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Bill Callahan spoke to the media today as the Redskins prepare to host the the New York Jets this week. His first order of business was to name Dwayne Haskins Jr. the starter for the rest of the season.
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— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) November 11, 2019
Dwayne Haskins Jr.:
Dwayne Haskins will be the starting quarterback for the remainder of the season, interim head coach Bill Callahan announced today. #Redskins #HTTR
— Zach Selby (@DarDarBinx61) November 11, 2019
Bill Callahan new last week he’d name Dwayne Haskins as the starter. Waited so he could have a conversation with the QBs because of his respect for them.
— Rhiannon Walker (@InstantRHIplay) November 11, 2019
Dwayne Haskins is the #Redskins starter for the rest of the season. pic.twitter.com/2Y6ouYCVgV
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 11, 2019
Backup QB:
Case Keenum will be the No. 2. Colt McCoy will be the three.
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) November 11, 2019
Says both Case Keenum and Colt McCoy were obviously disappointed, because of how competitive they are. But Callahan said they will be supportive of the rookie and help aide in his development.
— Rhiannon Walker (@InstantRHIplay) November 11, 2019
Haskins vs the Jets:
Callahan says this week’s match up agains the New York Jets and Gregg Williams defense will prove a huge test in regards to how he handles protections and pressure.
— Rhiannon Walker (@InstantRHIplay) November 11, 2019
Consistency:
Callahan said the consistency of Haskins' play against Buffalo played a role in naming him the starter. He also mentioned Haskins needs experience #Redskins #HTTR
— Zach Selby (@DarDarBinx61) November 11, 2019
Experience:
Callahan: “He needs the experience. Let’s be frank. We’re at a place we don’t want to be record wise, so let’s give him the opportunity.”
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 11, 2019
“We have a lot of confidence in Dwayne... he’s worked hard, he’s smart, he’s studied, and this will be a great opportunity for him moving forward.” https://t.co/6D0K5ysgxU
— Ryan Fowler (@FowlerRyan1) November 11, 2019
Adrian Peterson/Derrius Guice:
Team hasn’t exactly decided how they’re diving up the carries between Adrian Peterson and Derrius Guice. Mentioned RB coach Randy Jordan will help in that decision.
— Rhiannon Walker (@InstantRHIplay) November 11, 2019
Callahan doesn’t have a plan for a Guice-Peterson split yet. But Guice is fully preparing to play and is 100 good to go. #redskins
— Kareem Copeland (@kareemcopeland) November 11, 2019
Bill Callahan says Derrius Guice is “itching” to get back on the field.
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) November 11, 2019
Callahan said there’s been no decision as to who will start at RB with Guice and Peterson. He said he would not make either inactive. My sense has been AP would be the guy. We shall see
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 11, 2019
Sam Darnold:
Callahan said he watched the #Jets game “on the tube.” He was impressed with what he saw from Darnold.
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 11, 2019
Trent Williams:
Callahan says he has “great compassion” for Trent Williams. He says he can’t comment on the team’s decision to place him on NFI.
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) November 11, 2019
Bill Callahan “I have nothing but the utmost respect for Trent.” Coach says Williams played for him for 4 years and that he has nothing but empathy and sympathy for his medical situation. “I always love the guy.”
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) November 11, 2019
Callahan on Trent Williams: “I’ve always loved the guy and loved coaching him. ...meant a lot to my career.”
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 11, 2019
When asked what led to Trent Williams being put on NFI, Bill Callahan said he has nothing but respect for Williams, and compassion for what he went through. Outside of that, he said Williams has been great for him the four years he has coached him and has nothing else to offer.
— Rhiannon Walker (@InstantRHIplay) November 11, 2019