tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62453138867039878052024-03-13T13:27:16.080-04:00Burgundy & Gold News Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.comBlogger70125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-59630349097617280832021-08-21T14:35:00.000-04:002021-08-21T14:35:08.041-04:00Washington and Cincinnati Preseason Game Takeaways<p></p><ol style="text-align: left;"><li> Undrafted rookie running back Jaret Patterson continued to put on a show. The University of Buffalo alum rushed for 71 yards and a touchdown, while adding three catches for 25 yards. With one more preseason game to go, it seems Patterson is already a lock to make the final roster. Bonus points: he grew up in Maryland and is a long-time Redskins fan.</li><li>Landon Collins finally looked like a player worthy of the deal he signed with Washington two years ago—a six-year, $84 million contract. The strong safety was all over the field, showing flashes of his All Pro days as a New York Giant. He scared Bengals rookie receiver Ja'Marr Chase into dropping a catchable pass. He nearly demolished tight end Thaddeus Moss. After suffering a torn Achilles last October, many assumed Collins' best days were behind him. Despite the negative rumors, he insisted the recovery process had gone well and switching to the linebacker position was out of the question. </li><li>Dustin Hopkins proved (for now) that his kicking woes last week were minor glitches. He went 3/3 with his field goal attempts last night.</li><li>Rookie cornerback Benjamin St-Juste looked very promising. He was tight in coverage while seeing a lot of playing time, which should bode well for his confidence.</li></ol><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pS3dGgAWuQI/YSFGuoYoVdI/AAAAAAAABkM/lIZr-QYUPk46w0crw7_zsAoIZCYT6F8_wCLcBGAsYHQ/s1200/jaret.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1200" height="266" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pS3dGgAWuQI/YSFGuoYoVdI/AAAAAAAABkM/lIZr-QYUPk46w0crw7_zsAoIZCYT6F8_wCLcBGAsYHQ/w400-h266/jaret.jpg" width="400" /></a><br />Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-45599864257296462032021-07-20T17:43:00.000-04:002021-07-20T17:43:27.300-04:00Will the New Team Name Please Stand Up?<p>The Washington Football Team's generic and uninspiring name will not last forever. Fans have been asked to submit ideas for a new team name. Whether or not those submissions will actually be taken into consideration, remains to be seen.</p><p>One thing is certain, Washington Warriors will not be a contender, despite it's popularity among diehard fans of the now-retired Redskins moniker. Team president Jason Wright insists the new name will have zero ties to Native American themes. Apparently the term warrior is offensive, even though dictionary.com defines it as "a person who shows or has shown great vigor, courage, or aggressiveness, as in politics or athletics."</p><p>Since it takes only a few people to complain about something now—whether it be a statue, a law, or a name—to yield rapid change, choosing the perfect team name seems impossible. That is, of course, unless the front office likes Flying Saucers as the new moniker. To the best of my knowledge, flying saucers are in no way, shape, or form considered offensive. So, why not move forward as the Washington Flying Saucers?</p><p>Furthermore, there is a history between flying saucers and Washington, D.C.</p><p>On July 19, 1952, shortly before midnight, the nation's capital was dealing with something straight out of a science fiction movie.</p><p>Air traffic control at Washington National Airport saw seven slow-moving objects on radar. The objects flew away at speeds exceeding 7,000 mph.</p><p>After realizing this was no laughing matter, two F-94 interceptor jets were sent to check things out. Each time they approached where the UFOs were shown on radar, the blips would disappear. Hours later, the UFOs were seemingly gone.</p><p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DyPHNvQJz2w/YPdCdtA6FjI/AAAAAAAABjQ/LqgjkfYwHnc8PIvZwOOUdoua55tfADXfwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1280/maxresdefault.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="225" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DyPHNvQJz2w/YPdCdtA6FjI/AAAAAAAABjQ/LqgjkfYwHnc8PIvZwOOUdoua55tfADXfwCLcBGAsYHQ/w400-h225/maxresdefault.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">(Photo: YouTube)</span></td></tr></tbody></table>However, one week later, the UFOs were spotted flying back over the nation's capital. Radar operators confirmed this, with the mysterious blips reappearing on their screens. Deja vu kicked in as two more F-94 jets were sent to hunt down the UFOs. Just as the jets would reach their destination, the blips would once again vanish from radar.</p><p>The next morning, front-page headlines across the country referenced the incident, such as "Saucers Swarm Over Capital." Due to the mass publicity, President Harry Truman wanted an explanation from his trusted Air Force aides. Captain Edward Ruppelt, who supervised Project Blue Book—the Air Force's investigation into UFO sightings—said the events may have been caused by a temperature inversion.</p><p>Regardless of what truly happened in Washington, the public's fear and intrigue was real. This story can live on in the name of the Washington Flying Saucers.