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Trent Williams No. 99: NFL Top 100 Players of 2013 (Video)

Posted on April 27, 2013

The NFL annually does a ‘Top Players of’ list (voted on by the players) each year as most people know. This years list is being shown on NFL Network this week and Trent Williams was listed at number 99.

Trent led the offensive line that guided the way for Alfred Morris to gain 1600+ yards plus last season and watched RG3′s blind spot all year. For his solid play Williams was named to his first Pro Bowl.

In just three years Trent Williams has cemented himself as one of the best tackles in the NFL.

There are sure to be more Redskins players on the list….stay tuned.

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Top Five Offensive Redskins Players of the 2012 Season

Posted on January 16, 2013

1- Robert Griffin III

For nearly 20 years the Washington Redskins searched for a franchise quarterback who could lead them back to glory,they found it in 2012. Griffin ushered in a new era of football in DC. The speedy RG3 gave coach Mike Shanahan and assistant coach Kyle Shanahan the dynamics to unleash an offense that defenses in the NFL had no clue how to defend. Griffin completed 258 passes while attempting 393, for a 65.6 completion percentage, 3,200 passing yards, 20 touchdowns and five interceptions.Robert’s passing rating was third best in the NFL at 102.4, and he broke the NFL rushing record for a rookie quarterback with 815 yards and seven touchdowns while only playing 15 games for the Redskins.

Robert Griffin III has the distinction of leading the league in yards per play passing (8.14 yards per play) and rushing (6.8 yards per carry) in the 2012 season. The future is unknown for Griffin at the moment after suffering ACL and LCL tears in his right knee during the playoffs this year, but he is determined to make a comeback and be better than ever before in 2013. His recovery time is projected to be 6-8 months, which would be just in time for the 2013 season.

2- Alfred Morris

It would not be completely fair to say that Alfred Morris is the “second” best, it was more like RG3 was 1A and Morris is 1B. While Griffin did in fact change the way teams view the Redskins, clearly Alfred Morris was the work-horse back that fueled the Redskins run.

Teams were completely shocked as week after week they set their game-plan up to stop Griffin and then Alfred would tear them up. Morris rushed 335 times for 1,613 yards (Redskins franchise record) and 13 touchdowns in 2012. Alfred rushed for over 100+ yards on seven different occasions, including 200 yards against the rival Cowboys in the last game of the season. The 24-year old Morris finished second in the NFL in rushing to only Adrian Peterson, who finished 9 yards shy of the NFL record.

3- Trent Williams

Many questions loomed over Trent Williams heading into the 2012 season. Williams was suspended from the Redskins for the final four games of the 2011 campaign for failing a drug screen. Williams came out on a mission and with the intention to make up for his past wrong doings.

Trent has risen to being one of the top left tackles in all of football in the last few months and is the main line of protection for RG3 and the high octane Redskins offense. Going forward the 24-year old will look to be the leader of the offensive line for years to come as he is already a team captain.

4- Pierre Garcon

The Washington Redskins had a collection of stats that will make even the most pessimistic fan happy in 2012. One of the biggest stats that has fell between the cracks is the record the Redskins had in games Pierre Garcon started in the regular season. The Redskins were in fact 9-1 in those games as Garcon missed 6 games this year due to injury. Garcon is still contemplating surgery on his injured toe this off-season, he would like to avoid the procedure altogether if possible.

Pierre finished the year with 44 catches for 633 yards and four touchdowns, in only 10 games. Many who questioned the pickup of Garcon in the off-season quickly changed their minds once they saw the way Pierre made plays after the catch this year.

5- Kai Forbath

Since Chip Lohmiller left Washington many years ago the Redskins have had issues at place kicker ever since. Truth is, no kicker the Redskins have employed has been able to stay consistent or come through in clutch situations. After Billy Cundiff started the 2012 year off missing five of his first 12 kicks, the Redskins decided to sign another kicker.

The result of the kicker search turned up Kai Forbath who had never attempted a kick in the NFL and had spent the 2011 season on the non-injured, non-playing list for the Dallas Cowboys. Forbath responded by kicking a 50 yarder on his first attempt. Kai went on to successfully kick his first 17 in a row (an NFL record) before missing his first kick in the season finale against Dallas. Forbath also was good on 33 extra point attempts this season and scored 84 points in only 11 games.

Check out this highlight video (below) that was created by us here at HTTR4LIFE.COM that commemorates the 2012 Washington Redskins season.

Hail to the Redskins!

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Saturday Slop: Redskins Media Links Roundup (1-12-2013)

Posted on January 12, 2013

Trent Williams fined for altercation with Richard Sherman
Williams took the blame for the incident. “I mean, just high emotions, man. I let them get the best of me. It’s nobody’s fault but mine,” Williams said. “I’ve got to calm down a little bit. It’s just when you lose a game like this with high intensity, you’re a little on edge, and I reacted in an immature manner. I’m taught better than that. I’ve just got to be better. It’s my first playoff run, to have the season end like that, and to kind of be taunted, it’d take a bigger man to walk away, and next time I just got to be a bigger man.”

NFLPA decides not to initiate formal inquiry of Robert Griffin III’s injury
DeMaurice Smith, the union’s executive director, said in a written statement on the same Web site that “playing through pain is a harsh reality of our business and our union will always hold the league and the clubs accountable to the best medical care. Our thoughts are with Robert as he recovers from his surgery and we hope he returns to full strength.”

WRG3: Radio Station Flips Name to Support Redskins Star ” CBS DC
“While the playoffs may continue without the Skins, we’re giving the fans a little extra something and at the same time thanking RGIII for a great year and hope that he gets better soon!”

Paul’s Progress Bodes Well For Next Season

“Just having guys like [wide receiver] Pierre Garçon and [quarterback] Robert Griffin III in the locker room made a big difference this year.” Paul said. “Their attitude and their demeanor they brought to the field kind of affected everybody.”

