Patten On the IR

[hail2skins]

Okay Jacobs, time to step up.

http://www.redskins.com/news/newsDetail.jsp?id=12617

[hail2skins]

If Patten doesn't play, we'll only have 3 WR's on the 53-man roster. WOW.

[chrisbcbu]

If Patten doesn't play, we'll only have 3 WR's on the 53-man roster. WOW.

I would look for Parsons to be called up from the PS.

[Redskin4Life]

More like "Okay Parsons... time to prove you need to be on this team."

[IMALILTEAPOT]

yikes, maybe we need to pick up one of the guys we had in preseason

[whitskins]

I wish Patten hadn't gotten hurt but this should at least be an interesting opportunity to see what Jacobs can do. I hope he makes the most of it.

[Santheb]

Not like anybody really notices him when he plays anyway :/

[smoak]

I'm with santheb... I hate to say it, but I could give the team what Patten did. I'm good at tipping balls up in the air and letting them get picked off.

[LATrueRedskin]

Who? :D

This is Jacobs chance right here. Stay on the field, Taylor.

[JoeJacksonTaylor28]

Not like anybody really notices him when he plays anyway :/
That was what I was thinking, lol

[saviour]

I wish Patten hadn't gotten hurt but this should at least be an interesting opportunity to see what Jacobs can do. I hope he makes the most of it.

I hope Gibbs starts him instead of Thrash so we can see what he is capable of. I just feel that he will take over as the 3rd reciever and Thrash will move to Pattens slot. That would be a mistake becuase you need Jacobs speed to keep defenders out of the box, much like Patten. Even if he doesnt get any balls thrown his way atleast he will be helpfull in that respect.

Although I can see one of the two having a big day because they are really going to double cover Moss now to make the other guy prove themself.

[2Cooley]

If Patten doesn't play, we'll only have 3 WR's on the 53-man roster. WOW.
this whole season its been like having 1 WR on our 53 man roster. So thrash will start and jacobs will be slot so he might actually get a catch

[GolfFreak]

Time for Jacobs to show us what he can do.

[C-7]

I'm with santheb... I hate to say it, but I could give the team what Patten did. I'm good at tipping balls up in the air and letting them get picked off.



The best Patten has done all season is draw a couple of key defensive pass interference calls. That's about it.

[dallasadmin]

If Patten doesn't play, we'll only have 3 WR's on the 53-man roster. WOW.

Plus Sean Taylor, I'd really like to see him on goal line jump ball situations.

[whistleandthumb]

Boy, if there was ever an opportunity to make a name for yourself, this is it, Mr. Jacobs. Don't screw it up.

This could also be a good time to use Johnny Clutch (read: James Thrash).

[whitskins]

Honestly I don't see much difference in production between Thrash and Patten, if anything I'm actually expecting more out of Thrash, while Jacobs may be able to give us something dynamic and unexpected out of the slot position. This may be a blessing in disguise, if for at least one week.

[HAWGZHEAD]

Man, we just keep taking hit after hit. I hope Jacobs comes to play Sunday.

[silverspring]

I would look for Parsons to be called up from the PS.

I agree. I think we should let him return kicks/punts as well. There has to be someone that is good at this consistently. I know betts got that touchdown, but betts has had issues in this area as well.

Hello Jacobs time to show us something. Big opportunity here for you to take control of patten's spot.

[redskin_rich]

After Patten's play the last few weeks, I wanted him demoted temporarily, to give someone else a shot, this works just as well.

[DoGood]

I have a feeling that this development is going to spell relief for a large group of us. Patten has fallen off the edge of the Earth and it would make it all the sweeter if Jacobs gets going. We aren't ready to write him off but come back to me later.

[GibbsRules!]

Alright TJ. Practice time is over...lets get some game time results.

[redwolf1218]

Honestly I don't see much difference in production between Thrash and Patten, if anything I'm actually expecting more out of Thrash, while Jacobs may be able to give us something dynamic and unexpected out of the slot position. This may be a blessing in disguise, if for at least one week.
my thoughts exactly.

[dj_stouty]

Despite his recent errors...he is still a big part of the passing game. LAst week, Brunell targeted him more than any other WR. (First time all season) And several of those targets were on 3rd down.

Lets hope Jacobs has been studying...

[Biggie]

Despite his recent errors...he is still a big part of the passing game. LAst week, Brunell targeted him more than any other WR. (First time all season) And several of those targets were on 3rd down.

Lets hope Jacobs has been studying...

