Redskins Press Conferences: Jay Gruden 8-20-2014
Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden spoke with the media on Wednesday.
Gruden: the team waived punter Blake Clingan today; said there is a chance they’ll bring in another punter to compete with Robert Malone.
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Gruden on injuries: RB C. Thompson limited today (ankle); NT B. Cofield (groin) out today, but minor…
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…CB T. Porter (hamstring) questionable for Ravens game; LB D. Sharpton (ankle) doubtful for game; TE N. Paul (hand) full go today.
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Gruden said DL Jason Hatcher will play Saturday vs. the Ravens. “He’s fired up and ready to go.”
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Gruden: Starters will play “at least” the first half Saturday vs. Baltimore.
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Gruden: Still competition at each position: “Just because you’re a No. 1 player today, doesn’t mean you’re the No. 1 player for Houston.”
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Gruden said today, Thursday will be very long days due to the short week: “It’s a grind, but it’s necessary to get to where we want to be.”
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Gruden on QB @RGIII sliding/not sliding: “He has to understand, and he does understand, that the QB is a very important position.”
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