</p><br /><p><br /></p>Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-56944240669483318842021-07-19T21:07:00.002-04:002021-07-26T13:26:21.145-04:00WFT 2021 Season Schedule<div data-elm-loc="24" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><u>Washington Football Team 2021 Preseason Schedule:</u></span></b></span></div><div data-elm-loc="25" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Aug. 12: at NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS (7:30 p.m. NBC4)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="26" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Aug. 20: vs CINCINNATI BENGALS (8:00 p.m. ESPN)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="27" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Aug. 28: vs BALTIMORE RAVENS (6:00 p.m. NBC4)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="24" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="border: 0px; 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box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Sept. 26: at BUFFALO BILLS (1:00 p.m. FOX)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="28" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Oct. 3: at ATLANTA FALCONS (1 p.m. FOX)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="29" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Oct. 10: vs NEW ORLEANS SAINTS (1 p.m. CBS)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="30" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Oct. 17: vs KANSAS CITY CHIEFS (1 p.m. CBS)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="31" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Oct. 24: at GREEN BAY PACKERS (1 p.m. FOX)</span><br /></div><div data-elm-loc="32" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Oct. 31: at DENVER BRONCOS (4:25 p.m. FOX)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="32" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">BYE WEEK</span></div><div data-elm-loc="33" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Nov. 14: vs TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS (1 p.m. FOX)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="34" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Nov. 21: at CAROLINA PANTHERS (1 p.m. FOX)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="35" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Nov. 29: vs SEATTLE SEAHAWKS (8:15 p.m. ESPN)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="36" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Dec. 5: at LAS VEGAS RAIDERS (4:05 p.m. FOX)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="37" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Dec. 12: vs DALLAS COWBOYS (1:00 p.m. FOX)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="38" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Dec. 18 or 19: at PHILADELPHIA EAGLES (1 p.m. FOX)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="39" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Dec. 26: at DALLAS COWBOYS (8:20 p.m. NBC)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="40" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Jan. 2: vs PHILADELPHIA EAGLES (1 p.m. FOX)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="41" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Jan. 9: at NEW YORK GIANTS (1 p.m. FOX)</span></div><div data-elm-loc="41" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1v0CkSDm3Yc/YP7v81stQ_I/AAAAAAAABjw/kf1bakhRt-U45yA-WS8C8SbxEdHcxsFBACLcBGAsYHQ/s480/homer.gif" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="366" data-original-width="480" height="305" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1v0CkSDm3Yc/YP7v81stQ_I/AAAAAAAABjw/kf1bakhRt-U45yA-WS8C8SbxEdHcxsFBACLcBGAsYHQ/w400-h305/homer.gif" width="400" /></a></div><br /></div><br /><div data-elm-loc="41" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div>Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-89156464705809697252021-05-01T18:02:00.003-04:002021-07-26T13:22:05.475-04:00Washington Football Team 2021 Draft Selections<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-m4cYsKsumiI/YP7uPgVtGEI/AAAAAAAABjo/a8SHk9otlCgMQBRYnYYfV9YrxL2gN64ngCLcBGAsYHQ/s1200/jamin.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1200" height="267" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-m4cYsKsumiI/YP7uPgVtGEI/AAAAAAAABjo/a8SHk9otlCgMQBRYnYYfV9YrxL2gN64ngCLcBGAsYHQ/w400-h267/jamin.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">(Photo: Hogs Haven)</span></div><b>Round 1 (Pick No. 19)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/prospects/jamin-davis/32004441-5642-8592-9936-07896f5591cc">Jamin Davis</a>, ILB<br />College: Kentucky<p></p><div><b>Round 2 (Pick No. 51)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/prospects/sam-cosmi/3200434f-5319-6802-cc94-36bf0ee8edce">Samuel Cosmi</a>, OT<br />College: Texas<br /><br /><b>Round 3 (Pick No. 74)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/prospects/benjamin-st-juste/32005354-4a61-5310-ff81-e57e99306a29">Benjamin St-Juste</a>, CB<br />College: Minnesota<br /><br /><b>Round 3 (Pick No. 82)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/prospects/dyami-brown/32004252-4f40-8220-1974-8f5000372de2">Dyami Brown</a>, WR<br />College: North Carolina<br /><br /><b>Round 4 (Pick No. 124)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/prospects/john-bates/32004241-5410-9191-4912-a52aed715316">John Bates</a>, TE<br />College: Boise State<br /><br /><b>Round 5 (Pick No. 163)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/prospects/darrick-forrest/3200464f-5248-5545-c56f-5beae4773c4c">Darrick Forrest</a>, S<br />College: Cincinnati<br /><br /><b>Round 6 (Pick No. 