True, but when he did step up, he literally dropped the ball. I think Jacobs will, at the very worst, do just the same.

[ryflan47]

Jacobs or Thrash?
I'm saying Thrash.

[redwolf1218]

Jacobs or Thrash?
I'm saying Thrash.
i think Thrash too, but i like the idea of Jacobs in a 3-wideout set against a 3rd corner or a safety.

[ryflan47]

i think Thrash too, but i like the idea of Jacobs in a 3-wideout set against a 3rd corner or a safety.
I like the idea too, but I really don't think they're gonna give Jacobs too much PT.

[whistleandthumb]

I like the idea too, but I really don't think they're gonna give Jacobs too much PT.
You think? Gibbs said in his press conference today that he had talked to Jacobs this morning about the team really needing him to help out this week. I think we're going to see quite a bit of Jacobs, to be honest.

[redcayman]

I really think JG is going to give Jacobs a shot. It should be interesting. I remember on one of Moss's touchdown runs the only person who could catch up with him on either team was Jacobs. He has it seems elite speed I just wonder about his hands, and his route running.

[ryflan47]

You think? Gibbs said in his press conference today that he had talked to Jacobs this morning about the team really needing him to help out this week. I think we're going to see quite a bit of Jacobs, to be honest.
Man, I would love to see Jacobs getting some serious playing time but it looks like Thrash has been #3 most of the year, it gives me no reason to believe he won't step up.

[saviour]

Initially I believed that Thrash was a lock to start this sunday but now that I give it some thought I think Jacobs may actually get the start and more playing time.

Reason: Thrash is our primary punt returner and I dont see Gibbs allowing anyone else to return the ball at this moment. (Parsons in particular)

I see Jacobs getting the start which allows Thrash to maintain his normal role as punt returner and third reciever. I think Gibbs values Thrash to much to expose him to so much action but I could be wrong. He may actually start Thrash and Jacobs may get more playing time.

[redwolf1218]

even if Thrash does start as the 2nd receiver after Moss, it should still mean plenty of playing time for Jacobs as the #3, unless we never go to a 3-wide set. we only have 4 receivers on the roster, and if Patten is hurt, Jacobs will have to play. no one from the practice squad is likely to play.

[Death_Venom]

Let's pray that Betts wil also be able to play Sunday.........................

[LadyNRedskinsfan]

i cant wait to see how mr.invisible plays. i really hope he does well.

[redwolf1218]

Let's pray that Betts wil also be able to play Sunday.........................
if not then i hope Nemo gets a chance. i already know what Rock can do, i want to see what Nemo can do.

[DoGood]

Let's pray that Betts wil also be able to play Sunday.........................

I was really happy for Ladell to see him break off the big kickoff return last week. Good for him.:beer:

See Tampa Bay!! We can do it too! HAHAHAHA!

[PennSkinsFan]

Man, I would love to see Jacobs getting some serious playing time but it looks like Thrash has been #3 most of the year, it gives me no reason to believe he won't step up.

Me too. Thrash will likely start, but I woudl love to see Jacobs get his chance.

[Skinz4lyfe]

Taylor Jacobs that knock on your door is called opportunity. You need to answer it on Sunday. We're all pulling for you too. I can't imagine you'll do any worse than Patton.

[redwolf1218]

Taylor Jacobs that knock on your door is called opportunity. You need to answer it on Sunday. We're all pulling for you too. I can't imagine you'll do any worse than Patton.
love that pic of the sagging, wrinkled, burgundy and gold uniforms. that is some ugly old school stuff right there. all business.

[BurgundyNGold]

Patten has been doubtful all year. The bigger question is if Jacobs can remember the way to Fedex.

[REDMAN]

I think if Jacobs gets to start, he my keep that job if he can stay healthy.

[ryflan47]

I think if Jacobs gets to start, he my keep that job if he can stay healthy.
To keep the job, he's really going to have to impress on Sunday. We're talking 60+ yards and a TD. If he can pull off those kind of numbers as a number 3, it would be hard not to give him that job.

[DoGood]

love that pic of the sagging, wrinkled, burgundy and gold uniforms. that is some ugly old school stuff right there. all business.

I love that stuff as I'm sure you do too.

[redwolf1218]

i have no doubt Jacobs can produce. our coaching staff is reluctant to rush into anything. this could be a blessing in disguise.

[X-Factor13]

Honestly, my thinking is that hopefully jacobs will have a big game and take patten's spot for good. I think we'd be a better team if he was the slot instead of the number 2.