Former Redskins LB Jonathan Goff knows what RG3 should expect in rehabbing second ACL reconstruction – Washington Times

“You have to pay a little bit more attention to that leg,” Goff said Thursday about the patellar tendon graft removed from his left (healthy) knee. “They’re just taking out a chunk from your knee, so it’s not the best feeling in the world. But since the beginning, it has been strong and sturdy. It’s just that there’s a fair amount of pain management and soft-tissue work that you got to do to keep it moving.”

Fletcher undecided about ’13 | CSN Washington

“I’ll take the same process that I’ve taken the last four or five years,” he told reporters. “I’ll take some time to let the emotions of the season kind of get away, refresh for a little bit and then sit down with my family and make the decision as [to] whether I’ll continue to play or not.”

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2012: Rise of the Redskins (Video)
2012 was a special year to be a fan of the Washington Redskins. Many records were shattered as the Redskins had their best offensive numbers in years.

From John Wall to Robert Griffin III to Stephen Strasburg, growing pains in Washington – The Washington Post

“That’s crazy, right?” Wall said last April. “Now RGIII and me are going to be doing our thing here together, ballin’ out, trying to bring D.C. teams back to respectability.” Told that was a lot to ask given their ages and their respective franchises struggles, Wall replied, “Naw, we’re up to it. We gotta do it — who else if not us?”

Washington Redskins 2013 NFL Mock Draft – Hogs Haven

A look at the Washington Redskins 7 round Mock Draft.

How does personnel fit Monte Kiffin’s scheme? – ESPN

ESPNDallas.com’s Tim MacMahon has a breakdown of how the players on the roster fit with new defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin’s schemes: Rob Ryan

Updated Washington Redskins Cap Situation: | Fanspeak Washington Redskins Blog
The Washington Redskins currently don’t have under contract their starting right tackle Tyler Polumbus, left guardKory Lichtensteiger, free safety Madieu Williams, nickel corner Cedric Griffin, and punter Sav Rocca as well as key reserves DL Kedric Golston, QB Rex Grossman, LB Lorenzo Alexander, DL Chris Baker and OL Jordan Black. Also restricted free agents are not included which includes FB Darrel Young, TE Logan Paulsen and top reserve OLBRob Jackson. If the Redskins were to re-sign all of these guys to very moderate deals, it would be an additional $8-12 million against the cap. This means the Redskins would need to clear at least $12 million from the payroll, even if they don’t upgrade a single position (outside the draft).

Three Redskins Players Make the Pro Bowl, Two Named as Alternates

Posted on December 26, 2012

skinsinprowbowl 300x225 Three Redskins Players Make the Pro Bowl, Two Named as Alternates The rosters for this years Pro Bowl were released today and the Washington Redskins had three players on it.

Rookie quarterback Robert Griffin III was selected to be the first backup at quarterback. It should be noted that RG3 is the only rookie quarterback this year to make the pro bowl, and the first rookie to be selected to play since Dan Marino (Cam Newton was an alternate).

Left offensive tackle Trent Williams was selected to be a reserve, and Lorenzo Alexander was selected as the special teams demon.

Veteran linebacker London Fletcher and rookie running back Alfred Morris were both named as alternates.

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Saturday Slop: Tuck says Redskins O Won’t go Anywhere Without RG3; Shanahan Impressed with Trent Williams’ Maturity

Posted on December 1, 2012

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Redemption Song: Redskins Secondary Has No Plans For Giant Meltdown ” CBS DC
“That one play’s not going to define us as a unit,” said Williams, a nine-year veteran who was supposed to be Washington’s No. 3 safety before Tanard Jackson was suspended for the season after another failed drug test. “It’s not going to define me as a player. It was a lack of execution on everybody’s part. We didn’t do what we were supposed to do. The longer you play this game, the longer you’re in this league, you’re going to have moments like that. You learn from it and capitalize on the opportunity in front of us.”

DeAngelo Hall Fined $35,750 For Pair Of Infractions Against Cowboys On Thanksgiving | NBC4 Washington
Hall has been fined by the NFL — again — for a pair of undisclosed infractions against the Dallas Cowboys on Thanskgiving. Hall lost $35,750, according to Fox Sports’ Jay Glazer.

20 Questions With Robert Griffin III | NBC4 Washington
When Dan Hellie sat down with Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III Tuesday, he offered up some quick-hitters to let us get to know a little more about the rookie phenom’s personality. He shares his guilty pleasure, his celebrity connections and some thoughts about his teammates. And he also made one spot-on Washington sports prediction.

The Redskins Blog | Mrs. Shanahan On Redskins’ Return Game
“He obviously made a bad decision,” Shanahan said of Banks. ”My wife told me that wasn’t a good decision.” Shanahan got a good chuckle out of the media, something he enjoys doing with his patented deadpan delivery. All joking aside, Shanahan made clear that Banks needs to make better decisions, or his job as returner is in jeopardy. “Brandon by all means knows that was a poor decision so you just can’t make those mistakes,” Shanahan said. ”You have to eliminate those mistakes and if you make too many of them then you are not returning punts or kicks anymore.”

The Redskins Blog | Griffin III’s Awards Help Community, Too
Griffin III was named the FedEx Air NFL Player of the Week, an award that comes with a $2,000 donation in each of the winning players’ names to their local offices of Junior Achievement. It’s the second time Griffin III has won FedEx Air NFL Player of the Week award, so that means he’s sent $4,000 to the Washington, D.C., Junior Achievement office just based on his top-notch performances. The FedEx Air NFL Player of the Week distinction was the third award Griffin III has won this week alone. Griffin III today was also voted as the NFL Rookie of the Week — already for the fifth time this season. Then, on Wednesday, he was given his second NFL Offensive Rookie of the Month award.

