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RB Marcel Shipp, Arizona Cardinals
HT: 5-11, WT: 226, Born: 8-8-1978, College: Massachusetts, Drafted: ---
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2008 Projections
| RSH | YD | Y/R | TD | REC | YD | Y/R | TD | FPT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Dodds | 15 | 41 | 2.7 | 1 | 3 | 20 | 6.7 | 0 | 12 |
| Bob Henry | 20 | 74 | 3.7 | 0 | 4 | 28 | 7.0 | 0 | 10 |
| Jason Wood | 45 | 150 | 3.3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27 | |
| Maurile Tremblay | 27 | 101 | 3.7 | 1 | 13 | 103 | 7.9 | 0 | 26 |
Best Case
If Edgerrin James were to go down with injury it would Marcel Shipp that would currently get a majority of the carries. Marcel is a proven backup and while a solid veteran he more than likely would end up in a RBBC with both J.J. Arrington and Tim Hightower.
Worst Case
In recent years Marcel Shipp hasn't even been able to muster over 3 YPC. Once thought of as a possible TD vulture for Edgerrin James it appears that Shipp's main role is an "in case of emergency" back. He doesn't get many receptions or 3rd down opportunities because of J.J. Arrington. With the addition of Tim Hightower this season it could mean even less opportunity for Shipp.
Outlook
If he makes the team then one shouldn't expect much from Marcel Shipp in the way of production. Edgerrin James needs to stay fresh, and the Cardinals may look to rookie Tim Hightower to do that. This means the Shipp may have to sail from Arizona. The situation depends on the development of the rookie Hightower, if he shows that he can be effective immediately then it may be farewell for Marcel Shipp.
2008 Schedule
| Week | Opponent |
|---|---|
| 1 | at San Francisco 49ers |
| 2 | Miami Dolphins |
| 3 | at Washington Redskins |
| 4 | at New York Jets |
| 5 | Buffalo Bills |
| 6 | Dallas Cowboys |
| Bye week | |
| 8 | at Carolina Panthers |
| 9 | at St. Louis Rams |
| 10 | San Francisco 49ers |
| 11 | at Seattle Seahawks |
| 12 | New York Giants |
| 13 | at Philadelphia Eagles |
| 14 | St. Louis Rams |
| 15 | Minnesota Vikings |
| 16 | at New England Patriots |
| 17 | Seattle Seahawks |
2007 Game Summaries
Week 1 - Shipp came in on third and long situations only.
Week 2 - Shipp saw very limited action. J.J. Arrington seemed to be getting all the love on third downs.
Week 3 - Shipp had one rush and one catch, both coming in the second half. He was also flagged for a personal foul that gave the Ravens' great field position on their only touchdown drive.
Week 4 - Shipp was targeted with three short passes, but did not record a run. He was injured in the second quarter and did not return to the game. It was reported that Shipp had a rib injury.
Week 5 - Shipp's first and only run came on a draw play up the middle for ten yards on a third and long play that came up short for a first down.
Week 7 - Shipp was used sparingly by the Arizona Cardinals posting one reception for seven yards and one goal line carry for minus one yard.
Week 9 - Shipp rushed once for one yard on a short yardage situation. He failed to convert the first down.
Week 10 - Shipp rushed three times, but had no yardage. His only pass reception went for eight yards.
Week 12 - Shipp scored on a one yard touchdown run in the second quarter. He also converted on a fourth and one late in the third quarter gaining four yards for the first down. He gained all his yardage in short yardage or goal line offense situations.
