Quincy Wilson Signed by Bengals

[wvfreebyrd]

Word is on the WVU message boards that Bengals have signed rookie running back Quincy Wilson from the Falcons practice squad. You may remember him from the 2003 WVU-Miami Thursday night game where he leveled and then hurdled Miami defensive player on way to scoring a TD late in the game.

Any word on your end regarding this?

[LABengalsFan09]

What about Chris Perry??!!?!?!?!?!

Now I'm really worried!

I do like Wilson though...

[DontPushMe]

i liked wilson coming out of college, probly indication that they dont plan on keeping rudi next year, since wilson is more of a power runner like rudi, see if he has what it takes to make the team next year, good signing

[Sox]

I'm a WVU fan,and I have seen Q in many a game.

He is much like Rudi-a north south runner.Not a great receiver.

He is just as powerful,maybe more so.

[Sox]

Take it with a grain of salt until tomorrow morning...

http://mb9.scout.com/fwestvirginia18066frm...cID=49941.topic

http://westvirginia.rivals.com/showmsg.asp...4934541&style=1

[bengalady]

So does that force them to put Chris Perry on IR?

[BengalszoneBilly]

What about Chris Perry??!!?!?!?!?!

What about him? He's done NUTHIN"! He's a fragile waste of a #1 draft pick! Screw Perry!

[bengalady]

What about Chris Perry??!!?!?!?!?!

What about him? He's done NUTHIN"! He's a fragile waste of a #1 draft pick! Screw Perry!

I agree, but they are paying him good money! How long is his contract? Aren't we stuck with him for a while?

Where is the funds and the place for him? Sorry about the questions, I can't seem to see how this is possible without putting Perry on IR.

[Sox]

I'd say it's insurance since he's very similar to Rudi.

If they sign Rudi,Q gets cut in the off-season.If they don't,they give him a shot to back up Perry.

[oldschooler]

Looks like they really did sign Quincy.

But they put Braham on IR too.

Braham on IR; Wilson signed

12-18-04, 10:15 a.m.

Wilson rushed for 1380 yards and 12 TD's as a senior at West Virginia. (Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

The Bengals today placed C Rich Braham on the Reserve/Injured list and signed HB Quincy Wilson, a rookie from West Virginia, to the 53-player roster from the Atlanta Falcons practice squad. Wilson (5-9, 225) signed a three-year contract.

Wilson was Atlanta’s seventh-round choice in the 2004 Draft. During preseason for the Falcons, he had 28 rushing yards on 16 carries and two receptions for nine yards. He was waived in final roster cuts and had been on the Falcons practice squad all season before signing with Cincinnati.

Braham, an 11th-year NFL player, suffered a knee injury last week at New England. He is the 15th Bengals player to be put on a season-ending reserve list since the start of training camp.

[semiotter]

Way to go we need help on the DEF. and we get a RB?????????

[semiotter]

But man he sounds good!!!

[WVUBengal]

Q is a good back, he would've put up better numbers in college if Cobourne didn't play ahead of him. Q has some speed though he is a downhill runner. If he could develop into a good backup back and the Bengals keep Rudi next year you could have Rudi pound the ball and then have Q in for speed and a little more bruising. That solution worked well with Cobourne and Quincy why not Cincy lol.

[semiotter]

I hear ya. So why did they draft PERRY then???

[DontPushMe]

What about Chris Perry??!!?!?!?!?!

What about him? He's done NUTHIN"! He's a fragile waste of a #1 draft pick! Screw Perry!

Hes injured he must suck! We sould of cut TJ last year also because he was injured! And Warrick, cut him too. And Carson Palmer, why did we keep him? i mean, he didnt play in his rookie year, that must mean he sucks!

Man you guys are stupid. Perry was the best runningback coming out of the draft this year. He got injured, its a nagging injury that hasnt gone away yet. Next year at this time you will all look stupid for your comments.

[DontPushMe]

I hear ya. So why did they draft PERRY then???

Because he was the best RB in the draft and they need someone to replace/upgrade the lesser talented Rudi Johnson when he leaves in the offseason maybe..

No that makes to much sense. Lets just call him a bust and blame mike brown, thats a great idea! Injured = Bad player.

I wonder if the cheifs will be cutting Preist Holmes sometime this offseason, i mean, he got injured! maybe he would be a good pickup for us.

[ShulaSteakhouse]

Because he was the best RB in the draft and they need someone to replace/upgrade the lesser talented Rudi Johnson when he leaves in the offseason maybe..

Yeah so someone on pace this year to possibly beat Dillon's Bengals' single season rushing record is an inferior talent to an unproven rookie who can't even get on the field? A guy last year who had 3 150+ rushing games in limited starts? A guy who rarely fumbles or gets hurt and has carried the ball over 40 times in a game?