Tuck says Redskins O won’t go anywhere without RG3 | ProFootballTalk
Giants defensive end Justin Tuck said as impressive as RG3 has been, the Redskins aren’t going any place he doesn’t take them. “I think in this offense, it is all predicated on the quarterback,” Tuck said, via Newsday’s Tom Rock. “If RG3 stays healthy, I think this offense is going to continue to roll. “But the thing about it is, who wants their franchise quarterback getting hit every play? Every game like that? I think that is what it is going to come down to.”

Redskins injury report: Fletcher, Williams limited | WashingtonExaminer.com
“You keep your fingers crossed,” Redskins coach Mike Shanahan said. “Both have significant injuries and you’re hoping over the next few days that they’ll be able to go.” Williams has said a couple times this week that he expects to play Monday. Fletcher said Friday that he’ll play if he feels he can help. Fletcher spent last week in a walking boot, but started vs. Dallas. Fletcher said he was concerned he’d be able to play in that game, but said the ankle doesn’t necessarily feel any different than a week ago.

Redskins Final Thoughts: Week 13 | WashingtonExaminer.com
I talked to one person this week who is very familiar with both the Giants and the Redskins and someone I greatly respect. His take? If the Redskins don’t turn the ball over, they will blow the Giants out. Why? Because of how well the Redskins handle Giants QB Eli Manning (and because of QB Robert Griffin III). We’ll see what happens, but thought you might like to know.

Fletcher plays on and on and on…
“It will apply every time he’s hurt because you know what type of mindset that he has, his recovery time,” Shanahan said. “Over 200-plus consecutive games gives you an idea. The chances are, he will be ready. But he is quite sore.”

DeAngelo Hall agrees with Victor Cruz: Redskins still have work to do
“In this league, you’ve got to prove it. We haven’t proved it,” Hall said. “Even though We’ve beaten them two out of the last three times, you still got to prove it. You’ve got to prove it. Even though we’ve matched up well against them, we haven’t matched up against other teams in this league. I can’t argue with him right now. They won the last one, and they’ve got two Super Bowl rings over the last [five] years. So, we’ve got to keep working. We’ve got to keep working, keep grinding. We’ll see what he says after the game.”

Redskins Add Addison To Practice Squad
The Washington Redskins announced today that they have signed linebacker Mario Addison to their practice squad.

Player Q&A: Redskins Fullback Darrel Young
After another strong performance against the Dallas Cowboys, the Redskins’ offense boasts the NFL’s top rushing attack. Third-year fullback Darrel Young may not get much attention, but he has been the lead blocker for a pair of 600-plus-yard rushing performers in Alfred Morris and Robert Griffin III. Redskins.com caught up with him earlier this week:

Joe Jacoby Among Semifinalist’s for Hall of Fame Class of 2013
The NFL announced the list of semifinalist’s for Hall of Fame enshrinement this week & a member of “The Hogs” was on it as Joe Jacoby has made the cut to 27

Redskins Music: Winning Pool by Black Boo Week 13- Hail to the Redskins
Redskins song for week 13 by Black Boo of Mambo Sauce. The Redskins look to stay alive in the NFC East and the playoffs on Monday as they take on the GIants

Week 12 Game Preview: New York Giants (7-4) at Washington Redskins (5-6) – Hogs Haven
The turnover ratio. The Redskins are +12 and Giants +13. In the week 7 loss to the Giants (near win), the Redskins had FOUR turnovers. If the Redskins protect the ball, they should be in a good spot to win.

5 Questions with Big Blue View About the Redskins vs Giants MNF Matchup – Hogs Haven
Big Blue View editor, Ed Valentine, answers my questions regarding the Giants weak links and injuries.

Justin Tuck: I’d like RG3, young Michael Vick to race – NFL.com
New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck crowned Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick as the fastest player he’s ever faced. But is Robert Griffin III poised to take over that title?

Robert Griffin III has ‘an upper hand’ on New York Giants defense – NFL.com
The New York Giants beat Robert Griffin III and the Washington Redskins the first time around. But, as Kimberly Jones reports, the defending champs are still wide-eyed about the rookie QB.

Pierre Garcon: I’ll play through Redskins’ season – NFL.com
A toe ligament injury seemed destined to cut short Pierre Garcon’s first season as a member of the Washington Redskins. But Garcon said that won’t happen.

Need to Know: Shanahan impressed with Williams’ maturity – Rich Tandler’s Real Redskins
He had the reputation coming up but he’s very talented. In fact, Coach [Bob] Stoops says he’s probably the best athlete he’s ever had at Oklahoma as an offensive or defensive lineman. He could play either one. The question was work ethic. When’s he going to get to the next level?

Redskins’ Alfred Morris: ‘I was built for this’ – Washington Times
“I was built for this,” he said. “I was made for this. It’s just the truth. I can take a lot of beating. I don’t think I’ll ever meet the rookie wall.”

Kyle Shanahan’s take on which pass is Robert Griffin III’s best this season – Washington Times
“The one to Aldrick vs. Dallas, I thought, was his best throw of the year just because he threw it with so much anticipation,” Shanahan said of the 68-yard second-quarter touchdown. “He took one hitch and let it go 60 yards down the field.

After taking a chance on Kai Forbath, Redskins being rewarded with perfection – The Washington Post
“I didn’t know the whole history about how many they’ve had over the last 20 years or whatever,” Forbath said this week at Redskins Park. “But people have told me since I’ve been here.”

Robert Griffin III demonstrates leadership qualities rare for a rookie of any sport – The Washington Post
“I’ve never been part of anything like this,” said tight end Chris Cooley, a nine-year veteran. “You just don’t see rookies come in and do what he’s doing, and I’m not even talking about the stuff on the field, which is incredible.

