February 25th, 2011 Friday
Friday’s Football Fixx
The Latest Moves Around the League
Redskins Expected to Release Portis
After missing as many games as he has over the past couple of seasons it does not come as a surprise to hear head coach Mike Shanahan hint the team could be parting ways with running back Clinton Portis. The former Redskins’ starter has missed 19 games the past two seasons and even when healthy he played banged up most of the time. After 10 seasons in the league it’s easy to see that Portis is wearing down. His future is likely a back-up elsewhere in 2011.
Rice High Priority for Vikings
Despite some conflicting reports concerning wide receiver Sidney Rice’s hip injury from a year ago, the team sounds intent on resigning the play-making wideout. Head coach Leslie Frazier indicated that there are no concerns about Rice’s health and that he is expected to be just fine. Rice led the team in receiving (receptions and yards) back in 2009, but in 2010 he played in just six games with just one game worthy of mention. If he’s healthy, he should return to the role of the Vikings top target, but if not the Vikings will have a big hole to fill.
Broncos Could Be Targeting Atogwe
According to some reports I am reading, the Broncos are interested in the former Rams safety Oshiomogho Atogwe. He was released by the Rams following the 2010 season largely due to the fact he was expected to earn an $8 million bonus. Although he was released by the Rams they appear to be pursuing his services as well as the Broncos. Defense has been the weak link in Denver, so it would make sense for the team to be showing interest. Safety Bob Sanders (recently released by the Colts) is another name that has come up in conversation, but I have yet to see any reports suggesting the Broncos could be interested.
More Notes…
Although nothing seems to be certain at this point it sounds like the Saints won’t be making any moves concerning running back Reggie Bush before March 4th. Bush is expected to earn a lot of cabbage in 2011, so it’s likely the two sides will sit down to restructure a deal or part ways. After missing Bush is going to stay in New Orleans, he’s going to have to take a big pay cut.
In Cincinnati the words I am reading indicate the team is making plans to move forward as if they won’t have quarterback Carson Palmer in 2011. That would be smart after Palmer has already come out and said he will retire rather than return to Cincinnati, if he is not traded. While the move to push on makes sense, the team should also start exploring the possibilities and advantages of moving Palmer rather than doing nothing; after a 4-12 season what could it hurt?
Redskins Expected to Release Portis
After missing as many games as he has over the past couple of seasons it does not come as a surprise to hear head coach Mike Shanahan hint the team could be parting ways with running back Clinton Portis. The former Redskins’ starter has missed 19 games the past two seasons and even when healthy he played banged up most of the time. After 10 seasons in the league it’s easy to see that Portis is wearing down. His future is likely a back-up elsewhere in 2011.
Rice High Priority for Vikings
Despite some conflicting reports concerning wide receiver Sidney Rice’s hip injury from a year ago, the team sounds intent on resigning the play-making wideout. Head coach Leslie Frazier indicated that there are no concerns about Rice’s health and that he is expected to be just fine. Rice led the team in receiving (receptions and yards) back in 2009, but in 2010 he played in just six games with just one game worthy of mention. If he’s healthy, he should return to the role of the Vikings top target, but if not the Vikings will have a big hole to fill.
Broncos Could Be Targeting Atogwe
According to some reports I am reading, the Broncos are interested in the former Rams safety Oshiomogho Atogwe. He was released by the Rams following the 2010 season largely due to the fact he was expected to earn an $8 million bonus. Although he was released by the Rams they appear to be pursuing his services as well as the Broncos. Defense has been the weak link in Denver, so it would make sense for the team to be showing interest. Safety Bob Sanders (recently released by the Colts) is another name that has come up in conversation, but I have yet to see any reports suggesting the Broncos could be interested.
More Notes…
Although nothing seems to be certain at this point it sounds like the Saints won’t be making any moves concerning running back Reggie Bush before March 4th. Bush is expected to earn a lot of cabbage in 2011, so it’s likely the two sides will sit down to restructure a deal or part ways. After missing Bush is going to stay in New Orleans, he’s going to have to take a big pay cut.
In Cincinnati the words I am reading indicate the team is making plans to move forward as if they won’t have quarterback Carson Palmer in 2011. That would be smart after Palmer has already come out and said he will retire rather than return to Cincinnati, if he is not traded. While the move to push on makes sense, the team should also start exploring the possibilities and advantages of moving Palmer rather than doing nothing; after a 4-12 season what could it hurt?
The Combine Starts Now
The Combine is already underway with day one including place kickers and special teamers working out on Friday, but with the rest of the participants ready to start showcasing on Saturday here is a recap of the Combine schedule….
