We all knew the day was coming, but that doesn't mean we feel good about it. All signs point to the Washington Redskins releasing Clinton Portis, the team's second all-time leading rusher, within the next few days.
Speaking with the media from the NFL Combine yesterday, Mike Shanahan hinted to Mike Jones of the Washington Post that the only way Portis would be back with the team would be if he agreed to a smaller contract.
If we're not going to sign Clinton to that high salary, I'll let him test the market out. Not to say we don't want him, but for a lower price, and obviously we'll try to find the best deal. It could happen. I don't want to say right now. If I said that, usually I'm being pretty honest with you. Could be two days from now, could be three days from now.
Dominic Zaccagnini of the Fox Sports Radio Network also says that he spoke to Shanahan today and the coach plans for Portis to be released within the next 48 hours.
Fortunately for Portis, he's smart enough to know that "This is a business." In a conversation with Grant Paulsen of 106.7 The Fan earlier today, Portis indicated that he's ready to move on.
If it’s time to move on, I’ll do that. I’m appreciative of everything they’ve done for me. I had a good time and enjoyed myself ... I don’t think the Washington Redskins owe me anything. I enjoyed my time in DC and I think I made the most of my time here. If it’s the end of the road, I’m thankful for my time in Washington.
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Releasing Clinton Portis
I like Clinton Portis as a player and really respect how hard he played when he was on the field. He is one of the best blocking RB’s in NFL history and if you don’t think so then watch some tape and then talk to me. He is no longer a feature back anymore and with the NFL being a business you can’t afford to pay him that kind of money. I just can’t see him playing a full 16 or 18 game season and staying healthy. His body has taken a beating over the years and he is at the stage in his career where he needs to be splitting carries if he wants a job in the NFL. I am curious to see what type of market there will be for him when he is released by the Redskins.
by Beltwayboy on Feb 27, 2011 4:02 PM EST reply actions
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