HTTR 24-7 – Film Sessions: Aldrick Robinsons 68 Yard Touchdown

RGIII has Tom Cruise’s number in his phone
The dog tags around Griffin’s neck that were briefly visible during the Eagles game, as seen above? No, they’re not his father’s. “It has my fiancée’s ring on it,” he told Hellie. “It has a Bible verse, Jeremiah 29:11, just to remind me, and it’s something I’ve always worn. When it breaks, I get a new one. My dad will not let me wear his dog tags. He’s always been that way, so just have to wear something, and that’s what I decided to wear.”

Pierre Garcon and RGIII want to be like Manning and Harrison
“Playing with Peyton was a great experience,” Garcon said. “[I] was learning a lot, seeing what those guys did to win, the attitude, the work ethic on and off the field. And right now we’re trying to get that same thing going that Peyton and Marvin had with me and RG. We’re trying to do a lot of communication, a lot of talking on and off the field, watching film together, talking about defenses and plays. And we’re trying to instill that work ethic that we had in Indianapolis down here in D.C.

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Saturday Slop: Barring a Setback, Garçon Will Play; Morris Rewriting Record Books, Expectations

Posted on November 17, 2012

Barring a setback, Garçon will play Sunday | CSN Washington
Pierre Garçon said if he emerges from Saturday’s walkthrough unscathed, he intends to suit up 24 hours later against the Eagles. It would be the first game action for the Redskins’ top wide out since Oct. 7. “I feel all right,” he said after Friday’s practice at Redskins Park. “I should be good to go on Sunday. I’ll see how I feel [Saturday], and I should be out there giving it all I got [against the Eagles].”

Washington Redskins 5 Keys to the Game: Week 11 | Fanspeak Washington Redskins Blog
1. Run The Football: I know they will be tempted to pass the football on the Eagles and their disappointing passing defense, but it is a mistake to try to rely on the passing game. It looks tempting given that the Eagles pass rush hasn’t been potent, and their safeties have been a huge liability.

Meriweather excited about possibly playing Sunday | CSN Washington
“I would be ecstatic,” he said after practice. “I got guys that have been here working hard, trying to keep the ship to together. And it would be great to be out there with them guys.” Meriweather stopped short of guaranteeing that he’ll line up at strong safety against the Michael Vick-less Eagles. But the 28-year-old acknowledged that he feels as good as he did prior to spraining his knee for the first time in the preseason.

Morris isn’t sweating Eagles’ wide-9 | CSN Washington
“They do pose a threat with the four D linemen, a lot of penetration, a good front four…so with that mindset, I gotta go out there on the fly and adjust, adapt as I always do. You know all the defenses are pretty much different, even if it’s the same scheme, you know the players in that scheme are going to be different so it’s going to be a challenge and I look forward to it.”

Eagles-Redskins Q&A with Kevin Ewoldt from Hogs Haven – Blogging the bEast
I think that people are generally familiar with RG3’s body of work so far this season, but what about Alfred Morris? RG3 is of course the golden child and the face/future of the franchise, but has Morris actually been more important to the success of the offense, and what makes him so effective? Morris means SO much to this offense. I knew he was something special when one of his first carries of pre-season he trucked Lance Briggs. No one does that to Briggs. With the running options between Morris and Alfred…LBs have to hold. Have to. With RGIII’s accuracy, that leaves holes. Losing Fred Davis has meant so much though. He was the leading Redskins WR in targets.

Redskins Final Thoughts: Week 11 | WashingtonExaminer.com
I do like Alfred Morris to have a good game. The Eagles have not allowed a 100-yard rusher, but let’s not throw confetti and call them a great run-stopping defense. They allow 4.2 yards per carry and a number of backs have had strong games vs. them – six have gained at least 60 yards and in each case they’ve averaged at least 4.4 yards per carry. The reason no back has rushed for more than 100 yards is that only one back, Atlanta’s Michael Turner, has carried more than 19 times against them.

Eagles officially name Foles to start at QB against Redskins
The Philadelphia Eagles named rookie Nick Foles their starter at quarterback for Sunday’s game against theWashington Redskins at FedEx Field. The Eagles ruled quarterback Michael Vick out of Sunday’s game because of the concussion that he suffered during last weekend’s loss to the Dallas Cowboys.

Jammal Brown misses another practice with hip injury
“Same thing as yesterday,” Redskins coach Mike Shanahan said. “Still sore. We’ll evaluate that next week. … The hip was sore – both the left and right side. There was a little bit of a setback. We’ve got another week to get a chance to look at him. Hopefully, he gets better.”
Despite being the 13th running back selected, Morris has started every game this season and is the No. 2 overall rookie for rushing yards, trailing only the Buccaneers’ Doug Martin (862). “We knew Alfred had a chance to be good,” offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan noted recently. “But if we thought he was as good as he’s been playing, then we probably would have drafted him before the sixth round.

Shanahan Gives Final Word Before Eagles
On tackle Trent Williams’ ankle injury: “I don’t know when it happened to be honest with you. He’s just sore and you could see it on Monday and Wednesday. It’s better right now, so that’s why we have him listed as probable.”

Might not see Michael Vick for a while – NFC East Blog – ESPN
Burkholder, whose work in this particular area helped form the basis for the NFL’s concussion-recovery protocol, used the terms “foggy,” “not very alert,” and “heavy-eyed” to describe Vick and said he’s “not even close” to returning. Rookie Nick Foles will start at quarterback in Vick’s place Sunday against the Washington Redskins, and it sounds as though the Eagles will need Foles to start more than just this one game.

