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Redskins | Portis misses practice Friday Fri Nov 20, 02:37 PM
Ryan O'Halloran, of The Washington Times, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (concussion) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He had been ruled out of Week 11 earlier in the week.
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Redskins | Portis to meet with concussion specialist Fri Nov 20, 12:58 PM
Rick Maese, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (concussion) is scheduled to travel to Pittsburgh to meet with a specialist regarding his concussion.
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Redskins | Portis misses practice Thursday Thu Nov 19, 04:11 PM
Updating previous reports, Ryan O'Halloran, of The Washington Times, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (concussion) did not participate in practice Thursday, Nov. 19.He has been ruled out for Week 11.
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Redskins | Portis ruled out for Week 11 Thu Nov 19, 03:37 PM
Rick Maese, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins head coach Jim Zorn said RB Clinton Portis (concussion) has been ruled out for Week 11.
| Our view: This news is not a surprise. Portis owners had to know going into the season that there was a good chance he would miss some time with injury. We'll see Ladell Betts running the football for the Redskins once again, and Rock Cartwright will get a few carries as well. |
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Redskins | Portis not practicing Thursday Thu Nov 19, 02:09 PM
Rick Maese, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (concussion) is not participating in practice Thursday, Nov. 19.
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Redskins | Portis misses practice Wednesday Wed Nov 18, 09:47 PM
Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (concussion) missed the team's practice Wednesday, Nov. 18.
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Redskins | Portis says no need to hurry back if Betts plays well Wed Nov 18, 06:22 PM
Dan Steinberg, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (concussion) said he does not need to rush back to the lineup as long as RB Ladell Betts is playing well while is out.
| Our view: Portis indicated that he would not mind splitting time with Ladell Betts when he is able to return fully healthy. Portis also said he will do what he can during practice while he still is experiencing symptoms from the concussion. |
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Redskins | Portis considered doubtful for Week 11 Wed Nov 18, 03:31 PM
Redskins.com reports Washington Redskins head coach Jim Zorn said RB Clinton Portis (concussion) is considered doubtful for Week 11 because he still is having symptoms from the concussion.
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Redskins | Portis still feeling effects of concussion Mon Nov 16, 03:47 PM
The Associated Press reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (concussion) is still experiencing 'a little blurriness' and is uncertain if he can play in Week 11 against the Dallas Cowboys. He will regain his starting job when he returns to the team. Head coach Jim Zorn wants to see Portis participate in a full practice before playing him.
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Redskins | Might rotate RBs with Betts in Week 10 Sun Nov 15, 12:19 PM
The NFL Network's Jason La Canfora reports Washington Redskins RB Ladell Betts (ankle) will start in Week 10 in place of RB Clinton Portis (concussion), but Betts still isn't 100 percent. The Redskins may rotate other backs with Betts to keep him fresh. Head coach Jim Zorn said Friday, Nov. 13, RBs Rock Cartwright and Quinton Ganther could be used in a committee approach this week against the Denver Broncos.
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Redskins | Week 10 Inactives Sun Nov 15, 12:12 PM
The Washington Redskins have declared DL Anthony Montgomery, TE Chris Cooley, RB Clinton Portis, FB Eddie Williams, CB Kevin Barnes, OT Mike D. Williams, DL Renaldo Wynn, LB Robert Henson inactive for Week 10.
| Our view: Ladell Betts is active, but will be limited with his ankle injury. Expect some rotation with Quinton Ganther. |
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Redskins | Portis could miss several games Sat Nov 14, 10:28 AM
Jason Reid, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (concussion) still is experiencing effects after suffering a concussion, stirring questions about whether he might sit out the remainder of the season.
| Our view: The team is going to be cautious with bring Portis back from this head injury, and they could decide it would be best to shut him down for a few more weeks. Ladell Betts is battling a foot injury, but is expected to play against the Broncos this week. |
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Redskins | Portis misses practice Friday Fri Nov 13, 02:36 PM
Ryan O'Halloran, of The Washington Times, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 13. He has been ruled out for Week 10.
