The Daily Twitter: 17 January 2019

Funny story. When AP was on his visit here I introduced myself to him and assumed he knew who I was based off how well I had played the previous season. As we were talking he said, “you play cornerback?” My heart dropped.

— Chris Thompson (@ChrisThompson_4) January 16, 2019

Redskins LB's coach Kirk Olivadotti was granted permission to interview for the same job with the Green Bay Packers, sources say. Could be the second Redskins assistant under contract to leave for another organization.

— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) January 16, 2019

Everyone wants out...I wonder why..... #Redskins https://t.co/8PWDa6W3ZM

— Chris Russell (@Russellmania621) January 16, 2019

Redskins’ offseason so far pic.twitter.com/JL0ZiXiRp8

— Hogs Haven (@HogsHaven) January 16, 2019

It’s fine, everything is fine https://t.co/JmzNwWvxgJ

— Hogs Haven (@HogsHaven) January 16, 2019

Kirk Olivadotti is in his second stint with the Redskins. He was with the team from 2000 to 2010, when he worked briefly with new Packers HC Matt LaFleur. He has been with the team for a second run since 2014.

— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) January 16, 2019

K.O. has stayed through multiple staffs. As there has been DC turnover, he's been there to tie things together.

Having those translators is valuable. Then again, it looks like there won't be a DC change so not as necessary. Good coach though. https://t.co/rA556AJHK5

— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) January 16, 2019

Finding replacements for all these coaches that want out won’t be easy for the #Redskins... https://t.co/ziXCZr7670

— Mark Bullock (@MarkBullockNFL) January 16, 2019

Zac Taylor . The soon to be HC for the Bengals wants Bill Callahan on his staff . Fun fact , Bill Callahan was his HC in college.@reshmanuel tweeted that nugget a while back . Expect the skins to block it but who knows when the time comes . Callahan is not happy here.

— Jsteelz (@jsteelznskins) January 16, 2019

Per @JuMosq's work, the options out there are just unreal right now. pic.twitter.com/PZBP43x5ag

— Luke Braun (@LukeBraunNFL) January 15, 2019

I'm not sure moving on is bad in general, but replacing him amid all the chaos might be problematic.

— Breaking Burgundy 2.0 (@TSCRedskins) January 16, 2019

#Redskins announcing Greg Manusky as defensive coordinator.... Again.

And Manusky's reaction to the news pic.twitter.com/GmuQ5lcTbc

— Paul Conner (@P_ConnerJr) January 17, 2019

Awkward.

That's one very good way to describe the fact that the #Redskins are keeping Greg Manusky: https://t.co/5C6fXfO9Sb pic.twitter.com/8uJhzdPSEo

— NBC Sports Redskins (@NBCSRedskins) January 17, 2019

I said perhaps that's why he originally wanted out, because he thought Manusky would be let go/blamed unfairly.

I don't know why he wanted out.

You don't know what people do or want, so before you get on your high horse and hammer me, just realize you don't know either. - https://t.co/9W9AaH2knp

— Chris Russell (@Russellmania621) January 17, 2019

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— Burgundy Blog (@BurgundyBlog) January 16, 2019

Told this morning that they were just going thru interviews to see how they could better help GM. However: bottom line is they pursued 3 people hired as DCs elsewhere. Weren’t just talking to pick their brains. https://t.co/CL6X6Gleil

— John Keim (@john_keim) January 16, 2019

Whoever it was that spoke to @PostSports on behalf of the #Redskins and said that Jay Gruden and team was just looking for " “different perspectives” when talking to Gregg Williams, Steve Wilks and Todd Bowles - could not have possibly kept a straight face when saying that.

— Chris Russell (@Russellmania621) January 16, 2019

Can’t imagine what the last two weeks were like for Manusky. https://t.co/HgWNWqQYKI

— Mike Jones (@ByMikeJones) January 16, 2019

I know DJ Swearinger is relieved

— manny benton (@manny_benton) January 16, 2019

Skins have to sell this a certain way because it would look bad otherwise. Players need to believe In the message. Will they? Some will because they always did. Others? Dunno.