Need to Know: ‘The right way’ needs to start Sunday – Rich Tandler’s Real Redskins
Mike Shanahan has repeatedly said that he is rebuilding the Redskins “the right way” as opposed to doing a quick fix. But at some point, the rebuilding need to bear some fruit in the form of wins. That point has arrived. The Redskins do not need to go on a run and make the playoffs. But they can’t lose to an Eagles team that is in disarray. They need to be competitive in Dallas on Thanksgiving. They can’t let a team like the Browns start feeling better at their expense. The Giants and Ravens at least need to be pushed to the limits by the Redskins.

Why are the Eagles struggling? – Washington Times
“Everybody has great talent. Obviously some have a little bit better than others, and you would think that team the way it’s built would be maybe first or second in the division right not, battling for a position,” Redskins special teams captainLorenzo Alexander said. “It comes down to execution and when you have a lot of turnovers like they have, that can put you on the losing end of the stick a lot of times.”

Washington Redskins vs. Philadelphia Eagles Preview with Grant Paulsen | 4th & Pain with Adam Carriker and Chuck Carroll
It’s amazing what a bye week can do for a team’s fortunes. Adam Carriker recently said of the Washington Redskins season: ‘It ain’t over, folks.’ And how right he is. The week off has done wonders for Washington as the New York Giantsare falling back to the NFC East pack.

Kai Forbath’s kicking shoe is three sizes smaller than his regular shoe
“I go through a little process with it,” he explained. “We have this shoe oven. I think it’s initially made for hockey skates. You put the shoe in the oven for about 10 minutes, take it out, put it on real quick while it’s still burning hot. And I have to jam my foot in and wear it around for about 10 minutes. I do it again the next day. And then I kick in it for about 10 minutes a day for two weeks until it’s finally somewhat comfortable. So it’s about a two week process to break in each shoe.”

HTTR 24-7 – Defensive Dysfunction: How Mike Shanahan Can Fix His Achillies Heel
Bobby Turner is still the running back’s whisperer, a guy who can seemingly coach anybody. Ike Hilliard doesn’t have much of a track record, but considering he lost his best receiver, he’s done a solid job of developing the talent he has to work with. Chris Foerester hasn’t gotten enough credit for developing Trent Williams into an emerging elite talent, and he’s helped shaped Will Montgomery and Chris Chester (two guys who were largely liabilities in 2011) into top performing offensive lineman.

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Vote Your Favorite Redskins Into the Pro Bowl

Posted on October 26, 2012

probowl2 Vote Your Favorite Redskins Into the Pro Bowl So it’s that time of the year again Redskins fans, that’s right, time to cast your votes for the 2013 NFL Pro Bowl. While the NFL has been talking recently about doing away with the NFL’s version of the All-Star Game, one thing is for sure, there will be a Pro Bowl this season and then who knows what will happen.

In years past some of the Redskins players have came up short in their quest to be involved in this game. Lets not make this one of those years as there are several players this year who are deserving of such an honor.

Fans of the Burgundy and Gold can vote for their favorite Redskins or non-Redskins if they choose. And the good thing about it is you can vote is much as you want to.

To vote CLICK HERE.

Remember you can vote as many times as you want to!

The following Redskins players are on the ballot!

Robert Griffin III
Alfred Morris
Josh Morgan
Leonard Hankerson
Santana Moss
Darrell Young
Logan Paulsen
Trent Williams
Tyler Polumbus
Chris Chester
Kory Lichtensteiger
Will Montgomery
Stephen Bowen
Jarvis Jenkins
Barry Cofield
London Fletcher
Perry Riley
Rob Jackson
Ryan Kerrigan
DeAngelo Hall
Josh Wilson
Reed Doughty
Madieu Williams
Kai Forbath
Sav Rocca
Brandon Banks
Lorenzo Alexander

Once again, to vote CLICK HERE

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Saturday Slop: RG3 Must Succeed In The Run Game If The Redskins Are To Beat Atlanta; Garçon Ready To Go For Third Start

Posted on October 6, 2012

Redskins WR Robinson: It was bizarre; it was scary | WashingtonExaminer.com
“I started hearing everyone saying, ‘He’s knocked out! He’s knocked out!” Robinson said. “I couldn’t move. I was trying to wake up but I couldn’t.” Robinson said he was fine the rest of the day.

Redskins Final Thoughts: Week 5 | WashingtonExaminer.com
The more I’m around Robert Griffin III the more I’m impressed, just by the way he is with others. He’s not perfect so I’m not going that route. But there’s a savviness that comes through in many ways. Even in press conferences. I’ve seen athletes who come across as, uh, too rehearsed, in fact some may have played quarterback here recently.

Redskins vs. Falcons: Three things I learned | WashingtonExaminer.com
Matt Ryan is excellent throwing between the hashes and the numbers. Saw that in the Falcons’ game vs. the Panthersand then heard that the Redskins consider him the best at throwing in this area.

Meriweather Still Out; Injuries Force Redskins To Adjust Game Plan ” CBS DC
“The other day we knew Meriweather was going to play. We had a lot of plans for him, a lot of things to do. He actually becomes our third corner in a lot of situations so we had to scrap all that stuff. So, you’re sitting in the locker room crossing things off and thinking of things you can do, and we decided to go with [safety] Reed [Doughty] as the starter. It changed your plans because everybody has their strengths and weaknesses. Meriweather has great strengths because he’s an ex-corner that can play coverage. He’s a really good cover guy and we just lost that ability at the time”, said Jim Haslett.

Robert Griffin III Must Succeed In The Run Game If The Redskins Are To Beat Atlanta ” CBS DC
Make no mistake about it quarterbacks Cam Newton and Robert Griffin III are the future of the NFL. The game is evolving to a point where one day, every NFL quarterback will be required to run like Mike Vick and throw like Drew Bees (some say RG3 already fits the bill). Look for NFL coaches to continue to implement college style formations and plays into their respective gameplans. The NFL will never completely resemble the NCAA, but it’s easy to see that certain collegiate staples are beginning to find a cozy home in the National Football League.

