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Koren Robinson

I read earlier that he was released by the Packers. That was a head-scratcher, because I was under the impression that he did pretty well when he returned upon the end of his suspension. Or at least that's what other people were saying.

From: BSPN

The Green Bay Packers released Koren Robinson on Friday, the latest setback for the veteran wide receiver trying to resurrect his career after serving an NFL suspension and jail time.

Not long after Green Bay signed the 6-foot-2, 205-pound Robinson in 2006, the league suspended him for a year for alcohol-related problems.

He sought treatment that included attending Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and taking a drug that would make him sick if he drank alcohol again.

When he was reinstated to the league he appeared to have put his troubles behind him. Teammates said they were impressed by his work ethic and his obvious efforts to stay clean.


Maybe the Packers simply felt he didn't fit in their future plans, maybe he's lost his effectiveness, I don't know (only game I saw him play in was the playoff game against the Seahawks)

What do you guys think? Would he be someone worth a look? He does seem to have his head on straight and isn't on the brink of suspension ala Chris Henry.

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Should the Cowboys give Koren Robinson a look?
  • Er......maybe. Couldn't hurt to think it over. But he's really not better than the guys we've got.
  • Absolutely!
  • Absolutely not!

  126 votes | Results

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BUST!

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on May 9, 2008 8:59 PM CDT reply reply   0 recs

Apparently not in 2002.

by Zak on May 9, 2008 11:13 PM CDT to parent up reply reply   0 recs

Why is it?

That every time a guy gets cut EVERYONE has to speculate whether or not he should be signed by the Cowboys. This is the main thing that irritates me about the internet and blogs. Please people, get a a life. This has been my pet peeve for a couple years now. Get to know your your team and its needs before you randomly speculate who the Cowboys should be interested in.

by Impatient on May 10, 2008 2:02 AM CDT reply reply   0 recs

Calm down...

If you look around at other blogs, all team blogs do the same thing..

Say your sorry to Ron Washington

by miles on May 10, 2008 2:10 AM CDT to parent up reply reply   0 recs

My pet peeve. . .

Is being told to learn my team and stop speculating by a friend of the family that thinks getting held up at gun point is a potential character issue. NICE!

While WR isn’t a HUGE need, its not poor speculation to think about K. Robinson. He’s got skills, but has always had challenges staying clean/focused, et al. Some maturity and corrections might have him in a place where he could be more successful in the league. My own take is a pass on him as he doesn’t bring more than we have. . .Might be the same issue for the Packers – they are LOADED at WR.

The other thing that got my attention was the number of guys with silly talent that are in trouble with the law/league for criminal activity. Its really astounding the amount of ‘reclamation projects’ there are that could really help a team out. Chris Henry, Adam Jones, Koren Robinson, Odel. . .these are really talented players (some more than others) that are pissing away their careers. Sad, huh. . .

Bum's Boy Boyz

by JerrodWheeler on May 10, 2008 6:52 AM CDT to parent up reply reply   0 recs

First of all

WR is NOT a “HUGE” need. We had the #2 passing offence in the league with the receivers we have on this team right now. The Titans have a HUGE need at WR. The Dolphins have a “HUGE” need at WR. The Cowboys do not. TO is getting up there in years and TG hasnt played in a year. But somehow this team figured out how to pass for more yards in team history with these guys. Not a “HUGE” need.

My point about Mendenhall was more about his work ethic then him being out in the bad part of Chicago tat 2am, He pulled a hamnmie his first day of camp I believe because he was not properly in shape. We received reports from his college coaches that he does not work that hard unless he is the starter.

by Impatient on May 10, 2008 11:46 AM CDT to parent up reply reply   0 recs

You're right

Let’s not sign or draft any WR’s until TO, TG, Crayton and everybody else are gone. We won’t need anybody till then.

by ChrisRichey on May 10, 2008 3:08 PM CDT to parent up reply reply   0 recs

Dude.

I was just putting it out there. Grizz said he wants more use of the Fan Posts, so I’m posting something. Jeez.

You can't have Thunder without Lightning.

by Nelson... on May 10, 2008 8:19 AM CDT to parent up reply reply   0 recs

And I say keep on posting it Nelson...

There’s nothing wrong with speculating about a player like Koren Robinson. We’ve talked about WR as a need and he’s a guy who has some talent.

by Dave Halprin (Grizz) on May 10, 2008 9:39 AM CDT to parent up reply reply   0 recs

Yeah Man

Keep posting, It is a good post and makes sense.

