Todd Pinkston Signed...

REDEEMEDSKIN · Post by **REDEEMEDSKIN** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 8:38 am

Welcome, Todd.

Skinsfan55 · Post by **Skinsfan55** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 8:47 am

I think that fat comment was about shin splints.

Normally, it's something that unexperienced runners get, it does seem strange for a pro athlete who is very experienced in running to have, but it's happened before to better athletes than BL.

Anyway, I don't see what's wrong with signing Pinkston... but my cousin went to Michigan State so I have a soft spot for Charles Rogers. I'd like to see him get a tryout.

BnGhog · Post by **BnGhog** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 9:42 am

I actually like the pick up. A friend of mine is an Eagles fan and I have watched him many times make some great catches. I seen him make some great catches against us, when we were too busy watching T.O. and got burnt by Pinky. Say what you want, but I think he's a nice #2 or #3 WR. His numbers are very comparable to BL and ARE's numbers, but in many cases beating their numbers, beating them a lot in +20 yard catches and +40 yard catches. Plus with his height he'll be a tall guy in the red zone for us.

Irn-Bru · Post by **Irn-Bru** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 9:45 am

Is he the one that thanked his hands for being so great, or was that someone else?

Chris Luva Luva · Post by **Chris Luva Luva** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 9:46 am

Irn-Bru wrote:Is he the one that thanked his hands for being so great, or was that someone else?

Freddy Mitchell I believe.

I also believe that we should take a look at the ex Lion guy....can't remeber name...

Mursilis · Post by **Mursilis** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 9:52 am

Chris Luva Luva wrote:
Irn-Bru wrote:Is he the one that thanked his hands for being so great, or was that someone else?

Freddy Mitchell I believe.

I also believe that we should take a look at the ex Lion guy....can't remeber name...

I already mentioned Charles Rogers early in this thread. Mike Williams has already been signed by Oakland.

everydayAskinsday · Post by **everydayAskinsday** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 9:58 am

yea I really dont have a problem with this signing.. he's 6-3 which is something we lack.. now i know hes not a physical reciever but we arent bringing him in to play the slot.. he will be used in a very specific way im sure IF he even makes the team

I like the fact that its gonna push our guys to prove there worth because I know alot of you all dont want to accept this but reciever is a weak point for us..Moss is our only proven reciever right now( not including Cool

ey hes our TE) . ARE still hasnt shown anything more than a couple flashes here and there .. lets not forget he is a converted QB .. as much as I like him hes just not gonna be an 80 catch 1000 yard reciever IMO .. and Lloyds another unproven guy who seems to be wearing his welcome thin ..so Im all for tinkering right now so we can see what we have

if we want Campbell to suceed hes gonna need some experienced recievers around him to help build his confidence

Chris Luva Luva · Post by **Chris Luva Luva** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 10:42 am

ARE was never brought here to be a #2. He was brought in for special teams and to be used as a gadget player in the slot where he could shine.

Lloyds lack of production in 2006 and his injury bug this far in 2007 really takes both him and ARE out of the game. ARE isn't effective at #2 and he's not able to do what he's was hired for at that position either. It limits him too much.

I don't knock the team for exploring other options cus it doesn't look like Lloyd is getting back in the lineup any time soon.

VetSkinsFan · Post by **VetSkinsFan** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 11:12 am

Another band aid to a weakness that wasn't adressed in the draft. I hope he shows more than he did; there was a reason he was out a year I'm sure.

Chris Luva Luva · Post by **Chris Luva Luva** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 11:14 am

VetSkinsFan wrote:Another band aid to a weakness that wasn't adressed in the draft. I hope he shows more than he did; there was a reason he was out a year I'm sure.

They get a pass on this draft because they didn't have enough picks. Thats water on the bridge now. Plus they wouldn't have drafted a WR anyway because everyone was healthy and they're happy with what we have on paper.

The Hogster · Post by **The Hogster** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 11:41 am

Why lord, why? I'd rather Charles "Unbreakable" Rogers....but I guess alligator Pinky will have to do.

I wonder how the uniform looks on him, I've never seen a skins jersey soo baggy.

HanburgerHelper · Post by **HanburgerHelper** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 11:44 am

Todd Pinkston? Shoot me now.

Really, if Espy doesn't make the roster now, he never will. Hope he takes advantage of this opportunity.

BnGhog · Post by **BnGhog** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 11:46 am

Anyone notice a pattern here........

DL is getting old.........."thats cause we didn't draft one this offseason"

OL need help.........."thats cause we didn't draft one this offseason"

We need a WR.........."thats cause we didn't draft one this offseason"

We had to sign another back.........."thats cause we didn't draft one this offseason"

Geeezz how many picks did we have again??

trey53 · Post by **trey53** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 11:48 am

Well, I am not a big Pinkston fan by any stretch of the imagination...but maybe...just maybe, he is hungry after facing life without football? Hopefully he can provide some relief to Moss...maybe...please, God, please!

