Fanspeak: Washington Commanders

1. Front Four Pressure Continues to Excel: – The Redskins generated a lot of pressure throughout the game with both their starters and back-ups. Bills quarterbacks were frequently uncomfortable in the pocket and were forced to throw the ball under duress, which led to throw aways and off target passes. This was a major area … More »

Here are some key match-ups to watch in today’s game: 1 C.J. Spiller vs Redskins Run Defense: -The Bills don’t run the same offense as the Philadelphia Eagles, but C.J. Spiller is a really good comparison to Eagles running back LeSean McCoy. Both are very shifty running backs who have great vision and cut back … More »

Here are the 8 guys I think currently deserve Practice Squad  roster spots: 1. OT Xavier Nixon: -Currently I have both practice squad eligible OL Adam Gettis and Tom Compton making the roster, making this a pretty easy decision on who to give a practice squad spot to. Nixon is a guy with a little … More »

Here are 5 things I’m looking for in the Redskins’ 3rd Preseason Game against the Bills:   1.  Keep everyone healthy. The Redskins cannot afford any more injuries to players who will make the 53 man roster.  So far it has been tough and the Steelers game didn’t help.  I don’t expect Mike Shanahan to … More »

Quarterbacks: (3) Robert Griffin III, Kirk Cousins, Rex Grossman -There is no debate here as the Redskins are keeping three quarterbacks and it will be RGIII, Cousins and Grossman. Running backs: (3) Alfred Morris, Roy Helu Jr., Keiland Williams -Tough decision here between keeping 4 RB’s and 5 WR’s, or 3 RB’s and 6 WR’s. … More »

The preseason is half over and a few interesting things have stood out. Here are some of the biggest surprises compared to what I was expecting: 1. The pass rush is vastly improved: -Through the first two games the Redskins pass rush has steadily won battles against opponents 1st, 2nd and 3rd teams. The level … More »

DL Barry Cofield: -Cofield was a monster throughout his time in the game. He was credited with a half a sack, a fumble recovery and a pair of tackles, but his impact went far beyond that. He consistently collapsed the pocket or filled the hole in the running game. The Steelers didn’t have an answer … More »

I’m going to break this down by offense and defense with a far heavier focus on starters and top back-ups. Offense: Kirk Cousins: -Cousins started out well completing his first two passes (though one was off target) for 19 yards. His next two drop-backs though Cousins threw the ball over Santana Moss‘s head and took … More »

Here are the key players or position groups I’m watching tonight in week 2 of the preseason: 1. David Amerson: -Amerson had a really nice first game this preseason and will look to build upon that tonight against the Steelers. He wasn’t really challenged in the intermediate or deep areas, and should get more tested … More »

2012 Finish: 10-6, 1st in the NFC East, 1st round loss in the playoffs Key Additions: CB E.J. Biggers, OT Tony Pashos, LB Nick Barnett, OT Jeremy Trueblood, WR Donte Stallworth, DE Phillip Merling, DT Ron Brace 2013 Draft: CB David Amerson, TE Jordan Reed, S Phillip Thomas, RB Chris Thompson, LB Brandon Jenkins, S … More »