We’re five weeks in and it seems beyond odd that there are no undefeated teams left; the teams that were supposed to have serious firepower have yet to detonate. The landscape is bland and without form; there is a void, there is PARITY!!! Thanks Pete!(Rozelle)
So,where does this leave the Burgundy and Gold? It was another unlikely win, another right up to the wire day. They did some good; they did some bad; it was an uneven outing. There will not be a lot of improvement with this year’s club, just because they are too thin on the offensive side of things.
Starting with McNabb, there’s just not a lot of clout, when Washington has the ball. Through 5 games, he has not shown himself to be the chosen one. What we’re seeing, is a player that was afflicted with erratic play from the beginning of his career, the QB that can go from the ridiculous to the sublime and back to the ridiculous in one series. In a word, he is inconsistent, and that is the way he will remain. The team is showing self-restraint in not giving him an extension, and Shanahan now knows McNabb is not Elway.
Defensively, they are a group of guys that are sticking with their assignments and staying cohesive for sixty minutes. Yesterday they shoved Green Bay’s arrogance back in their face. They were relentless, and eventually wore the Packers down. This unit may have some up side to it; they also have a couple of young stars that are leading them.
So far, they are a TEAM; they have the evanescent “IT”, they won’t be a powerhouse anytime soon, but I’m not sure we’ll see one anytime soon. What I’m seeing, (as was mentioned in the blog on Friday) are the contributions from some of the guys that were not deemed ready early in the season. This is encouraging, though unorthodox, because it’s the kids leading the goats. That doesn’t happen in too many cultures, but I’m not a sociologist or an anthropologist. Well, now that I think of it, didn’t monarchies of old operate that way?
I'd like to see what McNabb can do once he's truly gelled with his offense, before any verdict is passed on his consistency. Not to mention when his line can truly protect him.;)
ReplyDeleteIt may be good for the inexperienced to step up and show what they have. Willingness,eagerness,and proving theirself is the right way to go. It doesn't hurt to show what you have. Maybe we might keep winning.
ReplyDeleteIs it just me or was the only time McNabb had success with passes was when he threw it straight down field. Few of his side passes were caught. and I still haven't figured out the Shannahan's.....
ReplyDeleteI agree, the problem with the Redskins, as well as years in the past, is the front line and protection. McNabb was sacked FIVE times. Was rushed all day. I am a fan of Jason Campbell, but if Jason was still teh QB, we would have lost I think. McNabb did as well as he could with the situation. If the line could protect him, we would light up the score board with touchdowns, no doubt in my mind...
ReplyDeleteI agree John we are watching a team that gives up yards but not points. We are watching a QB lead an offense that is erratic but is showing us something new...."the BIG Play"...something and I quote all pro Tight End Chris Cooley, "something we have not seen in a long time in Washington, something we rely on from Donovan."
ReplyDeleteAs far as this coach and GM go they are leading while it seems to be getting to know the talent very slowly. I am happy with the talent at RB as a back-up to Portis for a game and a half. If we can make it through the season with a healthy O-Line they will begin to function better as a unit which will add consistency to the running and passing game. Where was Fred Davis our number one scorer last season in the game against Green Bay? Donovan getting hit time again while going through his reads and still being able to hit the big play earned respect from me....and he did not drop the ball even though he was holding it in one hand while getting hit from behind.
Why do we have color commentating from Troy Aikman? His career was ended from a sack by yours truly a Redskin. His career was spent watching film on how to beat this team. The man can not say a good thing about the Redskins during the game or a call that is made during the game by the refs he seems always to slant it as luck for the Redskins. Please unless this change is made ask Thiemann to do color commentating for all the Giants game's in a season and the NFL may wake-up and smell the coffee: Having a homer do the color commentating is better than having a rival do the color commentating that is why we will all turn to Sony and Sam on the radio.
JEA3
In response to the above comment about Aikman, I did notice that he chose to sport a burgundy and gold tie last week during the Skins/Eagles game. That couldn't have been an accident. Perhaps a nod to the fact that the Washington fans never threw batteries at him, at least.
ReplyDeleteI thing that McNabb is a great QB but, since McNabb keep over throwing the football, I think the coach should put #16 Banks in the game, because he's fast and instead of him catching up to the football, the football will catch up to him so, he can make an easy catch and touchdown. Why's Mike Shanahan cutting some of our good players, because I think Devin Thomas is better than Joey Galloway from what I've seen so far this season. Colt Brennan is better than John Beck. To me, last season LaDell Betts was better than Cliton Portis until he was injured. Antwaan Randell El is someone to count on to make a play on the offense, don't know why the coach got rid of these players. Also I don't know why he haven't played some of our other good players. Before McNabb came to the Redskins, ESPN compared Jason Cambell to Donovan McNabb, and Jason Cambell was better than McNabb last season. Sometimes I don't think the Redskins can be a powerhouse until there's a new owner, or until Daniel Snyder can be seen and not heard.
ReplyDeleteCome on Riggo, give these guys a fhance to jell....they are young, old, slow, fast, but they all want one thing...to prove themselves....What I want to know is Where has London Fletcher been the last few games????????? It looks like Rocky MacIntosh has taken his place!!!!!! Check into it, I'd like to see an answer!!!!!
ReplyDeleteRiggo, are you drunk?!?!
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