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Shaun Alexander | Running Back

Team:	Washington Redskins
Age / DOB:	(35) / 8/30/1977
Ht / Wt:	5'11' / 225
College:	Alabama
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Free agent Shaun Alexander reiterated in an interview with 106.7 The Fan in D.C. that he wants to keep playing football.

"I am as strong and as explosive as I've ever been right now," said Alexander, who turns 32 on Sunday. "If somebody needs somebody to get in the red zone and do some work, I could probably still do that pretty well." We'd love to see a forty time on the guy. There's a reason that no teams are calling. Thu, Aug 27, 2009 01:44:00 PM

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Shaun Alexander still wants back in
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Shaun Alexander - RB - Redskins

Free agent RB Shaun Alexander again said he's not retired and wants to play in the NFL this season.

Yeah, we know Shaun. You want to play and we want to live on the moon. Until Edgerrin James and Warrick Dunn get jobs, Alexander is very unlikely to garner interest. But he probably won't stop telling us he has "a few good years left."

Source: The Sporting News

Tue, Aug 11, 2009 09:23:00 AM

Shaun Alexander - RB - Redskins

Free agent Shaun Alexander says he hasn't ruled out a return to the NFL.

The rest of the league has, but Alexander isn't ready to admit it. The 32-year old says he's had "preliminary talks with a few teams." Alexander spent part of last season with the Redskins, finishing with 11 carries for 24 yards.

Source: Mobile Press-Register

Wed, Jul 8, 2009 10:16:00 PM

Shaun Alexander - RB - Redskins

Free agent Shaun Alexander is working out in New Jersey in hopes of re-signing with the Redskins.

Alexander, 32 in August, just wants a shot for the minimum pay. "I think that if a team gave me a shot, I think that they would be so pleased," he said. "They would feel like they got a ticket to have somebody that could play really, really well for nothing. I think that would shock a lot of people."

Source: Seattle Times

Thu, May 14, 2009 04:41:00 PM

Shaun Alexander - RB - Redskins

Redskins released RB Shaun Alexander.

Alexander sounded re-energized and grateful to be back in the league, but scouts agree the game has passed him by. If old buddy Jim Zorn wouldn't hold onto him, he's probably not getting another job. Alexander finished with 11 carries for 24 rushing yards in four games. The 2005 MVP is seventh all-time in rushing scores, but is unlikely to get serious Hall of Fame consideration.

Tue, Nov 25, 2008 02:36:00 PM

Shaun Alexander - RB - Redskins

Shaun Alexander rushed six times for 11 yards and caught one pass for nine yards in Week 8 against the Lions.

Alexander was on the field quite a bit in the first quarter, causing Clinton Portis and coach Jim Zorn to have a minor incident on the sidelines, but did nothing with his early work and sat for most of the second half. However, he could be thrust into an increased role if Portis' fourth-quarter injury proves serious.

Sun, Oct 26, 2008 04:22:00 PM

Shaun Alexander - RB - Redskins

Shaun Alexander rushed three times for eight yards in his Redskins debut Sunday against the Browns.

Alexander got three touches to Rock Cartwright's four off the bench and will remain third on the depth chart until Ladell Betts (knee) returns.

Sun, Oct 19, 2008 07:30:00 PM

Shaun Alexander - RB - Redskins

Rock Cartwright, not Shaun Alexander, will be Clinton Portis' backup running back initially.

Alexander will work into the backup role while Ladell Betts is out. Coach Jim Zorn also indicated that Betts would likely get the backup job back when he gets healthy. Alexander's stay is unlikely to have a fantasy impact. "This thing could be temporary, or it could run the entire season," Zorn said.

Source: Washington Post

Wed, Oct 15, 2008 09:21:00 AM

Shaun Alexander - RB - Redskins

Adam Schefter of NFL Network reports that the Redskins have signed RB Shaun Alexander to a one-year contract.

