The Daily Twitter will be posted at the beginning of every day (at midnight in Washington, DC). The goal is to give readers a handy spot to check the Redskins beat writers & bloggers, and national sports journalists to keep up on the latest news about the Redskins, the NFL, and sports in general.
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The field goal is about 5 yards short and the #Texans will hang on to win 23-21.
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 18, 2018
Valiant effort and a quick turnaround to Thursday. The holding penalty at the end hurt a lot.
Absolute rollercoaster of a game.
"Knowing the type of guy he is, I think he'll bounce back."
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) November 18, 2018
Wishing you a speedy recovery, QB1. pic.twitter.com/y9fVXcEVvZ
We have some breaking news regarding Alex Smith. The #Redskins QB will have emergency surgery to repair a tibia/fibula injury. @JockToDoc breaks down what caused the emergency procedure #FantasyZone pic.twitter.com/C4MKHzmc7f
— Red Zone Channel (@RedZoneChannel) November 18, 2018
Being live on site is a really, really fantastic idea. But we probably don't need foam finger guy while Joe re-lives the worst moment of his life. pic.twitter.com/voeXazgAp5
— michael phillips (@michaelpRTD) November 18, 2018
More Jay Gruden on Alex Smith. #Redskins #HOUvsWAS pic.twitter.com/oDDCHeJLAj
— Tarik El-Bashir (@Tarik_ElBashir) November 18, 2018
Here’s Jay Gruden on Colt McCoy, who went 6 of 12 for 54 yards and a touchdown Sunday in relief of Alex Smith. McCoy also gained 35 yards on 5 carries. #Redskins pic.twitter.com/TTtfid6IhK
— Tarik El-Bashir (@Tarik_ElBashir) November 18, 2018
Wishing the best to Alex Smith. No analysis right now. Say what you want. He's a leader. A class act. A football player.
— Riggo's Rag (@RiggosRag) November 18, 2018
Onward.
With one healthy quarterback on the roster, the #Redskins are bringing in 4-5 free agent QBs, Jay Gruden said. “Hopefully they are on a plane right now,” he said.
— Tarik El-Bashir (@Tarik_ElBashir) November 18, 2018
The Redskins also will bring in Kellen Clemens and Josh Johnson to work out Monday, per source. They'll join Mark Sanchez, T.J. Yates and E.J. Manuel. The Redskins lost Alex Smith for the season Sunday with a broken leg.
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 19, 2018
https://t.co/Yu8V83qe38
Chase Roullier on Colt McCoy: "Colt's always ready. Colt is the strongest competitor I think I've ever seen. He's ready to go on any snap. He prepares like a starter every day. I have all the confidence in Colt going out there."
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 19, 2018
I told Tony Bergstrom it's rare to see both benches empty to go over to a player heading off on a cart, as happened with Alex Smith today. Bergstrom said, "He's just so highly respected. Everyone loves and respects Alex. I'm not that surprised about it."
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 19, 2018
Legit question. I bet Skins wish they still had him https://t.co/SpXk4bV5oX
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) November 19, 2018
My orthopod buddy says—assuming "straightforward" tib/fib (shaft, not intra-articular, no complix)—he should be running in six months and good chance he can start next season on time. I was surprised to hear that. https://t.co/hnza6OqiaH
— Burgundy Blog (@BurgundyBlog) November 19, 2018
Redskins' Smith breaks leg, 33 years to day Theismann broke his... Theismann was there; here's what he said about it (along with teammates) https://t.co/b604hbTDnZ
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 19, 2018
The 'Skins won't reach out to Colin Kaepernick in their search for backup QB, per report. https://t.co/0MDIGk2Xs6 pic.twitter.com/EG2QwFVV1u
— NBC Sports Redskins (@NBCSRedskins) November 19, 2018
— Daniel Shiferaw (@dshif) November 19, 2018
Alex Smith's two interception performance today was just his second since 2015. His ball security and turnover avoiding ways will be missed more than anything else by the #Redskins
— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) November 19, 2018
On Mark Sanchez, remember reports before his draft that Dan Snyder loved him and tried to trade up for him but the Jets beat them out. https://t.co/syPE6sqc7Y pic.twitter.com/OktGq2sRPX
— Mark Bullock (@MarkBullockNFL) November 19, 2018
Here’s the full Gruden quote on what he’s looking for in a backup this week.