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Redskins | Portis ruled out for Week 10 Thu Nov 12, 03:56 PM
Ryan O'Halloran, of The Washington Times, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (concussion) has been ruled out for Week 10.
| Our view: Ladell Betts should get the start and makes for an acceptable RB2 and solid flex play, as long as his ankle injury doesn't keep him out of the lineup. |
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Redskins | Portis misses practice Wednesday Wed Nov 11, 09:49 PM
Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (concussion) missed the team's practice Wednesday, Nov. 11.
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Redskins | Portis hopes to play Week 10 Tue Nov 10, 06:40 PM
Rick Maese, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (concussion) said during a radio interview that he hopes to play in Week 10 but it is too early to tell if he will be medically cleared to play.
| Our view: Portis is unlikely to be 100% by Sunday, so if he does play the Redskins could bring him back slowly from this injury. Ladell Betts played well this last week, and the entire team seemed to play better when he was in the game. Betts could have a bigger role in the future even if Portis is completely healthy. |
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Redskins | Could re-sign Ganther Tue Nov 10, 01:10 PM
David Elfin, of The Washington Times, reports Washington Redskins head coach Jim Zorn said the team could re-sign RB Quinton Ganther with RB Clinton Portis (concussion) doubtful for Week 10.
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Redskins | Portis still has a headache Mon Nov 9, 07:36 PM
Updating a previous item, Rick Maese, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (concussion) still has a headache and does not remember the play on which he was hurt. Head coach Jim Zorn has said Portis is doubtful for Week 10.
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Redskins | Portis to undergo tests Tuesday Mon Nov 9, 05:11 PM
The Associated Press reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (concussion) will undergo tests to determine his availability for Week 10 Tuesday, Nov. 10. He is currently doubtful to play in Week 10.
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Redskins | Portis likely to miss Week 10 Mon Nov 9, 02:19 PM
Jason Reid, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (concussion) will likely miss Week 10 against the Denver Broncos.
| Our view: Portis is likely going to be out in a matchup against his former squad, and the Redskins might sign Larry Johnson to take his place. |
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Redskins | Portis suffered apparent concussion Week 9 Sun Nov 8, 05:05 PM
Updating a previous report, The Associated Press reports Washington Redskins WR Clinton Portis (concussion) suffered an apparent concussion in Week 9.
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Redskins | Portis out with concussion Sun Nov 8, 01:52 PM
Rick Maese, of the Washington Post, reports that Redskins RB Clinton Portis has suffered a concussion, and he will not return to the game.
| Our view: Ladell Betts should get a lot of work in Portis place, but the Redskins seem more destined for a top five pick every week. |
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Redskins | Portis expected to play Week 7 Sat Oct 24, 08:31 PM
Updating a previous report, Ryan O'Halloran, of The Washington Times, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (ankle) is expected to play in Week 7.
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Redskins | Portis questionable for Week 7 Sat Oct 24, 06:21 PM
Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (ankle) was limited during practice Saturday, Oct. 24. He is listed as questionable for Week 7.
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Redskins | Portis misses practice Friday Fri Oct 23, 02:42 PM
Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Oct. 23. He is expected to play in Week 7.
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Redskins | Portis misses practice Thursday Thu Oct 22, 05:16 PM
Ryan O'Halloran, of The Washington Times, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (ankle) did not participate in practice Thursday, Oct. 22. He will be able to play in Week 7.
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Redskins | Portis not worried about running game Thu Oct 22, 02:23 PM
Jason Reid, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis said he is not worried about the running game with team consultant Sherman Lewis now calling the plays. 'It ain't hard, I mean, you either run gut, counter, stretch, toss, dive, or draw,' Portis said. 'You can call it however you want to call it, but them are the only runs in football. For him to be an offensive coordinator for as long as he has, I'm sure he knows that as well. Maybe it's the formations. I don't know why he would say that, but I don't think it's too hard to call the running game.'
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Redskins | Portis dealing with several leg problems Thu Oct 22, 02:08 PM
Jason Reid, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (leg) said he is dealing with several different problems with his right leg. 'It's just my right leg. I've got plantar faciitis, an ankle, the inside of my MCL, and a calf all on my right leg. So if I can get a new lower leg, I'll be fine,' Portis said.
| Our view: Same old, same old here with Clinton Portis. This is why Ladell Betts is a must handcuff for all Portis owners. |
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Redskins | Portis misses practice Wednesday Wed Oct 21, 03:42 PM
Redskins.com reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (ankle) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Oct. 21.