A guy who is the #6 ranked RB in the NFL?

I seriously question your football knowledge, sorry.

[chrishcovga]

Man come on, We've got to stop with the idiocy !!

Steven Jackson was the best back in the draft ! Kevin Jones was second and finally, Chris Perry was in some serious competition for the 3rd spot between Tatum Bell, and Julius Jones !

Before the draft I said

1. Steven Jackson reminds everyone of Ricky Williams only he can catch and run routes.

2. Kevin Jones running style is a lot like Fred Taylors'. He'll have to prove he can stay healthy.

3. Chris Perry reminds me of Curtis Martin... Running Styles are very similiar.. but Curtis Martin is durable!

-- I'm a big enough man to admit when I'm wrong, but uh.... Tell me which one I was wrong about..??

[DontPushMe]

Man come on, We've got to stop with the idiocy !!

Steven Jackson was the best back in the draft ! Kevin Jones was second and finally, Chris Perry was in some serious competition for the 3rd spot between Tatum Bell, and Julius Jones !

Before the draft I said

1. Steven Jackson reminds everyone of Ricky Williams only he can catch and run routes.

2. Kevin Jones running style is a lot like Fred Taylors'. He'll have to prove he can stay healthy.

3. Chris Perry reminds me of Curtis Martin... Running Styles are very similiar.. but Curtis Martin is durable!

-- I'm a big enough man to admit when I'm wrong, but uh.... Tell me which one I was wrong about..??

This shows you have no idea how to scout players yourself, and you just go with the concensus ranks.

Steven Jackson was not the best back in the draft. Still isnt, never will be. I had him ranked somewhere between 3rd and 5th. Wasnt sure how it would shake out, if i re ranked them now i would put him 5th. I had Kevin Jones as the best back in the draft, i still think thats how it is, but i trust our coaching staffs ability to evaluate talent enough to say perry was the best in the draft (our coaching staff thought so, and they know more then you do)

1. Jackson is nothing like ricky williams, you just said that because of the hair. Hes a power runner with bad lateral movement and no break away speed. His NFL comparison is more like Eddie George. Though i doubt he will ever be as good as george was in his prime. Ive explained many times why i think jackson will not do good in the NFL, and i dont want to do it again, so im stopping here.

2. Kevin Jones kicks ass, i do wish we had picked him

3. Perry is the most complete back in the 03 draft class. And news flash, Curtis Martin has been injured before also. You seem to want to write him off because he got injured. This is football, injuries happen.

IMO, the pre-draft ranks were this way:

1. Kevin Jones

2. Chris Perry

3. Tatum Bell

4. Steven Jackson

5. Julies Jones (though i sometimes flipped him with jackson, 3-5 were all really close imo)

The ranks you are spitting out were the ranks put out by people who run web pages and think that makes them smart, and retards like Mel Kiper. You are probly one of the people who thought randy starks should of been a 1st round pick.

[DontPushMe]

Because he was the best RB in the draft and they need someone to replace/upgrade the lesser talented Rudi Johnson when he leaves in the offseason maybe..

Yeah so someone on pace this year to possibly beat Dillon's Bengals' single season rushing record is an inferior talent to an unproven rookie who can't even get on the field? A guy last year who had 3 150+ rushing games in limited starts? A guy who rarely fumbles or gets hurt and has carried the ball over 40 times in a game?

A guy who is the #6 ranked RB in the NFL?

I seriously question your football knowledge, sorry.

No, this makes me question YOUR football knowledge. All rudi being 6th in rushing means is he gets the ball all the time because of injurys and weak players behind him. If you must look at stats for RBs, the most important one is yards per carry. Rudi Johnson ranks 20th in YPC among players with 100 or more carries. He is average. Its not difficult to find a player like rudi. Hes nothing special, very 1 dimensional, and will be replaced by chris perry next season.

[BengalsOwn]

Way to go we need help on the DEF. and we get a RB?????????

I highly doubt we'll be able to pick somebody up from a practice squad that is going to help this defense

[HoosierCat]

A guy who rarely fumbles

Seems to be getting a lot less "rarely" here these last couple weeks...

[HoosierCat]

I was knocking around some draft sites earlier today and found a write-up on Wilson from last year over at allproscouting.com. It's still on the home page as a recent update, so that tells you just how hard Matt Gambill's been working, I suppose. Anyhow, here it is, FWIW...