[BurgundyNGold]

Honestly, my thinking is that hopefully jacobs will have a big game and take patten's spot for good. I think we'd be a better team if he was the slot instead of the number 2.
I'd like to see Jacobs take Patten's #2 position and move Patten back into the slot where he can be successful. I would REALLY love to see it, but I just wonder why Jacobs has been sitting on the sideline all year if he could've done this before now.

[ConradCountry]

I really don't care it is not like Patten is doing anything. It is time for Taylor Jacobs to finally do something, I am thinging a 6 catch 125yard 2 TD day would be a nice coming out party.

[DoGood]

If it is Patten's fault that he isn't catching passes or getting passes thrown his way, imagine the dramatic improvement we would experience with a legitimate second WR.

[CowboyKilla]

Jacobs, Jacobs, Jacobs!!!!! Prove to us your not a bust. Please.
I know he can do it.

[saviour]

Patten has been doubtful all year.

Hilarious.

[70chip-on-1]

I'd like to see some looks at Jacobs, but lets not forget who has the best hands on the team, and the true #2 reciever.. Chris COOLEY..

Remember, the 2nd Wideout on this current offense isn't on the field that much. The H-Backs always seem to be out there however.. but I would like to see more production from the WR squad. Patten definitely looks weak.

What I've seen from Patten is that he's quick enough, runs pretty lookin routes, but doesn' have that "I want that ball" mentality when the ball is fired to em'. He shies away from the physical parts of the game. When he's on the field it always seems to be a passing play (shotgun).. possibly because they don't trust his run blocking execution during 1st and 2nd down. He'd rather give those duties to Cooley.. I really hope Jacobs can knock a DB on his kisser, and then take it for 6 the next play.

[Dept_of_Defense]

Yeah, what the heck happened to Patten since the preseason. He was the one that showed the most potential before the season started, then he hasn't done squat since. If Jacobs gets enough snaps this game and doesn't take advantage.......I'm going to consider him a bust. I would seriously consider putting Sean Taylor @ WR for a few plays.
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[BIGSEF3]

I dont think Pattens absence will have any negative impact on the game. He hasnt done much of anything for us so far, although you can't say he hasn't been trying. Defenses are used to Patten being a non-factor. Jacobs is fast as hell and he should hopefully take the raiders defense off guard. I expect to see him make some big plays, or if the Raiders are worried about him, it will just open things up for Moss... or Cooley.... or Thrash.... Or Sellers.... or Royal.... or Portis... Or Betts... Or the K man....

We have ALOT of offensive weapons on our team. Didnt brunell throw passes to NINE different receviers last game? We wont miss Patten one bit.

[smoak]

Why! Why oh why did we ever release McCants!!?

:rolleyes:

[danny's stogie]

Whats the over/under on the amount of quarters it takes for TJ to get injured, 1.5? If Patten is indeed out it might be a good idea to add another WR to the roster.

Besides that I don't have much faith in TJ. The coaching staff might sing his praises, but if he isn't playing much on Sundays there's a reason for it and it surely isn't because Patten is too good to be take out of the lineup. I guess this might be his chance to prove himself. Also, I was never down on Patten until this past week. They clearly tried to get him more involved in the gameplan often lining him up on Brunell's left, but he just flat out didn't get it done. As other posters have said, it might be time in the offseason to get another reciever so that Patten can move back to the slot.

[openallnight]

This is the game PennSkinsFan has been waiting for :) Jacobs will finally have his breakout game!!!

[GWBlitzST]

I hope Jacobs blows up, but he'll probably get hurt running on to the field or something.

[Brokenstriker]

The best Patten has done all season is draw a couple of key defensive pass interference calls. That's about it.

he's a pro with decent hands and speed ... by all rights he effectively scored 2 TDs given that he was open and had position for both of those nice long potential game buster catches and most likely would have if he hadn't had some DB drapped over him of tackling him before the ball arrived. 2 TDs isnt too bad with Moss, Sellers and Cooley running routes around the end-zone. We shouldn't dump on the guy too much.

[smoak]

he's a pro with decent hands and speed ... by all rights he effectively scored 2 TDs given that he was open and had position for both of those nice long potential game buster catches and most likely would have if he hadn't had some DB drapped over him of tackling him before the ball arrived. 2 TDs isnt too bad with Moss, Sellers and Cooley running routes around the end-zone. We shouldn't dump on the guy too much.

Its the drops, complaints, and tipped interceptions that bother me, but I still fully support the guy as a Redskin.

