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Orakpo Excited To Be A Pro
April 30, 2009 by
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Brian Orakpo talks about being drafted by the Washington Redskins
Q&A w/ Skins First-Round Pick Brian Orakpo
April 30, 2009 by
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After being selected by Washington with the 13th overall pick, former Texas DE Brian Orakpo said the Redskins are the perfect fit for him. In an interview with Sporting News’ Bill Eichenberger and other reporters, Orakpo also said he’s looking forward to competing in the...
What if Daniel Snyder Were a Genius?
April 30, 2009 by
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Whether by accident or design, the Redskins’ inability to snag Sanchez, combined with the dumb luck of finding Texas DE Brian Orakpo still available at the #13 spot, set the tone for a defensive-focused 2009 Draft. Combine the draft picks (DE, CB, LBX2) with the free agents (DT...
Skins Add Former Missouri QB Chase Daniel
April 27, 2009 by
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Missouri quarterback Chase Daniel, a former Heisman Trophy finalist who wasn’t chosen in the NFL draft, agreed to terms with the Washington Redskins on Monday.
Daniel is expected to join the Redskins for minicamp this weekend. He will likely enter training camp in July battling...
Orakpo Talks to the Media After the Draft
April 25, 2009 by
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(on Washington Media): “I’m just ready for the opportunity. I’m ready to come in, step in, and do what I can and help the team. And the most important thing, ready to win.”
(on the hole created by Jason Taylor’s departure): “I admire Jason Taylor so much you know he was...
Skins Snag DE Brian Orakpo with #12 Pick
April 25, 2009 by
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The Redskins went defense with their first pick on Saturday, as they picked up Texas DE Brian Orakpo. The pass rusher fell to them as he lasted a lot longer than most thought he would.
Here’s the lowdown on Orakpo from Draft Countdown:
Strengths:
Outstanding athlete…Great...
Draft Predictions for Round One
April 25, 2009 by
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As the 2009 NFL draft draws closer I attempt to predict the first round selections. I have spent hour after hour reviewing stats, rosters and any other information I can access. I find myself struggling to fit players in at specific selections.
The 2009 Draft is a little different...
Redskins Looking for a Deal to Move Up and Grab Sanchez?
April 23, 2009 by
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The Redskins have a liking for USC QB Mark Sanchez, and today’s Washington Post columnist Jason Reid reports that the team may look to play “Let’s Make a Deal” on Saturday to move up so they can grab Sanchez before another team gets their hands on him.
The...
Quarterly Break Down of 2009 schedule - Part Two
April 22, 2009 by
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2nd Quarter: @ Panthers, Vs. Chiefs, Vs. Eagles (Monday Night), Bye, @ Falcons
Last season the NFC South collectively went 24-2 for home games. The second quarter of the season sends the Redskins traveling into NFC South territory. The Panthers went undefeated at home last season...
Quarterly Break Down of 2009 schedule
April 20, 2009 by
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1st Quarter: @ Giants, Vs. Rams, @ Lions, Vs. Buccaneers
An interesting statistic was mentioned by the commentators during the Dolphins-Redskins opening game of the 2007 season. The stat; teams that lose their first game are 60-67% more likely to miss the playoffs. For further evidence...
Remember Mark Brunell?
April 18, 2009 by
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Hey Redskins Fans. I have a quick question for you. Who was the staring quarterback for Washington the last time they won a playoff game? It wasn’t Jason Campbell. It was the incumbent quarterback when JC was drafted in 2005, Mark Brunell.
Now do you remember fan’s reactions...
Should the Redskins Make a Play for Anquan Boldin?
April 17, 2009 by
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In a Larry Fitzgerald-less parallel universe, Anquan Boldin would likely be universally considered one of the top-5 wideouts in the league. Boldin plays wide receiver like the late Sean Taylor played safety: ferocious and fearlessly.
The fact that the man literally had to have his...
Three Key Moments of the Skins 09 Schedule from NFL.com
April 14, 2009 by
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For the second consecutive year, the Redskins will begin their season with a Week 1 contest at the Giants. Last season they were manhandled in a 16-7 loss that set the tone for New York’s NFC East title run. In 2009, the Redskins will try to reverse that outcome.
The Redskins...
2009 Redskins Schedule Released - 3 Primetime Matchups!
April 14, 2009 by
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Sun, Sept. 13
at New York Giants
FOX
4:15 p.m.
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Sun, Sept. 20
vs. St. Louis Rams
FOX
1 p.m.
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Sun, Sept. 27
at Detroit Lions
FOX
1 p.m.
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Sun, Oct. 4
vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
FOX
1 p.m.
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Sun, Oct. 11
at Carolina Panthers
FOX
1 p.m.
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Sun, Oct. 18
vs. Kansas City Chiefs...
Top 10 Redskins Draft Picks Since 1990
April 13, 2009 by
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APRIL is the cruellest month…mixing
Memory and desire, stirring
Dull roots with spring rain.
-T.S. Eliot, “The Wasteland”
My man T.S. Eliot sure got it right when it comes to the Modern-Era NFL’s 12-month “season.” Leading up to the 2009 NFL Draft on April 25-26th,...
I’ll Take Jason Campbell Over Cutler Any Day
April 10, 2009 by
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“It’s going to make me a stronger person. I’ve got to stay positive. I’m not going to let this break me, or even define me.” – Jason Campbell on his team’s inability to trade him away for Jay Cutler.
The fact that Dan Snyder and company made a move...
Golston Signs a His One-Year Tender to Stay w/ Skins
April 10, 2009 by
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Kedric Golston has signed a $1.54 million, one-year tender to remain with the Skins. Golston inked his deal Friday, joining fellow defensive tackle Anthony Montgomery and kicker Shaun Suisham as restricted free agents who have re-signed with the team this offseason. A sixth-round draft...
Making the Preseason Count
April 09, 2009 by
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Two weeks ago the NFL released the 2009 preseason schedule. The Washington Redskins will face Baltimore, Pittsburgh, New England, and Carolina. While some fans find the preseason useless, I
Reinstating the Draft
April 07, 2009 by
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With the 13th overall pick in the upcoming draft, speculation and rumors about who the Redskins will chose have began to make their rounds. Will it be the explosive defensive end out of Texas? Maybe the Redskins will continue to shore up the O-line and go after the young offensive...
Redskins Gab 2009 Redskins Mock Draft 1.0
April 06, 2009 by
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1st Round: 13th Pick
3rd Round: 16th Pick (80th overall)
5th Round: 14th Pick (150th overall)
6th Round: 13th Pick (186th overall)
7th Round: 34th Pick (243rd overall) (Compensatory Selection)
A pass rusher, young offensive lineman, and some depth on the defensive line are what the...
Skins Talking to Free Agent QB Byron Leftwich
April 06, 2009 by
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Now that the attempt for Jay Cutler has passed and things with Jason Campbell are okay, the team is talking about bringing in a veteran backup QB, that being former Jaguar, Falcon and Steeler Byron Leftwich. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette is reporting that the team has talked to him...
Jay Cutler for President
April 01, 2009 by
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Ok, comrades, enough is enough. All the talk about Jay Cutler becoming a Washington Redskin or that the mere working out of Mark Sanchez is an indicator that he is a legitimate candidate for drafting, need to be laid to rest. #17 will be the starting quarterback come opening game...
Putting the ‘C’ in C.P.
April 01, 2009 by
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Two out of the past four seasons for the Washington Redskins have been pushed in to playoffs by the thoroughbred-esque legs of star running back Clinton Portis.
Whether Clinton is assisting in pass protection, grinding up yardage like cheap hamburger meat, or lending a hand (or arm...
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