Archive for June, 2010

Shanahan Interested: More On Vincent Jackson

According to PFT, this Vincent Jackson story about the Redskins truly being interested in acquiring his services is really gaining steam. The latest news is that Mike Shanahan wanted to draft Jackson to the Broncos and missed out on the opportunity by selecting DB Darrent Williams, and was then livid when the Chargers selected Jackson [...]

Report: Redskins Interested In Chargers’ Vincent Jackson

Via PFT: Last week it was reported that the Seahawks expressed interest in a trade with the Chargers that would land restricted free agent Vincent Jackson in Seattle, but that the Chargers said no thanks. Now another team has been identified as a suitor for Jackson: The Washington Redskins. Kevin Acee of the San Diego [...]

Only Haynesworth Mentioned for CBS’ Top 50 NFL Player Ranking

As if the Redskins needed it — Pete Prisco over at CBS Sports recently ranked the 50 Best NFL Players and the only mention of the Redskins came by way of the “just missed” selection of Albert Haynesworth. No mention of Portis, Cooley, or McNabb… all three of these candidates surely would have made the [...]

WR Marques Hagans Cut

Via The Insider: Addressing their surplus at wide receiver, the Washington Redskins waived Marques Hagans Tuesday. The transaction leaves the team with 11 wideouts. The former U-Va star never saw the field for the Skins after joining the team as a practice squad player in December 2008. He was waived in August of last year [...]

Sapp Lays Into Haynesworth Over Issues with Redskins

It seems like just about everyone and anyone is taking shots these days at Redskins unhappy DT Albert Haynesworth. The latest is former Bucs and Raiders D-lineman Warren Sapp, who was quoted in the Washington Post as saying Haynesworth needs to step up. Warren Sapp is one of the best NFL defensive tackles in recent [...]

Report: Redskins To Win NFC East

Adam Hankins over at the Bleacher Report has a very optimistic post about the Redskins WINNING the NFC East this year.  It’s feel good friday, check it out here whydoncha. His reasoning: The Offensive Line Is Not Only Fixed—It Is Now a Strength The 3-4 Defense Will Create More Big Plays The Redskins Finally Have [...]

K. Shanahan on the state of the backfield

The question is, and has been…. do the Redskins need to bring in Brian Westrbook?  Do they need a proven 3rd down back that can pick up protections, block, and catch the ball if need be?  Or do they already have adequate personnel to fill that role in the backfield?   Offensive Coordinator Shanahan suggests the [...]

Haynesworth Will Train for Season, Will Stay Quiet

Starting………. NOW – the Albert Haynesworth situation is about to go totally private.  According to beat reporter Rick Maese of the Washington Post, Haynesworth released this statement this morning: “Despite my current differences with the Redskins, I have always planned to attend training camp and honor my contract. I am continuing to prepare for the [...]