[chrisbcbu]

Perhaps we can finally pickup Fred Gibson. He is a big tall receiver out of Georgia. Tho he was just released by the Dolphins so perhaps he isnt very good but he is still worth a look.

Dolphins | Gibson released
Wed, 16 Nov 2005 22:18:30 -0800

Alex Marvez, of the Sun-Sentinel, reports Miami Dolphins WR Fred Gibson has been released from the team.

[skins74]

Patten has been a disappointment IMO. I am confident Thrash can do just as good of a job if not better. Taylor Jacobs...............who knows??????

[SkinsASchamps]

Perhaps we can finally pickup Fred Gibson. He is a big tall receiver out of Georgia. Tho he was just released by the Dolphins so perhaps he isnt very good but he is still worth a look.

I really liked this kid coming out. Any word on why they cut him?

[chrisbcbu]

I really liked this kid coming out. Any word on why they cut him?

Supposively he is having a tough time concentrating, he is like Gardner; he makes a big catch but will drop an easy one on the next pass. I still think he is worth a look. I was hoping that Gibbs could possibly get him to concentrate.

[HAWGZHEAD]

Perhaps we can finally pickup Fred Gibson. He is a big tall receiver out of Georgia. Tho he was just released by the Dolphins so perhaps he isnt very good but he is still worth a look.LOL, my roommate was so big on this guy (Steelers Fan) that he would only call him Roy, for rookie of the year. He even drafted him in our fantasy league, too bad he didn't make the cut. He did look to have some talent and I remember seeing him lay a huge block on a guy in the preseason, he took the guys head off.

[hail2skins]

Here's an article on Jacobs from Redskins.com. Notice it mentions Farris was at the Park today

http://www.redskins.com/news/newsDetail.jsp?id=4177

[2Cooley]

Since we have farris back anyone think he is going to be doing kicks and punts especially with betts hurt?

[redskin_rich]

From the article in the WP for Friday, it sounds like Patten is going to have surgery and Jacobs will be starting.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/11/17/AR2005111701631.html


Taylor Jacobs is likely to start in Patten's spot, Coach Joe Gibbs said, and the team could activate a player from the practice squad, with just three healthy wideouts on the active roster, and James Thrash handling return responsibilities and heavy special-teams duties. The Redskins also worked out receiver Jimmy Farris yesterday, who was with them in the preseason.

[HAWGZHEAD]

From the article in the WP for Friday, it sounds like Patten is going to have surgery and Jacobs will be starting.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/11/17/AR2005111701631.htmlKinda almost makes me wish we had drafted Mike Williams. Eventhough he hasn't had a stellar year so far, I think he would be doing much better with a QB that can throw the ball.

[redskin_rich]

Kinda almost makes me wish we had drafted Mike Williams. Eventhough he hasn't had a stellar year so far, I think he would be doing much better with a QB that can throw the ball.
No, from what I have heard, M Williams has been constantly late to meetings and he has looked very slow. I wanted him myself but now I'm glad we didn't draft him. There is a reason he was passed on by everyone that knows what they are doing.

[HAWGZHEAD]

No, from what I have heard, M Williams has been constantly late to meetings and he has looked very slow. I wanted him myself but now I'm glad we didn't draft him. There is a reason he was passed on by everyone that knows what they are doing.Oh really, I hadn't heard that. Oh well we will make do with the talent we have. Who is on the free agent list at WR this coming off-season besides Wayne and that huge pricetag he will be carrying?

[DoGood]

Would arthroscopic knee surgery end his season?

[redskin_rich]

Oh really, I hadn't heard that. Oh well we will make do with the talent we have. Who is on the free agent list at WR this coming off-season besides Wayne and that huge pricetag he will be carrying?
Probably TO.....I'm kidding of course.

Honestly, probably no one we could afford. I don't see WR as such a priority for us as some. Of course, it would be nice if T Jacobs showed something with this golden opportunity he now has.

[HAWGZHEAD]

Probably TO.....I'm kidding of course.

Honestly, probably no one we could afford. I don't see WR as such a priority for us as some. Of course, it would be nice if T Jacobs showed something with this golden opportunity he now has.I think it is becoming a priority with Patten's performance and the injuries. How about Antonio Bryant from Cleveland, his YPC avg is pretty nice at 14.8 and shows good speed.

[redskin_rich]

Would arthroscopic knee surgery end his season?
It shouldn't, if everything were to go well, he would be back in 2-4 weeks. But from what I take from the above article, this is something that has been a problem before and at 31, Patten is not exactly a spring chicken anymore.

