Westbrook Released
by CanadianViking on Feb 23, 2010 1:34 PM CST
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PrintI know the LT speculation has just started but Westbrook is probably even more plausible. I know he's got the concussion issue but if he's past that problem he might be the perfect replacement for Chester. As a third down pass catching back he has been one of the best in the league for years. Add Chilly's familiarity with him as well as his love for ex-Philly players and I think this will happen. Childress just has to go fishing with Reid and find out the inside story on the concussions, sign him to a friendly contract, and our backup running back position is filled and possibly upgraded.
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It’s hard to say this would be an upgrade, which is why you said “possibly upgraded”. Personally I would rather re-sign Chester because we know what we have with him. Westbrook was severely limited last season, and to my knowledge, was nothing stellar when he did see the field.
Too much risk for a moderate reward.
Can’t really argue with you about the risk factor. I would be very happy to have Taylor back but I think Westbrook could excel in Taylor’s role. My other point was that Chilly will have the inside track on the extent of his injuries and we might end up with a bargain. Westbrook has been a pro-bowl talent but with his durability issues he was never suited for the lead back role. Also, if we lose Chester we might actually be able to upgrade another area (DB’s) through free agency. Taylor’s the best free agent back out there this year and I don’t think we’re going to be able to hold onto him. Our options for his replacement are Young, released vets like LT and Westbrook, or the draft. Given those options I think Westbrook might be the best fit if Taylor leaves.
by CanadianViking on Feb 23, 2010 2:19 PM CST up reply actions
No to L.T. and Westbrook.
obviously the eagles knew he was done. He will be 31 before the season starts. Thats ancient for running backs. Lets try to bring back Chester or just go ahead with albert young.
David Chagoya
Isnt chester pretty much the same age?
"We have a right to be proud, for in our veins flows the blood of many brave races who fought as the lion fights for lordship. Here, in the whirlpool of European races, the Ugric tribe bore down from Iceland the fighting spirit which Thor and Odin gave them, which their Berserkers displayed to such fell intent on the seaboards of Europe, ay, and of Asia and Africa too, till the peoples thought that the werewolves themselves had come."
-from Bram Stoker's Dracula
True, but LT has a lot more "natural" ability
"We have a right to be proud, for in our veins flows the blood of many brave races who fought as the lion fights for lordship. Here, in the whirlpool of European races, the Ugric tribe bore down from Iceland the fighting spirit which Thor and Odin gave them, which their Berserkers displayed to such fell intent on the seaboards of Europe, ay, and of Asia and Africa too, till the peoples thought that the werewolves themselves had come."
-from Bram Stoker's Dracula
Westbrook could excel as a third down running back
instead of pounding the ball 20 times a game, and taking countless hits, he’d be just fine!
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by UnBannedVikingholic on Feb 23, 2010 4:13 PM CST reply actions
Think of the possiblities!
Brett Favre
Randy Moss
Adrian Peterson
Brian Westbrook
Sidney Rice
Percy Harvin
Shincoe
I mean I would just cry when this squad stepped on the field!
But with that said, the good thing about this lineup is that we’d be set on offense so our Draft could go about 4-6 picks to defense!
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by UnBannedVikingholic on Feb 23, 2010 4:15 PM CST reply actions
I was thinking...
How cool would it to have Peppers replace R. Edwards too..
Focus on our O-line & D-backs for our draft.
Don't forget an Offensive lineman
Westbrook vs Taylor, I hate to say it but I have to go with Chester. He’s an all purpose back that can fill the void if necessary. If AD gets injured this season who would you rather have backing him up? Westbrook who will be renting a bed next to AD soon or CT who eats glass and craps light bulbs?
Westbrook is a good back but so is Chester. Got to go with the grass is greener argument on this one.
It's a lot easier to love the Vikings when they win...
However that line up would look a lot like what the skins try (and fail to do)
which is buy a Superbowl. Team chemistry is an imporant factor and the fact that CT knows the offense, how the line blocks, how the QB throws the ball all make measurable differences with a player. Now Moss, well dang it’s like dating that psycho who’s great in the sack every night your excited every morning your asking yourself why…
It's a lot easier to love the Vikings when they win...
Somehow our team
just finds a way to come together with the system that Chilly has set up, and Pat Williams wouldn’t let anyone get out of hand anyhow!
Favre + 3 = ❼ = Vikings= 2009-2010 NFL Champions= New Stadium=Greatest Fans and Team!
by UnBannedVikingholic on Feb 23, 2010 4:32 PM CST up reply actions
And our Team wouldn't "Buy" their way to the Superbowl
we’d still have to come to play week in and out as a team and that what matters, and the way our lockeroom was enjoying themselves after the Cowboys victory, I think we can stick together until death do us apart…lol
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by UnBannedVikingholic on Feb 23, 2010 4:35 PM CST up reply actions
You would think that and I undersatnd what your saying
but team chemistry can take a good team and make it great. Adding high profile ego’s into the mix can (not saying it will) cause that to break down.