Ladell Betts' knee injury gives Alexander at least a couple weeks to back up Clinton Portis, but he's unlikely to have any fantasy value. Redskins boss Jim Zorn coached quarterbacks in Seattle when Alexander was in his prime, so he knows how far he's fallen. Don't expect more than a handful of touches unless Portis gets banged up.

Tue, Oct 14, 2008 03:52:00 PM

Shaun Alexander - RB - Redskins

According to the Washington Post, the Redskins are expected to sign Shaun Alexander to a one-year contract.

The newspaper reports that Alexander's tryout Monday went well and he would be in line to back up Clinton Portis while Ladell Betts is out with a knee injury.

Source: Washington Post

Tue, Oct 14, 2008 02:34:00 PM

Shaun Alexander - RB - Redskins

Free agent Shaun Alexander will visit the Redskins on Tuesday.

Alexander will take a physical and NFL.com's Adam Schefter says he could be signed by the end of the day. The Washington Post also has the news. Jim Zorn coached the QBs in Seattle when Alexander was there, so knows Alexander and his limitations well. The Skins are interested because Ladell Betts will miss two weeks with a knee sprain. Alexander wouldn't be worth owning in fantasy leagues even if he signed.

Source: NFL.com

Mon, Oct 13, 2008 09:03:00 PM

Shaun Alexander - RB - Redskins

ProFootballTalk is reporting that free agent RBs Shaun Alexander and Cedric Benson visited with the Lions on Tuesday.

Despite his inconsistent carries, rookie Kevin Smith has flashed talent and looks good in the passing game. Perhaps the lack of bounce in Rudi Johnson's step has the team looking to upgrade behind Smith. Alexander had predicted an imminent signing over a week ago, but there's been little league-wide interest Benson. We wouldn't rush to the waiver wire to acquire either one.

Source: ProFootballTalk.com

Tue, Sep 16, 2008 09:31:00 PM

Shaun Alexander - RB - Redskins

Free agent Shaun Alexander told the Associated Press Friday that he has no plans to retire and his signing with a team is "imminent."

He says he's got "a constant flow of calls" from several teams, including the Bengals. "They want me to be Tres Siete," Alexander said, referring to his No. 37 and making a wordplay on Ocho Cinco. His odds of catching on will go up after Week 1 because teams won't have to guarantee his salary, but Alexander wouldn't be a clear upgrade over any current Bengals back.

Source: Associated Press

Fri, Sep 5, 2008 10:47:00 PM

Shaun Alexander - RB - Redskins

NFL Network's Adam Schefter reports that Shaun Alexander and Travis Henry have received very little interest on the free agent market.

Perhaps this will change when teams incur injuries in camp, but after LaMont Jordan is cut, Alexander and Henry may be the fourth and fifth most desirable RBs on the market (also behind Kevin Jones and Cedric Benson). Schefter says Alexander, who turns 31 soon, will have to sign for the minimum to play. His career could be over.

Thu, Jun 26, 2008 07:08:00 PM

Shaun Alexander - RB - Redskins

NFL Network's Adam Schefter reports the Bears have no plans to "do anything dramatic" at the running back position before training camp.

It doesn't help that the Bears lost cap space when they cut Cedric Benson and still have Devin Hester and Tommie Harris to sign to extensions. If they do sign a veteran, they may only be able to offer the minimum. Ron Dayne might be their best bet. Shaun Alexander and Kevin Jones' asking prices are unknown, but figure to be higher.