[redskin_rich]

I think it is becoming a priority with Patten's performance and the injuries. How about Antonio Bryant from Cleveland, his YPC avg is pretty nice at 14.8 and shows good speed.
You are talking about a guy with an attitude that even Bill (manbreasts) Parcells couldn't deal with. No thanks.

[HAWGZHEAD]

You are talking about a guy with an attitude that even Bill (manbreasts) Parcells couldn't deal with. No thanks.LOL, strike 2....

[saviour]

What I find very interesting about our wide out situation is that Antonio Brown has not been mentioned what so ever. :lol1:
He hasnt been mentioned at all as an option by Gibbs even though he made the opening day roster and can play special teams which would free up Thrash to play more reciever. I guess those fumbles and his suspect hands were too much for him to overcome.

[WinnpegSkinsFan]

Jacobs has his opportunity now. He will obviously receive considerable palying time even if Thrash gets the start (even though it looks like Jacobs gets the start based on Gibbs' comments). I've been anxious to see him get playing time all year. Hopefully he can stay healthy. I still think another WR with some size would be a good addition but that may wait until next year.

I must admit to some surprise about Mike Williams. I read some interviews where he showed great attitude but according to previous posts he has shown poor work habits. It looks like the FO knew what they were doing when they got Rogers as it looks like he will be the best of the top 3 corners drafted.

[silverspring]

From times:
The Redskins worked out receiver Jimmy Farris — cut after the preseason — yesterday in case they need another receiver for the Oakland game.

sounds like patten might be getting surgery. this is not good, but on the other hand i am excited to see guys like jacobs get an opportunity. I am more interested in parsons than farris. i wonder if farris will go to practice squad and one of those guys will be elevated to roster. should be interesting

[SkinsASchamps]

I heard on the radio that patten is going to miss at least 2 weeks because of surgery. is this true?

[redskin_rich]

I heard on the radio that patten is going to miss at least 2 weeks because of surgery. is this true?
Yes, if he elects to have the surgery.

[SkinsASchamps]

Yes, if he elects to have the surgery.

I heard that it is a fact that he will have the surgery though. any confirmation on that yet?

[redskin_rich]

I heard that it is a fact that he will have the surgery though. any confirmation on that yet?
Not yet but I think he probably will. This is a recurrence of a past injury that he has had the same surgery on before. The doctor he consulted with this week is in the New England area and performed the surgery last time.

[danny's stogie]

Patten had the surgery and has been placed on IR. He's done for the year folks according to WTEM.

[HAWGZHEAD]

Patten had the surgery and has been placed on IR. He's done for the year folks according to WTEM.Man we need this win over the Raiders. Things are so glum right now.

[redskin_rich]

Patten had the surgery and has been placed on IR. He's done for the year folks according to WTEM.
What? That seems kind of quick to IR him, unless there was more wrong than originally thought. The paper today said his knee would be scoped and he would be back in as soon as 2 weeks.

[DoGood]

What I find very interesting about our wide out situation is that Antonio Brown has not been mentioned what so ever. :lol1:
He hasnt been mentioned at all as an option by Gibbs even though he made the opening day roster and can play special teams which would free up Thrash to play more reciever. I guess those fumbles and his suspect hands were too much for him to overcome.

I liked Antonio Brown last year and the very beginning of this years preseason. Then came the Baltimore preseason game and his face mask wouldn't catch anything!!!!! Come on facemask! Do you job and catch some balls! Jeez.

[saviour]

Man we need this win over the Raiders. Things are so glum right now.

Patten wasnt a big part of the offense so I am not worried about him missing the game. He should be easily replaced by Jacobs. Actually, I dont see Patten getting his job back if Jacobs has any presence at all. He is a bigger reciever at 6'0, 202lbs, and he is a much better run blocker.

Knee injuries can keep him out for the remainder of the season anyhow. (See Lavar Arrington, 2004) I wouldnt doubt that they would put him on IR just to get Jacobs in the fold fulltime.

[redskin_rich]

...

Knee injuries can keep him out for the remainder of the season anyhow. (See Lavar Arrington, 2004) I wouldnt doubt that they would put him on IR just to get Jacobs in the fold fulltime.
Yeah but if this is true than we are down to only 3 WR's on our roster.

[danny's stogie]

What? That seems kind of quick to IR him, unless there was more wrong than originally thought. The paper today said his knee would be scoped and he would be back in as soon as 2 weeks.

