USA Today/Saints Wire: Saints work out former RB Marcus Murphy, 11 free agents in tryouts

Beastmode · 09-05-2019, 12:22 PM

Originally Posted by Rugby Saint II

What is done is done. Move on. Don't sweat the petty stuff.....pet the sweaty stuff!

From a selfish standpoint thrilled about it. He has a stronger shot of playing with the Jags. Bet he ends up spelling Fournette or filling in for him when he goes down. I drafted his as a what the heck but this scenario is much better.

Beastmode · 09-05-2019, 01:29 PM

You are talking out of a lower extremity point of exit. I have stated I do hope he does well. I also drafted him.

The odds of a 30 plus year old RB doing well though are awful. It RARELY happens. 29 is the common age when the mighty start to fall. I know you disagree with that but that's ok. We are going to find out if we can shake hands with danger and get away with it just like we did with the Bears WR.

dizzle88 · 09-05-2019, 03:00 PM

So we cut Ozigbo and then bring in Marcus Murphy for a tryout....unreal.

AsylumGuido · 09-05-2019, 03:13 PM

Originally Posted by dizzle88

So we cut Ozigbo and then bring in Marcus Murphy for a tryout....unreal.

Not unreal at all. We cut Ozigbo because he wasn't good enough for the 53 man roster. He was most likely targeted for the practice squad but didn't clear waivers. That's a very common gamble this time of year. As for Murphy, he was one of ELEVEN players brought in to be tried out. EVERY team brings in a number of players after the cut to 53. That is also standard operating procedure throughout the league. Injuries always occur and having a Rolodex of possible replacements is a must. You can't try them out when they are on other team's 90 man rosters.

The Dude · 09-05-2019, 04:25 PM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

Not unreal at all. We cut Ozigbo because he wasn't good enough for the 53 man roster. He was most likely targeted for the practice squad but didn't clear waivers. That's a very common gamble this time of year. As for Murphy, he was one of ELEVEN players brought in to be tried out. EVERY team brings in a number of players after the cut to 53. That is also standard operating procedure throughout the league. Injuries always occur and having a Rolodex of possible replacements is a must. You can't try them out when they are on other team's 90 man rosters.

Yea but the fact that half of those players were RBs is a sign that they are still not comfortable with what they have at the position . We only have 2 TE on the roster which pretty much makes it a given that they will have a third. We are banged up at LBr so that makes sense, there’s a need.
I have no reason to believe there’s not a need for another RB. I’m betting it’s a need because they aren’t comfortable with Murray.

AsylumGuido · 09-05-2019, 04:44 PM

Originally Posted by The Dude

Yea but the fact that half of those players were RBs is a sign that they are still not comfortable with what they have at the position . We only have 2 TE on the roster which pretty much makes it a given that they will have a third. We are banged up at LBr so that makes sense, there’s a need.
I have no reason to believe there’s not a need for another RB. I’m betting it’s a need because they aren’t comfortable with Murray.

You're bet is full of crap. You aren't comfortable with Murray because you always have to have someone to ***** about every season. Love you, Dude, but it IS how you roll. The most replaced position during the season are RB's and CB's. Of course you look at everyone possible. The more likely replacement would be for Washington at RB3.

And I think we already have TE3 on the roster in Taysom Hill. He saves a roster spot ... or two or more ... because of his versatility.

st thomas · 09-06-2019, 08:31 AM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

Not unreal at all. We cut Ozigbo because he wasn't good enough for the 53 man roster. He was most likely targeted for the practice squad but didn't clear waivers. That's a very common gamble this time of year. As for Murphy, he was one of ELEVEN players brought in to be tried out. EVERY team brings in a number of players after the cut to 53. That is also standard operating procedure throughout the league. Injuries always occur and having a Rolodex of possible replacements is a must. You can't try them out when they are on other team's 90 man rosters.

Well he didn’t have to try out for the the jags he on the 53. We have a third rb that just got cold cocked in last preseason game and we let a legitimate rb go that went thru a whole training camp and now we’re bringing in try outs for the practice squad. I know there’s more to it so save the analytic bs. Ozigbo probably mumbled something back at Patton and he was out the door.

