Brian Westbrook to visit Commanders

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Brian Westbrook to visit Commanders

Posted by Gregg Rosenthal on May 11, 2010 12:27 PM ET
Remember those jokes about how the Commanders backfield would have dominated fantasy football in 2006?

Yeah, this isn't going to help matters.

Brian Westbrook will visit with the Commanders on Wednesday, according to ESPN's Chris Mortensen.

On paper, this is an awkward fit. There's no way Clinton Portis, Larry Johnson, Willie Parker, and Westbrook belong together. But Westbrook offers something unique: outstanding receiving skills.

We've thought all along that one of the big name Commanders backs would get cut in training camp. You can't carry all these runners with no special teams value and shaky third down work. If Westbrook comes aboard, perhaps two veterans will get cut.

But we're getting ahead of things. Donovan McNabb has reportedly pushed to give Westbrook a chance, but it's uncertain how serious Washington's interest is.

The Rams also had Westbrook in for a visit. It looks like they aren't Westbrook's top choice anymore.

 

[HoleInTheRoof]

I could've sworn he already signed with the Rams.

I can see Westbrook signing there. Yes, Portis, Johnson, and Parker are already there. But I really don't see all three of them making the final 53 anyway.

 

[joseephuss]

I could've sworn he already signed with the Rams.

I can see Westbrook signing there. Yes, Portis, Johnson, and Parker are already there. But I really don't see all three of them making the final 53 anyway.

I hope all four running backs make the final 53 roster.

 

[big dog cowboy]

3 RB's on your roster over 30 years old? Yikes!

 

[zrinkill]

I hope all four running backs make the final 53 roster.

:laugh2:

It is Shanny.

 

[Iceman778]

think think and think