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Keenan Robinson Injury:
Gruden: Keenan Robinson (sore Achilles) was held out of practice today; is day to day.
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) August 18, 2015
Keenan Robinson nursing a sore Achilles' tendon so he didn't practice. Hoping he can play.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) August 18, 2015
DeSean Jackson/Jamison Crowder Injuries:
Hall, Crowder still uncertain for Thursday, Gruden said.
— Zac Boyer (@ZacBoyer) August 18, 2015
Crowder practiced some today but Gruden says he probably won't play Thursday
— John Keim (@john_keim) August 18, 2015
Robert Griffin III's interview:
Gruden on Robert Griffin III's comments Monday: "I think all players want to strive to be the best. ... Robert has high goals for himself."
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) August 18, 2015
Gruden on Griffin: "I didn't really make a lot out of it. You guys did. Everyone strives to be the best."
— Zac Boyer (@ZacBoyer) August 18, 2015
Skins QB RG3 says it's unfortunate some twist his words to get headline clicks; says he knows what he meant in saying he feels best QB
— Liz Clarke (@lizclarketweet) August 18, 2015
#2 QB Battle:
Gruden says it continues to be an "open competition" between McCoy and Cousins at No. 2 QB; McCoy to get first crack Thursday vs. DET.
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) August 18, 2015
Jordan Reed:
Gruden said the team is hoping TE Jordan Reed (hamstring) will be ready for Week 3 of the preseason vs. Baltimore.
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) August 18, 2015
On Jordan Reed: Jay Gruden "doesn't think he would" be able to play if this was a regular season game. Not necessarily a precaution he's out
— Brian McNally (@bmcnally14) August 18, 2015
Gruden: Jordan Reed is a big part of our offense. We have to get him right. Maybe the Baltimore game he will play. #Redskins #HTTR
— Lake Lewis Jr (@LakeLewis) August 18, 2015
Matt Jones:
Gruden on what role he envisages as Matt Jones: "More of a relief back. Take some load off Alfred from time to time. Alfred's doing so good"
— Chadwiko Menendez (@ChadwikoRCC) August 18, 2015
Chris Thompson:
Gruden also says "Chris Thompson is doing great. Both in returns but also on regular downs." RCC has Morris/Jones/Thompson as the 3 RBs.
— Chadwiko Menendez (@ChadwikoRCC) August 18, 2015
Gruden says Chris Thompson doing "excellent" as a third down back.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) August 18, 2015
Starters playing time vs Lions
Gruden said he expects starters to play "the first quarter, maybe a little longer" Thursday vs. Detroit.
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) August 18, 2015
Gruden still unsure how long his starters will play Thursday. Depends on how many plays they get. Said first quarter and maybe longer.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) August 18, 2015
Ryan Grant Hype!:
Gruden on the younger receivers: "Ryan Grant is one of my favorites." #Redskins
— Chadwiko Menendez (@ChadwikoRCC) August 18, 2015