225)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/prospects/camaron-cheeseman/32004348-4518-9637-63dc-9c9dc3dbe3b2">Camaron Cheeseman</a>, LS<br />College: Michigan<br /><br /><b>Round 7 (Pick No. 240)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/prospects/will-bradley-king/32004252-4125-1763-b355-50a878860b16">William Bradley-King</a>, LB/DE<br />College: Baylor</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Round 7 (Pick No. 246)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/prospects/shaka-toney/3200544f-4e60-6812-6fcf-c48d8c87261c">Shaka Toney</a>, LB/DE<br />College: Penn State<br /><br /></div><div><b>Round 7 (Pick No. 258)</b></div><div><a href="https://www.nfl.com/prospects/dax-milne/32004d49-4c75-5745-8754-e10630234ec7">Dax Milne</a>, WR</div><div>College: BYU</div><div><br /></div><br /><div><br /></div>Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-19571047875221258062020-05-09T14:18:00.000-04:002020-05-28T12:21:48.397-04:002020 Season Schedule<div data-elm-loc="24" style="border: 0px; 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<span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Sept. 20: at ARIZONA CARDINALS (4:05 p.m. FOX)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Sept. 27: at CLEVELAND BROWNS (1:00 p.m. FOX)</span></div>
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Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-733747335681575092020-04-28T19:24:00.002-04:002021-07-26T13:55:44.573-04:002020 Washington Redskins' NFL Draft Selections<b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1Hm8lfbuKdE/YP72g2mANYI/AAAAAAAABj4/oAjsm2qmD6EDZaF4feVxG-p5hKy62e_hQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/EWVD3jEU0AEpEVj.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1638" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1Hm8lfbuKdE/YP72g2mANYI/AAAAAAAABj4/oAjsm2qmD6EDZaF4feVxG-p5hKy62e_hQCLcBGAsYHQ/w320-h400/EWVD3jEU0AEpEVj.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>Round 1 (Pick No. 2)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/players/chase-young/">Chase Young</a>, DE<br />
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<b>Round 3 (Pick No. 66)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/players/antonio-gibson-2/">Antonio Gibson</a>, WR/RB<br />
College: Memphis<br />
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<b>Round 4 (Pick No. 108)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/prospects/saahdiq-charles/32004348-4159-6597-92df-2c5eba7d2e50">Saahdiq Charles</a>, T<br />
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<b>Round 4 (Pick No. 142)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/players/antonio-gandy-golden/">Antonio Gandy-Golden</a>, WR<br />
College: Liberty<br />
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<b>Round 5 (Pick No. 156)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/prospects/keith-ismael/32004953-4d02-2913-6d8c-8800a2eb45b0">Keith Ismael</a>, C<br />
College: San Diego State<br />
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<b>Round 5 (Pick No. 162)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/players/khaleke-hudson/">Khaleke Hudson</a>, LB<br />
College: Michigan<br />
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<b>Round 7 (Pick No. 216)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/players/kamren-curl/">Kamren Curl</a>, S<br />
College: Arkansas<br />
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<b>Round 7 (Pick No. 229)</b><br /><a href="https://www.nfl.com/players/james-smith-williams/">James Smith-Williams</a>, DE<br />
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Leading up to the 2019 NFL Draft, Haskins' name was a polarizing one, frequently praised by NFL pundits. After all, he did throw for 50 touchdowns at Ohio State in one season—a rare feat. Despite the eye-popping statistics and media hype, he fell to the Redskins at No. 15 overall in the draft. Kyler Murray and Daniel Jones were selected before him. Word had spread that Jay Gruden—the Redskins' head coach at the time—wanted Jones, not Haskins, to be their signal caller. On draft night, Haskins was shown laughing at the announcement the New York Giants had taken Jones instead of him. Between Gruden preferring a different quarterback, and Haskins believing the Giants would call his name, things were already off to a terrible start.<br />
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The offensive weapons surrounding Haskins, or lack thereof, did not help matters for his rookie development. Terry McClaurin, an explosive wide receiver selected in the third round of the same draft, was the only clear-cut playmaker. Beyond him, the wide receiver talent was hit or miss. In fairness, the group consisted of three rookies, one of whom was McClaurin. The oft-injured Paul Richardson and Trey Quinn were of no help due to their injuries.<br />
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At the tight end position, long-time veteran Vernon Davis was on the decline. Injury-riddled but ultra-talented Jordan Reed did not see the field after receiving a concussion in a preseason game. Jeremy Sprinkle, used primarily as a blocker, showed minor signs of improvement here and there. Hale Hentges, an unknown name, looked good in the very few snaps he played, but not in a game-changing way.<br />
