Robert Griffin III:
Gruden on QB @RGIII at first OTA practice: "He's doing fine." Said practices vs. defense will help in Griffin III's consistency.
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) May 26, 2015
Gruden says "he's doing fine" speaking on Griffin. Today was first day of on-field work vs defenders. Time will tell.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) May 26, 2015
Skins coach Jay Gruden says RG3 "doing fine" on first day of OTA; Says his work ethic "has never been a question"
— Liz Clarke (@lizclarketweet) May 26, 2015
Reiterating what he said a couple weeks ago, Gruden says he thinks familiarity will breed confidence for Griffin.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) May 26, 2015
Gruden said Griffin is "a confident guy" and didn't detect any kind of hit to his psyche last year. Trying to now get players around him.
— Zac Boyer (@ZacBoyer) May 26, 2015
Lessons learned as first-year Head Coach:
On what he learned in 1st year as HC, Gruden said figuring out what buttons to press with players. B/C getting most out of players is key.
— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) May 26, 2015
Jordan Reed injury:
TE Jordan Reed is getting some knee soreness checked out, Gruden said.
— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) May 26, 2015
Gruden said nothing specific happened to Reed regarding his knee. Just wanted to get checked out for precautionary reasons.
— Zac Boyer (@ZacBoyer) May 26, 2015
Missed flights:
Jay Gruden says LT Trent Williams missed his flight out of Houston (was canceled) and could not attend today's OTA practice. #RedskinsTalk
— CSN Redskins (@CSNRedskins) May 26, 2015
CB Tracy Porter also missed his flight, Gruden said. "Lots of flight issues last night," JG cracked.
— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) May 26, 2015
Ryan Kerrigan's return from knee scope:
Gruden on LB @RyanKerrigan91 after knee scope surgery last week: "Ryan's going to be fine." Hopes he can return soon.
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) May 26, 2015
DeSean Jackson's absence:
WR DeSean Jackson is missing this week but plans to join OTAs next week, Gruden said.
— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) May 26, 2015
DeSean Jackson is not planning on being here this week. Will be in town next week, Gruden said.
— Zac Boyer (@ZacBoyer) May 26, 2015
Backup QB reps:
Gruden on QBs: 'Right now we don't have a depth chart for the second and third team.' Said Cousins and McCoy will split reps. #RedskinsTalk
— CSN Redskins (@CSNRedskins) May 26, 2015
Gruden is having McCoy and Cousins battle for the back-up role, "but I would like to see them push Robert [as they] push themselves."
— Zac Boyer (@ZacBoyer) May 26, 2015
Gruden: "I expect all three of them to compete and get better."
— Zac Boyer (@ZacBoyer) May 26, 2015
DeAngelo Hall's return:
Gruden on CB DeAngelo Hall: "Physically, he's got to get himself ready to go...it's going to take some time." Hopes full go at training camp
— Brian McNally (@bmcnally14) May 26, 2015
Increased tempo/no huddle:
Gruden said team is trying to push the tempo in practice. They haven't gone no-huddle yet but will work that in soon.
— Zac Boyer (@ZacBoyer) May 26, 2015
Gruden acknowledged that the faster pace of today's OTA was by design. Wanted to squeeze in as many reps as possible.
— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) May 26, 2015
Gruden happy with the tempo of practice but annoyed with all the pre-snap penalties. Says maybe excitement was to blame.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) May 26, 2015
Emphasis on defensive takeaways:
Gruden on #Redskins' defense: "We have to build a strong mentality as far as getting the ball back." Coaches really harping this at practice
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) May 26, 2015
Gruden said there's a stronger emphasis on defense this offseason on increasing takeaways. Says they have to get better there.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) May 26, 2015
Gruden: 'We turned the ball over too much last year and we didn't get enough turnovers. That's a recipe for disaster.' #RedskinsTalk
— CSN Redskins (@CSNRedskins) May 26, 2015
Terrance Knighton:
Jay Gruden says Terrance Knighton has rare quickness for a guy his size. (He's big. Real big)
— John Keim (@john_keim) May 26, 2015
Gruden says DL Terrance "Pot Roast" Knighton has great hands and a great first step, especially for a big man up front.
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) May 26, 2015
Safety position:
Gruden: our safety spot looks much brighter than a year ago
— John Keim (@john_keim) May 26, 2015
Ihenacho and Goldson were the top two safeties today. Gruden said they'll mix them all in, but that they are better there than a year ago.
— Zac Boyer (@ZacBoyer) May 26, 2015
Jay Gruden says Duke Ihenacho will be in mix for starting SS job. Jeron Johnson thought to be favorite. Ihenacho got 1st team reps today
— Brian McNally (@bmcnally14) May 26, 2015
Matt Jones:
Gruden on rookie RB Matt Jones: "He has much more versatility than we thought." Can run, catch and has size to take on blitzing LBs.
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) May 26, 2015
Gruden says Matt Jones has more versatility than they expected when they drafted him. Today he served as third down back.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) May 26, 2015
Trevardo Williams:
Gruden praised Trevardo Williams, who was with the first team in place of Kerrigan, as a strong, speedy player. Could be top-four rusher.
— Zac Boyer (@ZacBoyer) May 26, 2015
Gruden said he likes what he's seen from Trevardo Williams, who was out there opposite Trent Murphy today with Ryan Kerrigan out.
— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) May 26, 2015
Special teams:
Gruden: "There's great opportunity for some guys to make this football team if they can excel on special teams."
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) May 26, 2015
Two point conversions/XP rule changes:
Gruden said #Redskins will "study" the two-point conversion much more now with new extra-point rules -- both defending and attempting them.
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) May 26, 2015
Agressive defense:
#Skins coach Jay Gruden says team plans more aggressive defensive style. we're gonna let em get up the field."
— Liz Clarke (@lizclarketweet) May 26, 2015
Robert Griffin III's new baby:
Asked if he has given RG3 any advice on the new baby, Gruden cracked, "Yeah, sleep in the other room."
— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) May 26, 2015
Gruden joked that RG3 needs his rest. Cracked that he use the baby as an excuse for falling asleep in meetings.
— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) May 26, 2015
Gruden on @RGIII's new baby daughter: "He's a very proud papa. I didn't get a cigar yet -- I'm a little disappointed."
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) May 26, 2015
CB depth:
Gruden said the depth at corner is "outstanding" following offseason acquisitions. Praised Culliver's bump-and-run ability.
— Zac Boyer (@ZacBoyer) May 26, 2015