It does seem a bit sudden. I can't find a link anywhere to confirm, but WTEM has not retracted their statement. They say he's already had the surgery and that he's on the IR.

[saviour]

Yeah but if this is true than we are down to only 3 WR's on our roster.

True. But rest assured that Jimmy Farris or an PS reciever will be added to the roster before Sundays game.

My only concern is injury because we dont run many 3 reciever sets. Cooley plays in the slot now so we should be fine.

[whitskins]

Honestly, Patten has hardly done a thing for us as it is, I'm really excited to see what Jacobs can do with an increased role. Instead of guessing or hypothesizing what this kid can do or if we need to upgrade the position this offseason, we will finally know for sure as he looks like he'll be getting a multi-game audition.

I've heard for years, from Champ Bailey in his final season to Mark Brunell this year that Taylor Jacobs is the toughest WR to defend in practice. Carlos Rogers even said he was the best WR he ever played against in college. It's time to see what happens when you remove the word "practice" from the equation on this kid. No more excuses, just prove to this team that you're a legit NFL starter and deserve to be on the field.

[saviour]

Honestly, Patten has hardly done a thing for us as it is, I'm really excited to see what Jacobs can do with an increased role. Instead of guessing or hypothesizing what this kid can do or if we need to upgrade the position this offseason, we will finally know for sure as he looks like he'll be getting a multi-game audition.

I've heard for years, from Champ Bailey in his final season to Mark Brunell this year that Taylor Jacobs is the toughest WR to defend in practice. Carlos Rogers even said he was the best WR he ever played against in college. It's time to see what happens when you remove the word "practice" from the equation on this kid. No more excuses, just prove to this team that you're a legit NFL starter and deserve to be on the field.

I really want to see what Jacobs is capable of. Even Smoot said that he was the best reciever on the roster when Coles was here. And the limited times that he has been on the field he has shown that he is a very good route runner. (Better than Thrash by far)

As it stands now, he is bigger than all of our other recievers and he is no lower than 2nd on the speed depth chart. He has the tools, now lets see if he can use them. C'mon Mark, look for this guy early and often to free up Moss.

[PennSkinsFan]

Patten was placed on the IR. Parsen was signed to replac ehim on the roster.

Mr. Jacobs, you have yoru chance. You have the big chance to make yourself number two to Moss for years to come.

[danny's stogie]

And its made its way into print...

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/11/18/AR2005111801621.html

[LadyNRedskinsfan]

wow....this was unexpected. he shouldn't be that big of a loss because his production hasnt been great, but it still hurts our depth. i cant wait to see how taylor performs. i hope he does well....

[LadyNRedskinsfan]

And its made its way into print...

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/11/18/AR2005111801621.html
maybe that explains his production......??

from this article that is also not good news:

Running back Ladell Betts, the team's main kickoff return man, was downgraded to doubtful yesterday with a sprained knee and he'll likely be on the game-day inactive list Sunday, along with defensive tackle Cornelius Griffin, who has a hip injury.

[HAWGZHEAD]

Patten was placed on the IR. Parsen was signed to replac ehim on the roster.

Mr. Jacobs, you have yoru chance. You have the big chance to make yourself number two to Moss for years to come.It said on redskins.com that Gibbs was looking into Parsons to do some kick returns.

[danny's stogie]

maybe that explains his production......??

from this article that is also not good news:

Yes, it might be why he tore up the preseason then couldn't get any separation.

As for Betts, honestly, I was expecting this to happen. Recently, he'd been running pretty upright whenever he had the ball, not lowering his shoulder into contact. It was only a matter of time before someone gave him a real good shot to the knees.

[PennSkinsFan]

I am actually looking forward to seeing Taylor Jacobs play. Doc had nothing but fine words for Jacobs.

[chrisbcbu]

It said on redskins.com that Gibbs was looking into Parsons to do some kick returns.

Parsons is very fast so i can see him back there. He had a little work in the preseason back there.

[DoGood]

A lot of people have been waiting for this for some time now. I'll be very interested in Jacobs side of the field this Sunday and I can't wait for the game.

[BIGSEF3]

Wow, Tony Kornheiser is going to have FIELD DAY with this. Anyone want to bet AGAINST him making another prediction that the Skins pick up T.O. now?

[GibbsRules!]

A lot of people have been waiting for this for some time now. I'll be very interested in Jacobs side of the field this Sunday and I can't wait for the game.

This just might turn out to be a perfect complement to Moss. If Jacobs asserts himself this could be a boon for our already efficient offense. C'mon TJ!!!