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At running back, Derrius Guice was supposed to be the workhorse. Instead, he saw limited playing time with even more injuries to his young NFL career. Insert 34-year-old Adrian Peterson, an unequivocal future Hall of Famer. Peterson continued to defy his age as he rushed for 898 yards and 5 touchdowns, while surpassing multiple records in the process. He was the lone bright spot at the position. The once-explosive Chris Thompson was a shell of his former self. He, too, had an unfortunate knack for catching the injury bug.<br />
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So, when considering all that happened during the 2019 season, is Haskins still to blame? Magic 8-Ball says...<br />
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<br />Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-47928059049116150102019-04-19T12:05:00.004-04:002019-04-19T12:09:29.977-04:00Redskins' 2019 Schedule Has Arrived<div data-elm-loc="24" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 18px; margin-top: 4px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">
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<span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Aug. 8: at CLEVELAND BROWNS (7:30 p.m. NBC4)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Aug. 15: vs CINCINNATI BENGALS (7:30 p.m. NBC4)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Oct. 24: at MINNESOTA VIKINGS (8:20 p.m. FOX, NFL NETWORK, AMAZON)</span></div>
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Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-20881643980484078292019-03-07T19:07:00.000-05:002019-03-07T21:01:52.405-05:00The Quarterback Carousel Continues in WashingtonSmart football decisions and the Washington Redskins are words that do not coincide. Instead of drafting a rookie quarterback next month, or even trading for Josh Rosen—the 10th overall selection in the 2018 NFL draft—the Redskins elected to make a head-scratching move.<br />
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Case Keenum is being shipped from Denver to D.C. along with a seventh-round pick, and in return, the Broncos receive a sixth-rounder from the Redskins. Both picks are for next year's draft. Denver will pay $3.5 million of Keenum's $7 million salary, while the Redskins pay the remaining half.<br />
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Keenum, 31, will compete with incumbent signal-caller Colt McCoy for the starting role as of now. Neither one of these names sends a warning message to the rest of the NFC East. If anything, this screams mediocrity and a regression to the old Redskins ways of conducting business.</div>
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Since entering the league as an undrafted free agent in 2012, Keenum has been with five teams, including the Redskins. His career statistics include 12,661 passing yards, 64 touchdowns, and 42 interceptions.</div>
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Add his name to the eye-popping <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Washington_Redskins_starting_quarterbacks" target="_blank">list</a> of starting quarterbacks in the nation's capital.<br />
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Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-71197300923478096182019-02-13T16:46:00.003-05:002019-02-13T16:47:39.151-05:00Redskins Organization Keeps Embarrassing Themselves<div>
Bad publicity continues to plague the Washington Redskins organization—just ask head coach Jay Gruden. His 22-year-old son, Jack Gruden, was arrested early Sunday morning for public drunkenness.</div>
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The arrest occurred at 2:15 a.m., after Gruden had engaged in multiple confrontations at a restaurant in One Loudoun. According to the police report, a deputy broke up the initial argument between Gruden and another male, but Gruden was involved in two more confrontations leading to his arrest.</div>
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Gruden has been a part of the Redskins staff for two seasons. He started out by volunteering the first year, and then more recently, served as a video assistant. His court hearing is scheduled for March 21.<br />
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Tony Wyllie, the team's senior vice president of communications, said in a statement, "We are aware of the arrest of Jack Gruden. We are gathering more information and will not comment until we have further details." Wyllie is a busy man, having to constantly address the media regarding the black cloud—namely Bruce Allen—hovering over Redskins Park.</div>
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Alcohol seems to be a culprit, though. Two months ago, Redskins safety Montae Nicholson was arrested for—stop if you've heard this one before—public drunkenness around 2 a.m. at One Loudoun. Unlike Gruden, Nicholson was also charged with assault and battery, effectively ending his season. Wyllie, in a statement verbatim to the one above, said, "We are aware of the arrest of Montae Nicholson. We are gathering more information and will not comment until we have further details."<br />
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Maybe they should quit playing Redfoo's song "<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQpxEojQ0EM" target="_blank">Good Things Happen When Ya Drunk</a>" at Redskins Park.<br />
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Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-79334842400247522952019-02-05T17:35:00.002-05:002019-02-05T17:35:27.890-05:00More Coaching Changes in WashingtonThe Washington Redskins have filled their coaching void at the inside linebacker spot, hiring the notorious Rob Ryan.<br />
