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Posts Tagged ‘Clinton Portis’

Fantasy
Despite reports, I’m still skeptical about Portis

Posted: Friday, July 16th, 2010 | Michael Fabiano Tags: Clinton Portis, Larry Johnson, Mike Shanahan, willie parker

Reports have been positive on Clinton Portis, but I’m still not buying into him having a comeback season.

Fantasy
Lions rookie could be one of the Best

Posted: Monday, June 7th, 2010 | Michael Fabiano Tags: Clinton Portis, Edgerrin James, Jahvid Best, Jim Schwartz, Kevin Jones, Matt Forte, Steve Slaton

Lions rookie RB Jahvid Best will have every chance to make a major fantasy impact this season.

Around The Web
Portis tops depth chart in Redskins’ backfield

Posted: Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010 | Frank Tadych Tags: Brian Westbrook, Clinton Portis, Kyle Shanahan, Larry Johnson, Ryan Torain, Washington Redskins, willie parker

Redskins offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan says Clinton Portis will be the starting running back when training camp opens.

Fantasy
Redskins backfield is one to avoid in drafts

Posted: Tuesday, June 1st, 2010 | Michael Fabiano Tags: Clinton Portis, Larry Johnson, Mike Shanahan, willie parker

I’m avoiding the Redskins backfield on fantasy draft day. Even Clinton Portis.

News
Redskins’ backfield situation only gets more interesting

Posted: Tuesday, May 11th, 2010 | Frank Tadych Tags: Brian Westbrook, Clinton Portis, Jason La Canfora, Larry Johnson, Warren Sapp, Washington Redskins, willie parker

Brian Westbrook is expected to visit the Redskins, which could provide yet another source of motivation for an already committed Clinton Portis.

Around The Web
Roundup: Titans may keep Mawae after all

Posted: Saturday, April 3rd, 2010 | NFL.com Staff Tags: Baltimore Ravens, Billy Miller, Clinton Portis, Donnie Edwards, Drew Brees, Eugene Amano, Kevin Mawae, Larry Johnson, New Orleans Saints, Tennessee Titans, Washington Redskins, willie parker

Kevin Mawae’s playing days might not be over in Tennessee, the Redskins have an open competition at running back and Super Bowl MVP Drew Brees has been spending time with American troops overseas. To find out more, go Around the Web…

NFL Network
Shanahan non-committal on Campbell, Grossman

Posted: Wednesday, March 24th, 2010 | Frank Tadych Tags: Albert Haynesworth, Clinton Portis, Jason Campbell, Larry Johnson, Mike Shanahan, Rex Grossman, Washington Redskins

While Mike Shanahan’s comments Wednesday on Albert Haynesworth are garnering the most attention, his opinions on the position battles at quarterback and running back were too good not to pass on.

Fantasy
Redskins backfield could be a real headache

Posted: Thursday, March 18th, 2010 | Michael Fabiano Tags: Clinton Portis, Larry Johnson, Mike Anderson, Mike Shanahan, Olandis Gary, Reuben Droughns, Terrell Davis

It looks like another backfield committee is imminent, as Clinton Portis and Larry Johnson could share work in Washington. Fantasy owners beware.

Fantasy
L.J. clouds the value of Portis for 2010

Posted: Friday, March 12th, 2010 | Michael Fabiano Tags: Clinton Portis, Larry Johnson

The addition of Larry Johnson makes Clinton Portis even less attractive in 2010 fantasy drafts.

Jason La Canfora
Redskins give RB Johnson a three-year, $12M deal

Posted: Friday, March 12th, 2010 | Jason La Canfora Tags: 2010 Free Agency, Clinton Portis, Larry Johnson, Washington Redskins

Free-agent RB Larry Johnson has agreed to a three-year contract worth up to $12 million with the Redskins, according to a league source.

Jason La Canfora
Redskins officials hope to sign RB Johnson

Posted: Thursday, March 11th, 2010 | Jason La Canfora Tags: 2010 Free Agency, Clinton Portis, Larry Johnson, Oakland Raiders, Washington Redskins

Redskins officials are picking up free-agent RB Larry Johnson at the airport this afternoon, according to team sources, and they are very much interested in signing him.

Around The Web
Roundup: Portis ‘has something left,’ coach says

Posted: Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 | NFL.com Staff Tags: Bobby Turner, Clinton Portis, Dallas Cowboys, Jerry Jones, Miles Austin, Philadelphia Eagles, Stacy Andrews, Tennessee Titans, Vince Young, Washington Redskins

If new Redskins running backs coach Bobby Turner‘s words are any indication, the team might stick with Clinton Portis.

NFL Network
Around the League: Titans could lose three starters

Posted: Tuesday, February 16th, 2010 | Adam Rank Tags: Carolina Panthers, Clinton Portis, Jake Delhomme, Keith Bulluck, Kevin Mawae, Kyle Vanden Bosch, New York Jets, Steve Wyche, Tennessee Titans, Vernon Gholston, Washington Redskins

NFL.com’s Steve Wyche reported Tuesday night that the Titans could part ways with veterans Kevin Mawae, Keith Bulluck and Kyle Vanden Bosch.

News
Portis looks forward to reunion with Shanahan

Posted: Friday, February 5th, 2010 | NFL.com Staff Tags: Clinton Portis, Jason Campbell, Mike Shanahan, Washington Redskins

Redskins RB Clinton Portis, who played under Mike Shanahan for two years in Denver, can’t wait to be reunited with his former head coach.

Fantasy
I’m avoiding Redskins RB Portis next season

Posted: Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 | Michael Fabiano Tags: Clinton Portis, Fred Jackson, Mike Shanahan

Redskins RB Clinton Portis thinks he can still help his team in 2010. I’m not so sure he can help fantasy owners, though.