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 19, 2018
I think this week it will be that. Next week could be a very different story with the 11 day break. pic.twitter.com/YvirOacgg3
Gruden said familiarity will be key. I believe that puts Sanchez in the driver’s seat as he would’ve been in New York with Cavanaugh. He was also in Dallas under Garrett which could (?) help with scout team on a short week. @RapSheet said Kellen Clemens also on the list. https://t.co/sJBl3qE3VQ
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 19, 2018
No wonder Mark Sanchez working out for Redskins: Three Redskins assts connected to Sanchez’s NFL career. OC Matt Cavanaugh was Jets’ QB Coach 2009-2012. OL Coach Bill Callahan was Jets’ OL Coach 2008-2011. Passing Game Coordinator Kevin O’Connell was Jets’ backup QB 2009-2010.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 19, 2018
Money guaranteed at signing:
— Justis Mosqueda (@JuMosq) November 19, 2018
Alex Smith: $55 million
Aaron Donald: $50 million
Von Miller: $42 million
Jimmy Garoppolo: $41.7 million
Cam Newton $41 million
Let's not pretend Washington thought Alex Smith and Colt McCoy was a tossup. They didn't act like it
So many questions about QB for 2019 and beyond - remember this - Redskins are in first place right now. This season is what Ashburn is focused on. This season. January.
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) November 19, 2018
Lotta folks have asked - Kevin Hogan is the Broncos backup QB. Skins cant go get him
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) November 19, 2018
I don't think it'll be a huge name. This is Colt's show. Took only one half to show no one is going to understand and execute this offense better than McCoy when joining mid-season. Hard to duplicate his experience in system. Just needs to stay composed.
— Paul Conner (@P_ConnerJr) November 18, 2018
This is not only what I wrote, but includes what I said on our post-game show.
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 19, 2018
In many ways it’s the same as what Colt said. I’m sick for Alex, but I’m excited to see what McCoy can do. https://t.co/WeB6DnWf2I
Jay Gruden was asked about where his mind goes after losing his QB for the year and the craziness of today's game: "To Dallas. We're excited about it." The NFL man. It's a train and it does not slow down for anybody.
— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) November 18, 2018
Colt: “I’m more mature. I played my first three years in the league as a young guy...but I think I’ve grown up a lot. I’m very well coached. I’m gonna just go out there and compete and make good decisions and let the cards fall where they may.”
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 18, 2018
McCoy says he hasn’t taken a snap in practice with the first team in 3-4 years.
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 18, 2018
When the call came in on his first play (read option) he said “oh boy, where’s my mouth piece? Guess it’s a run play.”
Just for the hell of it, last time Colt McCoy played the Cowboys in prime time, he did this #Redskins pic.twitter.com/JKUKKP5mPV
— Mark Bullock (@MarkBullockNFL) November 18, 2018
Redskins need to win Thursday. I still haven't gotten over Clint Longley ruining my Thanksgiving in the 70s. Don't do it again....
— Dave Scarangella (@DullesDistrict) November 18, 2018
.@J_No24 on Colt McCoy: "He broke it down, You're in good hands with me...We're all behind him fired up and ready to go." pic.twitter.com/2K7SHdItLK
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) November 19, 2018
.@Mason_Foster: "It sucks, but you gotta get right back to it." pic.twitter.com/EWoCQmAZKe
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) November 18, 2018
“The bottom line is I just didn’t hit the ball I needed to hit to give it a shot.” #Redskins kicker Dustin Hopkins, who missed a last second field goal attempt from 63 yards out. He also talked about the changing wind and the decision to give it a try. #HOUvsWAS pic.twitter.com/DTIfeq71ce
— Tarik El-Bashir (@Tarik_ElBashir) November 18, 2018
“It was the worst feeling. I actually seen the play. I knew immediately.” — Adrian Peterson on Alex Smith’s gruesome leg injury. #Redskins #HOUvsWAS pic.twitter.com/MZSbnKiUzr
— Tarik El-Bashir (@Tarik_ElBashir) November 18, 2018
One other locker room note - DJ Swearinger left without speaking after the game.