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Ryan, 56, returns to coaching after a two-year hiatus, with his most recent stint being the assistant head coach for the Buffalo Bills. His more accomplished twin brother, Rex Ryan, was Buffalo's head coach at that time. Both of them openly support President Trump, so how bad can they be?<br />
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Despite never being a head coach like his brother, Ryan does have 20 years experience as an NFL assistant. He previously held defensive coordinator roles with the New Orleans Saints (2013-15), Dallas Cowboys (2011-12), Cleveland Browns (2009-10), and Oakland Raiders (2004-08). </div>
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Washington circled back to Ryan after interviewing him for their defensive coordinator spot two years ago. One could speculate that if Greg Manusky—the current defensive coordinator—continues to underwhelm, Ryan may very well be waiting in the wings.<br />
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The Redskins also retained Jim Tomsula, guaranteeing another season of him coaching the defensive line. Tomsula unequivocally transformed Washington's linemen into a fearful unit, making his retainment a no-brainer... even for the Redskins.<br />
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Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-8517955934381507542019-01-30T20:00:00.000-05:002019-02-05T17:37:00.555-05:00Redskins Make Coaching ChangesAt last, the Washington Redskins are doing something positive this offseason. The team has promoted Kevin O'Connell to offensive coordinator, replacing the previous incumbent Matt Cavanaugh, who was demoted to senior offensive assistant.<br />
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The 33-year-old O'Connell previously held the roles of quarterbacks coach and passing game coordinator—the latter of which was to prevent him from accepting UCLA's offensive coordinator vacancy.</div>
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O'Connell's biggest fan might be veteran receiver Torrey Smith, who praised the move on his Twitter account, declaring, "The next [Sean] McVay." Minutes later, he elaborated with another tweet, "He is legit. One of the sharpest dudes I've been around. He is also great at communicating which is half of the battle when leading a team. Plenty of folks know ball but can you lead?"</div>
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Smith's comparison of course, is referring to former Redskins offensive mastermind Sean McVay, who started out as their assistant tight ends coach in 2010. Four year later, McVay was promoted to offensive coordinator where he transformed an anemic offense into a dynamic one. After three seasons in that role, McVay got the opportunity of a lifetime—becoming the head coach of the Los Angeles Rams at just 30 years old. Fast forward to now, where his team will square off against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LIII. So, naturally, there will be McVay-like expectations for O'Connell moving forward.<br />
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While Smith's comments should be taken with a grain of salt, it is notable that Washington had some competition for O'Connell's services, with other teams attempting to hire him. Unfortunately for him, the talented players on offense lie few and far between. Quarterback, the most important position on any team, is stamped yet again with a large question mark. Adrian Peterson, the future hall of fame running back, is set to become a free agent, while prospect Derrius Guice is still recovering from injury. The left guard position remains a revolving door, the wide receiver corps is weak, and the tight end duo of Jordan Reed and Vernon Davis has fizzled out.<br />
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O'Connell certainly has upside, given his age and high football IQ, which should bode him well. Over the last few seasons in particular, the NFL has seen a youth movement in hiring coaches. Whether O'Connell can develop into a head coach himself one day remains to be seen. Meanwhile, a head coach of Mike McCarthy's pedigree—13 seasons, 125-77-2 record, nine playoff appearances, and a Super Bowl win—is still without a team.<br />
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Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-56027851225077915562018-09-16T19:04:00.000-04:002018-09-18T19:04:57.991-04:002018 Washington Home Opener RecapTickets won't sell<br />
Washington smells<br />
The running game laid an egg<br />
Coach Gruden, what's the deal?<br />
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Final Score: Colts - 21, Redskins - 9<br />
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<br />Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-57296524218606793622018-09-04T19:37:00.000-04:002018-09-12T00:04:53.840-04:00Caleb Brantley Signs With RedskinsThe Washington Redskins' much-improved defensive line just got even better.<br />
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Only two days after being released by the Browns, Caleb Brantley found himself signing in Washington.<br />
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Brantley, a projected second-round pick in the 2017 NFL Draft, dropped to Cleveland in the sixth round. The University of Florida product watched his draft stock fall due to a prior misdemeanor battery charge in Gainesville, Florida.</div>