Mon, Jun 9, 2008 07:30:00 PM

Depth Charts

Skill Players
Pos	Role	Name
QB	1	Robert Griffin III Sidelined Redskins GM Bruce Allen conceded it's "too early to tell" whether Robert Griffin III (ACL, LCL surgery) will be ready on the first day of training camp. "He is doing everything that the doctors want him to do," said Allen. "... But it’s really too premature to speculate on where his medical condition is until we give him a physical when training camp starts July 25." Allen said RG3 is able to do "a lot of drill work on his own." Expect Griffin to open training camp on active/PUP. May 20
	2	Kirk Cousins
	3	Rex Grossman
	4	Pat White
RB	1	Alfred Morris
	2	Evan Royster
	3	Roy Helu Sidelined CSN Washington believes Roy Helu and No. 154 pick RB Chris Thompson are competing for the same roster spot. The same is true of Evan Royster and No. 228 pick Jawan Jamison. Thompson and Helu are both change-of-pace type runners, while Royster and Jamison rely more on vision and power. Jamison is the longest shot of the four, but Helu's roster spot will very much be in danger if he doesn't report to camp 100 percent healthy and stay 100 percent healthy. May 19
	4	Chris Thompson Sidelined Redskins agreed to terms with No. 154 overall pick RB Chris Thompson on a four-year contract. Recovering from an October ACL tear, Thompson is questionable for the beginning of training camp. Thompson is a thimble of a football player at 5-foot-7, 192 pounds, but coach Mike Shanahan believes he would have been a first- or second-round pick if not for his injury. That's because of his electric speed. Thompson could eventually make noise as a scat/third-down back, but will most likely be "redshirted" this season. May 15
	5	Jawan Jamison
GLB	1	Alfred Morris
	2	Evan Royster
3RB	1	Alfred Morris
	2	Evan Royster
FB	1	Darrel Young
	2	Dorson Boyce I.L. Redskins FB Dorson Boyce (shoulder) could be cleared for contact this week. Boyce tore his labrum in the preseason finale last year. The 24-year-old rushed ten times for 44 yards in exhibition action last season. He could compete for a special teams role or a spot on the practice squad. Apr 20
	3	Eric Kettani
WR1	1	Pierre Garcon Sidelined Pierre Garcon (foot) isn't sure if he'll be 100 percent healthy for 2013. "I’ll be healthy enough to play," Garcon said Thursday on NFL Network. "I can’t say I’ll be 100 percent, but I’ll be back out there helping the team in any way possible." Garcon isn't sure if he'll go full steam during OTAs. Garcon played through the injury in 2012, but it's a concern he's already resigned to the possibility of playing at less than 100 percent for the second consecutive season. Garcon could eventually require surgery, but has thus far avoided it because there's no guarantee it will correct the issue. Apr 12
	2	Santana Moss
	3	Aldrick Robinson
	4	Skye Dawson
	5	Chip Reeves
WR2	1	Josh Morgan Sidelined Josh Morgan had ligaments in each of his hands repaired after the season. Tack this issue on top of ongoing concerns surrounding Morgan's right leg issues. After appearing to lack burst last season, he had surgery to remove a plate and seven screws from his right ankle in January. Morgan may not be ready for OTAs. Feb 27
	2	Leonard Hankerson
	3	Dezmon Briscoe
	4	Nick Williams
	5	Lance Lewis
WR3	1	Santana Moss
TE	1	Fred Davis Sidelined Speaking in a Wednesday presser, Redskins coach Mike Shanahan said Fred Davis (Achilles) has made "strides," but the team won't know how far he's progressed before OTAs. Davis is six months removed from the Achilles' tear, and expects to be fully cleared by June. Despite Davis' bullish outlook, he's a strong candidate to begin camp on active/PUP, with a stint on reserve/PUP possible to begin the year. Apr 24
	2	Logan Paulsen
	3	Jordan Reed Sidelined Redskins third-round TE Jordan Reed did not participate in rookie minicamp due to a bone bruise in his knee and a pulled quad. Reed, the 85th pick in the draft, pulled a quad, which resulted in knee soreness. The Redskins are "hopeful" he'll be able to get back to action in a "couple weeks." Washington starts OTAs on May 20, and Reed should be on the field. May 5
	4	Niles Paul
	5	Deangelo Peterson
K	1	Kai Forbath

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