Cribbs Status
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He left indeed as miss him a bit. But won't miss him as a whole. You have to really be a beloved player to leave and be missed!
He left indeed as miss him a bit. But won't miss him as a whole. You have to really be a beloved player to leave and be missed!
Sentimentality aside, it was time for a change. Hell, the 49ers unloaded Joe Freaking Montana.Travis Benjamin has proved he was the better (and cheaper option). For those who objectively watched it was obvious Cribbs had lost at least a step or two last year. I'd bet Benjamin would beat Josh by 10 yards in a 100 yard dash now.
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Speaking of objectivity - my first season following football was last season, and it seemed like Benjamin generally got more ground on returns (and the various trick plays like reverses) than cribbs managed. The only caveat to that would be that when cribbs brought it out he tended to make the right decision, something that Benjamin may struggle with (or not).
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Speaking of objectivity - my first season following football was last season, and it seemed like Benjamin generally got more ground on returns (and the various trick plays like reverses) than cribbs managed. The only caveat to that would be that when cribbs brought it out he tended to make the right decision, something that Benjamin may struggle with (or not).
Speaking of objectivity - my first season following football was last season, and it seemed like Benjamin generally got more ground on returns (and the various trick plays like reverses) than cribbs managed. The only caveat to that would be that when cribbs brought it out he tended to make the right decision, something that Benjamin may struggle with (or not).
Making the right decisions comes with experience. Benjamin will do better this year compared to last year. Already in the preseason he has returned two punts for TDS (one was called back for a penalty that had no impact on the play).
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So Cribbs was allowed to leave at the right time. As were Quinn, McCoy and Hillis traded at the right time.
Take note, Poetic G.
Zombo
Zombo said:
So Cribbs was allowed to leave at the right time. As were Quinn, McCoy and Hillis traded at the right time.
Take note, Poetic G.
Zombo
I must admit that when situations such as what Mingo is dealing with I almost tacitly go with the 'here we go again; horrible (draft pick, trade, FA sign, coaching hire...pick any one) and we are doomed; however, your point brings home that some good decisions are being and have been made
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I don't know... Cribbs should have been tried at Safety IMO. Hillis should have been made to be a fullback for Richardson and Colt should have gotten a chance. The Jury is still out on these for me... LoL
However, I like Benjamin, he's fast and agile, I just hope he's smart and doesn't take too big a hit. Hillis wouldn't cooperate. I would still rather have Colt backing up Weeden than Campbell.
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Colts about to get cut.....cause he sucks.....really, really bad. What you just say? 49ers just signed Seneca Wallace?
Lmao...
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I love Cribbs and always will, but it was obvious he lost a step. He still would make a great addition to a team as a 5th/6th WR and a special teams guy. People always seem to forget how he made tackles on ST too. What I always enjoyed about him too is even though he may not bust one, he was great about getting upfield quickly. I hope Benjamin understands this too, getting 15 yards can help a team just as much as a return TD.
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Report: Raiders release WR/KR Josh Cribbs
By Ryan Wilson | CBSSports.comAugust 25, 2013 2:44 pm ET
Josh Cribbs couldn't catch on with the Raiders. (USATSI)It's too bad Josh Cribbs can't play offensive line because he would have been guaranteed a spot on the Raiders' 53-man roster. Instead, the wide receiver and kick returner was released Sunday, according to multiple reports.
Cribbs signed a one-year deal in May, but lingering knee issues may have ultimately sealed his fate.
According to Yahoo.com's Brian McIntyre, Cribbs received $225,000 of a one-year, $1.25 million contract. He was due $865,000 in base salary in 2013, with $160,000 in per-game roster bonuses.
Brian McIntyre@brian_mcintyreRaiders release WR Josh Cribbs. Got $225k of 1-yr, $1.25M contract. Was due $865k in base salary w/$160k in per game rost. bonuses in '13An undrafted free agent out of Kent St. who played eight seasons with the Browns, Cribbs never developed as a pass-catching threat, but he was one of the league's best return men. He led the league in return yards in 2007, and though he hadn't played to that level in several years, Cribbs was coming off a solid 2012 season.
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I guess we have to ask this question: Did they cut him because he didn't give him what they wanted as a WR....or because he Special Teams skills were also diminished.
Based on last years performance...ok, not a force at WR...but he ST skills still seemed to be intact.
Has that changed?
Because....I gotta tell you guys, the Browns need something more on Special teams. While Benjamin seems to be it at the PR spot, the Browns NEED a kickoff returner. Bademosi seems good at STs....but not as the KR. (maybe the #2 KR) And I think they need a gunner on coverage.
Now, I am not saying that they should reacquire Cribbs...especially if he is diminished. But they need someone to give us what Cribbs gave us over the last couple of years.
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I guess we have to ask this question: Did they cut him because he didn't give him what they wanted as a WR....or because he Special Teams skills were also diminished.
Based on last years performance...ok, not a force at WR...but he ST skills still seemed to be intact.
Has that changed?
Because....I gotta tell you guys, the Browns need something more on Special teams. While Benjamin seems to be it at the PR spot, the Browns NEED a kickoff returner. Bademosi seems good at STs....but not as the KR. (maybe the #2 KR) And I think they need a gunner on coverage.
Now, I am not saying that they should reacquire Cribbs...especially if he is diminished. But they need someone to give us what Cribbs gave us over the last couple of years.
I guess we have to ask this question: Did they cut him because he didn't give him what they wanted as a WR....or because he Special Teams skills were also diminished.
Based on last years performance...ok, not a force at WR...but he ST skills still seemed to be intact.
Has that changed?
Yes, he had off-season knee surgery and isn't the same.
Zombo
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Another player we let loose at the right time. He sure did give us some exciting plays on otherwise terrible teams though.
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Zombo said:
Man. Was hoping to read we were kicking his tires at QB. Can he even throw?
Whatever.. Unknown Cribbs > Tebow
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Good for him. Always a Cribbs fan. Good luck Josh!
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i hope him and Geno click.
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