AsylumGuido · 09-06-2019, 12:49 PM

Originally Posted by st thomas

Well he didn’t have to try out for the the jags he on the 53. We have a third rb that just got cold cocked in last preseason game and we let a legitimate rb go that went thru a whole training camp and now we’re bringing in try outs for the practice squad. I know there’s more to it so save the analytic bs. Ozigbo probably mumbled something back at Patton and he was out the door.

Sorry, st thomas, but you are incorrect on this part. The Saints are bringing in players not to "try out" for the practice squad, but to evaluate as possibilities later down the road. It has nothing to do with Ozigbo or Murray or any other individual player. It is called doing your due diligence to prepare for future needs. EVERY NFL team does this immediately following the 53 man cut down. I would be more concerned if they DIDN'T bring in a slew of cut players to evaluate, regardless of position.

st thomas · 09-06-2019, 12:55 PM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

Sorry, st thomas, but you are incorrect on this part. The Saints are bringing in players not to "try out" for the practice squad, but to evaluate as possibilities later down the road. It has nothing to do with Ozigbo or Murray or any other individual player. It is called doing your due diligence to prepare for future needs. EVERY NFL team does this immediately following the 53 man cut down. I would be more concerned if they DIDN'T bring in a slew of cut players to evaluate, regardless of position.

Ok I got it . But listen to this if one of the 11 is better than what we have on the PS in RBs he’s taking somebody’s place Correct.

WW_Who_Dat · 09-06-2019, 10:34 AM

Same discussion and positions taken last year with Boston Scott ... OMG the entire coaching staff missed ... OMG he was picked up ... 2019 cut not in the game.

I think Ozigbo was just below Washington on the depth charts and coach went with the best all around fit and special teams contribution was the deciding factor.

Ozigbo definitely has it sorry it didn't work out ... playing to win THIS YEAR.

09-05-2019, 12:22 PM	#1
Beastmode 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 9,126	Re: USA Today/Saints Wire: Saints work out former RB Marcus Murphy, 11 free agents in tryouts Originally Posted by Rugby Saint II What is done is done. Move on. Don't sweat the petty stuff.....pet the sweaty stuff! From a selfish standpoint thrilled about it. He has a stronger shot of playing with the Jags. Bet he ends up spelling Fournette or filling in for him when he goes down. I drafted his as a what the heck but this scenario is much better.
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09-05-2019, 01:29 PM	#2
Beastmode 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 9,126	Re: USA Today/Saints Wire: Saints work out former RB Marcus Murphy, 11 free agents in tryouts You are talking out of a lower extremity point of exit. I have stated I do hope he does well. I also drafted him. The odds of a 30 plus year old RB doing well though are awful. It RARELY happens. 29 is the common age when the mighty start to fall. I know you disagree with that but that's ok. We are going to find out if we can shake hands with danger and get away with it just like we did with the Bears WR.
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AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,852	Re: USA Today/Saints Wire: Saints work out former RB Marcus Murphy, 11 free agents in tryouts Originally Posted by dizzle88 So we cut Ozigbo and then bring in Marcus Murphy for a tryout....unreal. Not unreal at all. We cut Ozigbo because he wasn't good enough for the 53 man roster. He was most likely targeted for the practice squad but didn't clear waivers. That's a very common gamble this time of year. As for Murphy, he was one of ELEVEN players brought in to be tried out. EVERY team brings in a number of players after the cut to 53. That is also standard operating procedure throughout the league. Injuries always occur and having a Rolodex of possible replacements is a must. You can't try them out when they are on other team's 90 man rosters.
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The Dude 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 9,066	Re: USA Today/Saints Wire: Saints work out former RB Marcus Murphy, 11 free agents in tryouts Originally Posted by AsylumGuido Not unreal at all. We cut Ozigbo because he wasn't good enough for the 53 man roster. He was most likely targeted for the practice squad but didn't clear waivers. That's a very common gamble this time of year. As for Murphy, he was one of ELEVEN players brought in to be tried out. EVERY team brings in a number of players after the cut to 53. That is also standard operating procedure throughout the league. Injuries always occur and having a Rolodex of possible replacements is a must. You can't try them out when they are on other team's 90 man rosters. Yea but the fact that half of those players were RBs is a sign that they are still not comfortable with what they have at the position . We only have 2 TE on the roster which pretty much makes it a given that they will have a third. We are banged up at LBr so that makes sense, there’s a need. I have no reason to believe there’s not a need for another RB. I’m betting it’s a need because they aren’t comfortable with Murray. Beastmode likes this.
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09-05-2019, 04:44 PM	#6
AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,852	Re: USA Today/Saints Wire: Saints work out former RB Marcus Murphy, 11 free agents in tryouts Originally Posted by The Dude Yea but the fact that half of those players were RBs is a sign that they are still not comfortable with what they have at the position . We only have 2 TE on the roster which pretty much makes it a given that they will have a third. We are banged up at LBr so that makes sense, there’s a need. I have no reason to believe there’s not a need for another RB. I’m betting it’s a need because they aren’t comfortable with Murray. You're bet is full of crap. You aren't comfortable with Murray because you always have to have someone to ***** about every season. Love you, Dude, but it IS how you roll. The most replaced position during the season are RB's and CB's. Of course you look at everyone possible. The more likely replacement would be for Washington at RB3. And I think we already have TE3 on the roster in Taysom Hill. He saves a roster spot ... or two or more ... because of his versatility.