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Redskins | Portis injured Week 6, able to return Sun Oct 18, 03:47 PM
NFL.com reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (ankle) suffered an ankle injury during the team's Week 6 game but was able to return later in the game.
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Redskins | Portis probable for Week 6 Fri Oct 16, 06:02 PM
Ryan O'Halloran, of The Washington Times, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (calf) was limited during practice Friday, Oct. 16. He is listed as probable for Week 6 and will play.
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Redskins | Portis limited Thursday Thu Oct 15, 02:48 PM
Ryan O'Halloran, of The Washington Times, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (calf) was limited to goal line and short-yardage situations during practice Thursday, Oct. 15. He will be able to play in Week 6.
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Redskins | Portis hopes he will not have to block more than usual Thu Oct 15, 10:23 AM
Rick Maese and Mike Wise, of The Washington Post, report Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis said he hopes he will not have to block more than usual in Week 6 because of injuries to the offensive line but is willing to do it if necessary.
| Our view: With OT Chris Samuels out with a neck injury we should once again see more of Chris Cooley staying in to block. Last week he helped pick up the slack after Samuels went down and thus was absent from the box score. |
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Redskins | Portis limited in practice Wednesday Wed Oct 14, 09:25 PM
Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (calf) was limited during the team's practice Wednesday, Oct. 14.
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Redskins | Portis says he is fine with Sellers Wed Oct 14, 09:11 AM
ESPN.com reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis said his recent exchange with FB Mike Sellers was a minor incident that was blown out of proportion. Portis likened the altercation to two brothers having a disagreement and said the two are fine now. 'You know, when you work with somebody year-round, every day, you know, Mike always (feels) like that big brother-little brother role. I think Mike being an older cat and a veteran cat, Mike always (wants) the big brother role, and sometimes little brother and big brother (are) not gonna co-exist.'
| Our view: A football team is like a family, and sometimes families fight. Both guys probably feel better for getting this issue out in the open. The duo also must realize the team has more problems than just their issue. If the Redskins continue to stumble this season, we could see a lot of changes on the team next year. |
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Redskins | Portis struggling Mon Oct 12, 08:22 PM
Michael Lombardi, of The National Football Post, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis has averaged 3.3 yards per carry in his last nine games. During Week 5 against the Carolina Panthers, who were the worst run defense in the NFL, he averaged just 3.0 yards per carry.
| Our view: Portis isn't yet 30, but he's plummeting over the cliff that most running backs hit around that age. He came into the league young and he has endured too many 300+ carry seasons during his tenure with the Redskins. He'll still have RB2 fantasy value this year because he's the first, second, and third option in the red zone, but his days as a starting NFL running back are numbered. |
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Redskins | Portis scores twice Week 5 Sun Oct 11, 05:02 PM
The Associated Press reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis had 19 carries for 57 yards with a rushing touchdown Week 5. He also had two receptions for 17 receiving yards with another touchdown in the game.
| Our view: Portis had trouble finding room to run against Carolina but broke free on two scoring plays. |
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Redskins | Portis, Sellers have heated exchange Sat Oct 10, 11:13 AM
Jason Reid, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis and FB Mike Sellers had a heated exchange this week over Portis's frustration with Sellers's blocking this season. No punches were thrown during the argument, which occurred Monday, Oct. 5, but the players had to be separated and restrained, according to multiple sources.
| Our view: According to the sources, Sellers confronted Portis after learning the running back requested to have Sellers removed from the game during Week 4. We'd like to see Portis dress up as Southeast Jerome the next time he gets in a fight with Mike Sellers. |
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Redskins | Zorn says team not signing RB Chris Henry Tue Oct 6, 01:16 PM
The Washington Post reports on their twitter feed that on his radio show, Jim Zorn says the Redskins will not be signing ex-Titans RB Chris Henry.
| Our view: Henry worked out for the team on Monday, but the team decided to go with what they've got behind Clinton Portis. Ladell Betts and Marcus Mason would get the first crack at the starting job if Portis were to miss time with injury. |
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Redskins | Portis active in Week 4 Sun Oct 4, 11:50 AM
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (calf) is active in Week 4.
