Joe Williams - RB, Utah

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Portis ran for 6,824 yards with 46 touchdowns as a Redskins and is only second to the immortal John Riggins in franchise history. There are so many running back in Redskins history that we look back on with fondness and only Riggo can say he was better than Portis. And even with Riggins' size he still wasn't half the blocker Portis was. In an era where most running backs consider a block to be just shoving a blitzing linebacker, Portis summoned his inner Russ Grimm and would drill anyone who came his way.

In fact it's my belief that this toughness of Portis is what lead to the end of his career. In a preseason game a few seasons ago against the Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Jason Campbell threw an interception. The cornerback was well on his way to a touchdown when Portis turned on the jets and met him at the sideline and buried him into the turf. Portis would dislocate his shoulder on the play and even after he returned from that injury he was never the same guy. He suddenly became fragile and that's when the groin injury and concussions started. That's why even though coach Shanahan praised Robert Griffin III for going after a Bills defender while he was returning a fumble my stomach got queasy thinking about Portis and the meaningless tackle against the Bengals.

Originally posted by Lobo49er:
I was trying to think of a RB that a Shanahan has had that is like Joe Williams (and isn't a Falcon) - Clinton Portis.

Portis: 5-11, 205lb, 4.42 40yd
Williams: 5-11, 210lb, 4.41 40yd

Portis was a really good back in Shanny Sr's scheme (and at Washington too, also a good receiving back), but their running styles look awfully similar, imho.

Whatcha think? Did we just draft a future Pro Bowler?

HD quality video of Portis to help with your player comp

Originally posted by Lobo49er:

Originally posted by Dr_Bill_Walsh:

Originally posted by GoldenGateGlory:

Originally posted by Lobo49er:

I was trying to think of a RB that a Shanahan has had that is like Joe Williams (and isn't a Falcon) - Clinton Portis.

Portis: 5-11, 205lb, 4.42 40yd
Williams: 5-11, 210lb, 4.41 40yd

Portis was a really good back in Shanny Sr's scheme (and at Washington too, also a good receiving back), but their running styles look awfully similar, imho.

Whatcha think? Did we just draft a future Pro Bowler?

If Joe is as good as Portis then we have hit paydirt.

This is why I want him to wear #26

Originally posted by 49ERFANb4Uwas:

Originally posted by Lobo49er:

I was trying to think of a RB that a Shanahan has had that is like Joe Williams (and isn't a Falcon) - Clinton Portis.

Portis: 5-11, 205lb, 4.42 40yd
Williams: 5-11, 210lb, 4.41 40yd

Portis was a really good back in Shanny Sr's scheme (and at Washington too, also a good receiving back), but their running styles look awfully similar, imho.

Whatcha think? Did we just draft a future Pro Bowler?

HD quality video of Portis to help with your player comp

Lol ty!!

Originally posted by LottDMontanaO:

Tom Pelissero‏Verified account @TomPelissero 6m6 minutes ago More
In perhaps record time, #49ers have agreed to terms with fourth-round pick Joe Williams, per source. Believed to be first 2017 pick signed.

Hopefully he didn't sign so quick just to get a quick payoff N decide to hit N run (retire) again. I'd be super pissed if that's the case.

Originally posted by Tru2RedNGold25:

Hopefully he didn't sign so quick just to get a quick payoff N decide to hit N run (retire) again. I'd be super pissed if that's the case.

Paraag probably put a clause voiding any guaranteed $$$ should JW contemplate that

Originally posted by Dr_Bill_Walsh:

Yes, love it.

Originally posted by Ronnie49Lott:
What's the over and under on how many games Hyde lasts until he goes on the IR and Williams takes over as starter?

Depends on whether or not he can make it out of the backfield without a D lineman in his grill.

Originally posted by Tru2RedNGold25:
Hopefully he didn't sign so quick just to get a quick payoff N decide to hit N run (retire) again. I'd be super pissed if that's the case.

On his new million $ contract, he will have a credit card of his own.

for some reason even, though they have similar 40 times, Williams seems to have faster top end speed. Just going off memory here.

also, hopefully Joe doesn't..

LOSE HIS f**kING MIND!

Originally posted by BleedsRedNGold:

Originally posted by Ronnie49Lott:

What's the over and under on how many games Hyde lasts until he goes on the IR and Williams takes over as starter?

Depends on whether or not he can make it out of the backfield without a D lineman in his grill.

I talk smack cause I was disappointed with Hyde, but I'm not going overboard with crazy expectations from a 4th rd. Pick with possible emotional stress. I hope the early quick signing is a show of gratitude and faith that we believed in him. If he gives 100% regardless of outcome I think I would be satisfied, but I really think he can be very successful in Shanahans offense.

When does everyone else sign?

Originally posted by Lobo49er:

Originally posted by Dr_Bill_Walsh:

Yes, love it.

Is that his official number?

Originally posted by DaDivaRecieva15:

Originally posted by Lobo49er:

Originally posted by Dr_Bill_Walsh:

Yes, love it.

Is that his official number?

nah that's tim hightowers #

this could be williams tho if they cut harris tomorrow

Checked him out on film. Excellent ability to find and fit through small holes. Burst is there. He got a lot of earned yards, meaning runs were not mainly from huge holes where vision is not needed. Knows how to set up blocks. Fumbles a bit it seems.
Where would he have gone if it wasn't for the off field stuff?