News: Shanahan said that the Redskins will run a “Redskins defense”, with elements of the 4-3 and the 3-4
There is no point in tipping your hand and giving up too much information at this point in the game. If you’re switching to the 3-4, why let other teams know that you’ll be going after personnel [...]
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Shanahan says team will run ‘Redskins defense’
Shanahan, not Vinny, made decision on 3-4
We haven’t heard much from Jim Haslett yet. There has been no introductory press conference for any of the coordinators or assistants, no media availability at all. But Comcast SportsNet has the audio clip above and, although it’s less than a minute, it’s interesting.
In regards to the switch from the 4-3 defense to a 3-4 [...]
CSN: Roster 2010 Defensive backs and linebackers
The fourth in my series about who may be going and staying in 2010. If you didn’t catch the first three installments the links are in the article. Feel free to leave comments here or on the CSN site.
Redskins Roster 2010–Linebackers & Defensive Backs
Daniels wants to return in 2010
The Washington Redskins’ Phillip Daniels would like to return for a 15th NFL season in 2010.
“I hope to be back here,” the defensive end said on Wednesday when asked about his future. “If I’m not back here I’ll be somewhere.”
Daniels will be 37 and an unrestricted free agent next season. In 15 games, primarily playing [...]
CSN: Landry still adjusting to free safety
One would think that two years is enough time for Laron Landry to adjust from playing strong safety to playing free. Not so, according to Jerry Gray.
CSN: Landry Still Adjusting to Free Safety
CSN: Tryon gives “work effort”, improves his game
Late in last Sunday’s game against the Eagles, cornerback Justin Tryon was sidelined with a hip pointer. It was a moment of great consternation for all of Redskins Nation.
This was a noteworthy moment in the development of Tryon. A year ago, even as recently as this summer, the Redskins faithful had sweaty palms and anxiety [...]
CSN: Defense Great–for three quarters
The Redskins D is one of the top-ranked in the league, but they can’t seem to get big stops when they need them.
CSN Washington: Redskins Defense: Fourth And Coming Up Short
CSN: Contract complictes Carlos’ situation
Carlos Rogers’ play has been up and down throughout his career. He had a down moment when he was benched after the fourth play of the game against Denver. His status is unsettled as the former top-ten draft pick enters the final seven games of his contract.
CSN: Contract complicates Rogers’ status
CSN: Pass rush pressure on the rise
In this dismal season, the Redskins’ pass rush has been a bright spot. They have just three sacks to go to match their total for all of 2008. My article on Comcast Sports Net looks at a few reasons why.
CSN: Pass rush pressure on the rise
Smoot on the way out?
According to the Washington Times’ Ryan O’Halloran’s review of the Washington Redskins game against the Bucs, Fred Smoot participated in just one play the 16-13 win over Tampa Bay.
One play.
And that, O’Halloran said, came at safety near the end of the first half.
Ouch.
Justin Tryon has taken his place at nickel back and he played well. [...]
