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Daily Slop: Robert Griffin III Gives the Washington Redskins a Chance for a Fresh Start; Football Is Back At Redskins Park

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Robert Griffin III gives Washington Redskins a chance for a fresh start - The Washington Post
Forget the past two years. Redskins new start begins when training camp with Robert Griffin III opens Thursday.

The Redskins Blog | Inside The Park: First Day Of Camp
I’m really looking forward to see how our new guys develop. On offense Pierre Garçon, Robert Griffin III and Josh Morgan have been some of the more highly publicized additions for any team around the league and my anticipation to watch them is as high as anyone’s.

Q&A with Ryan Kerrigan - Rich Tandler's Real Redskins
Second-year Redskins linebacker Ryan Kerrigan stopped by the Comcast SportsNet studios last week and talked to us about the upcoming season. You’ve talked about the need to get more consistent. What specifically do you have to do to accomplish that? It’s just little things. It’s taking a good pad level every snap, good hand placement. It’s just little things. Not false stepping when I’m coming out of my stance and being able to produce week in and week out.

Elfin: A Defensive Breakdown Of Key Position Battles Heading Into Training Camp " CBS DC
The Redskins defense has undergone a massive overhaul over the last three seasons, gaining the quick, strong front seven necessary to operate the 3-4 defense in the process. But crippling holes on the D still remained after last season, forcing Coach Shanahan to acquire a new crop of competitors in the offseason to compete with some talent that could be on its way out.

Ranking the Top 10 Training Camp Position Battles | Fanspeak Washington Redskins Blog
1. Starting Safties: -The Redskins are replacing both of their starting safeties this season. While the favorites appear to be Brandon Meriweather and Tanard Jackson, there are serious questions surrounding both players. Returning players Reed Doughty, DeJon Gomes and veteran addition Madieu Williams will all get a shot to crack the line-up. Even if Meriweather and Jackson break camp as the starters, expect this battle to go on all season.

Washington Redskins: Brandon Meriweather Pleads No Contest To Ammended Charge In DUI Case " CBS DC
Washington Redskins safety Brandon Meriweather, who was originally charged with DWI on April 26, entered a no contest plea to an amended charge of reckless driving in Arlington County General Court on July 19.

Washington Redskins: Adam Carriker's Odd Preperation For Heat During Training Camp " CBS DC
When Washington Redskins defensive end Adam Carriker learned the team's heaviest training camp practice was moved to the afternoon he developed a rather odd and sweltering routine to prepare himself for the extreme heat.

Holden & Danny: NFL Network Analyst Says There’s More Pressure On Mike Shanahan Than RGIII " CBS DC
Eric Davis, a former All Pro and Superbowl XXIX winner with the San Francisco 49ers joined 'Holden and Danny' to discuss the expectations for the Redskins as they set to start training camp.

Osi Umenyiora says RGIII hasn’t earned his nickname
"Who is this RG3 guy you guys keep talking about?’’ Umenyiora said. "You talking about Bob Griffin? You guys are giving him a cool nickname already and everything. When he does anything in the NFL we’re gonna call him RG3. Right now he’s Bob Griffin.’’

Robert Griffin III : Interview on First day of Training Camp (7-25-2012) - YouTube

O’Hara: Washington Redskins’ RG3 should take baby steps - NFL.com
You don’t tug on Superman’s cape,you don’t question Bruce Dickenson, and you don’t second-guess how well Robert Griffin III will transition into the NFL.

The Redskins Blog | Video: The Offseason Of A Long Snapper

"You don’t think about (the pressure)," Sundberg said. "That’s why I practice as much as I do. Muscle memory is a crazy thing, and once you are able to just let your body take over and do it for you, it takes away all of the pressure."

Redskins positional review: Secondary | WashingtonExaminer.com
Projected starters: CB DeAngelo Hall, CB Josh Wilson, SS Brandon Meriweather, FS Tanard Jackson Key reserves: FS Madieu Williams, S Reed Doughty, S DeJon Gomes, CB Cedric Griffin, CB Kevin Barnes, CB Brandyn Thompson, CB Richard Crawford/S Jordan Bernstine.

Football Is Back At Redskins Park
"I made a couple of stops [at Redskins Park] over vacation, but this is my first time being here for the whole day," veteran Lorenzo Alexander said between meetings. "For me, getting back to work is really exciting." This is Alexander's seventh camp with the team, as he returns as one of the senior-most Redskins. "I’m ready to go," he said. "I’ve learned what I need to do and how to get through camp. It’s another year, another opportunity to go out and prove that I belong in this league, and for the team to come together and compete."

Mann: Do Redskins have right combo?

The 53: Who benefits from Minnifield's departure? - Rich Tandler's Real Redskins

The Redskins announced yesterday that they have released rookie free agent cornerback Chase Minnifield. His agent said that he reinjured the same knee on which he had microfracture surgery earlier this year. It was reported last week that Minnifield had been placed on the physically unable to perform list. Other teams will have 24 hours to claim Minnifield. If, as his agent believes, he goes unclaimed he will revert to the Redskins injured reserve list.

Need to know: Minnifield goes to Redskins IR

Here's what you need to know this morning including Chase Minnifield's status, the start of training camp, and today's Redskins chat.

RG3 quite a quarterback — and a pitcher, too - Washington Times

If at some time during the past three weeks you turned on your television, logged onto the Internet or breathed oxygen, you probably saw Robert Griffin III endorsing a product. Perhaps it was Gatorade sports drink or Subway sandwiches or a new model of Adidas cleats.

RG III Speaks, We Listen & Redskins Roster Moves

Robert Griffin III spoke with the media for about thirty minutes here at Redskins Park on Wednesday. It was the last time he will speak until Monday...

" 3 AM Thoughts: As Training Camp Dawns, Hope Needs to Return to Redskins Nation
What made me a Redskins fan wasn’t the Monday Night Miracle, or Sean Taylor, or the three Super Bowl wins. It wasn’t Clinton Portis. It wasn’t Santana Moss or Chris Cooley, or the shiny new left tackle Trent Williams. It was this guy. It was Anthony Armstrong. It was his whole story.

Robert Griffin III Headlines the 2012 All-Rookie Team

Quarterback Cam Newton was a freak of nature. The quarterback class this year has a lot to live up to. While it is doubtful that any of the incoming quarterbacks will get close to Newton's year last season, there is one who will have a good enough year. Robert Griffin III is the most notable. Griffin has landed in the best position. He will be passing to Santana Moss, Chris Cooley and Fred Davis. Griffin can hand the ball off to Roy Helu, Tim Hightower or Evan Royster. Mike Shanahan will model the offense around Griffin's talents, which include a rocket arm and the ability to run. Griffin won't reach Cam Newton's numbers but he will be productive. Honorable Mention: Andrew Luck

Washington Redskins Vs New Orleans Saints (Promo Video)
This weeks feature video is by RobVanDam72 once again as he brings us an early Washington Redskins vs. New Orleans Saints promo video.

Closing thought: RG3's marketing and his quest for respect - Washington Times

Some thoughts about Robert Griffin III's marketing exposure this summer and how he must proceed in earning his teammates' respect.

Griffin Ready, Relaxed for Start of Redskins Camp - NYTimes.com

Robert Griffin III's burgundy shirt read "No Pressure. No Diamonds."