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Open Thread: Redskins @ Cardinals; Pre-Season Finale
by Kevin Ewoldt on Sep 2, 2010 9:00 PM EDT
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540 comments
I just thought to myself how entertaining this game would be for both fanbases if Russ Grimm was mic'd up.
29 Redskins including Rex Grossman, Dhall, and Carlos Rogers will not play tonight.
Joe Bugel, who lives in AZ, will be the honorary captain for the coin toss.
Join Hogs Haven for the NFL Kickoff on Thursday, September 9th
by Ken Meringolo on Sep 2, 2010 3:55 PM EDT
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Alright everyone. It has long been our goal to do something for all the readers who have made us the most ghetto fabulous Redskins site on the internet. We have at least a few events coming down the pike that we will keep you all informed about.
But on Thursday, September 9th, Hard Times Cafe is hosting Hogs Haven for the celebration of the kickoff of the 2010 NFL season. Our good friends at Anheiser-Busch have generously donated kegs of beer, "Bud girls", and a lot of free giveaways.
That's right...they donated kegs of beer. We are insanely happy to advertise "Free Beer". Now, there is an end to the free beer (which is why we don't say "All-you-can-drink") but we feel pretty confident we can satisfy everyone's thirst with 5 kegs. SB Nation (our digital pimp) went out of their way to help us and provide ADDITIONAL kegs of beer. So come one, come all. The bar will have additional food and drink specials if you prefer not to drink the swill we are providing.
There is NO CHARGE to attend. In order for us to make the appropriate plans at the bar, we are using a free service for people to sign into and print out their own tickets. CLICK HERE to sign up for the party and print out your ticket to the event.
We are looking forward to meeting you all on Thursday night. Here's a map of the location...it's walking distance to the Bethesda Metro...so you have that going for you, which is nice.
Washington Redskins Camp Journal with Robert Henson
by Ken Meringolo on Sep 2, 2010 2:50 PM EDT
in Redskins Camp Journal
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One last entry from linebacker Robert Henson before the final preseason game. Today, he addresses the very real threat of being let go, as well as his desire to be on "Hard Knocks". Since he is travelling with the team, I would not expect he will be able to spend any time answering questions today, but we will talk to him soon.
RH51:
It's Friday, August 27th, and we just played the Jets in our third preseason game. To be honest, I feel like we played an ugly game, but like the head coach preaches-the only thing that matters is winning. We would love to be perfect but we realize that nobody can be...especially with so many ups and downs during the course of a ball game. The Jets are a strong team and it was great playing against those guys, they really are one of the elite teams in the NFL. This game was not one of my personal bests, but I was productive while registering 5 tackles (one of those being a tackle for a loss) and a forced fumble. The most important tackle came on special teams. It's great playing for a coach like Danny Smith because he is a firecracker and always puts us in position to make plays. I am smart enough to know that I have to soak up as much knowledge as possible from him in order to help this team win and be productive until my opportunity comes to play defense.
So I know this may sound weird but it will be fun to be on "Hard Knocks", and honestly I think we should have it next year. I will say that it makes you a target in the NFL though because we were itching to play those guys and prove we were better. This next preseason game against Arizona will be a tough one on all the young guys, because we have to play on everything. For example, I am starting on defense and all special teams-I will rarely get a break. But who cares? I am ready to show people why I should be on this team, all the negative people and non-believers will see that even if it doesn't work for me on this team that I deserve to play in this league. It sounds weird but I am really not worried about being cut. I understand it's a business and that being cut doesn't define the player you are. I have seen lots of guys get cut two or three times and find a system that they flourish in and become Pro Bowlers. It is a hard process for the players and the coaching staff. Through the course of the off season and training camp you build relationships with guys and it is tough to see them leave. My Prime U brother Lendy Holmes was let go and it is going to be tough to come out of the locker room and not hear him getting ready. Well Redskins, fans I am going to try and get some rest on this plane. See you all on the other side of the final roster cuts one way or another!! HTTR
The Thursday Line: We Put the "Meaning" In Meaningless
by Ken Meringolo on Sep 2, 2010 12:23 PM EDT
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It's not like we are not going to watch this game. Of course we are going to watch it. If they played 20 preseason games, we would watch them all. We would be pissed as hell about it, but it would not stop us from breathlessly watching future UFL and Arena League players battling it out in the 4th quarter of a game that less than zero importance.
We are degenerate junkies and the NFL is happy to deliver a whole needle full of penalty-fests tonight. Bring them on. The Thursday Line is back, and this time we are featuring actual updated odds to discuss.