[whitskins]

This just might turn out to be a perfect complement to Moss. If Jacobs asserts himself this could be a boon for our already efficient offense. C'mon TJ!!!

If TJ can solidify himself as a legit #2 option that would do wonders for our offense, because then Patten would come back healthy next year and work out of his usual role in the slot where he has had much more success. I'm really crossing my fingers that Jacobs comes to play.

[akhhorus]

This isn't that much of a loss. Patten has been the 3rd option for Brunell and Moss has been fighting double/triple teams already. This is a golden opportunity for Jacobs and Thrash and perhaps for the Skins to sign TO...(I kid I kid)

[The Skinsinator]

As stated numerous times, Patten hasn't done squat and frankly I feel doesn't deserve to start. I really think Thrash would be more effective and we really need to find out what we have in Jacobs. I know many have claimed him to be a bust, but I don't know about that yet. Let's all give him a fair shake and hope he lives up to expectations. C'mon Taylor. You ain't playin' for Soupie Sales anymore.

[SkinsASchamps]

I feel like this is an opportunity for our young guys but I do believe patten is a decent loss to our offense. If he wasnt our 2nd best receiver than why was he starting? the coaches obviously thought he was. This could be trouble.

[The Skinsinator]

If he wasnt our 2nd best receiver than why was he starting?Because of his purported leadership/experience and there isn't alot behind him. His 3 super bowl rings don't hurt either. Jacobs has been hurt and Thrash has been on special teams. We have to face reality with him. Despite his resume, he has been mostly ineffective and this injury I see more as an opportunity than a loss.

[ryflan47]

Who was that guy who played big for us in the last game of the preseason? We should check him out!

[CowboyKilla]

I hate to see Patten hurt, but I really think this is a blessing in disguise for Jacobs. This is it do or die for TJ. I think he can do it. Go Taylor.

[MONK_in_HOF]

I hate to see Patten hurt, but I really think this is a blessing in disguise for Jacobs. This is it do or die for TJ. I think he can do it. Go Taylor.
I agree. This may be his last chance to prove he can contribute and most importantly stay healthy.

[GolfFreak]

I've really been waiting to see Jacobs on the field since why keep him if he's always injured and not helping in any area. Also, did Springs say on Monday Night Live that he was the best WR on the team. Time to see what he's got. I'm pulling for him.

[ConradCountry]

Who is available in the FA market because with as much as Jacobs is hurt we might need a veteran fill in soon.

[LATrueRedskin]

I don't like seeing Patten out for good. It depletes our depth and since Taylor Jacobs probably won't stay on the field long before getting hurt, we need James Thrash to step up big. We might need another guy.

[Skinz4lyfe]

This isn't that much of a loss. Patten has been the 3rd option for Brunell and Moss has been fighting double/triple teams already. This is a golden opportunity for Jacobs and Thrash and perhaps for the Skins to sign TO...(I kid I kid)

Good idea Akh. I was thinking the same thing. As soon as TO is released and clears waivers, we sign him to a contact.























j/k!!

[2Cooley]

Who was that guy who played big for us in the last game of the preseason? We should check him out!
We signed him back i belive.

[ryflan47]

We signed him back i belive.
Farris?! I just looked it up.

[Biggie]

If TJ has... something happen, I guess we'll promote Parsons to #3 and sign Farris.

[saviour]

If TJ has... something happen, I guess we'll promote Parsons to #3 and sign Farris.

Parsons will not be on elavated to #3 anytime soon. Thrash will become a fulltime reciever if Jacobs goes down or Moss for that matter goes down. Parsons and Farris will become 3/4 depending on whomever picks up the offense quicker.

[Biggie]

Parsons will not be on elavated to #3 anytime soon. Thrash will become a fulltime reciever if Jacobs goes down or Moss for that matter goes down. Parsons and Farris will become 3/4 depending on whomever picks up the offense quicker.

?

[nynate]

I'm really looking forward to watching Jacobs play, and honetly am not too sad to see Patten on the IR. I like Patten a lot, but he wasn't making any plays, and then complained about it in the media. Well he got the ball thrown his way last sunday and look what he did..... almost nothing. Now luckily we have Cooley to step in and make plays, but I really hope that Jacobs steps in and takes over games the way Cooley and Moss can. We'd be so much better if we had 3 credible recieving threats and use Portis as a reciever more, it'd open up our running game, and take pressure off of Brunell to not have to make so many miricale 3rd and longs......