— John Keim (@john_keim) January 16, 2019

The #Redskins lack of appeal, among both outside coaching candidates and their own coaches, *should* be a wakeup call for the front office:https://t.co/v2r3mlJ6BV

— Riggo's Rag (@RiggosRag) January 16, 2019

An NFL owner gave a 34-min press conference Tues & spoke frankly about his disappointment over a 7-9 season & defensive struggles, voiced concern for his QB’s health & shared a vision for new facilities. It wasn't Dan Snyder. #CarolinaPanthers#DavidTepper#StraightShooter https://t.co/ptoEALbC6S

— Liz Clarke (@lizclarketweet) January 16, 2019

It's the inside linebacker's turn on our #Redskins positional review on @TheAthleticDC. It's a position that is somewhat up in the air. https://t.co/n8DanUJoCg pic.twitter.com/GIjuQhRmZ9

— Mark Bullock (@MarkBullockNFL) January 16, 2019

Well, this is amazing stuff https://t.co/1ddmmc4wES

— Mark Bullock (@MarkBullockNFL) January 16, 2019

You know who loves Jim Tomsula?

Jonathan Allen. pic.twitter.com/DTb4GJbL2z

— NBC Sports Redskins (@NBCSRedskins) January 16, 2019

Build around this man. https://t.co/w2NFreMq09

— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) January 16, 2019

Allen is one of the so very few bright spots that the #Redskins have to build around. Hopefully they don't poison his mind. https://t.co/c3oncH73Wu

— Chris Russell (@Russellmania621) January 16, 2019

I don’t understand how people get big and famous and think they’re too good to talk to others that may not be as big

— 2️⃣9️⃣ (@DhaSickest) January 17, 2019

Top 25 free agents by @greggrosenthal includes both Preston Smith and Ha Ha Clinton-Dix. Thinks Smith could be in line for a significant payday. #Redskins https://t.co/0TM8mNiMDO

— Kareem Copeland (@kareemcopeland) January 16, 2019

#Giants put on a clinic on how to force high-end veteran talent out the door & replace it with free agent mediocrities & busts. Depressing but worthwhile read here on 2018's outgoing vets via @DDuggan21: https://t.co/5HBPjWg4na

— Evan Silva (@evansilva) January 16, 2019

Blows my mind this is even becoming a thing. Foles did some historic things and that's amazing, and there's also no doubt Wentz > Foles. I still can't figure out if some people are being disingenuous for sake of conversation or really believe otherwise.

— Frank Schwab (@YahooSchwab) January 16, 2019

Aaron Donald had an #NFL-record 20.5 sacks from his DT position this season for the #Rams. Interestingly, no opponent recovered from a Donald sack to score a touchdown on any of those possessions. None.

— Ed Werder (@EdwerderRFA) January 16, 2019

John DeFilippo set to become new #Jaguars offensive coordinator, @RapSheet says.

— Pro Football Weekly (@PFWeekly) January 16, 2019

Weird to see them give up on Fournette so early https://t.co/3bRHMJcpAW

— Arif Hasan (@ArifHasanNFL) January 16, 2019

Started his NFL coaching career as a quality control coach for Tom Coughlin with the #Giants. Now rejoins him in Jacksonville. https://t.co/yhpi5cm56o

— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) January 16, 2019

Bills LB Lorenzo Alexander on re-signing with the team: "The team wanted me back. They feel I'm an important part of the team from a leadership role....and for me it was important to get something done early....to know where I was going to be, my kids in school...."

— Sal Capaccio (@SalSports) January 16, 2019

Alexander on 2019: "If you ask me today this will be my last year."

— Sal Capaccio (@SalSports) January 16, 2019

I'll believe Zo is only playing one more year basically never. He'll have to retire and then have like 3 full seasons go by before I actually believe he's done. Just an incredible athlete that continues to perform and get better. https://t.co/lFNjAsVxNj

— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) January 16, 2019

The Detroit Lions have hired former Minnesota and Seattle offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell to be their new offensive coordinator.

