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The average fan equates the read-option to scrambling. Which isn't too far off base. The read-option without the QBs' option to scramble is just play action. So likely the average fan feels in order to protect RG3 from his reckless style of scrambling (and his fragile-ness) is to limit or eliminate the option game all together. And yes, the data supports the coaches making adjustments towards the end of the season but, he still ended up getting hurt. So what does that really mean?

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[quote=RGIII;1011376]The average fan equates the read-option to scrambling. Which isn't too far off base. The read-option without the QBs' option to scramble is just play action. So likely the average fan feels in order to protect RG3 from his reckless style of scrambling (and his fragile-ness) is to limit or eliminate the option game all together. And yes, the data supports the coaches making adjustments towards the end of the season but, he still ended up getting hurt. [B]So what does that really mean?[/B][/quote]

Sometimes it's just bad luck.

It's football, injuries happen.

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[quote=RGIII;1011376]The average fan equates the read-option to scrambling. Which isn't too far off base. The read-option without the QBs' option to scramble is just play action. So likely the average fan feels in order to protect RG3 from his reckless style of scrambling (and his fragile-ness) is to limit or eliminate the option game all together. And yes, the data supports the coaches making adjustments towards the end of the season but, he still ended up getting hurt. So what does that really mean?[/quote]

It means that he has to play a smarter, better brand of football.

The guys I always compare RGIII to are Steve Young and Steve McNair. Steve Young learned to scramble and run with a purpose. McNair learned to beat people from the pocket.

If Robert can make that transition he's golden.

But hey, injuries happen. He could've gotten injured on a 5-step drop from under center.

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[quote=RGIII;1011376][B]The average fan equates the read-option to scrambling. Which isn't too far off base. The read-option without the QBs' option to scramble is just play action.[/B] So likely the average fan feels in order to protect RG3 from his reckless style of scrambling (and his fragile-ness) is to limit or eliminate the option game all together. And yes, the data supports the coaches making adjustments towards the end of the season but, he still ended up getting hurt. So what does that really mean?[/quote]

Not true. The read option includes designed QB runs, with blocking assignments, etc. Scrambling is an unplanned run. Therefore the read option and scrambling are two different things.

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[quote=Mattyk;1011377]Sometimes it's just bad luck.

It's football, injuries happen.[/quote]

Agreed - football players [U]always[/U] get injured. Tom Brady and Peyton Manning are some of the biggest QB immobile rocks out there. Brady was out a year with a knee and Peyton was out with a neck. Admittedly it took them a lot longer to get hurt, and we all hope RG3 has understood the concept of protection.

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[quote=RGIII;1011281]This WR corps has so much swagger! I'm excited.
[URL="http://www.csnwashington.com/football-washington-redskins/talk/redskins-practice-report-hank-looks-smooth"]Redskins practice report: Hank looks smooth | Comcast SportsNet Washington[/URL][/quote]

It's one of the things I appreciate most about what Shanahan has brought to the team. We don't have superstars necessarily (Tana is still our most talented receiver) but it's a quality all around group and so much different than the Cerrato and even Gibbs eras where it was Tana, Cooley and a Turd Ferguson or two most years.

LOL the comment on Tyler P :laughing-
Indeed, we could do much better...

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[QUOTE=Lotus;1011379]Not true. The read option includes designed QB runs, with blocking assignments, etc. Scrambling is an unplanned run. Therefore the read option and scrambling are two different things.[/QUOTE]

You're not the average fan

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I'd like to think the average fan isn't a moron.

However I do think the morons out there tend to be the most vocal on the radio, on social media, etc.

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[url=http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/nfl/news/20130610/robert-griffin-iii-peter-king-monday-morning-quarterback/?sct=hp_t12_a3&eref=sihp]Robert Griffin III is a lock to be ready for Washington Redskins' Week 1, Tyrann Mathieu impressing, more - NFL - Peter King - SI.com[/url]

Peter King thinks RG3 is a lock to play week one.

