Daily Slop: Bill Callahan thinks Redskins run game is just getting rolling; Doctson misses Thursday practice with heel injury

Mason Foster excited about ‘Monday Night Football’: ‘You’re going to remember that for the rest of your life’ - The Washington Post
The Redskins play in the NFL's signature weekly game Monday, as individual players get a moment in the spotlight.

Redskins’ Trent Williams returns to practice - The Washington Post
Washington's left tackle still hasn't practiced but looks to be on track to return this week following a small knee procedure during the bye week.

Redskins' Josh Norman sympathizes with contract situations of Earl Thomas, Le’Veon Bell - The Washington Post
Norman believes that players have to stand up for themselves at some point.

After bye week, Bill Callahan thinks Redskins run game is just getting rolling | Sports | richmond.com
ASHBURN - Three games have brought mixed results for the Washington Redskins run game, which will be one of the key indicators of the team's success this year.

Redskins Defensive Players Know They Have A Tall-Task Ahead In New Orleans
The Saints boast several dynamic playmakers on offense, as quarterback Drew Brees closes in on the all-time passing record.

You should know these numbers before Redskins-Saints | NBC Sports Washington
From the 'Skins record in the Superdome to a stat about the Saints' offense, these are the important numbers to know before Week 5's showdown.

Is the Redskins defense for real? It’s time to find out. - The Washington Post
Early season stats can be deceiving, but a trip to New Orleans should be telling.

How to tackle Saints’ Alvin Kamara? Redskins are still trying to figure that out. - The Washington Post
Saints running back Alvin Kamara is one of the league's most dangerous players. The Redskins are trying to figure out a way to stop him before their game on Monday night.

Creating better NFL pass blocking, pass rushing stats - Analytics explainer, FAQ on how they work
ESPN Analytics created a new way to measure the pass-block and pass-rush performance of individual NFL players. Here's what you need to know.

Chris Thompson has overcome more than just injuries - Washington Times
The look on Chris Thompson's face said it all. Eleven months ago, after the Redskins' 34-31 overtime loss to the New Orleans Saints, the running back sat in a chair in the bowels of the Mercedes-Benz Superdome -- staring off in the distance, crutches resting on his shoulders with a boot around his right leg.

Alex Smith once outdueled Drew Brees for a seismic victory - Washington Redskins Blog- ESPN
There's a lot of mutual admiration from the Saints' Brees and the Redskins' Smith, whose career was defined by a playoff win after the 2011 season.

Need to Know: Redskins vs. Saints tale of the tape | NBC Sports Washington
Need to Know: How do the Redskins stack up against the Saints? Tandler takes a position-by-position look.

Redskins’ second-half TD drought can be traced too many third-and-long situations | NBC Sports Washington
The Redskins have been unable to score a touchdown in the second halves of their three games. Rich Tandler takes a closer look to find out why.

Bill Callahan provides updates on three key Redskins linemen | NBC Sports Washington
Redskins' offensive line coach Bill Callahan provides insight into how the O-line is preparing ahead of Week 5.

Redskins WR Josh Doctson misses Thursday practice with heel injury | NBC Sports Washington
Redskins wide receiver Josh Doctson was out of practice with an injury on Thursday, leaving his status for the team’s Monday night game in New Orleans up in the air.