The good thing is starters will be playing and you can move around the stadium since a lot of seats are open. Will also be odd to see Gregg Williams defense against Jim Zorn's offense.
Let me know...later.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
2 Redskins vs. Jaguars Tickets
Can't make the game, if anyone wants the tix let me know. $25 ea., Dulles/Loudoun area.
The good thing is starters will be playing and you can move around the stadium since a lot of seats are open. Will also be odd to see Gregg Williams defense against Jim Zorn's offense.
The good thing is starters will be playing and you can move around the stadium since a lot of seats are open. Will also be odd to see Gregg Williams defense against Jim Zorn's offense.
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Redksins Sign Linebacker, Cut Former Terp
ESPN reported that the Washington Redskins cut tight end Jason Goode. He was recently known as the guy who caught the pass from Colt Brennan to score the winning touchdown against the Jets. Former Terp. End of the road with the Redskins (for now at least).
The Redskins signed another free agent with no experience to replace Matt Sinclairs' roster spot. You could argue that Sinclair had a little more experience/value than the new guy Danny Verdun-Wheeler. I don't think Danny Verdun-Wheeler or recently signed linebacker David Holloway will make the team...so why bother? The team has to trim the roster again soon, so these guys may not be around next week.
I think a lot of people have pointed out the lack of depth the Redskins have at linebacker. There's a lot of injury prone guys there, and not much experience behind them. It amazed me that the Redskins didn't consider signing former Pro Bowl LB Takeo Spikes in the off season. Sure he is old, but would make a good back up...at least better than Danny Verdun-Wheeler. But, too late. The San Fransisco 49ers signed him on August 10th. But then again, the Redskins don't have much cap room after signing Jason Taylor at the start of training camp.
I'm worried about the Redskins linebackers going into the regular season. I don't know what else to say than that. 3 of the top 5 have injury history and the others have little experience. Khary Campbell is in that top 5 but Greg Blache has called him more of a special teams guy, not an every down linebacker.
Fletcher, London (10 years) Starter
Washington, Marcus (8 years) Starter
McIntosh, Rocky (2 years) Starter
Campbell, Khary (6 years)
Blades, H.B. (1 year)
Fincher, Alfred (3 years)
Gatewood, Curtis (R)
Holloway, David (1 year)
The Redskins signed another free agent with no experience to replace Matt Sinclairs' roster spot. You could argue that Sinclair had a little more experience/value than the new guy Danny Verdun-Wheeler. I don't think Danny Verdun-Wheeler or recently signed linebacker David Holloway will make the team...so why bother? The team has to trim the roster again soon, so these guys may not be around next week.
I think a lot of people have pointed out the lack of depth the Redskins have at linebacker. There's a lot of injury prone guys there, and not much experience behind them. It amazed me that the Redskins didn't consider signing former Pro Bowl LB Takeo Spikes in the off season. Sure he is old, but would make a good back up...at least better than Danny Verdun-Wheeler. But, too late. The San Fransisco 49ers signed him on August 10th. But then again, the Redskins don't have much cap room after signing Jason Taylor at the start of training camp.
I'm worried about the Redskins linebackers going into the regular season. I don't know what else to say than that. 3 of the top 5 have injury history and the others have little experience. Khary Campbell is in that top 5 but Greg Blache has called him more of a special teams guy, not an every down linebacker.
Fletcher, London (10 years) Starter
Washington, Marcus (8 years) Starter
McIntosh, Rocky (2 years) Starter
Campbell, Khary (6 years)
Blades, H.B. (1 year)
Fincher, Alfred (3 years)
Gatewood, Curtis (R)
Holloway, David (1 year)
Monday, August 25, 2008
Redskins Cut LB Matt Sinclair
Just got a txt that Matt Sinclair has been released by the Washington Redskins. He has been having back spasms lately, but it was revealed he has fractures in his vertabra. This is not good news when it comes to the depth at linebacker for the Washington Redskins. Rocky McIntosh is coming off a season ending knee injury and Marcus Washington has been knicked up the last few years, and has recently been hurting from this long preseason. In addition, H.B. Blades just had his knee scoped. Look for the Redskins to scour the NFL waiver wire for a linebacker with experience in the coming days/weeks.
Matt Sinclair
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Redskins Release Fox, 2 Others...Taylor Out 10 - 14 Days
After the horrible showing in Charlotte you would think the Redskins would cut half the team, well no, just three. Veteran Vernon Fox was one of them according to Redskins.com. The other two were back up defensive end Dorian Smith and defensive tackle Babatunde Oshinowo (both were buried on the depth chart). It was a little surprising to see Fox cut due to his special teams skills, but the newly drafted safeties Kareem Moore and Chris Horton have had a good camp and appear they will stick. The Redskins will cut two more before Tuesday for the 75 man roster limit (I think Devine and Gant).