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 18, 2018
Washington QB Colt McCoy addressed the team in the locker room briefly after the game and told his teammates, "You're in good hands with me."
— Dan Graziano (@DanGrazianoESPN) November 18, 2018
I can’t believe how hard this team fought. This game feels like a blur outside the final sequences but if I’m a fan of this team, I’d be proud.
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 18, 2018
With the week they had and the unconscionable adversity of today, to play like that and come that close isn’t nothing. That’s just me
Houston 23, Washington 21. Dallas is 5-5. Washington 6-4. Dallas week suddenly looms large. And it will be a short week for Dallas and Washington. How 'bout that? See you Thanksgiving Day.
— Paul Woody (@World_of_Woody) November 18, 2018
#Texans win 23-21. #Redskins fall to 6-4 and will be in Dallas on Thanksgiving. This game had it all
— George Wallace (@GWallaceWTOP) November 18, 2018
Jordan Reed said he or Trey Quinn would be the emergency QB in a situation like that. So did coaches say who was up next? Reed: “Nah man. We didn’t want to put that in the atmosphere.” #Redskins
— Brian McNally (@bmcnally14) November 18, 2018
J.J. Watt on Alex Smith: "We're all gutted for Alex. You go out there and play this game and you know the risks going into it, but you never want to see anybody hurt or injured, especially out for the year. It sucks. It's the worst part of the game. Just wish him all the best."
— Tarik El-Bashir (@Tarik_ElBashir) November 18, 2018
The Alex Smith injury is devastating but 11 years ago Todd Collins came off the bench to lead the Redskins to a 4-0 finish and a playoff appearance. Colt McCoy is getting a long-awaited shot. #Redskins
— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) November 18, 2018
Joe Theismann 'so upset' for Alex Smith after leg injury (@romanstubbs) https://t.co/xi8sWfv8h6
— Kareem Copeland (@kareemcopeland) November 19, 2018
I wonder what anniversary is on Thursday that could benefit the Skins. Enough of the Joey T-Alex thing. #redskins
— Chick Hernandez (@MrChickSports) November 18, 2018
Another weird thing:
— Kyle Madson (@KyleAMadson) November 18, 2018
There have been 53 games in NFL history with a 23-21 final.
Three of them have come on November 18.
Washington was involved in all three of them. https://t.co/9fnat5HCMZ
Thankfully, the emergency quarterback was not needed today. But two Redskins were ready if their number was called. https://t.co/yhKPRqBtKo pic.twitter.com/DRYxY5FqjZ
— NBC Sports Redskins (@NBCSRedskins) November 19, 2018
Alex/Colt is biggest item from game obviously. But what really has become alarming is #Redskins' run defense. Has gone from much improved to now having struggled with bad rushing offenses in three straight games. And the defense is mostly healthy.
— Al Galdi (@AlGaldi) November 19, 2018
Cowboys open as 8-point favorites on Thanksgiving. Get yourself a Colt McCoy Christmas bonus.
— michael phillips (@michaelpRTD) November 19, 2018
I was gonna wait until the morning, but I couldn't help myself.
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 19, 2018
This is pass interference and it not being called as such is absolutely atrocious. Jackson is all over @JDoc_son WAY before the ball was there. It was at least the 3rd non-call on Doctson on the day. pic.twitter.com/c7SuqOz2cP
Still don’t know how Josh Norman was called for PI yet Josh Doctson got mugged by two Texans and the ref swallowed that whistle! #redskins
— Chick Hernandez (@MrChickSports) November 18, 2018
I also think it's important to say the Redskins could've made plenty more plays to win the game. No one call or one play exclusively changes the outcome, however this is the difference between at 62 yard field goal and a 31 yard field goal for the win. That's pretty f'n important
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 19, 2018
No call on Doctson was insane after the #tickytack holding on Norman. Like the way the @Redskins responded but tough loss
— Chris Cooley (@thecooleyzone) November 18, 2018
Gruden on the Norman hold:
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 18, 2018
“I never get an explanation from the referees. I don’t want them.”
