Five Things I Want to See the Redskins Do

[Sheriff Gonna Getcha]

1. Execution

I want to see the players catch catchable balls, not fumble, and not whiff on blocks. Those simple things make all the difference.

2. Trust JC

I know JC is young, but I don't think our run-blocking is good enough just yet. I would prefer to put the ball in JC's hands, than to rely on the running game.

3. Give Betts the Ball

I haven't changed my position with regard to Portis one iota. I love the guy, but I have also been saying that Betts needs to get the ball more. I think we should let Betts stay in on an entire series, then go to Portis for two, then go to Betts, etc.

4. Use Cooley More As a Receiver

I understand that our O-line is banged up, but Cooley needs to be running routes. Cooley is far more valuable to this team as a receiving threat than a blocker. He can occupy one defender in a blocking role or take up one or two defenders in a receiving role. Let him chip guys and then go out on his routes. He's the best receiver we've got right now.

[EARTHQUAKE2689]

1. Trust JC to run the offense

It seems that Al and Joe are extremely hesitant to loosen the reign of JC but if we dont do it now then he could end up the next Rex Grossman or Byron Leftwich. Let him take more shots early in the game. Bring back the Moss screen of 2005.

2. The 2 back system

We have 2 talented backs but it seems like neither one is going to have 20 carries this season the closest we got was in week one when they both had 17. Use them both in the backfield at the same time more that would really confuse the defense.

3. Consistency

Smootsmack pointed out about our punting average. I am saying the O-line needs some consistency with protection and not commiting stupid penalties that prohibit JC from having managable down and distance to move the sticks. Also dropped balls are killing us get Moss, El, Lloyd, and McCardell together with JC after practice and just throw the ball around.

4. Use Chris Cooley

The guy has had over 700 yards in each of the past 2 seasons and for some reason we have forgotten that he is on the team get him down the seams in the middle like we used to do and let him work his magic. Remember last year against the Panthers. Use him and keep using him.