Redskins Practice 9/23: Jay Gruden Presser

Offense and Defense Top 5 in NFL:

Gruden: "I learned a long time ago that statistics don't mean squat... I'd rather be last in everything and be 3-0."

— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) September 23, 2014

Giants game on Thursday:

Gruden on playing against the Giants Thursday night: "They're starting to gain confidence and momentum."

— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) September 23, 2014

Gruden on Thursday Night Football game: "It's a home game, and we make a big deal about our home games. ... We've gotta get after it."

— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) September 23, 2014

Gruden said prep for the #Giants began in the offseason. They knew the short week was coming, obviously.

— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) September 23, 2014

Gruden on short wk: "We're going through the same process--we've just got to do it a little bit faster." Jokes he's "a little bit jittery."

— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) September 23, 2014

Coach Gruden says he's averaging 2 hours of sleep. Short weeks are hard on everyone. #Redskins

— Dianna Marie Russini (@NBCdianna) September 23, 2014

Shawn Lauvao downgraded:

Gruden: G Shawn Lauvao did not practice today due to additional swelling in his knee; will get checked out more tomorrow.

— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) September 23, 2014

Tracy Porter:

Gruden said he hopes CB Tracy Porter can play Thursday vs. the Giants. Will use next couple days to evaluate; likely a gametime decision.

— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) September 23, 2014

Josh LeRibeus:

Gruden said OL Josh LeRibeus would get the start at left guard if Shawn Lauvao is unable to go Thursday vs. the Giants.

— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) September 23, 2014

Skins coach Jay Gruden says he's confident J LeRibeus can step in again at LG with no drop off if Lauvao can't play Thu v Giants

— Liz Clarke (@lizclarketweet) September 23, 2014