Cowboys are looking for a dynamic #2 WR why not talk about a 1st round WR who has been released?

"Don't Worry About 38, He will be Ready.. Will you be ready to Cheer for him?"

by Wmillion on May 10, 2008 5:31 PM CDT to parent up reply reply   0 recs

Be thankful players are considering Dallas

because there was a time when free agents wouldn’t give us a second thought, other than to force others to ante up the price.

by Taylor on May 10, 2008 1:07 PM CDT to parent up reply reply   0 recs

He used to have a problem with...

... the dropsies when he was in Seattle.

Also, keep in mind, he’s only been familiar with team’s running da WCO (Seahawks, Vikings, Packers).

I read - I think on PFT - that Philly could be interested.

I honestly wouldn’t mind us taking a look-see.

"Jerry Jones offers more second chances than a tent revival." -- Kevin Sherrington, The Dallas Morning News

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by silverblue5 on May 10, 2008 12:17 PM CDT reply reply   0 recs

there's a lot of speculation about players coming to Dallas

because a lot of players do in fact want to come to Dallas. I can see how it gets irritating whenever a player that seems to have problems, either character issues or just personal in terms of not getting along or liking their situation with their current team, Dallas gets brought up, but I’d say it’s more of a positive thing because 1) there’s a lot of authentic Dallas fans out there, and 2) we are an elite team and serious SB contender this year, so no wonder players give it a thought….

by scottmaui on May 10, 2008 1:16 PM CDT reply reply   0 recs

PASS

He might have something left to offer but with Pacman on the roster and Tank and TO staying calm, let’s not rock the boat. This team has enough players with issues and the coaches need to focus on getting everyone tuned up and plugged in for the season, not bringing in more guys who are apt to make the news for all the wrong reasons.

by Billito on May 10, 2008 1:38 PM CDT reply reply   0 recs

For the record

Robinson has yet to comment of his release, nor has he mentioned any potential teams he’d like to play for. So this really isn’t another example of a “troubled player wants to be a Cowboy” story….yet.

You can't have Thunder without Lightning.

by Nelson... on May 10, 2008 1:40 PM CDT reply reply   0 recs

Compared to Pacman, Tank, and C. Henry...

... Robinson’s “clean.”
:}

"Jerry Jones offers more second chances than a tent revival." -- Kevin Sherrington, The Dallas Morning News

www.brainfriednetwork.com [NEWS/SPORTS/FOOTBALL]

by silverblue5 on May 10, 2008 4:23 PM CDT to parent up reply reply   0 recs

I'd take Tank of that list

He is not in the same class as Pacman and Henry.

by ChrisRichey on May 10, 2008 5:28 PM CDT to parent up reply reply   0 recs

right

just a story of another player that everyone wants to speculate on whether he might want to be a cowboy!

by scottmaui on May 10, 2008 3:43 PM CDT reply reply   0 recs

pretty much! LOL

You can't have Thunder without Lightning.

by Nelson... on May 10, 2008 5:41 PM CDT to parent up reply reply   0 recs

This LINK should put a rest to this Robinson talk.....

http://www.profootballtalk.com/2008/05/10/korens-brother-gets-busted/

A true diehard Cowboys fan since 1975.

"If you don’t take him off the field as a coach, he will just about die out there," Jerry Jones said. "That impacted my decision. It’s a Michael Irvin-type work ethic. That’s what we are talking about with Felix Jones."
- Owner/G.M of the Dallas Cowboys , Jerry Jones

by BoyzRback on May 10, 2008 11:52 PM CDT reply reply   0 recs

Ouch.

You can't have Thunder without Lightning.

by Nelson... on May 11, 2008 11:29 AM CDT to parent up reply reply   0 recs

It's fun for us.....

Don’t you think EVERY owner looks at EVERY player that has been cut, released, hits waivers, or is even rumored to be unhappy with his current team and wants out….???!!?
They might not comment on them all, but every owner looks at all these players and probably says:
1) do we need someone at that position?
2) do we want someone at that position?
3) is someone with this ‘baggage’ worth it?
4) is the upside better than the downside?

i bet if the answer is ‘yes’ to a few of these, they probably consider taking a look at the guy….
that’s all were doing, but with ‘monopoly’ players… just for fun..

by stephena on May 12, 2008 9:19 AM CDT reply reply   0 recs


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