Garçon Ready To Go For Third Start
“You have to go out there and play hard and try to set the tone for the team, the offense and help the running backs get more yards when you’re blocking for them. It’s part of the game,” Garçon said. “You just have to go out there and give a great effort. That’s what coaches ask for and that’s what we’ve got to give them every time.”

Redskins Music: “Shut-Up” (by Black Boo of Mambo Sauce) Week 5
Each week this season we will display a Redskins hype song/video by Black Boo @blackofmambo of Mambo Sauce.This week he brings us another classic “Shut-Up”

Video: NFC East Week 5 predictions – NFC East Blog – ESPN
Despite an inexcusably miserable record over the first four weeks, we soldier on with predictions for the three games on this weekend’s NFC East sche

Need to Know: Who has the better offense? – Rich Tandler’s Real Redskins
It all adds up to the Redskins being ranked third in the NFL in terms of yards gained with 1687 while the Falcons are 15th with 1461 yards. The Falcons have faced tougher defenses in terms of yards given up in their four games than have the Redskins. Atlanta’s offense has gone up against three defenses ranked 13th or better and the Redskins have faced three that are 19th or worse including the 30th- and 32nd-ranked units.

Morris has only one speed
“Alfred is very conscientious,” offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan said Thursday. “He never feels like he’s arrived. He’s working every day in practice [and] walkthroughs.” Shanahan added: “He only goes one speed. We try to slow him down in walkthrough [because] he’s running as hard as he can.”

RG3 will need to set rookie record again
Prior to the scoring change, Griffin was credited with 252 rushing yards, the most any Redskins rookie quarterback has had in a season. As a result of the changes, Griffin now is credited with 18 fewer rushing yards. That makes his total 234 for the season, six yards short of Sammy Baugh’s rookie record of 240 yards.

Need to Know: Moss accepting his new role – Rich Tandler’s Real Redskins
His numbers aren’t off because he’s playing poorly, they are off because he’s getting fewer opportunities. After being the team’s primary receiver since coming to the team in 2005, Moss has taken a back seat to Pierre Garçon, Josh Morgan, and Leonard Hankerson.

Sacks lacking up front for Redskins – Washington Times
Through four games, the Redskins have seven sacks but none from their down linemen. Getting less production from those positions in a 3-4 defense is common, but linemen are determined to make more of a tangible impact. “I believe that the sacks will come,” Kedric Golston said. “There’s really no excuses, whether it’s max protection or quick throws. It’s our job to get the quarterback down on the ground.”

Redskins vs. Falcons: 5 Questions – Washington Times
Which defense will stand up? Atlanta has the third-highest scoring offense in the NFL, averaging 31.0 points per game. The Redskins rank fourth at 30.8. Only two games have a greater over/under than the 50 points oddsmakers assigned to this one. The Redskins’ defense is way better on third down (34.1 percent), though, than Atlanta’s (48).

RGIII visits Broad Run game
Because Robert Griffin III isn’t actually a real person but rather a cyborg sent from outer space to set offensive records and inspire teammates and make both hard-core football fans and suburban parents swoon, he decided to show up at Broad Run on Friday night and pose for photos with cheerleaders and assorted students while wearing a breast cancer awareness shirt.

HTTR24-7-Skins Podcasts & Blog – Episode 21: feat John Keim
Special Guest and Friend John Keim dropping by, with a lot of you guys calling in.

The Future Of The NFL: Mobile Quarterbacks -
The game is moving at a different speed than that of the 1960′s,70′s, 80′s, and even 1990′s. It’s a whole different animal. As defenses get faster, offenses have to find ways to subvert that speed. The solution? More speed. Ever hear of the old saying “Fighting fire with fire”? I’m pretty sure Steve Young and his 49ers used that term when talking about how to get around defensive speed.

Trent Williams, Fred Davis earn back Redskins teammates’ trust – The Washington Post
“That’s a driving force behind a lot of things that I do as of now,” Williams said this week. “I made a mistake, and I kind of use it as a learning experience. Of course, I alienated my team for four games and wasn’t able to be there. I was a captain at the time, and that made me feel even worse. This year I’m just trying to prove to them that I’ve grown up a lot and that’s not me anymore.”

Washington Redskins pass defense hindered by instability at safety – The Washington Post
But things haven’t gone as scripted, with Meriweather hurt and Jackson serving a suspension by the NFL for violating the sport’s substance abuse policy. The Redskins again are left patching together a lineup at safety to face the unbeaten Atlanta Falcons and their highly productive quarterback, Matt Ryan, Sunday at FedEx Field.

Washington Redskins Final 53 Man Roster Projections

Posted on August 30, 2012

So now that preseason has come to an end, the Washington Redskins will start cutting players to get from 75 (where the roster is at now) to the final 53-man roster, which will be set on Friday night. Since I posted my 53-man roster predictions (which you can check out by clicking here) a lot of things have happened to change the landscape of everything. Here is how I think the final 53-man roster will look.

Quarterbacks (3)

Robert Griffin III
Rex Grossman
Kirk Cousins

No surprise here, Cousins may pass Rex in the pecking order further down the road, but the backup spot belongs to Rex at the moment.

Halfback/Fullback (5)

In my previous roster prediction post, I talked about players on the bubble, well it just so happens that one of those players, Alfred Morris, has played his way onto the team. It should be real interesting what happens in terms of the Redskins running back position. Will they keep four halfbacks or only three? If only three, then who gets cut? I believe barring a last minute trade, that the Redskins will go with four. Not sure if a depth chart is truly needed as we all know Shanahan normally goes with whoever has the hot hand in the backfield at the moment.

