 100% protection on every play- they're usually facing the D's best lineman. But Chris was one of the best in the league. It's going to be interesting to see how this position is going to be filled going forward.

10-23-2009, 07:40 PM	#33
tmandoug1 Special Teams Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: West Palm Beach Posts: 394	Re: Chris Samuels about to Retire Soo the final piece has fallen, the last brick or wall that we had or the last REDSKIN we had is now gone. SNYDER IS AN ASS. Thanks for the O-LINE, good thing you bought a d-linemen for 100000000. Stupid F---.

10-23-2009, 07:44 PM	#35
Daseal Puppy Kicker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Arlington, Virginia Age: 41 Posts: 8,341	Re: Chris Samuels about to Retire Yes, because Snyder is in charge of player acquisitions. Someone listens to a bit too much 106.7 -- Snyder hate radio. God I need to get my Sirius in my new car ASAP so I can stop listening to those 2nd rate "sports experts." __________________ Best. Player. Available.

10-23-2009, 07:51 PM	#36
DBUCHANON101 The Starter Join Date: May 2009 Location: Louisiana Posts: 1,373	Re: Chris Samuels about to Retire Sad day, we lost the one constant that we have had on the team for the past decade. Now we definately draft a OT in the 1st. __________________ But there's booze in the blender. And soon it will render. That frozen concoction that helps me hang on.

10-23-2009, 08:00 PM	#37
Defensewins Playmaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 3,742	Re: Chris Samuels about to Retire Great player and he will be missed. Hard to replace a Chris Samuels. Ranks as third best all time LT for Skins behind Jacoby and Lachey, Jacoby and Lachey were better run blockers than Samuels. Still Samuels is an incredible player. Skins got caught with their pants down with player personnel moves, in particular the O-Line. I hope DS makes the right move to get rid of Cerrato.

10-23-2009, 08:05 PM	#39
MTK \m/ Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: NY Age: 51 Posts: 99,427	Re: Chris Samuels about to Retire This season just can't get any worse... can it? Big props and a bigger thank you to #60 for his service. __________________ Support The Warpath! \| Warpath Shop

10-23-2009, 08:09 PM	#40
Skinny Tee The Starter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Redskins Nation Posts: 1,715	Re: Chris Samuels about to Retire Samuels' retirement decision up to four months away \| ProFootballTalk.com __________________ Redskinsly, _________Skinny Tee_________

10-23-2009, 08:09 PM	#41
skinsfan_nn Playmaker Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Newport News,Virginia Age: 59 Posts: 4,495	Re: Chris Samuels about to Retire Samuels' retirement decision up to four months away Posted by Mike Florio on October 23, 2009 7:42 PM ET In response to a report that Redskins left tackle Chris Samuels will retire due to a neck injury, we're told that a final decision is not expected for three or four months. Samuels is being evaluated by Dr. Robert Watkins, a Southern California spine specialist whose NFL patients include former Chiefs running back Priest Holmes. Samuels, we're told, has been experiencing numbness below the waist since injuring his neck two weeks ago. Samuels was the third overall pick in the 2000 draft. He is under contract with the Redskins through 2011. __________________ "There's no greater feeling than moving a man from Point A to Point B, against his will." #68 THANKS COACH GIBBS FOR EVERYTHING! YOUR THE MAN AND ALWAYS WILL BE!

10-23-2009, 08:19 PM	#43
saden1 MVP Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Seattle Age: 44 Posts: 10,069	Re: Chris Samuels about to Retire Smart decision on his part. Best of luck to him and his family. __________________ "The Redskins have always suffered from chronic organizational deformities under Snyder." -Jenkins

10-23-2009, 08:23 PM	#44
CrazyCanuck Serenity Now Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Canada Posts: 2,008	Re: Chris Samuels about to Retire I'm actually happy to hear this. He should retire. No sense risking further injury with this sorry bunch. A solid Skin for years and underappreciated by many, me included.

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