In other news, good news...and old news, Jason Taylor appears to just have a knee sprain and is expected to be out 10 - 14 days. The slow motion recap with Joe Theismann having flashbacks made me think Jason Taylor was doneski. Well, the dude seems lucky...and the Redskins horrible night in Charlotte is not as bad as it could have been.
Still, I did not see any contribution from Taylor or Carter...or any defensive starter really. They are starting to look counterfeit. They've got one week to get things right. Gonna be a long week in Ashburn for these guys. Let's hope Taylor recovers quick and take Manning out on the opening drive.
Hail.
WTF??? Redskins Get Blown Out
Seriously, what the hell just happened? The Redskins were a complete debacle in Carolina. The only thing worse that their performance was Jason Campbell's GEICO commercial. Very fitting for a total collapse of the team.
At least there was a 65 yard punt...rad.
At least there was a 65 yard punt...rad.
Friday, August 22, 2008
Friday Redskins News
Corey Masisak - Washington Times - Redskins' Doughty tackles hearing loss
Just another reason to like Reed Doughty. The guy has been through a lot, and we continue to find out more about this guy who doesn't let anything get in his way.
Mike Wise - Washington Post - Losses That Come Too Soon
A great followup article to his recent story on the Bugel family.
J. La Canfora and J. Reid - Washington Post - Redskins Have A Lot to Mourn
Recap of yesterday's sad news around Redskins Park and the tragedies that have affected this team recently.
David Elfin - Washington Times - Frost may keep job with solid showing
I think this may be the last article about Frost in DC. Too many fans are tired of the ups and downs of the punting. Like an offensive lineman, it's good to not hear your name in the press.
Rich Tandler - Real Redskins - Flashback Friday: Redskins vs. Panthers
Rich reminds you that the Skins own the Panthers. And the great Sean Gilbert heist!
Mat Terl - Official Redskins Blog - Travel Day
Matt shows the inside scoop on the travel process to away games. Coordinating the trip of about 100 people, equipment, and Larry Michael's tanning bed takes precision. Something the average fan doesn't think about but it's interesting.
Joseph White - AP - Redskins' Rogers, McIntosh return from injuries
The remarkable recovery from season ending injuries less than a year ago. Their return to the Redskins lineup makes the defense almost identical to last years top 10 ranked squad.
Craig Garrison, Sr. - Bleacher Report - Redskins-Panthers: What Will We See This Week?
A breakdown on what to expect Saturday when the Redskins are expected to play their starters a full half and allow the players on the bubble another opportunity to make the team.
Skin Patrol - Hogs Haven - Outsider Bill Barnwell talks Redskins and the NFC East
A quick, unbiased Q&A about the Skins and their rivals
Just another reason to like Reed Doughty. The guy has been through a lot, and we continue to find out more about this guy who doesn't let anything get in his way.
Mike Wise - Washington Post - Losses That Come Too Soon
A great followup article to his recent story on the Bugel family.
J. La Canfora and J. Reid - Washington Post - Redskins Have A Lot to Mourn
Recap of yesterday's sad news around Redskins Park and the tragedies that have affected this team recently.
David Elfin - Washington Times - Frost may keep job with solid showing
I think this may be the last article about Frost in DC. Too many fans are tired of the ups and downs of the punting. Like an offensive lineman, it's good to not hear your name in the press.
Rich Tandler - Real Redskins - Flashback Friday: Redskins vs. Panthers
Rich reminds you that the Skins own the Panthers. And the great Sean Gilbert heist!
Mat Terl - Official Redskins Blog - Travel Day
Matt shows the inside scoop on the travel process to away games. Coordinating the trip of about 100 people, equipment, and Larry Michael's tanning bed takes precision. Something the average fan doesn't think about but it's interesting.
Joseph White - AP - Redskins' Rogers, McIntosh return from injuries
The remarkable recovery from season ending injuries less than a year ago. Their return to the Redskins lineup makes the defense almost identical to last years top 10 ranked squad.
Craig Garrison, Sr. - Bleacher Report - Redskins-Panthers: What Will We See This Week?
A breakdown on what to expect Saturday when the Redskins are expected to play their starters a full half and allow the players on the bubble another opportunity to make the team.
Skin Patrol - Hogs Haven - Outsider Bill Barnwell talks Redskins and the NFC East
A quick, unbiased Q&A about the Skins and their rivals
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