Halfback

Tim Hightower
Alfred Morris
Roy Helu Jr.
Evan Royster

Fullback

Darrel Young

Wide Receivers (6)

The wide receiver race was possibly where the best competition of the preseason to make the final 53 occurred. The only change to this list that I think has occurred since my last breakdown is that Anthony Armstrong has lost his spot to Aldrick Robinson. Some may argue that the Redskins should keep seven receivers this year, I believe that may be the only way that Brandon Banks makes the roster.

Previous list:

Pierre Garcon, Josh Morgan, Santana Moss, Leonard Hankerson, Anthony Armstrong, Dezmon Briscoe

Final list:

Pierre Garcon
Josh Morgan
Santana Moss
Leonard Hankerson
Aldrick Robinson
Dezmon Briscoe

Tight Ends (3)

Well, a move that I myself was not expecting, but one that probably had to be made because of cap issues happened this week, veteran Chris Cooley was released. Beyond a re-signing by the Redskins, Cooley’s release answers the question that many had about how many tight ends should the Redskins keep, I predicted they would keep three. Logan Paulsen looks to benefit the most from this scenario.

Fred Davis
Logan Paulsen
Niles Paul

Offensive Lineman (9)

Jammal Brown finally found his way onto the PUP list last week after having surgery, so I believe my projections from before will come out right as far as the offensive line is concerned.

Tackles:

Trent Williams
Tyler Polumbus
Willie Smith

Guards:

Kory Lichtensteiger
Chris Chester
Maurice Hurt (Hurt can play tackle and guard)
Josh LeRibeus
Adam Gettis

Center:

Will Montgomery

Defensive Lineman (6)

Originally I had Chris Neild making the roster, since that time Neild had a season ending knee injury. In his absence, Chris Baker has certainly stepped it up during the preseason.

Nose Tackle:

Barry Cofield
Chris Baker

Ends:

Stephen Bowen
Adam Carriker
Jarvis Jenkins
Kedric Golston

Linebackers (8)

If the Redskins go with three running backs, it may be a move that leads to nine linebackers being kept, if that happens Bryan Kehl will be the extra man in. I almost penciled Kehl in, but I’m not sure Shanahan will take the chance of Keenan Robinson not clearing waivers and making it to the practice squad. Chris Wilson made his case with a solid showing this preseason, but I believe Shanahan will go with the youth of second year lb Markus White.

Outside:

Brian Orakpo
Ryan Kerrigan
Rob Jackson
Markus White

Inside:

London Fletcher
Perry Riley
Lorenzo Alexander
Keenan Robinson

Defensive Backs (10)

I predicted that this year Kevin Barnes would be cut, well he was traded to Detroit last Friday. I’m sticking with my original predictions here, it should be noted that I said Richard Crawford would make the team before preseason. I honestly have no clue how they will stack up on a depth chart at this point though, this unit worries me the most on the team.

Josh Wilson, DeAngelo Hall, Cedric Griffin, Madieu Williams, Tanard Jackson, Brandon Meriweather, Reed Doughty, DeJon Gomes, Brandyn Thompson, Richard Crawford

Special Teams

Last week this category got real different, real quick. Billy Cundiff was brought in after being released by the Baltimore Ravens, and Graham Gano and Neil Rackers were released.

Kicker:

Billy Cundiff

Punter:

Sav Rocca

Long Snapper:

Nick Sundberg

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Saturday Slop: Smoot says RGIII Will Get Better Every Game; Richard Crawford Quite Active in Debut

Posted on August 11, 2012

The weekend edition of the ‘Daily Slop’, as seen daily on Hogs Haven.

Redskins vs. Bills game review (offense) | WashingtonExaminer.com
Speed does make a difference on handoffs. It might not be much of one, but it exists. Granted, sometimes the landmarks might be a little different in these scenarios, but the overall difference was consistent. When Robert Griffin III handed off in a stretch zone run, it took him approximately 1.10 seconds to get it to the running back each time. When Rex Grossman did it, it took him nearly 1.25 seconds. That’s not a knock on Grossman, but it is an example of the speed. Oh, and it wasn’t just Griffin. Kirk Cousins’ times were about the same as Griffin’s.

Redskins vs. Bills game review (defense) | WashingtonExaminer.com
Linebacker Brian Orakpo lined up in a four-point stance the entire first series (all of three plays). There are some NFL coaches who still think he’d be best used as a 4-3 defensive end, so it makes sense to have him play with his hand in the dirt on occasion. Orakpo likes doing this and it works at times. Like on the first play when he badly whipped the left tackle with a terrific get-off and speed around the edge. That forced Ryan Fitzpatrick up in the pocket. However, thanks to Adam Carriker collapsing the pocket with power, Fitzpatrick had nowhere to go. He sort of slid to his left, but that’s where Ryan Kerrigan was waiting. Kerrigan had looped all the way around, going behind the QB and to the other side. When the right tackle bumped into the left tackle in the backfield, it enabled Kerrigan to get home for the sack. But he got there thanks to the initial work of others.

Need to Know: Practice time changes – Rich Tandler’s Real Redskins
Here is what you need to know on this Saturday, one week before the Redskins travel to Chicago for their second preseason game: Time changes The Redskins announced just a few days ago that today’s “TBA” practice time was going to be 2:00. That was changed yesterday when they said that the practice has been moved up to 12:55. The session is open to fans. Monday’s practice schedule will remain the same as it has been for most days of…

Holden & Danny: Fred Smoot says RGIII Will Get Better Every Game ” CBS DC
Ex-Redskins Cornerback Fred Smoot joined Holden and Danny to break down Thursday’s pre-season opener.

HomerMcFanboy ” redskins-bills playlist
*After defeating the Redskins, Buffalo went on to lose seven of their final eight games of 2011. The good news is, since last we saw these two teams, the Redskins have undergone a pretty serious facelift. No longer are local fans subjected to the Rex Grossman-John Beck “pupu platter” — not after the franchise traded away a bevy of high draft picks for the right to select Heisman Trophy winner Robert Griffin III.