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Adam Schefter, of ESPN.com, reports that Washington RB Clinton Portis will play today vs. Tampa Bay.
| Our view: Portis makes a good flex and acceptable RB2 in his easy matchup vs. Tampa. |
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Redskins | Portis questionable for Week 4 Fri Oct 2, 02:21 PM
Jason Reid, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins head coach Jim Zorn said RB Clinton Portis (calf) is questionable for Week 4.
| Our view: Ladell Betts and Marcus Mason split first team reps this week and Zorn would likely roll with whichever gets off to a hotter start if Portis cannot go. There were hints earlier in the week that Portis was likely to go, but he's now a game-time decision at best after not practicing all week. |
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Redskins | Portis practicing Friday Fri Oct 2, 12:07 PM
CBSSports.com reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (calf) is participating in practice Friday, Oct. 2.
| Our view: We've seen Portis miss practice time before, yet play well on Sunday. This week against the Bucs and their poor run defense, it could be a bounce back game for Portis and the Redskins ground game. |
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Redskins | Portis misses practice Thursday Thu Oct 1, 04:16 PM
Ryan O'Halloran, of The Washington Times, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (calf) did not participate in practice Thursday, Oct. 1.
| Our view: Portis is expected to start in week 4, but once again we're seeing injuries catch up to him. The Redskins may try to give Ladell Betts some more carries to help keep Portis fresh. We could also see the Redskins use Anthony Alridge as a change-of-pace third-down back. |
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Redskins | Portis misses practice Wednesday Wed Sep 30, 09:00 PM
Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (calf) missed the team's practice Wednesday, Sept. 30.
| Our view: Portis is already having trouble with bone spurs in his ankles. It's clear that he's not going to approach his old form this year. Deal him if you can get anything near the value that usually goes with his name in fantasy leagues. |
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Redskins | Portis slowed by bone spurs in ankles Tue Sep 29, 06:56 PM
Jason Reid, of the Washington Post, reports that Redskins RB Clinton Portis has been slowed by bone spurs in his ankles. When Reid asked if Portis was exaggerating the injury to avoid practice, he was told that it is "definitely not one of Portis's ploys to avoid practice and he's doing things he has never done in an effort to remain in the lineup."
| Our view: Portis isn't thirty yet, but that doesn't mean that his body isn't used up. If you can cash in something approaching his name brand value entering the season, do it, because Portis and the Redskins aren't going anywhere this season. |
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Redskins | Portis injured Week 3 Mon Sep 28, 12:52 PM
Redskins.com reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (calf) suffered a minor calf injury in Week 3, which was why he was not in the game late in the fourth quarter. 'He's doing well,' head coach Jim Zorn said of Portis.
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Redskins | Portis will play Week 3 Sun Sep 27, 12:21 PM
Adam Schefter, of ESPN, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (ankles) is active for the team's Week 3 game versus the Detroit Lions.
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Jason Reid, from the Washington Post, notes that in a highly unusual move, the Redskins are carrying five running backs on the roster: Clinton Portis, Anthony Alridge, Ladell Betts, Marcus Mason and Rock Cartwright. Portis, Betts, Mason and Cartwright are considered tackle-to-tackle guys. Alridge is the only member of the group with home-run potential, and he moved ahead of Mason and Cartwright as soon as he was re-signed.
| Our view: Reid also thinks that Betts grip on the third down role isn't as strong as it was before the opener. He has barely produced when called upon, and doesn't have the same type of big play ability that Alridge has. However, if Portis were to miss time due to injury Betts would get first crack at the starting job. |
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Redskins | Portis questionable for Week 3 Fri Sep 25, 03:19 PM
David Elfin, of The Washington Times, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (ankles) was limited during practice Friday, Sept. 25. He is listed as questionable for Week 3, but the Redskins head coach Jim Zorn expects Portis to play.
| Our view: The matchup against the Lions is too good to pass up as long as Portis is active, but if he isn't, Ladell Betts becomes an immediate must-start. |
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