It's a lot easier to love the Vikings when they win...
I like CT WAY more, but
I wouldn’t mind if we went after Westbrook IF we lost CT.
The only problem I see in that, is that ou D would get pretty tired after games.
I mean, how could ANYONE stop that Offense ?
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Lol Nice I don't know eitha
And boy would we outshine the Saints the first game of the season!
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by UnBannedVikingholic on Feb 23, 2010 4:27 PM CST up reply actions
Yeah!
How awesome would it be to begin the season with a 40+ points game, winning by 20+ against the team that won the Superbowl the season before ?
SKÖL VIKINGS!
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If it synched up it would be rediculous.
Of course some of them may die of old age along the way.
It's a lot easier to love the Vikings when they win...
Think of the possibilities indeed
Brett Favre – Old as balls
Randy Moss – Prima donna
Adrian Peterson – Has Fumbilitis
Brian Westbrook – Sees three quarterbacks at a time
Sidney Rice – No negative comment, pure talent with this one.
Percy Harvin – Had a Migraine
Shincoe – Isn’t very attentive (since “he had no idea” Favre was getting hit so often in the NFC Championship he probably would not realize you were playing).
For your information Viking's and Colt's fans, no matter how much you say it, you were not the better team in 2009.
You're a chomp busta!
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by UnBannedVikingholic on Feb 23, 2010 4:33 PM CST up reply actions
Ha
Which part is inaccurate?
For your information Viking's and Colt's fans, no matter how much you say it, you were not the better team in 2009.
Sure not the part
about us beating the Saints as week 1
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by UnBannedVikingholic on Feb 23, 2010 4:37 PM CST up reply actions
Haha
Good on you for reading the hidden message i had put in that previous post.
Time will tell. Should be interesting regardless.
And off of Rotoworld for you guys (looks like lots of people see the Westbrook fit):
Beat writer Judd Zulgad suggests the Vikings could be interested in Brian Westbrook if Chester Taylor departs via free agency.
It may be the most obvious fit at this stage of Westbrook’s career. He’s familiar with Brad Childress’ offense after their time together in Philly from 2002-05. It would give Westbrook a chance to play for a contender while filling Taylor’s third-down role behind Adrian Peterson.
For your information Viking's and Colt's fans, no matter how much you say it, you were not the better team in 2009.
I think the Vikings will be 2-0 against the Saints
next season! :) Is the feeling of winning a Superbowl unexplainable?
Favre + 3 = ❼ = Vikings= 2009-2010 NFL Champions= New Stadium=Greatest Fans and Team!
by UnBannedVikingholic on Feb 23, 2010 4:42 PM CST up reply actions
I'm sorry it's just that
as a Vikings fan I don’t know what it feels like!
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by UnBannedVikingholic on Feb 23, 2010 4:44 PM CST up reply actions
Hey anything is possible.
You guys do have a hell of a good team.
As for the feeling. “Incredible” does not do it justice. At any point in time, the recollection of the feeling when the last few seconds of that game ticked away never fails to give me a massive high.
For your information Viking's and Colt's fans, no matter how much you say it, you were not the better team in 2009.
Brett – Old as balls as he may be, he still had the best season of his carreer last season.
Moss – Prima donna as he may be, he said he still has unfinished business in MN, so I believe he would do his 100% for this team.
AP – Will work on that the offseason, he deserves the chance to prove everyone that said that wrong.
The others I will not even comment, as they are just ridiculous.
SKÖL VIKINGS!
SHOW YOUR HORNS!
No offense man
But i think Randy only puts out 100% for himself. Maybe i am wrong. But he doesnt seem to be one of the players who takes the onus on himself. And the others are kind of true. Just a little bit of a joke to liven up the day.
For your information Viking's and Colt's fans, no matter how much you say it, you were not the better team in 2009.
None taken.
And if Randy puts out 100% for himself, it would already help us in an enormous way, on the field, at least.
SKÖL VIKINGS!
SHOW YOUR HORNS!
Honestly
Your receiving threats are pretty impressive as they are. Harvin, Rice and Shiancoe are all pretty damn good. Berrian is good. I think CT is a must keep for you guys. You have all the pieces. Anything can happen in a season.
Since we won this year. All the best to you guys next year for winning your first SB!
For your information Viking's and Colt's fans, no matter how much you say it, you were not the better team in 2009.
Berrian is good, maybe even pretty damn good too when healthy, but Randy is a future Hall of Famer for sure. So, if there’s the option of him coming and not destroying our locker room, I’d take him any day of any week.
Anyway, thanks for the SB wishes. :)
SKÖL VIKINGS!
SHOW YOUR HORNS!