Robert Griffin III’s Redskins Debut Delivers Record TV Ratings ” CBS DC
Robert Griffin III’s debut delivered record television ratings Thursday night.

The Redskins Blog | Was Griffin III Robbed Of Perfection?
Last night against the Buffalo Bills, Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III was credited with four completions on six attempts, for 70 yards and a touchdown. Using whatever convoluted system they use to factor QB ratings, NFL mathematicians credited Griffin III with a 145.8 rating–an NFL best among preseason performances. But videographic evidence seems to suggest that during the opening drive, receiver Pierre Garçon actually had two feet in-bounds on his reception, before going out of bounds. The play was incorrectly ruled incomplete on the field, leading to a Sav Roccapunt. Had the call gone in the Redskins’ favor, Griffin III’s final line might have been five-for-six for 84 yards and a touchdown, which calculates out to a perfect 158.3 QB rating in his Redskins debut.

Former Redskin Tony Banks On RGIII’s Debut: “Preseason Is Nothing Like Real Thing” | NBC4 Washington
Did anybody ask for his opinion? Oh well!

Redskins-Bills: Another rookie, Alfred Morris, had a pretty good game too – The Insider – The Washington Post
Most of the attention in the Washington Redskins’ preseason opener Thursday night in Buffalo was on quarterback Robert Griffin III. But a couple pf other rookies, running back Alfred Morris and cornerback Richard Crawford, also helped themselves with their performances during the Redskins’ 7-6 win.

Robert Griffin III shines in exhibition debut for Washington Redskins – Peter King – SI.com
Griffin, the reigning Heisman winner from Baylor and second overall pick in April’s draft, looked as composed and sharp as he did against one of the league’s best defensive fronts. Maybe the best: Mario Williams making his Buffalo debut at left end, Kyle Williams and Marcel Dareus at tackle, and Chris Kelsay and ex-Patriot Mark Anderson at right end.

Redskins-Bills: Five observations from Thursday night’s game – The Insider – The Washington Post
Pierre Garcon may fit the part – Garcon looked like a much more complete receiver than he did in Indianapolis. With theColts, he primarily was used as a deep threat. When the play wasn’t designed for him, Garcon would take the lid off the defense and open up things underneath for Reggie Wayne and Dallas Clark.

Redskins-Bills: Richard Crawford quite active in debut – The Insider – The Washington Post
“I like Crawford. He loves football,” Haslett said on Tuesday. “He works. He’ll do anything. He’ll play nickel, corner, dime and he’ll punt return, so he does a lot of different things.” Crawford wiped out Buffalo’s hopes at a scoring drive late in the second quarter, when he intercepted a Tyler Thigpen pass at the Washington 22-yard line. In the third quarter, he posted his punt return. Crawford fielded another punt but didn’t return the kick after waiving for fair catch.

Observation deck: Redskins-Bills – NFC East Blog – ESPN
Trent Williams made the most impressive play of the game. The Redskins’ mercurial left tackle got downfield quickly and blocked two defenders at once on the Garcon touchdown catch. Williams is fast, athletic and as talented as any left tackle in the league, and the sense in Redskins camp is that he’s more focused and motivated than he’s been in his first two seasons. He looked tremendous on that play and is capable of dominating at the point of attack and at the second level. Williams injured his foot on the extra point, but Mike Shanahan said after the game that X-rays were negative. It would be bad for Washington if Williams were seriously injured. He is by far the best thing the Redskins’ offensive line has going for it.

Reaction To Redskins Preseason Opener – Hogs Haven

Notes and reaction from the Redskins preseason opener against the Bills.

Officially, it’s getting to be a mess

The regular season is about a month away, and there’s no end in sight to the NFL’s two-month old lockout of its officials.

Starting defense pressured Fitzpatrick into mistakes – Rich Tandler’s Real Redskins

The Redskins first team defense played 12 snaps against the Bills on Thursday night, here are some notes and observations from those plays. —Carriker and Bowen just pushed the pocket back on the Bills’ first snap from scrimmage. Ryan Fitzpatrick was immediately looking at a human wall when he set to look for a receiver. That allowed Kerrigan, who initially had run past the QB, to keep after it, loop back around, and drag down Fitzpatrick from behind. —On third…

Analyzing Robert Griffin III’s Redskins debut – Washington Times

Here’s some thoughts and observations about QB Robert Griffin III’s preseason debut, in which he completed 4 of 6 passes for 70 yards, threw for a touchdown and posted a passer rating of 145.8.

LT Trent Williams injures foot in preseason opener – Washington Times

Trent Williams might miss time with a sore left foot.

Burgundy Bites – Burgundy Blog [On the World Wide Warpath]

Burgundy Bites Couldn’t care less about the final score but I’m pretty satisfied with the Redskins’ performance last night. A few impressions, first on RGIII: • Griffin’s (awesome) QB Rating is pretty…

Washington Redskins: Live From My Couch: 10 Observations : Washington Redskins

DVOA 7.0: Best Teams by Pass and Run : Football Outsiders
In Football Outsiders Almanac 2012, and recently on the website, we introduced the latest iteration of our DVOA formula, which we are calling DVOA v7.0. The biggest change in the new formula is that all years are normalized so the league average equals 0%, and that moves players and teams up and down our all-time rankings depending on how strong offense was league-wide that season. Today, we’re going to continue looking at what the new version of DVOA does to our all-time rankings by looking at the best teams split into offense and defense by run and pass.

NFL to teams: No complaining about the replacement refs! | Shutdown Corner – Yahoo! Sports

NFL teams can be fined or otherwise sanctioned if the league feels like it for taking after officials based on in-game situations, but it seems as if the league is just a bit more sensitive about the issue of public criticism of its officials while the actual refs are locked out in a labor dispute.

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