HanburgerHelper · Post by **HanburgerHelper** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 12:00 pm

trey53 wrote:Well, I am not a big Pinkston fan by any stretch of the imagination...but maybe...just maybe, he is hungry after facing life without football? Hopefully he can provide some relief to Moss...maybe...please, God, please!

I think he's hungry for an NFL paycheck. This guy sucks and has been out of football for a while.

Chris Luva Luva · Post by **Chris Luva Luva** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 12:03 pm

The guy doesn't suck...

He's not great, or the best... I wouldn't call him good either... He's decent, he's ok...

I mean dare I say it... He may be a better fit at the #2 position than ARE IF he's 100% fit and knew the offense. But neither is probally true by Miami so whatever. lol

HanburgerHelper · Post by **HanburgerHelper** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 12:03 pm

BnGhog wrote:Anyone notice a pattern here........

DL is getting old.........."thats cause we didn't draft one this offseason"

OL need help.........."thats cause we didn't draft one this offseason"

We need a WR.........."thats cause we didn't draft one this offseason"

We had to sign another back.........."thats cause we didn't draft one this offseason"

Geeezz how many picks did we have again??

What a concept. Build your team through the NFL draft and don't try to buy a team. We need a GM with a brain first.

Justice Hog · Post by **Justice Hog** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 12:23 pm

BnGhog wrote:Plus with his height he'll be a tall guy in the red zone for us.

...as long as he isn't asked to cross over the middle to catch a pass. If/when that happens, Mr. Allegator Arms won't have a chance!

everydayAskinsday · Post by **everydayAskinsday** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 12:27 pm

Justice Hog wrote:
BnGhog wrote:Plus with his height he'll be a tall guy in the red zone for us.

...as long as he isn't asked to cross over the middle to catch a pass. If/when that happens, Mr. Allegator Arms won't have a chance!

this time he has doesnt have to go across against Taylor at least.. the only other guy would be Roy 'cant cover' Williams and he would be beaten anyway

and for everyone talking about the draft.. we had NO picks this year.. I agree we need to address some areas and Im sure it will be done next year where we have all ours picks but the 4th rounder

Chris Luva Luva · Post by **Chris Luva Luva** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 12:40 pm

FYI, according to a B Lloyd interview on Skins lunch, he may play this weekend...

Should be interesting.

Irn-Bru · Post by **Irn-Bru** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 12:48 pm

BnGhog wrote:Anyone notice a pattern here........

DL is getting old.........."thats cause we didn't draft one this offseason"

OL need help.........."thats cause we didn't draft one this offseason"

We need a WR.........."thats cause we didn't draft one this offseason"

We had to sign another back.........."thats cause we didn't draft one this offseason"

Yes, the trend is shortsightedness. Every team only has 1-2 picks to use each year that may yield a starting-caliber player. In order to fill your roster with youth, you have to draft ahead of what you need for this year. So, for example, the Redskins drafted two DT's a year ago when our need didn't seem as great as it does this year. This past offseason they drafted two LB's while everyone was screaming for a defensive end (as if we'd find a starter in the 6th round. . .)

I think the Redskins have shifted strategies with the draft and free angency, but that we won't really be seeing the full effect of it for a few years. And, actually, the Skins are now more in line with the philosophy of those draft gods the Patriots, Eagles, and Ravens (:puke:), which is what most people on THN have been pining for.

We could have had 10 picks this year and we still wouldn't have filled the needs that members here are screaming bloody murder over. . .but I guess you can't please everyone all the time. . .

skinsfan#33 · Post by **skinsfan#33** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 1:34 pm

Skinna Mob wrote:Lord someone call Rod Gardner!!!

OMG that was funny!
Are we that desperate at WR! For either I mean!

Fios · Post by **Fios** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 1:36 pm

Didn't the Redskins draft a couple of young defensive lineman last year? Something like Golston and Montgomery?

skinsfan#33 · Post by **skinsfan#33** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 1:37 pm

HitDoctor wrote:THAT is why this team will consistently be picking at the top of the draft and the eagles will pick at the bottom. We have no GM and no PLAN!!!!

Wait a second, didn't the Beagle carry his sorry but for almost a decade! Atleast he just signed a vet min contract and we can cut him with no cap impact.

skinsfan#33 · Post by **skinsfan#33** » Tue Aug 14, 2007 1:47 pm

Chris Luva Luva wrote:The guy doesn't suck...

He's not great, or the best... I wouldn't call him good either... He's decent, he's ok...

I mean dare I say it... He may be a better fit at the #2 position than ARE IF he's 100% fit and knew the offense. But neither is probally true by Miami so whatever. lol

If that is true, we are in bad shape!