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[quote=CultBrennan59;1011481][url=http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/nfl/news/20130610/robert-griffin-iii-peter-king-monday-morning-quarterback/?sct=hp_t12_a3&eref=sihp]Robert Griffin III is a lock to be ready for Washington Redskins' Week 1, Tyrann Mathieu impressing, more - NFL - Peter King - SI.com[/url]

Peter King thinks RG3 is a lock to play week one.[/quote]

I'll be a nickel Tyrann Mathieu is impressing too....

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[quote=SkinzWin;1011508]I'll be a nickel Tyrann Mathieu is impressing too....[/quote]

Not surprised. I wish we had gotten him, but there would have been uproar if we picked him in the 2nd. And I'm very happy with Rambo and Thomas (well, intrigued more than happy).

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[quote=Mattyk;1011423][B]I'd like to think the average fan isn't a moron.[/B]

However I do think the morons out there tend to be the most vocal on the radio, on social media, etc.[/quote]

I gave up on that a while ago.

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[quote=JoeRedskin;1011246]I see your James Thrash and raise you Albert Connell.


For the win.[/quote]

Connell was pretty darn good with some nice speed. I'd take him and Thrash right now. We would have a scoring potent offense for sure.

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[quote=Sonny9TD;1011558]Connell was pretty darn good with some nice speed. [B]I'd take him and Thrash right now.[/B] We would have a scoring potent offense for sure.[/quote]

Stop.

Better than an overrated and injured garçon

[QUOTE=Skinzman;1011296]"Last week, Orakpo unleashed a wicked spin move against Pro Bowl left tackle Trent Williams, who acknowledged Orakpo is a chore to block. Head coach Mike Shanahan has noticed."

[url=http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/redskins/2013/06/06/brian-orakpo-pectoral-comeback-robert-griffin-iii/2397639/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter]Brian Orakpo: Defensive Player of the Year is 'very obtainable'[/url]

Thats the first time Ive read Orakpo and spin move in the same sentence. If he adds another move, that could be pretty big. All he normally had in the past was a speed rush and bull rush. Not saying DPOY big, but he doesnt have to be that to have a successful season.[/QUOTE]

Seriously. Just add a few more moves bro and you're golden!

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[quote=Mattyk;1011423]I'd like to think the average fan isn't a moron.

However I do think the morons out there tend to be the most vocal on the radio, on social media, etc.[/quote]

[quote=EARTHQUAKE2689;1011554]I gave up on that a while ago.[/quote]

[quote=Sonny9TD;1011558]Connell was pretty darn good with some nice speed. I'd take him and Thrash right now. We would have a scoring potent offense for sure.[/quote]

Ta Daaa.

EQ - Must feel good to have one's point proven so eloquently and immediately.

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I ****ing hate the offseason......

tweet by jeffdarlington(?)
RGIII on Tebow to Patriots: "I think it's good..." Oh, who cares he said?! I just put RGIII, Tebow and the Pats in one tweet! Triple crown!


hilariously true

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[quote=JoeRedskin;1011564]Ta Daaa.

EQ - Must feel good to have one's point proven so eloquently and immediately.[/quote]

I was hoping Sunny D was joking.

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[URL="http://proplayerinsiders.com/washington-redskins-plan-to-sign-wr-donte-stallworth/"]Redskins hoping to sign Donte in the next few days.[/URL]

Hopefully it's just to encourage the other WR's on roster.

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[quote=RedskinRat;1011574][URL="http://proplayerinsiders.com/washington-redskins-plan-to-sign-wr-donte-stallworth/"]Redskins hoping to sign Donte in the next few days.[/URL]

Hopefully it's just to encourage the other WR's on roster.[/quote]

Teams normally go to camp with 12 WRs, I think I read the Skins have 10 right now and not much of a veteran presence at the bottom of the depth chart. Bring him in to compete, can't hurt.

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[quote=Mattyk;1011576]Teams normally go to camp with 12 WRs, I think I read the Skins have 10 right now and not much of a veteran presence at the bottom of the depth chart. Bring him in to compete, can't hurt.[/quote]

Wish Ed Royal would be let go. I guess no dice on that.

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[quote=hooskins;1011562]Better than an overrated and injured garçon[/quote]I agree that missing about a third of our games last season is an issue with Garcon. But I don't think it's entirely a coincidence that we went 9-2 in games he did play.