Out of state Redskins fan rant….Parental Guidance Suggested

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I am having trouble seeing the controversy in all this. Isn't the answer that RGIII has a somewhat unique skillset (although it appears Wilson and Kapernerck share it and use it to good effect) and that while we need to exploit it, we need to do so in a way that doesn't unnecessarily subject him to punishment? So RGIII needs to do better at recognizing pressure and taking care of himself, and he needs to get stronger in ways that will help against the inevitable hits. And our playcalling needs to strike a balance between using him on designed runs at a time and with execution that will not get him killed with a more traditional offense that is less likely to lead to injury. To be clear, we will have to take some risks with this kind of QB -- it's a classic risk/reward situation. We won't get the full benefit of his speed unless from time to time we let him show it. I believe that there are ways to execute the pistol/read option and pretty much everything else we do that strikes the right balance, and I trust that Kyle will figure it out.

I will add that having Helu back could really help here -- RGIII was, in effect, our change of pace RB to Alfmo, and having an actual RB fulfill that role could be quite helpful. I'd like to see Helu work on being a pass catcher out of the backfield too and for that to become a more prominently featured part of our offense next year. Could give us yet another good option that will freeze opposing LBs, as well as reduce some of the wear and tear on RGIII. And if Helu cannot stay healthy, we need someone to step up and fill that role.