'Unfinished Business'
If Moss wants to return to Minny, it’s only for 1 reason;
He wants that ring. Pure and simple, and he didn’t get to NE in time to get one.
Ah, ah,
We come from the land of the ice and snow,
From the midnight sun where the hot springs blow.
The hammer of the gods will drive our ships to new lands,
To fight the horde, singing and crying: Valhalla, I am coming!
SKOL!
Seriously?
Pull up your pants your bf is done. Ok that was a bit rude. Hey has anyone kissed Brees again? Oprah what a dork.
It's a lot easier to love the Vikings when they win...
Agreed Oprah is a dork.
On that note, the alarm in Oprah’s fortress of evil is probably going off and i will be ripped from my office any secon…..
For your information Viking's and Colt's fans, no matter how much you say it, you were not the better team in 2009.
I figured this out
First, we obtain these players:
LaDainian Tomlinson
Julius Peppers
Brian Westbrook
Chad Pennington
Jason Taylor
etc
Then we invent time travel, go back to 2006, and win it all.
Lmao
Great way to insure a stadium will be built!
Favre + 3 = ❼ = Vikings= 2009-2010 NFL Champions= New Stadium=Greatest Fans and Team!
by UnBannedVikingholic on Feb 23, 2010 4:43 PM CST up reply actions
why 06?
"And I will strike down upon thee with great vengeance and furious anger those who attempt to poison and destroy my brothers. And you will know my name is the Lord when I lay my vengeance upon you!"
random
Just some random year in the past when all those guys were probably in their prime.
by medicineball on Feb 24, 2010 4:51 PM CST up reply actions
Concussions
You don’t just “get past” a concussion that left you unconscious for four minutes or whatever it was. Even with the best of care, Westbrook’s career is probably over. He is a fierce competitor and probably refuses to admit it. I just don’t think he will ever be nearly the same.
Chester Taylor is the one we want.
Hey when does Free Agency start?
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by UnBannedVikingholic on Feb 23, 2010 5:12 PM CST reply actions
the other side of the coin
it would allow us to fous on defence in the draft and strengthen the o-line depth.
Just one name is all we need to hear
If Chester leaves it’s Ian Johnsons time!
A bird in the hand is worth about 10.99 at KFC and makes me lick my chops
Yummy!!!!!
Free Agency
Lets take a moment to review.
We can not sign a high priced free agent like Peppers ( top 8 rule)
We can sign players that were cut by their team ( like LT or Westbrook)
We can sign RFAs without restrictions ( but they cost draft picks)
Winning is not everything but it sure feels like it sometimes
I'll still take Chester over Westbrook or LT
But I’d prefer Westbrook over LT if we do have to replace Chester. I think either replacement option will probably be too costly, but Westbrook is obviously familiar with Chilly’s offense since they were together in Philly.
So CanadianVike, about that hockey game Sunday night… :)
by Eric J. Thompson on Feb 24, 2010 9:40 AM CST reply actions
Westbrook is now fragile
If Brian Westbrook plays in 2010, and takes one hit to his head and has a concussion, he will have to go on injured reserve or retire. Even if it’s Week 1 or training camp. Westbrook cannot rationally risk any more brain damage. Every concussion does permanent damage to the brain and the effects are cumulative. The first shot he took in 2009 was a wicked blow, and the second one was when his brain was still recovering from the other one.
Westbrook should retire at this time. He is lucky that everything has come back for him after getting knocked out cold for four minutes. If he takes another vicious shot to the head, he could literally die. After Korey Stringer, I don’t want to read the news one day that a Viking died in the line of duty or anything like that ever again.
Concussions are no joke. Merril Hoge had to re-learn how to read when he retired from the NFL due to concussions he suffered. Aikman was lucky to get out with his health intact. Steve Young too.
We don’t want to put anyone at risk, and we can’t put our team at risk by investing heavily in one guy who might miss half the year or more when we really need that guy in uniform to protect Brett Favre and spell Adrian Peterson.
If we lost Chester Taylor, and nobody we’ve already got can pass-block well enough, and no rookie we draft can either, then we should try to get LT or some other vet. Not Westbrook.
This is the same reasoning I’ve got with Jahvid Best, by the way.
Agree with you 100% on that MB
If Chester leaves, LT is a better option. No injury concern. LT would be able to be an every down back if needed, not just a 3rd down back.
With all that being said, if Chester does leave, I think we are set with Young and Johnson.
"We have a right to be proud, for in our veins flows the blood of many brave races who fought as the lion fights for lordship. Here, in the whirlpool of European races, the Ugric tribe bore down from Iceland the fighting spirit which Thor and Odin gave them, which their Berserkers displayed to such fell intent on the seaboards of Europe, ay, and of Asia and Africa too, till the peoples thought that the werewolves themselves had come."
-from Bram Stoker's Dracula
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