Redskins Insider Archive: Clinton Portis

Will Clinton Portis be on an NFL roster next season?

The Post Sports Live team discusses Portis's career and future prospects....

By Washington Post editors | March 1, 2011; 1:33 PM ET | Permalink | Comments (104)
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Redskins release Clinton Portis

Updated: 2:12 p.m. The Redskins announced Monday that they have released running back Clinton Portis, the second-leading rusher in franchise history with 6,824 yards. "Clinton provided excitement from the very first time he touched the ball as a Redskin and we were lucky to witness every ounce of energy, effort...

By Mike Jones | February 28, 2011; 2:12 PM ET | Permalink | Comments (384)
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Coin Toss: Your favorite CP moment

Tell us your favorite Clinton Portis moment, on the field or off....

By Washington Post editors | February 28, 2011; 12:23 PM ET | Permalink | Comments (61)
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How would you remember Clinton Portis?

Updated: 11:35 a.m. Portis just said on the Mike Wise show on 106.7 The Fan that he should be released today, and he is talking about his time as a Redskin. Stay tuned for more. If he's on his way out, how would you assess Clinton Portis's time with the...

By Washington Post editors | February 28, 2011; 10:22 AM ET | Permalink | Comments (69)
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Clinton Portis talks about moving on

INDIANAPOLIS - Clinton Portis says that he won't be upset if the Washington Redskins cut him rather than pay him the $8.3 million salary figure he is owed for the coming season. Redskins Coach Mike Shanahan said Friday evening at the NFL Combine that the team will allow Portis to...

By Mike Jones | February 26, 2011; 12:20 PM ET | Permalink | Comments (93)
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Clinton Portis says he can still be a top-flight back

Injured Redskins running back Clinton Portis said Wednesday that not only would he like to return to the team for the 2011 season - which would be his 10th in the NFL and eighth in Washington - but that he still has the skills to be a top-flight back in...

By Barry Svrluga | December 29, 2010; 12:42 PM ET | Permalink | Comments (45)
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Clinton Portis says his rehab is ahead of schedule, Jason Reid , December 28, 2010

Portis: Albert Haynesworth needs to audition for other teams, Rick Maese , December 7, 2010

Did Portis come back too soon?, Jason Reid , December 2, 2010

Clinton Portis on this week's surgery: 'It was a minor tuneup', Jason Reid , December 2, 2010

LaRon Landry a "longshot" to play this weekend, Jason Reid , December 1, 2010

Fourteen Redskins on injury report, Rick Maese , November 24, 2010

Clinton Portis tore abdominal muscle vs. Titans, Jason Reid , November 24, 2010

Redskins to add running back Andre Brown, Rick Maese , November 24, 2010

Teammates feel loss of veteran Clinton Portis, Jason Reid and Rick Maese , November 24, 2010

Clinton Portis headed to injured reserve, Jason Reid , November 24, 2010

Clinton Portis hopes to play Sunday, Jason Reid , November 23, 2010

Chad Simpson, Anderson Russell to IR, Rick Maese , November 22, 2010

Clinton Portis played despite lingering groin injury, Jason Reid , November 22, 2010

Injury updates: Portis, Rabach, etc., etc., etc., Barry Svrluga , November 21, 2010

Mike Shanahan offers grim injury update, Rick Maese , November 21, 2010

Redskins beat Titans 19-16 in overtime, Barry Svrluga , November 21, 2010

Redskins turn to 3 new starters, Rick Maese , November 21, 2010

Clinton Portis will play Sunday against Titans; Ryan Torain out, Rick Maese , November 19, 2010

Redskins growing thin in offensive, defensive backfields, Jason Reid , November 18, 2010

A "close call" on whether Clinton Portis will be ready Sunday, Barry Svrluga , November 18, 2010

Redskins growing thin in offensive, defensive backfields, Jason Reid , November 18, 2010

Four Redskins unable to practice , Rick Maese , November 17, 2010

Status of Clinton Portis and Ryan Torain still unclear , Jason Reid , November 17, 2010

A bright spot: Keiland Williams's evening, Rick Maese , November 16, 2010

Clinton Portis says he's '50-50' to play against Tennessee Titans, Jason Reid , November 16, 2010

Clinton Portis inactive vs. Eagles, but Brandon Banks will play, Paul Tenorio , November 15, 2010

Ryan Torain on track to start Monday night for Redskins, Jason Reid , November 13, 2010

Clinton Portis says he hopes to play Monday, Jason Reid , November 11, 2010

Portis and Torain still sore, McNabb not full speed, Barry Svrluga , November 10, 2010

Clinton Portis doesn't have to rush back from injury, Washington Post editors , November 10, 2010

Clinton Portis sore after full-speed workout, Rick Maese , November 9, 2010

Arlington school earns $10,000 NFL fitness grant , Rick Maese , November 9, 2010

Clinton Portis says he hopes to play Monday night vs. Eagles, Jason Reid , November 9, 2010

Clinton Portis, Ryan Torain practice, Barry Svrluga , November 8, 2010

Redskins at the bye week: the offense, Barry Svrluga , November 4, 2010

Clinton Portis practices for the first time since Oct. 3 injury, Jason Reid , November 2, 2010

Redskins running out of running backs? , Jason Reid , November 1, 2010

At least two weeks until Clinton Portis returns, Rick Maese , October 27, 2010

Clinton Portis says he will accept any role when he returns, Jason Reid , October 26, 2010