Quincy Wilson-RB-West Virginia

Prospect Interview(12-11-03)

West Virginia senior RB Quincy Wilson has impressed me more than any other senior RB in the country this season. The 5’9”, 216-pounder ran for 1,331 yards and 12 TD en route to being named 1st Team All-Big East and may have solidified himself as a first day NFL draft pick. Wilson will be one of the featured players at the East-West Shrine game in January, but has not yet been invited to the Senior Bowl, something I find ridiculous. Quincy was a pleasure to talk with, as we discussed everything from his future goals, his strengths, weaknesses, and even how he feels he stacks up against the “bigger” named RB prospects in America. Below is some information “Q” followed by our interview.

Name: Quincy Wilson

School: West Virginia Position: RB

Jersey: 3

Height: 5’9”

Weight: 216

Speed: 4.59(spring)

Strength: BP-365 x 5, SQ-630, PC-350, Vertical-36”, 225 x 21

Projection: A very impressive runner who shows excellent balance, vision, quickness, leg drive, pad level, and versatility. Extremely effective between the tackles and shows a great forward lean. A player who was given a 5th-7th round grade in the spring, but has elevated himself much higher. Currently sits as the #3 senior RB and the #6 RB overall on my board. A strong post-season could really solidify a first day grade from the NFL. Very impressive player and person.

The Interview

APSS: Quincy, what kind of person will an NFL team get when they draft you?

Wilson: I’m a very family oriented person who works hard and knows what it takes to prepare in the NFL. I learned a great deal from my father(former Bear LB Otis Wilson) on how to be a man and how to conduct myself.

APSS: As you know, football will not be around forever. What are your plans for when your playing career is finished?

Wilson: Well, I hope to be financially stable so I can provide for my family. I have a 19 month old son, so I’ll live through him just like my father lives through me now. I can’t wait to watch him play pee-wee football and high school ball. It’s going to be great.

APSS: Quincy, what are your playing strengths?

Wilson: I think I have deceptive speed. People tell me after games I am much faster on the field than they thought. My strength is also a big asset in my game.

APSS: And your weaknesses?

Wilson: I think I need to improve my blocking. In our system, there are a lot of 3 step drops, so really, all I am asked to do is chip. I know that won’t be the case in the NFL, so I’d like to work on that. I’ve improved a lot this year in my route running, but I know I can get better.

APSS: Do you feel that you’ll be physically ready to take on what the NFL offers every Sunday?

Wilson: I feel I will be ready. My body has been preparing for this. I am 216-pounds now and my running style is conducive for the NFL. You never know until you’re there how hard the hits are and how fast the defenders are, but I feel I can handle it.

APSS: What about mentally? Will you be able to handle the NFL’s mental strains?

Wilson: I believe I will handle it very well. I’ve had the opportunity to watch how my dad handled things in the NFL and he’s been a great help for me. My father has really prepared me well for what is to come, so I feel I am ready for it.

APSS: What goals did you set for yourself coming into your final season and did you accomplish them?

Wilson: I set some high goals for myself coming in and I attained all but one. I wanted to lead the Big East and rushing, but fell shy. I did miss the Temple game, but I am very proud of how everything turned out. I was still named 1st Team all conference and I was able to improve my status among the nation’s top RB’s. I feel it was a very good year, and there is still one more game left!

APSS: What goals do you have for the future?

Wilson: Well, first I want to be drafted. It would be a thrill to hear my name called as an NFL draft pick. After that, I hope to get in camp and impress enough to earn a starting job. I just need the opportunity.

APSS: Do you model your style after anyone currently in the league now?

Wilson: Yeah, actually I do. I compare myself and model my style after Travis Henry in Buffalo. We’re similar in many ways. We’re both in that 5’9” to 5’10” range. Both are 215-220 and we both run hard.

APSS: You’ve seen the other backs in the country play this year, so how do you feel you stack up against the players that were rated higher than yourself coming into the year?

Wilson: I think I stack up well. Just put in the film and it will speak for itself. I know I was graded a little lower than some of those guys, but I feel I can compete with them on every level. I had my biggest games against top competition(Miami, Va. Tech, and Pitt). I think my film will give the NFL an idea on what I can do at the next level.

APSS: Quincy, thanks for your time and I certainly wish you the best in the future.

Wilson: Thanks! I appreciate you doing this.

***The above interview was conducted by Matt Gambill of allproscouting.com***

[TubThumper]

Anybody can get injured, but durability is a big deal with a running back. Perry's injury may be just one of those things, but when a back can't get on the field all year because of an abdominal strain, it's a concern. We'll see.

[TubThumper]

I was knocking around some draft sites earlier today and found a write-up on Wilson from last year over at allproscouting.com. It's still on the home page as a recent update, so that tells you just how hard Matt Gambill's been working, I suppose. Anyhow, here it is, FWIW...