09-06-2019, 08:31 AM	#7
st thomas Site Donor 2018 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: lafayette Posts: 7,753	Re: USA Today/Saints Wire: Saints work out former RB Marcus Murphy, 11 free agents in tryouts Originally Posted by AsylumGuido Not unreal at all. We cut Ozigbo because he wasn't good enough for the 53 man roster. He was most likely targeted for the practice squad but didn't clear waivers. That's a very common gamble this time of year. As for Murphy, he was one of ELEVEN players brought in to be tried out. EVERY team brings in a number of players after the cut to 53. That is also standard operating procedure throughout the league. Injuries always occur and having a Rolodex of possible replacements is a must. You can't try them out when they are on other team's 90 man rosters. Well he didn’t have to try out for the the jags he on the 53. We have a third rb that just got cold cocked in last preseason game and we let a legitimate rb go that went thru a whole training camp and now we’re bringing in try outs for the practice squad. I know there’s more to it so save the analytic bs. Ozigbo probably mumbled something back at Patton and he was out the door. Beastmode likes this.

09-06-2019, 12:49 PM	#8
AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,852	Re: USA Today/Saints Wire: Saints work out former RB Marcus Murphy, 11 free agents in tryouts Originally Posted by st thomas Well he didn’t have to try out for the the jags he on the 53. We have a third rb that just got cold cocked in last preseason game and we let a legitimate rb go that went thru a whole training camp and now we’re bringing in try outs for the practice squad. I know there’s more to it so save the analytic bs. Ozigbo probably mumbled something back at Patton and he was out the door. Sorry, st thomas, but you are incorrect on this part. The Saints are bringing in players not to "try out" for the practice squad, but to evaluate as possibilities later down the road. It has nothing to do with Ozigbo or Murray or any other individual player. It is called doing your due diligence to prepare for future needs. EVERY NFL team does this immediately following the 53 man cut down. I would be more concerned if they DIDN'T bring in a slew of cut players to evaluate, regardless of position.

09-06-2019, 12:55 PM	#9
st thomas Site Donor 2018 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: lafayette Posts: 7,753	Re: USA Today/Saints Wire: Saints work out former RB Marcus Murphy, 11 free agents in tryouts Originally Posted by AsylumGuido Sorry, st thomas, but you are incorrect on this part. The Saints are bringing in players not to "try out" for the practice squad, but to evaluate as possibilities later down the road. It has nothing to do with Ozigbo or Murray or any other individual player. It is called doing your due diligence to prepare for future needs. EVERY NFL team does this immediately following the 53 man cut down. I would be more concerned if they DIDN'T bring in a slew of cut players to evaluate, regardless of position. Ok I got it . But listen to this if one of the 11 is better than what we have on the PS in RBs he’s taking somebody’s place Correct.

09-06-2019, 10:34 AM	#10
WW_Who_Dat 1000 Posts + Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Lafayette, La and Valencia CA Posts: 1,281 Blog Entries: 1	Re: USA Today/Saints Wire: Saints work out former RB Marcus Murphy, 11 free agents in tryouts Same discussion and positions taken last year with Boston Scott ... OMG the entire coaching staff missed ... OMG he was picked up ... 2019 cut not in the game. I think Ozigbo was just below Washington on the depth charts and coach went with the best all around fit and special teams contribution was the deciding factor. Ozigbo definitely has it sorry it didn't work out ... playing to win THIS YEAR. AsylumGuido, st thomas and K Major like this.