— Tim Twentyman (@ttwentyman) January 16, 2019

Brandon Banks used to motion that he was "this close" to breaking a punt return after every attempt. One yard return or 15. Always "this close." The Cowboys are the team version of a return man who always thinks they almost scored. https://t.co/Yixt7fkrmA

— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) January 16, 2019

Nick Foles and other QBs who could be available this offseason might shift the landscape of the NFL: https://t.co/AIdp3loF1L

— USA TODAY NFL (@usatodaynfl) January 16, 2019

I would love to see him make it back to the NFL. What an inspiring guy. https://t.co/Qz1ekesnvQ

— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) January 16, 2019

Yikes. https://t.co/4Fumotbo2f

— Paul Conner (@P_ConnerJr) January 17, 2019

I just asked Andy Reid about Patrick Mahomes' leadership ability. In his answer, Reid looked at me & said, "he's made some of you guys better writers."

— Nate Taylor (@ByNateTaylor) January 16, 2019

Marcus Peters criticized Amari Cooper when talking to @MikeSilver after the Rams beat the Cowboys on Saturday night https://t.co/qbRMlXTmCi pic.twitter.com/XW71RJPOkS

— RJ Ochoa (@rjochoa) January 15, 2019

Fallen NFL star Greg Hardy tells @LaMonicaMark: “I gave it away. It’s the truth.” https://t.co/7MhssnuVTV

— Bob Glauber (@BobGlauber) January 16, 2019

Every year, this is when we all get a reminder how the league absolutely ruined the conference title trophies. Those glorified paperweights don't hold a candle to the old classics ... pic.twitter.com/mOyH0OhvsS

— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) January 16, 2019

I kind of want the Patriots to win just to see the total indifference/contempt Belichick has on his face when he gets handed that trophy.

— Brian Burke (@bburkeESPN) January 16, 2019

Question: Do you mind playing in severe cold?

Bill Belichick: “I love to play in a championship game. Schedule it wherever you want. We’ll be there.” pic.twitter.com/jr9aYWAAvY

— Mike Reiss (@MikeReiss) January 16, 2019

Patrick Mahomes named @PFWAwriters MVP and offensive player of the year. Aaron Donald makes defensive player of the year. pic.twitter.com/n17oyMlB39

— Kareem Copeland (@kareemcopeland) January 16, 2019

Hello this is the dumbest thing I've ever published probably but it's also by @pbump and is extremely funny in addition to being dumb https://t.co/pXMvi6W2Sz

— Dan Steinberg (@dcsportsbog) January 16, 2019

One perfect free agency signing for each #NFL team (via @RuckerHaringey)

MORE: https://t.co/42jA2cSrG8 pic.twitter.com/er0DtFQ0hJ

— FanSided NFL (@FanSidedNFL) January 16, 2019

In Year 1 of the NFL's new kickoff rules, only four onside kicks have been recovered by the kicking team. It remains to be seen how much that will matter to the league when the new rules, enacted for player-safety reasons, are evaluated.... https://t.co/tCcxNmWpib

— MarkMaske (@MarkMaske) January 16, 2019

PFF grades exist in some capacity for the purpose of trolling @marxistfilm https://t.co/3XdKYx50Dh

— Arif Hasan (@ArifHasanNFL) January 16, 2019

I’m bored, I’m broke, and I’m back. https://t.co/vqsOlhyDBv

— JoeGlo (@JoeGlo1) January 16, 2019

Jalen Hurts to Oklahoma, as expected. Mike Locksley had Maryland in it, but ultimately Lincoln Riley had too much to sell (major recent team sucess, back to back Heisman QBs). It was close, but tough for Maryland to beat that. https://t.co/rSkybxsqHO

— Jeff Ermann (@Jeff_Ermann) January 16, 2019

Remember when a bunch of Maryland people thought they'd beat Oklahoma for a QB pic.twitter.com/CVEVDF73R1

— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) January 16, 2019

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— billhorgan (@billhorgan2005) January 16, 2019

How???? https://t.co/5Tl9IZlACb

— Chick Hernandez (@MrChickSports) January 16, 2019