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Alex Smith had his scheduled presser before today's practice and talked about issues on the offense, Adrian Peterson, Jordan Reed, and more. He was joined by the newest member of the Washington Redskins, safety Ha Ha Clinton-Dix. HHCD was picked up yesterday from the Packers for a 4th round pick next year. He said everything you'd want to hear from a newly acquired player, and is ready to play right now.
Alex Smith Presser
Situational football:
Smith says #Redskins are analayzing everything on the offense but the situational stuff stands out. Red zones and 3rd downs
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) October 31, 2018
Ha Ha Clinton-Dix:
Smith says Clinton-Dix is a good player, has a lot of tools.
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) October 31, 2018
Alex Smith at the podium now. Smith on Clinton-Dix: “You need a player like that, a bit of a jack of all trades.”
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) October 31, 2018
Adrian Peterson:
Smith said Peterson is getting the chance to do things he hasn’t been asked to do in the past, running out of the gun and catching passes.
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) October 31, 2018
Jordan Reed:
Alex Smith says “without a doubt” he and Jordan Reed can get to another level. Says neither QB or TE is “content” with their connection so far
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) October 31, 2018
Alex Smith’s eyes lit up when asked if he and Jordan Reed can do more as a quarterback-tight end combination: “no question!” He said
— Les Carpenter (@Lescarpenter) October 31, 2018
Cautious:
Smith says he “can’t think of a single situation” where he was too cautious. Says he’s missed stuff bc of reads or other factors, but not because of overly cautious
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) October 31, 2018
Smith said he hasn’t been conservative this year. He said if he’s missed throws, it’s not because he’s worried about turning the ball over.
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) October 31, 2018
Ha Ha Clinton-Dix Presser
Redskins:
Clinton-Dix on Redskins: “I’m so excited to be here. You don’t even understand.”
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) October 31, 2018
Sean Taylor:
Clinton-Dix: “My emotions are high. I’m at a place that I love. I love Sean Taylor.” #Redskins pic.twitter.com/qdI6wDA8Y3
— George Wallace (@GWallaceWTOP) October 31, 2018
.@haha_cd6: "I'm excited about a new start. I'm at a place where I love. I love Sean Taylor...My eyes light up every time I play here...I'm happy to be a part of this organization and I'm ready to keep this thing going."
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) October 31, 2018
Ha Ha Clinton-Dix says he’s excited for a new start with Washington. pic.twitter.com/mSA8miorbm
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) October 31, 2018
“There’s no way I can be Sean Taylor but it’s somebody I can look up to”
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) October 31, 2018
Clinton-Dix on Sean Taylor: “He was a leader. He didn’t talk. He led by example. I look up to him and model my game after him.” #Redskins
— George Wallace (@GWallaceWTOP) October 31, 2018
D.J. Swearinger:
Clinton-Dix says he really likes and respects Swearinger. Thinks he can add leadership and hustle.
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) October 31, 2018
.@haha_cd6 on he and @JungleBoi_Swagg: "Two men who love this game."
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) October 31, 2018
Clinton-Dix worked out with Swearinger this off-season. He says it was two guys who are wired the same way who went “balls to the wall” this off-season.
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) October 31, 2018
Effort:
Believes he can show effort. “You can’t control effort.”
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) October 31, 2018
Change:
“It’s a blessing. Everything happens for a reason...one thing I was always was told is be ready for change.” -Clinton-Dix
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) October 31, 2018
Playing at FedEx Field:
Ha Ha Clinton-Dix: “My eyes light up every time I play here...” #redskins pic.twitter.com/2zNuTbJxZL
— Kareem Copeland (@kareemcopeland) October 31, 2018
Redskins band:
Clinton-Dix even loves the Redskins band. Says he always thanked them as a Packer visiting FedEx.
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) October 31, 2018
Playing vs Falcons:
I asked Clinton-Dix if he’s going to play this weekend. He unequivocally made clear he will be on the field against Atlanta.
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) October 31, 2018
Ha Ha Clinton-Dix said he plans to play Sunday, however he can get on the field. “I’m ready to put on a show.” #redskins pic.twitter.com/XfWMrouTHV
— Kareem Copeland (@kareemcopeland) October 31, 2018
#20:
Clinton-Dix says he came here to work, even if it’s on special teams. “#20 will be out there this weekend.”
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) October 31, 2018
Guess he’s also wearing 20.