[JoeDaSchmoe]

I know he had his fair share of drops in preseason, but at this point I'd be all for bringing Antonio Brown back. He at least knows the offense, and probably has more physical talent than anyone else we can get.

[IowaSkinsFan]

Antonio Brown.

F-U-M-B-L-E-R!

Did this guy secretly play at Boston College?

[saviour]

?

Do I really have to type 3rd or 4th to make that clear?

[IowaSkinsFan]

I would look for Parsons to be called up from the PS.

Talk about hitting the nail right on the head....who needs Doc? :D

[JoeDaSchmoe]

F-U-M-B-L-E-R!

Did this guy secretly play at Boston College?

Does this mean you also want to cut Brunell and Cooley?

[redwolf1218]

I know he had his fair share of drops in preseason, but at this point I'd be all for bringing Antonio Brown back. He at least knows the offense, and probably has more physical talent than anyone else we can get.
i am pretty sure he has great speed, but i'm not so sure if he has any athletic ability, if no one else picked him up since we released him. i do seem to recall something Gibbs said about the possibility of contacting him later after he was released, but if not now, then i dont know when.

[redwolf1218]

I know he had his fair share of drops in preseason, but at this point I'd be all for bringing Antonio Brown back. He at least knows the offense, and probably has more physical talent than anyone else we can get.
i am pretty sure he has great speed, but i'm not so sure if he has any athletic ability, if no one else picked him up since we released him. i do seem to recall something Gibbs said about the possibility of contacting him later after he was released, but if not now, then i dont know when. this guy Rich Parsons must know the system pretty well now too after all this time on the practice squad.

[BurgundyNGold]

Do I really have to type 3rd or 4th to make that clear?
I think he is puzzled as to why you've penciled in Parson and Farris as 3rd and 4th receiver, no matter WHO gets hurt. That's confusing to me too. Didn't Parson just get signed from the PS? And not to be a kill joy, but Farris isn't even on the PS according to the Redskins web site. How can he possibly be considered to be a #4 WR?

[redwolf1218]

I think he is puzzled as to why you've penciled in Parson and Farris as 3rd and 4th receiver, no matter WHO gets hurt. That's confusing to me too. Didn't Parson just get signed from the PS? And not to be a kill joy, but Farris isn't even on the PS according to the Redskins web site. How can he possibly be considered to be a #4 WR?
i thought he was puzzled with the fraction 3/4, as if it meant .75

[saviour]

i thought he was puzzled with the fraction 3/4, as if it meant .75

That is how I took it as well and that is why I typed 3rd or 4th to clarify. And to clarify further, I never penciled in anyone as the 3rd reciever. I responded to a previous posting on an earlier page that suggested Parsons will be the 3rd reciever when he is signed from the practice squad.

My point was that the only way Parson would be tabbed as the 3rd reciever would be if one of our primary 3 recievers (Moss, Jacobs, or Thrash) would be injured and cannot play which means that someone has to move up in the rotation. Considering that Parsons is currently 4th on the depth chart I didnt think that this needed an explanation.

Farris was mentioned becuase he was in Redskins park and everyone was under the impression that he would be signed to the practice squad at the very least.

BigGamers "?" response appears to becuase my post was simiar to his but I didnt hand the 3rd reciever job to Parsons. Instead I stated that Farris could take that spot if he was signed and picked up the offense better in practice.

[Biggie]

i thought he was puzzled with the fraction 3/4, as if it meant .75

No, I was puzzled because I said that another injury would cause Parsons to be moved to the #3 reciever, at which point saviour shot me down and then said the exact same thing.

BigGamers "?" response appears to becuase my post was simiar to his but I didnt hand the 3rd reciever job to Parsons. Instead I stated that Farris could take that spot if he was signed and picked up the offense better in practice.

Oh, alright. That's the part that confused me personally. It's certainly a possibility.

[redwolf1218]

the secret weapon is Sean Taylor at receiver.

[Biggie]

the secret weapon is Sean Taylor at receiver.

That was in Week One. We have Sellers and Cooley going now. Do we really need ST there?

[Dolla Bill]

I do not want Taylor out there on offense whatsoever. He just got over an injury, maybe, and I do not want him to be injured on a fluke play for him to get about 8 yards.

[saviour]

No, I was puzzled because I said that another injury would cause Parsons to be moved to the #3 reciever, at which point saviour shot me down and then said the exact same thing.



Oh, alright. That's the part that confused me personally. It's certainly a possibility.

Now that I look back at it, that is pretty funny. Its almost like saying "didn't I just say that"