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While at a bar, a woman claimed that Brantley punched her in the face, knocking her unconscious. Brantley pleaded with officers that she attacked him first, which led to his use of self-defense. Charges were not pursued because of lack of evidence and the accuser being intoxicated while under age.</div>
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At 24 years old, Brantley provides the Redskins with another young piece to build around. </div>
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"I can add pressure up the middle and just be a disruptive force. That's what kind of player I am. I just get in there and get vertical and penetrate. And I feel like I can be that kind of player here," Brantley said.</div>
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In order to make room for Brantley, the Redskins had to release someone. That someone was defensive lineman Anthony Lanier II. With Lanier gone, the new-look defensive line will feature Jonathan Allen, DaRon Payne, and Matt Ioannidis as starters, with Brantley, Tim Settle, and Ziggy Hood as backups.</div>
Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-55143432475557206072018-08-31T13:11:00.003-04:002018-09-01T00:15:14.686-04:0053-man Redskins Roster Projection for 2018<b>Quarterback</b> (2): Alex Smith, Colt McCoy<br />
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<b>Tight End</b> (3): Jordan Reed, Vernon Davis, Jeremy Sprinkle<br />
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<b>Wide Receiver</b> (7): Josh Doctson, Paul Richardson, Jamison Crowder, Brian Quick, Trey Quinn, Cam Sims, Simmie Cobbs Jr.<br />
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<b>Offensive line</b> (8): Trent Williams, Shawn Lauvao, Chase Roullier, Brandon Scherff, Morgan Moses, Ty Nsekhe, Kyle Kalis, Geron Christian Sr.<br />
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<b>Defensive line</b> (7): Jonathan Allen, DaRon Payne, Matt Ioannidis, Anthony Lanier II, Tim Settle, Ziggy Hood, Phil Taylor Sr.<br />
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Shortly after hosting free agents Adrian Peterson, Jamaal Charles, and Orleans Darkwa, the front office decided to roll with Peterson. The seven-time Pro Bowler has signed a one-year contract worth $1.015 million; the veteran minimum.</div>
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Peterson, 33, provides the Redskins with a first and second down runner, while Chris Thompson remains engraved as the third-down back.</div>
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Most NFL pundits will say Peterson is washed up—Trent Williams politely disagrees.</div>
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"I don't understand the stigma when people get 31, 32, 33 — they somehow just slow down?" Williams said, per The Washington Times. "You don't. That's a gifted athlete, you know? He has a gift. Did Darrell Green ever lose his speed? He didn't. Some things are just always with you. It's you, it's your makeup, it's your DNA... So, no, he's the same athlete that you're used to seeing."</div>
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Depending on how the final preseason games play out, the running back depth chart, in order, could be: Adrian Peterson, Samaje Perine, Chris Thompson, Kapri Bibbs.</div>
Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-51000873914747299652018-08-19T23:48:00.000-04:002018-08-20T21:27:41.296-04:00Running Back to the Drawing BoardAfter losing future star Derrius Guice to a season-ending ACL injury, the Washington Redskins will now host some notable free agent running backs.<br />
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Originally, head coach Jay Gruden was against rummaging the bargain bin for outside help. That stance changed when Samaje Perine and Byron Marshall both limped off the field in the second preseason game versus the Jets.<br />
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At this stage, though, beggars can't be choosers. The Redskins need running backs to put on the field for the remaining preseason games. Otherwise, a recovering Chris Thompson, unproven Kapri Bibbs, and the so-called slimmer "Fit Rob" Kelley would have to shoulder the workload.<br />
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In honor of schools back in session, here is a simple math example: Peterson > Charles > Darkwa > Kelley.Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-82057831148681062342018-08-06T22:18:00.000-04:002018-09-01T00:15:38.160-04:00First Unofficial 2018 Redskins Depth ChartKeep in mind here, the key words are <i>unofficial</i> and <i>first</i>! The depth chart shows which players are starting at each position, and it will look drastically different before September 1.<br />
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<b>Quarterback:</b><br />
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(2) Colt McCoy<br />
(3) Kevin Hogan<br />
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<b>Running Back:</b><br />
(1) Rob Kelley<br />
(2) Chris Thompson, Kapri Bibbs<br />
(3) Samaje Perine, Byron Marshall<br />
(4) Derrius Guice, Martez Carter<br />
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<b>Fullback:</b><br />
(1) Elijah Wellman<br />
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<b>Wide Receiver:</b><br />
(1) Josh Doctson, Jamison Crowder, Paul Richardson Jr.<br />
(2) Brian Quick, Maurice Harris, Robert Davis<br />