What’s on Tap at the Combine for all players;
Day one:
Players travel to Indianapolis and go through registration once they arrive. On the first day -- pre-workout exams and x-rays -- then players move into orientation explaining what the week is all about. Following will be interviews with various NFL teams who want to speak with particular players.
Day two:
This day includes physical measurements of the players, some exams, media time, psych tests and then more interviews with NFL teams.
Day three:
This day includes a meeting with the NFLPA and after that, more interviews with NFL teams.
Day four:
Workouts on this day -- timing, stations and skill drills -- and then players will prepare to depart Indy.
General Player Schedule
February 23rd – March 1st, 2011
The Combine is already underway with day one including place kickers and special teamers working out on Friday, but with the rest of the participants ready to start showcasing on Saturday here is a recap of the Combine schedule….
What’s on Tap at the Combine for all players;
Day one:
Players travel to Indianapolis and go through registration once they arrive. On the first day -- pre-workout exams and x-rays -- then players move into orientation explaining what the week is all about. Following will be interviews with various NFL teams who want to speak with particular players.
Day two:
This day includes physical measurements of the players, some exams, media time, psych tests and then more interviews with NFL teams.
Day three:
This day includes a meeting with the NFLPA and after that, more interviews with NFL teams.
Day four:
Workouts on this day -- timing, stations and skill drills -- and then players will prepare to depart Indy.
General Player Schedule
February 23rd – March 1st, 2011
23th-26th
Day 1 Arrivals*:
Day 1 Arrivals*:
Grp 1(PK, ST, OL), Grp 2(OL), Grp 3(TE)
Wednesday - Travel, Registration, Pre-exam & X-ray, Orientation, Interviews
Thursday - Measurements, Exams, Media, Psych Tests, Interviews
Friday - NFLPA Meeting, Psych Tests, *PK/ST Workout*, Interviews
Saturday - Workout (timing, stations, skill drills), Departure
24th-27th
Day 2 Arrivals*:
Grp 4(QB, WO), Grp 5(QB, WO), Grp 6(RB)
Thursday - Travel, Registration, Pre-exam & X-ray, Orientation, Interviews
Friday - Measurements, Exams, Media, Psych Tests, Interviews
Saturday - NFLPA Meeting, Psych Tests, Interviews
Sunday - Workout (timing, stations, skill drills), Departure
25th-28th
Day 3 Arrivals:
Grp 7(DL), Grp 8(DL), Grp 9(LB)
Friday - Travel, Registration, Pre-exam & X-ray, Orientation, Interviews
Saturday - Measurements, Exams, Media, Psych Tests, Interviews
Sunday - NFLPA Meeting, Psych Tests, Interviews
Monday - Workout (timing, stations, skill drills), Departure
26th-1st
Day 4 Arrivals:
Grp 10(DB), Grp 11(DB)
Saturday - Travel, Registration, Pre-exam & X-ray, Orientation, Interviews
Sunday - Measurements, Exams, Media, Psych Tests, Interviews
Monday - NFLPA Meeting, Psych Tests, Interviews
Tuesday - Workout (timing, stations, skill drills), Departure
By David Ortega
Wednesday - Travel, Registration, Pre-exam & X-ray, Orientation, Interviews
Thursday - Measurements, Exams, Media, Psych Tests, Interviews
Friday - NFLPA Meeting, Psych Tests, *PK/ST Workout*, Interviews
Saturday - Workout (timing, stations, skill drills), Departure
24th-27th
Day 2 Arrivals*:
Grp 4(QB, WO), Grp 5(QB, WO), Grp 6(RB)
Thursday - Travel, Registration, Pre-exam & X-ray, Orientation, Interviews
Friday - Measurements, Exams, Media, Psych Tests, Interviews
Saturday - NFLPA Meeting, Psych Tests, Interviews
Sunday - Workout (timing, stations, skill drills), Departure
25th-28th
Day 3 Arrivals:
Grp 7(DL), Grp 8(DL), Grp 9(LB)
Friday - Travel, Registration, Pre-exam & X-ray, Orientation, Interviews
Saturday - Measurements, Exams, Media, Psych Tests, Interviews
Sunday - NFLPA Meeting, Psych Tests, Interviews
Monday - Workout (timing, stations, skill drills), Departure
26th-1st
Day 4 Arrivals:
Grp 10(DB), Grp 11(DB)
Saturday - Travel, Registration, Pre-exam & X-ray, Orientation, Interviews
Sunday - Measurements, Exams, Media, Psych Tests, Interviews
Monday - NFLPA Meeting, Psych Tests, Interviews
Tuesday - Workout (timing, stations, skill drills), Departure
By David Ortega
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