Redskins Training Camp Day 8: Keenan Robinson Presser

Returning after back to back season-ending injuries:

Keenan Robinson said he used his past year and a half to prepare mentally as he recovered from two season-ending pectoral injuries.

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#Redskins presser: K Robinson "it was almost like Christmas" putting the pads on again for #SkinsCamp

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Robinson said the last time he put on pads prior to Monday's practice was Thanksgiving game 2012 vs. Dallas. "It was like Christmas for me."

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Patriots practices:

Keenan on practicing vs #Patriots "it will bring out more competition." #Redskins

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Robinson said practicing vs. the Patriots "brings out more competition." "We take pride. We want to show we're the more physical team."

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Redskins defense:

Kennan Robinson at #Redskins presser: "We want to show we can be a dominant defense". #HTTR #SkinsCamp

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Coaching staff:

"Coaches trust me because I've been here" for three seasons. Said he knows the D as well as anybody on the team. #HTTR #Redskins

— Son of Washington (@SonofWashington) August 1, 2014

#Redskins MLB Keenan Robinson grateful DC Haslett stuck with him thru 18 mos recovery from injury; expects duty covering bigger TEs

— Liz Clarke (@lizclarketweet) August 1, 2014

Responsibilities on the defense:

Robinson said he feels he can excel in coverage, particularly against tight ends; has been matched up vs. Jordan Reed in practices.

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