(3) Trey Quinn, Cam Sims, Simmie Cobbs Jr.<br />
(4) Darvin Kidsy, Shay Fields<br />
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<b>Tight End:</b><br />
(1) Jordan Reed<br />
(2) Vernon Davis<br />
(3) Jeremy Sprinkle, Matt Flanagan<br />
(4) Manasseh Garner, Garrett Hudson<br />
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<b>Left Tackle:</b><br />
(1) Trent Williams<br />
(2) Geron Christian Sr.<br />
(3) T.J. Clemmings<br />
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<b>Left Guard:</b><br />
(1) Shawn Lauvao<br />
(2) Kyle Kalis<br />
(3) Isaiah Williams<br />
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<b>Center:</b><br />
(1) Chase Roullier<br />
(2) Tony Bergstrom<br />
(3) Demetrius Rhaney<br />
(4) Casey Dunn<br />
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<b>Right Guard:</b><br />
(1) Brandon Scherff<br />
(2) Tyler Catalina<br />
(3) Cameron Jefferson<br />
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<b>Right Tackle:</b><br />
(1) Morgan Moses<br />
(2) Ty Nsekhe<br />
(3) John Kling<br />
(4) Timon Parris<br />
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<b>Defensive End:</b><br />
(1) Jonathan Allen, Matt Ioannidis<br />
(2) Ziggy Hood, Anthony Lanier II<br />
(3) Ondre Pipkins, Tavaris Barnes Sr.<br />
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<b>Nose Tackle:</b><br />
(1) Da'Ron Payne<br />
(2) Tim Settle<br />
(3) Phil Taylor Sr.<br />
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<b>Strongside Linebacker:</b><br />
(1) Preston Smith<br />
(2) Ryan Anderson<br />
(3) Pete Robertson<br />
(4) Vontae Diggs<br />
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<b>Middle Linebacker:</b><br />
(1) Zach Brown, Mason Foster<br />
(2) Martrell Spaight, Zach Vigil<br />
(3) Josh Harvey-Clemons, Shaun Dion Hamilton<br />
(4) Jerod Fernandez<br />
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<b>Weakside Linebacker:</b><br />
(1) Ryan Kerrigan<br />
(2) Pernell McPhee<br />
(3) Dadi Nicolas<br />
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<b>Cornerback:</b><br />
(1) Josh Norman, Quinton Dunbar<br />
(2) Fabian Moreau, Orlando Scandrick<br />
(3) Danny Johnson, Adonis Alexander<br />
(4) Ranthony Texada, Greg Stroman<br />
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(1) Montae Nicholson<br />
(2) Deshazor Everett<br />
(3) Quin Blanding<br />
(4) Prince Charles Iworah<br />
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(1) D.J. Swearinger<br />
(2) Trop Apke<br />
(3) Kenny Ladler<br />
(4) Fish SmithsonBurgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-76770064847390613102018-08-02T00:23:00.000-04:002018-08-02T00:23:08.858-04:00Alex Trebek Predicts the Redskins' FutureJeopardy! host Alex Trebek recently stopped by ABC7 Studios to discuss warm weather and D.C. sports—which included the Redskins.<br />
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The game show icon had praise for the Burgundy and Gold, stating, "I'm gonna make a prediction now about my favorite football team, the Washington Redskins."</div>
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"Redskins, this is your year. You're not gonna win the Super Bowl, but you're gonna get closer than you've been in a long, long time," continued Trebek.</div>
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A pessimistic fan would view Trebek's prediction as a letdown season for the Redskins. A diehard fan, however, would embrace a deep playoff run with open arms; considering the team has only made two playoff appearances in the last decade.</div>
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Later on, when asked about keeping his beard for good Redskins fortune, Trebek gave his take on the matter.<br />
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Trebek is a known supporter for keeping the supposed controversial Redskins name.</div>
Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-76344513745809646742018-07-30T23:05:00.003-04:002018-07-30T23:05:31.423-04:00Redskins Partake in Supplemental DraftFor the first time since 2009, the Washington Redskins have selected a player in the NFL Supplemental Draft.<br />
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Virginia Tech cornerback Adonis Alexander was the apple of Washington's eye, and to get him, they forfeited a sixth-round pick in next year's draft. Standing at 6-foot-3, Alexander brings the height and physicality the team lacks at that position.<br />
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Talent-wise, he was pegged to go higher in the draft, but due to a marijuana arrest in 2016, and his academic ineligibility, Alexander's stock fell. With some mentoring from defensive backs coach Torrian Gray—whom he played his freshman season under at Tech—Alexander has all the traits to be successful.<br />
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Only 21 years old, Alexander fits the Redskins' blueprint to get a younger roster to build around. Fingers crossed he will pan out better than Washington's last supplemental pick, Jeremy Jarmon, a third-round pick who retired at age 24.Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-20237004399650156252018-07-10T00:23:00.000-04:002018-07-10T00:24:26.027-04:00Redskins Still Have Money to SpendOne thing the Washington Redskins have been efficient with in recent times is winning... free agency. While many teams lose talented players, due to salary cap restraints, Washington has been able to re-sign their own, in addition to adding key free agents.<br />
