Koren Robinson
I can't be excited about this. I just don't really see the point. Sure Koren Robinson is a talent, but is he really any better than what they have now. His work ethic is questionable, and his presence in the Lockerroom is the same. Pro Football Weekly summed this move up in such a way that I have turned from indifferent to against it. http://www.profootballweekly.com/PFW/Commentary/Spins/2005/spins090605.htm
Minnesota close to making move for Koren Robinson
According to published reports, the Vikings and WR Koren Robinson agreed to terms on a two-year contract on Monday evening. Robinson, a former first-round pick, had off-the-field issues with Seattle and was released. He has multiple strikes against him in the NFL’s substance-abuse program and is to stand trial for a DUI on Sept. 14. According to those reports, Robinson was told by the NFL that he would not be suspended no matter the outcome of the trial. Robinson figures to be the Vikings’ No. 4 or No. 5 receiver behind Nate Burleson, Travis Taylor, Marcus Robinson and rookie Troy Williamson.
PFW: Why would the Vikings, who have been burned by troubled players in the past, take such a risk?
Reynolds: There is much anti-Robinson sentiment around the NFL. No one questions his talent. Coming out of North Carolina State, Robinson was billed as the next Randy Moss because of his combination of size, speed and hands. But Robinson never was fully focused on football. Former teammates have said he was a distraction and a disruption on and off the field. Now the Vikings, who dumped Randy Moss to create a tighter bond in the locker room and help on-field chemistry between QB Daunte Culpepper and his other receivers, are bringing in a clone of Moss’ personality and one with 10 times the baggage away from the field. Robinson spent time in an alcohol rehabilitation facility, has at least two strikes against him in the NFL’s substance-abuse program and has more than 15 traffic tickets. He was twice suspended by head coach Mike Holmgren in Seattle for being tardy and/or unattentive. Last year, one team official said the Seahawks held the bus to the airport on multiple occasions for Robinson. The Vikings are rich at the WR position, even if you agree with some scouts that they don’t have a No. 1 receiver. For that reason, head coach Mike Tice must have a short leash with Robinson. The team has been embarrassed with non-football issues in recent years, ranging from Moss’ run-in with a meter maid, Kenny Mixon’s multiple DUI infractions, team officials being cited at a holiday party, Tice’s Super Bowl ticket scandal and Onterrio Smith’s infamous public undoing surrounding the use of a drug-test avoidance device. Under new ownership, it is a great surprise the Vikings would roll the dice on Robinson when his presence isn’t a big need. Could it pay off? Sure. It could also backfire.
I'll be the first to want to give someone a second chance. I might take a chance on a Center, or a RB or some position of need. But I am just not quite sure, how this will play out. Especially with Robinson in a number 5 receiver role.
Minnesota close to making move for Koren Robinson
According to published reports, the Vikings and WR Koren Robinson agreed to terms on a two-year contract on Monday evening. Robinson, a former first-round pick, had off-the-field issues with Seattle and was released. He has multiple strikes against him in the NFL’s substance-abuse program and is to stand trial for a DUI on Sept. 14. According to those reports, Robinson was told by the NFL that he would not be suspended no matter the outcome of the trial. Robinson figures to be the Vikings’ No. 4 or No. 5 receiver behind Nate Burleson, Travis Taylor, Marcus Robinson and rookie Troy Williamson.
PFW: Why would the Vikings, who have been burned by troubled players in the past, take such a risk?
Reynolds: There is much anti-Robinson sentiment around the NFL. No one questions his talent. Coming out of North Carolina State, Robinson was billed as the next Randy Moss because of his combination of size, speed and hands. But Robinson never was fully focused on football. Former teammates have said he was a distraction and a disruption on and off the field. Now the Vikings, who dumped Randy Moss to create a tighter bond in the locker room and help on-field chemistry between QB Daunte Culpepper and his other receivers, are bringing in a clone of Moss’ personality and one with 10 times the baggage away from the field. Robinson spent time in an alcohol rehabilitation facility, has at least two strikes against him in the NFL’s substance-abuse program and has more than 15 traffic tickets. He was twice suspended by head coach Mike Holmgren in Seattle for being tardy and/or unattentive. Last year, one team official said the Seahawks held the bus to the airport on multiple occasions for Robinson. The Vikings are rich at the WR position, even if you agree with some scouts that they don’t have a No. 1 receiver. For that reason, head coach Mike Tice must have a short leash with Robinson. The team has been embarrassed with non-football issues in recent years, ranging from Moss’ run-in with a meter maid, Kenny Mixon’s multiple DUI infractions, team officials being cited at a holiday party, Tice’s Super Bowl ticket scandal and Onterrio Smith’s infamous public undoing surrounding the use of a drug-test avoidance device. Under new ownership, it is a great surprise the Vikings would roll the dice on Robinson when his presence isn’t a big need. Could it pay off? Sure. It could also backfire.
I'll be the first to want to give someone a second chance. I might take a chance on a Center, or a RB or some position of need. But I am just not quite sure, how this will play out. Especially with Robinson in a number 5 receiver role.
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