No one was more surprised by that final holding call than Norman himself. https://t.co/ZTAtVnqled pic.twitter.com/n8lCxzXWsn
— NBC Sports Redskins (@NBCSRedskins) November 19, 2018
When you combine the phantom holding call on Josh Norman with the blatant no DPI call on Josh Doctson being man-handled at the end of the game, you can understand why #Redskins fans are feeling a bit aggrieved right now...
— Chad Ryan (@ChadwikoRCC) November 18, 2018
I need a drink.
— Burgundy Blog (@BurgundyBlog) November 18, 2018
Adrian Peterson on passing John Riggins for sixth place on the all-time touchdown rushing list: "It's a great accomplishment. What are the odds I'm here and pass him at home? But it's bittersweet when you lose Alex [Smith] and you lose a close game like... https://t.co/id6bXAPSPv
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 19, 2018
If he retires, pretty sure the whole balance comes off the books. But I wouldn't expect him to walk away from that much cheddar. https://t.co/faQomGAIp6
— Burgundy Blog (@BurgundyBlog) November 19, 2018
"What an atmosphere, right?"@J_No24 and the Redskins felt the love against Houston pic.twitter.com/2KUZ75WGbU
— NBC Sports Redskins (@NBCSRedskins) November 19, 2018
No we didn’t get the W today, just way ball rolls sometimes. BUT #FEDExFIELD You guys Was ROCK’N!! Today That Atmosphere was Electrifying! We Fed-off you guys
— *Joshua R. Norman (@J_No24) November 18, 2018
All-day.. BigUp’s we salute ya’ll in a Big way! Now onto Dallas &Furthering this divisional Title race. HTTR
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S/o to all the skins fans that showed up and showed out at fed ex!!
— Ryan Anderson (@_ryananderson22) November 18, 2018
Might not have been the outcome we wanted but God gets all the glory. Win or loss!! #PrayingForAlex
— Jonathan Allen (@jonallen93_) November 18, 2018
BTW, the #Redskins have new NFLPA reps: Nick Sundberg is the main team rep, replacing Josh Norman. The new alternates are Tress Way, Jonathan Allen and Matt Ioannidis.
— Tarik El-Bashir (@Tarik_ElBashir) November 18, 2018
Odell: “The goal is to win every game. Six games left.” #TBvsNYG
— New York Giants (@Giants) November 18, 2018
Is Lamar Jackson running Joe Flacco out of a job? Maybe. But he did run the Ravens back into playoff contention Sunday... https://t.co/Z1hArjQu5h
— MarkMaske (@MarkMaske) November 19, 2018
Week 10 passing stats. Drew Brees with remarkable stats today, and Carson Wentz had the worst game of the week. That's a good formula for a blowout. #weeklyanya pic.twitter.com/aNiI8vNSI4
— Football Perspective (@fbgchase) November 19, 2018
— CoachMason504boy⚜️ (@MrMason_81) November 18, 2018
Have to feel a little bit better about Skins getting destroyed by Saints on MNF. Eagles currently getting dismantled 44-7. NOLA offense is an absolute juggernaught this year
— Hogs Haven (@HogsHaven) November 18, 2018
This Saints offense is just unreal, they just beat you a variety of ways. Honestly, had this team wanted to they could have scored so many more points in these blowouts.
— Steve Shoup (@Steveospeak) November 18, 2018
Khalil Mack is a fuh-reek. pic.twitter.com/DGkwZdMIME
— Matt Norlander (@MattNorlander) November 19, 2018
Kirk WYD?!?
— Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) November 19, 2018
(via @NFL)pic.twitter.com/8DSsjqFhgm
Sometimes Cousins just does inexplicable things. It was so weird covering him here and every few games he’d make a throw where you just had no idea what he saw.
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 19, 2018
Idk if that was a throwaway and he never saw the safety or a miscommunication or what. Total head scratcher. #SNF
I just hope Kurt isn’t even in the playoffs
— Patrick (@PDub_72) November 18, 2018
Vikings fans sixth months ago: "You wasted Kirk Cousins' talent!"
— Chad Ryan (@ChadwikoRCC) November 19, 2018
Vikings fans tonight: "Oh..."