The AntiFin

I couldn't agree more. Why blame Spiller, then? Chan made him sit for the better part of a year and a half. That's not CJ's fault. Coach's decision. Amazing what some REAL play time and experience can do for a talented running back, huh?

Then how could you possibly comment? You'd need to see the context of the other posts -- and there are MANY -- to see what I was getting at. Point being, many other posters jumped on the bandwagon stating that RBs do not win championships. I believe that was a direct quote. I was speaking to them. I was not comparing CJ to those two guys. Now, to answer your question: I truly believe Nix did not want Marshawn on this team, and drafted accordingly. His run-ins with the law were the icing on the cake. I remember when so many people last year griped that Best (Detroit) was "bester" than Spiller. He hasn't been healthy enough to prove it. I don't mind the Spiller pick at all, and I think many in this thread will be eating their words after next season. The ONLY player I really wanted in Round 1 of that draft was Rolando McClain. Of course, he wasn't available. I truly believe he would have been our pick had he been on the board. Last year, Spiller wasn't given ANY chance to find his rhythm. This year, he was forced into it -- and he preformed tremendously under a ton of pressure. I think that speaks to his character and poise, as well as his talent. He just needs to get the ball more.

My, MY, Mr. Moderator. Aren't WE getting defensive? My question was to those who said RBs don't mean much to an offense. It had NOTHING to do with Spiller. And you couldn't answer it. Thank you.

There would be way too many people to quote here, so I'll just put it out there. For all of you who say that "running backs don't win games" or are "not important" ... Please answer me these two questions. 1). Would Baltimore have made the playoffs this year without Ray Rice? 2). Would Houston have made the playoffs this year without Arian Foster? I'd love to hear your thoughts on this -- the people who claim RB is not important. Please tell me who else of substance EITHER team has on offense. (And don't bother including people who were injured most of the year and did not contribute).

Perhaps -- But "L.A. Raiders" has a nice ring to it. At least it won't be "The Los Angeles Raiders of Anaheim Formerly of Oakland"

You are correct, sir -- But it was in the "What can we learn from Denver" thread:

When in doubt -- We can always unite by bashing Rex.

He was humble this year because he was 0-7. Not so much in the past. We must not have listened to the same interviews. He's a whiner on the field, yelling at officials and crying when he doesn't get his way. I maintain my opinion. And it'll come out for all to see now that he's officially A$$ociated with one of the biggest a$$es in the game.

Next to Ryan -- and this past year -- No. But when the Dolphins were semi-decent, he was extremely pompous, especially during his interviews on WQAM. (I live in South Florida, and listen to that trash station every now and again for laughs).

Add another loudmouth to that team!

We can learn how NOT to drop a game-winning pass against the Steelers in OT.

+1

Most of our receivers are one mosquito bite from a season-ending injury. I'd take my chances with Jackson.

+1 That "3:16" headline was on Drudge yesterday.

Really? I guess the Falcons missed your memo.