Ryan Torain works to be a complete running back, Jason Reid , October 26, 2010

Clinton Portis is the only player to miss Redskins practice, Rick Maese , October 20, 2010

Clinton Portis hopes to break team rushing record, Jason Reid , October 12, 2010

Clinton Portis: 'I'll be back', Jason Reid , October 12, 2010

Groin injury puts Clinton Portis's future in jeopardy, Washington Post editors , October 7, 2010

Is an aging Clinton Portis finished with the Redskins?, Jason Reid , October 6, 2010

Clinton Portis out four to six weeks with groin injury, Barry Svrluga and Rick Maese , October 6, 2010

RB Ryan Torain appears to be atop the depth chart, Jason Reid , October 5, 2010

Clinton Portis says he's unlikely to play Sunday , Jason Reid , October 5, 2010

Redskins awaiting MRI on Clinton Portis' injury, Rick Maese , October 4, 2010

Redskins are last in red zone offense, Jason Reid , September 30, 2010

Portis on why the Redskins can't convert on third down, Jason Reid , September 30, 2010

Clinton Portis expects to be in the backfield Sunday, Rick Maese , September 30, 2010

Clinton Portis says he fell "on purpose" to protect the ball, Jason Reid , September 28, 2010

Clinton Portis: No problem with Redskins' running game, Jason Reid , September 23, 2010

Clinton Portis says his statements were "the truth", Jason Reid , September 21, 2010

Clinton Portis declines to comment, with help from Albert Haynesworth, Jason Reid , September 16, 2010

How the Redskins learned to eat their veggies, Washington Post editors , September 16, 2010

Mike Shanahan and Clinton Portis meet about remarks, Jason Reid , September 15, 2010

NFL, Redskins condemn Clinton Portis comments, Rick Maese , September 14, 2010

Clinton Portis says team supports Albert Haynesworth, Jason Reid , September 14, 2010

Clinton Portis says Redskins gave up on him last year, Jason Reid , September 14, 2010

Clinton Portis has a new attitude this season, Rick Maese , September 9, 2010

Clinton Portis won't play Thursday, Rick Maese , August 30, 2010

Donovan McNabb resting, as Malcolm Kelly returns, Rick Maese , August 30, 2010

Donovan McNabb out Thursday, Clinton Portis uncertain , Jason Reid , August 29, 2010

Willie Parker gets his chance against Jets, Jason Reid , August 27, 2010

Clinton Portis's new dedication to practice, Jason Reid , August 27, 2010

Washington Redskins concerned by backfield depth, even after adding Pro Bowlers , Jason Reid , August 24, 2010

Portis seems likely to remain top running back, Jason Reid , August 22, 2010

Johnson ready to take his turn in backfield, Jason Reid , August 17, 2010

Larry Johnson, Willie Parker scheduled for future action, Barry Svrluga , August 14, 2010

A new (pre)season finally begins: What to watch for, Jason Reid , August 13, 2010

Malcolm Kelly, Jammal Brown out for preseason opener vs. Bills, Barry Svrluga , August 10, 2010

Willie Parker listed No. 4 on depth chart, Rick Maese and Paul Tenorio , August 9, 2010

The Running Backs: A breakdown, Barry Svrluga , August 5, 2010

Veterans catch a breather in morning practice, Paul Tenorio , August 4, 2010

Thomas makes a move in the WR battle, Jason Reid , August 1, 2010

Camp Storylines: No. 3 Backfield logjam, Jason Reid , July 28, 2010

Clinton Portis, in shape and motivated, will enter camp determined, Jason Reid , July 15, 2010

K. Shanahan: Skins already have a third-down back, Rick Maese , June 25, 2010

Portis makes appearance at McNabb's football camp, Jorge Castillo , June 13, 2010

A few notable absences at Redskins' practice, Paul Tenorio , June 10, 2010

McNabb's Kids Clinic will include Portis, Barry Svrluga , June 9, 2010

Clinton Portis is the starter heading into camp, Rick Maese , June 2, 2010

Some things to watch at Redskins' practice today, Rick Maese , June 2, 2010

A Super Bowl for Washington? Why? Why not?, Cindy Boren , May 26, 2010

Portis airs a grievance with Arrington over Taylor, Rick Maese , May 6, 2010

Redskins not yet concerned about carries for Clinton Portis, Larry Johnson and Willie Parker , Zach Berman , April 28, 2010

Clinton Portis finds 'me against the world' motivation, Rick Maese , April 18, 2010

Redskins sign Willie Parker, add experience and competition at RB, Rick Maese and Jason Reid , April 2, 2010

Larry Johnson says he and Clinton Portis will complement each other, Rick Maese , April 1, 2010

Santana Moss predicts Clinton Portis will be motivated , Rick Maese , March 25, 2010

Shanahan expects Portis to 'be in great shape' and at a lower weight, Jason Reid , March 24, 2010

Shanahan comfortable that Larry Johnson's past won't be an issue, Jason Reid , March 17, 2010

Dick Vermeil makes bold prediction about Larry Johnson, Clinton Portis, Cindy Boren , March 16, 2010

Willie Parker scheduled to arrive at Redskins Park this evening, Jason Reid , March 8, 2010

Portis isn't likely to be cut from Redskins' roster , Jason Reid , March 4, 2010

Portis says he's a better fit for Shanahan's system, Rick Maese , February 3, 2010

Portis says he expects to return to Redskins and to be healthy, Cindy Boren , February 2, 2010

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