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Some could argue that Washington's free agent finds don't always pan out. At least, however, they have sufficient funds to be active in the market.<br />
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This year, for instance, the Redskins have approximately <a href="https://overthecap.com/salary-cap/washington-redskins/" target="_blank">$13 million</a> remaining after 'free agent frenzy' and draft pick signings.<br />
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There is still a void at the wide receiver position, and Dez Bryant happens to be unsigned. Bryant, 29, made it clear that he would like to stay in the NFC East, and the Redskins happen to be in the NFC East. No inside rumors have linked the two sides together since April, when Bryant became a free agent.<br />
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Assuming the Redskins pass on Bryant, it begs the question of why bulk at Kirk Cousins' asking price when they had every chance to keep him?<br />
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Perhaps the team's front office knows exactly what they are doing. Perhaps, and more likely though, they are pawns in a twisted game played only in the Twilight Zone.Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-64560383147299521332018-06-16T19:37:00.000-04:002018-06-18T19:36:58.117-04:00Number Change for Quinton DunbarAfter three seasons of rocking ex-Redskins player Chris Cooley's No. 47, Quinton Dunbar is changing numbers.<br />
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The young cornerback will now don No. 23—Deangelo Hall's longtime number, who recently retired after 14 NFL seasons.<br />
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As an undrafted wide receiver in the 2015 NFL Draft, Dunbar signed with the Redskins. He transitioned to cornerback after injuries decimated the team's secondary.<br />
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Dunbar is expected a larger role after Washington lost two of their top corners in Bashaud Breeland [free agency] and Kendall Fuller [trade]. The Redskins rewarded his improved play by giving him a three-year, $10.5 million contract extension this offseason.<br />
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<br />Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-54208493922482290002018-04-29T14:28:00.000-04:002018-04-29T21:41:28.260-04:00Washington Redskins 2018 Draft Class<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Round 1, Pick 13</b><br />
Da'Ron Payne (DT) Alabama<br />
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<b>Round 2, Pick 59</b><br />
Derrius Guice (RB) LSU<br />
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<b>Round 3, Pick 74</b><br />
Geron Christian (T) Lousiville<br />
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<b>Round 4, Pick 109</b><br />
Troy Apke (S) Penn State<br />
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<b>Round 5, Pick 163</b><br />
Tim Settle (DT) Virginia Tech<br />
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<b>Round 6, Pick 197</b><br />
Shaun Dion Hamilton (LB) Alabama<br />
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<b>Round 7, Pick 241</b><br />
Greg Stroman (CB) Virginia Tech<br />
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<b>Round 7, Pick 256</b><br />
Trey Quinn (WR) SMUBurgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-22962263645758809182018-04-07T23:28:00.000-04:002018-04-08T12:41:08.982-04:00Jonathan Allen Changed His DigitsJonathan Allen will be sporting a new jersey number on the field.<br />
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The 23-year-old defensive end is switching from No. 95 to No. 93, which he wore playing for Alabama. With the departure of Trent Murphy this offseason, Allen was finally able to pounce on retaining his former number.</div>
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Changing to a sexier number should lead to increased Allen jersey sales. Now that No. 95 is up for grabs, perhaps free agent Johnathan Hankins will be more inclined to sign here (95 is his current number.) Furthermore, depending on how superstitious Allen is, he could see the number switch as a fresh start. After all, wearing No. 95 last season was not exactly lucky—he suffered a Lisfranc injury and was placed on injured reserve.</div>
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Burgundy & Gold Newshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15773028540240014979noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245313886703987805.post-74471110354784038462018-03-07T19:48:00.000-05:002018-03-07T21:49:04.742-05:00Deshazor Everett Staying in D.C.Following the formula of reward your own players first, the Washington Redskins re-signed Deshazor Everett to a multi-year deal.<br />
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Coming off a productive season of 62 tackles and a forced fumble throughout 14 games, Everett showed much improvement filling in for Su'a Cravens.</div>
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Having just turned 26 years old, Everett will provide quality depth at the safety position. His contribution on special teams did not go unnoticed, as he led the unit with tackles.</div>
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The Redskins now have Everett, D.J. Swearinger, and Montae Nicholson to work with at the position, not including any future signings.</div>
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