2008 Mid-Season Studs & Duds

by Chris Thorman on Nov 5, 2008 4:39 PM CST in 2008 Kansas City Chiefs Campaign

Many thanks to BBS from Stampede Blue for doing the leg work on this post.

Clinton Portis is playing like an MVP right now.

The Studs

NFL Mid-Season MVP: Clinton Portis, Redskins

Comment from David the Falconer at The Falcoholic:

The homer in me wants to say Michael Turner, but he's done the majority of his damage against the league's weakest defenses. Portis has put the Redskins on his back and carried them 100 yards or more down the field most games, and for that he deserves my vote.

Best Player on Offense: Clinton Portis, Redskins

Comment from Skins Patrol at Hogs Haven:

He also has 150 yards receiving and has had his role increase with the injury to Ladell Betts Not everyone knows this, but Portis is the best pass protecting RB blocker in the league and is a big reason why Jason Campbell is playing well this season.

Best Players on Defense: Joey Porter, Dolphins

Comment from BigBlueShoe at Stampede Blue:

I thought this guy was DEAD. How the hell does he have 11.5 sacks and 3 forced fumbles? I mean Jeezus, it is only Week Nine and he has 11.5 friggin' sacks! The hell are they feeding them down there in Miami?

Best Rookie: Chris Johnson, Titans

Comment from cgolden at Revenge of the Birds:

No explanation needed. Just watch this kid play and it's obvious why he's truly special. Were we really questioning his status as a first round pick six months ago?

Best Coach: Jim Zorn, Redskins

Comment from WCG at Windy City Gridiron:

I hate doing this, but in that division the Redskins should have easily been the worst team.

Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio has seen better days.

The Duds

Mid-Season Worst Player: JaMarcus Russell, Raiders

Comment from Dave the Falconer at The Falcoholic:

Consider that this guy was the first overall pick in the draft. Then consider that he can't throw a pass without collapsing into a heap.

Mid-Season Worst Rookie: Vernon Gholston, Jets

Comment from cgolden at Revenge of the Birds:

He's learning a new position so this probably isn't fair but seven tackles in eight games for a top six pick is simply unacceptable. You'd think he could at least be a situational pass rusher.

Mid-Season Worst Coach: Jack Del Rio, Jaguars

Comment from Chris at Big Cat Country:

Can I vote for Del Rio and the Jaguars for every possible spot?

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How did none

Of ourstaff/players not make this list? With the heat our coaches are taking from us alone, cannot imagine why none of them made the list. Krumrie, look at the first day picks he has, and how bad our pass rush is. Gun as the linebackers coach his area of expertise. Herm as a defensive minded guy, defense dead. Our d-backs coach gets a pass at this time because we really do not know how good our d-backs really are with teams running it down our throat. Chan gets a pass for the last two games things have been more creative and looked better.

by Eric Allen on Nov 5, 2008 5:07 PM CST reply actions

well

It’s obvious why none of them made the “Best” list.

Other than coaches, I don’t think any of our players deserve the “worst” list. If there were a “worst team” category, I think that would still go to Detroit or Cincy. At least we’re showing signs of improvement.

I’d probably agree with both of those picks for worst. I’d toss Derrick Harvey in the worst rookie category. He may get some leeway for holding out most of the preseason like a squadoosh, also he only has 3 starts but has seen action in all 8 games (6 tackles, no sacks, 1 INT). It’s pretty close for me between him and Gholston.

by Ochophosphate on Nov 5, 2008 8:23 PM CST up reply actions

Agreed with most

If you’re talking about the midseason worst coach then you gotta go with the Lane Kiffin/Tom Cable combination. I’m almost glad to be in a rebuilding mode next to the Raiders. It makes us look much better.

by Joel Thorman on Nov 5, 2008 8:26 PM CST reply actions