Over/Under of tonight's game: 37
I am taking the Over here. The Skins should be good for 14-17 points tonight at worst in my opinion. And the Cards are going to feature both Derek Anderson and Matt Leinart. Assuming Leinart gets extensive time against our backups, he should be able to direct a few scoring drives. Even though it matters not, I would love to see the kind of production we saw against Buffalo a few weeks ago. If Ryan Torrain gets going tonight like he did against Buffalo, watch out.
The Redskins are getting 6 points tonight...
Have I ever bet on a preseason line before? Yes. Did I feel kind of dirty afterward? You bet. Betting on preseason games is like betting on whether the Discovery building protester was going to detonate his bombs. There is next to zero rationale for any wager, but it beats betting how many cars are going to make it through the next green light outside your office window. I like the Redskins against this spread. I am confident that the Cards will score some points, but I have a suspicion that Shanahan is going to call more than a few deep bombs to test out our receivers. It says here we will have 2 or more touchdowns of 45 yards or longer tonight.
Ryan Torrain Over/Under Rushing Yards: 100
I think that even with Willie Parker getting a good amount of carries tonight, Ryan Torrain is going to bust out. I'll take the Over, and I will do it on the strength of his yards per attempt number. I don't see him banging out a 75-yard run, but I do see him scraping out 8-, 9- and 10- yard runs at a clip. He'll go over 100 in the 4th quarter and you will see the cameras settle on Willie Parker, with Joe Theismann saying something like, "There's a guy that will be looking for a job this weekend."
Your takes on these lines below, and feel free to start your own odds on anything game-related.
Redskins vs Cardinals - What to Look For (With Help from Matt Bowen)
by Kevin Ewoldt on Sep 2, 2010 10:14 AM EDT
in Redskins Analysis
18 comments
Our good friend over at the National Football Post, Matt Bowen, wrote a nice piece on what coaches are looking for in the final preseason game. He covers the ins and out of penalties, turnovers, but then gets more in depth regarding the not so obvious:
Kickoff Coverage
That's why we want to see who makes the big hit tonight, who is in on the tackles and who can blow up blockers on their path to the football. Kickoff coverage is the most important aspect of any football team in this league - bigger than both offense and defense. And, coaches want players who will sacrifice their bodies to sell out and make a play.
With Special Teams it's safe to say most of us just watch the runner. I'll be keeping an eye on who gets through their lanes on kickoffs. The gunners on punts are also a key to watch for. Byron Westbrook and the backup WRs will see some action here. Lorenzo Alexander was a human wrecking ball last year, so hopefully some players can stand out like that.
Tackling
Have to tackle to play in this league...Players miss tackles at this level because of poor technique. Duck their heads at contact, don't use their legs to drive through the player, over pursue to the football and take bad angles.
If that's the case, how does Landry have a starting spot? Phillip Daniels tweeted how exhausted everyone was from the plane ride last night. Will that show? I doubt it...adrenaline takes over. Most of the Redskins corners (even the backups) have seen regular season action, so mistakes should be far and few between.
Conditioning
Keep an eye on this tonight. Every young player will play almost the entire game - and that includes covering kicks and then playing defense on the very next play...We will see players get beat tonight in the second half because their conditioning is poor.
Does that mean I should bet the over?
The SB Nation Cardinals site, Revenge of the Birds, posted their 6 Things to Watch for tonight. Interesting to see how Beanie Wells has struggled. I guess when you don't have Kurt Warner to worry about, it makes it a lot easier to take away the run. I'd also expect a lot of Matt Leinart tonight...anything to help his trade value and ship him out.
Daily Slop: Rex Ryan Wins Trash Talk War vs DeAngelo Hall
by Kevin Ewoldt on Sep 2, 2010 8:56 AM EDT
in Daily Slop
33 comments
>> KSK 5 Best Moments From Hard Knocks (video)
Video clips of Rex Ryan jawing at Hall and Jets Coach Mike Westoff saying "F*CK THE REDSKINS!"
Rex Ryan: "Hey, tackle him at the line of scrimmage, you can't tackle him 50 yards down the field. Hey, you ain't here to tackle nobody, what are you talking about? That's why my brother got rid of your ass."
Ryan's brother Rob Ryan was the former D-Coordinator in Oakland.
Ryan Torain & Justin Tryon Return To Arizona
Both played their college ball at Arizona State
Sports | Bears claim OL Edwin Williams | Seattle Times
The Chicago Bears have claimed offensive lineman Edwin Williams off waivers and waived running back Brandon Minor.
D.C. Sports Bog - Dan Snyder and Jerry Jones film a Papa John's commercial
Jaws, Gruden like Redskins, but only to a point | Washington Examiner
Redskins signed QB John Beck to a two-year $2.25 million contract extension. Beck contractually tied to Washington for next three years at $3.35m"
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