Daily Slop: Martrell Spaight Feels Dramatic Growth In Game; Facing Suh and Wake, Young Skins' O-line Must Grow up Quickly

Washington Redskins' Ricky Jean Francois recalls first-game nerves - Washington Redskins Blog - ESPN
Washington Redskins defensive tackle Ricky Jean Francois knows what the rookies and anyone else playing in an NFL game for the first time will feel.

Facing Suh and Wake, young Skins' O-line must grow up quickly | CSN Mid-Atlantic
Kirk Cousins to thrive Sunday, he'll need a big performance from the young right side of the Redskins' O-line.

Ryan Kerrigan Tops Jersey Sales In Both Virginia And Maryland
Ryan Kerrigan not only leads Virginia and Maryland in jersey sales, but he's one of only three defensive players to lead any state in this category.

LOVERRO: Jay Gruden's willingness to forgive Kirk Cousins for mistakes a rarity - Washington Times
After little more than offseason workouts, training camp and a few preseason games, Gruden changed his mind about Cousins, a player who he buried last year without giving him another chance.

Martrell Spaight Feels Dramatic Growth In Game
A rookie linebacker who can lay the lumber on any given play, Martrell Spaight feels he's grown exponentially since being drafted. Sunday will give him his first true test.

Redskins Counting On Jordan Reed To Produce
Despite recent history dealing with a string of injuries, the Redskins are confident Jordan Reed can carry the bulk of the load from the tight end position this season.

Kirk Cousins must connect with DeSean Jackson, improve third downs - Washington Redskins Blog - ESPN
Kirk Cousins had a 100.7 passer rating when throwing to DeSean Jackson last season. Will he look Jackson's way more in 2015?

Barry is impressed with Goldson's leadership | CSN Mid-Atlantic
Joe Barry is impressed with Dashon Goldson's leadership and wants to use him as an example for younger players.

Washington Redskins still awaiting word on QB Robert Griffin III - Washington Redskins Blog - ESPN
Redskins backup quarterback Robert Griffin III underwent more tests by an independent neurologist Tuesday.

Washington Redskins TE Jordan Reed faces intriguing matchup vs. Miami - Washington Redskins Blog - ESPN
Redskins tight end Jordan Reed's matchups with Miami's linebackers will be something to watch in Sunday's game.