Quincy Wilson-RB-West Virginia

Prospect Interview(12-11-03)

West Virginia senior RB Quincy Wilson has impressed me more than any other senior RB in the country this season. The 5’9”, 216-pounder ran for 1,331 yards and 12 TD en route to being named 1st Team All-Big East and may have solidified himself as a first day NFL draft pick. Wilson will be one of the featured players at the East-West Shrine game in January, but has not yet been invited to the Senior Bowl, something I find ridiculous. Quincy was a pleasure to talk with, as we discussed everything from his future goals, his strengths, weaknesses, and even how he feels he stacks up against the “bigger” named RB prospects in America. Below is some information “Q” followed by our interview.

Name: Quincy Wilson

School: West Virginia Position: RB

Jersey: 3

Height: 5’9”

Weight: 216

Speed: 4.59(spring)

Strength: BP-365 x 5, SQ-630, PC-350, Vertical-36”, 225 x 21

Projection: A very impressive runner who shows excellent balance, vision, quickness, leg drive, pad level, and versatility. Extremely effective between the tackles and shows a great forward lean. A player who was given a 5th-7th round grade in the spring, but has elevated himself much higher. Currently sits as the #3 senior RB and the #6 RB overall on my board. A strong post-season could really solidify a first day grade from the NFL. Very impressive player and person.

The Interview

APSS: Quincy, what kind of person will an NFL team get when they draft you?

Wilson: I’m a very family oriented person who works hard and knows what it takes to prepare in the NFL. I learned a great deal from my father(former Bear LB Otis Wilson) on how to be a man and how to conduct myself.

APSS: As you know, football will not be around forever. What are your plans for when your playing career is finished?

Wilson: Well, I hope to be financially stable so I can provide for my family. I have a 19 month old son, so I’ll live through him just like my father lives through me now. I can’t wait to watch him play pee-wee football and high school ball. It’s going to be great.

APSS: Quincy, what are your playing strengths?

Wilson: I think I have deceptive speed. People tell me after games I am much faster on the field than they thought. My strength is also a big asset in my game.

APSS: And your weaknesses?

Wilson: I think I need to improve my blocking. In our system, there are a lot of 3 step drops, so really, all I am asked to do is chip. I know that won’t be the case in the NFL, so I’d like to work on that. I’ve improved a lot this year in my route running, but I know I can get better.

APSS: Do you feel that you’ll be physically ready to take on what the NFL offers every Sunday?

Wilson: I feel I will be ready. My body has been preparing for this. I am 216-pounds now and my running style is conducive for the NFL. You never know until you’re there how hard the hits are and how fast the defenders are, but I feel I can handle it.

APSS: What about mentally? Will you be able to handle the NFL’s mental strains?

Wilson: I believe I will handle it very well. I’ve had the opportunity to watch how my dad handled things in the NFL and he’s been a great help for me. My father has really prepared me well for what is to come, so I feel I am ready for it.

APSS: What goals did you set for yourself coming into your final season and did you accomplish them?

Wilson: I set some high goals for myself coming in and I attained all but one. I wanted to lead the Big East and rushing, but fell shy. I did miss the Temple game, but I am very proud of how everything turned out. I was still named 1st Team all conference and I was able to improve my status among the nation’s top RB’s. I feel it was a very good year, and there is still one more game left!

APSS: What goals do you have for the future?

Wilson: Well, first I want to be drafted. It would be a thrill to hear my name called as an NFL draft pick. After that, I hope to get in camp and impress enough to earn a starting job. I just need the opportunity.

APSS: Do you model your style after anyone currently in the league now?

Wilson: Yeah, actually I do. I compare myself and model my style after Travis Henry in Buffalo. We’re similar in many ways. We’re both in that 5’9” to 5’10” range. Both are 215-220 and we both run hard.

APSS: You’ve seen the other backs in the country play this year, so how do you feel you stack up against the players that were rated higher than yourself coming into the year?

Wilson: I think I stack up well. Just put in the film and it will speak for itself. I know I was graded a little lower than some of those guys, but I feel I can compete with them on every level. I had my biggest games against top competition(Miami, Va. Tech, and Pitt). I think my film will give the NFL an idea on what I can do at the next level.

APSS: Quincy, thanks for your time and I certainly wish you the best in the future.

Wilson: Thanks! I appreciate you doing this.

***The above interview was conducted by Matt Gambill of allproscouting.com***

I'm really curious to see what this guy can do. He at least expresses an appreciation for the need to be prepared to handle the mental strains of the NFL. A lot of guys don't, and that's what makes me sick about the melt-down against the Bills. He's a good interview; I'm less impressed with a guy like Chris Perry in that regard. I'd like to see how it all translates on the field where it counts.