RGIII Named Starter

There is much hope to be gleaned from this prospect, although it does leave RG3 open to more potential injury scenarios

Even though we have a quality backup it would be a mistake to depend on the option because of the high injury risk. I think it could be used effectively as long as RG3 is not taking a lot of hits.

The author is an occasional member of this board so if he wants to he's more than welcome to expand on his thoughts here

If he chooses not to for whatever reason perhaps someone who knows him can get his sources. I'm interested in reading the actual person's(s) take who saw Cousins out-playing RG3 in 7 on 7.

If he chooses not to for whatever reason perhaps someone who knows him can get his sources. I'm interested in reading the actual person's(s) take who saw Cousins out-playing RG3 in 7 on 7.

I agree. If you're going to put information like that out there, the least you can do is back it up, or if it's just your personal opinion, put that out there. My unnamed source tells me that putting unsubstantiated claims out there is not well received in the journalism business.

Even though we have a quality backup it would be a mistake to depend on the option because of the high injury risk. I think it could be used effectively as long as RG3 is not taking a lot of hits.

Just to clarify. I'm not saying we should use the option as our primary package, or alter the system completely, but instead offer more option looks to disturb defensives predictive abilities. I don't believe the option will be used (if it is at all), as a systemic staple. Moreover what I was eluding to in saying it's a hopeful prospect applies more to the coaching staffs willingness to adopt a less popular package in order to facilitate, and reinforce the strengths of the personel. The hopefulness spawns from the logic that this microcosm could eventually permeate the overall mentality.

Where did Mike Shanahan hint at the option (3 times)?

Had a busy weekend and hadn't heard this.....

Where did Mike Shanahan hint at the option (3 times)?

Had a busy weekend and hadn't heard this.....

Go to redskins.com and listen to his presser.

I thought RG3 said he is a pocket passer, that is his strength. Not a run a scrambling QB running the option. Let him learn the offense first. Once he gets injuried running the ball, I dont want to hear the complaining. U know why the option isnt run in the NFL?

Where did Mike Shanahan hint at the option (3 times)?

Had a busy weekend and hadn't heard this.....

here is the actual 30 minute interview that reporters are referencing after rookie mini camp. check it out.

Mike Shanahan: 5-6 (http://www.redskins.com/media-gallery/videos/Mike-Shanahan-5-6/1e24d0ab-6dc6-4107-b0ad-5144bc62080c)

Just to clarify. I'm not saying we should use the option as our primary package, or alter the system completely, but instead offer more option looks to disturb defensives predictive abilities. I don't believe the option will be used (if it is at all), as a systemic staple. Moreover what I was eluding to in saying it's a hopeful prospect applies more to the coaching staffs willingness to adopt a less popular package in order to facilitate, and reinforce the strengths of the personel. The hopefulness spawns from the logic that this microcosm could eventually permeate the overall mentality.

If it can be used in a way that 1.) Our QB is not taking too many hits and 2.) defenses fear it enough to adjust to it (like you said) then I think it could be used effectively and really screw up pass coverages.

I agree, if coach Shanahan is sincere (I believe he is) it is exciting to hear his willingness to tweak the offense to use all of RG3's weapons.

Kinda didn't plan on listening to 30 minute interview on a rookie mini-camp just to hear a couple of sentences.
Could someone just tell me what he said or tell me where he spoke about running the option?