[Hogskin]

Smack, I don't think you can attribute the Eagles' finishes the last few years to their receiving corps. Probably among the 3 worst in the league during that time. They got there mainly on defense. I would not want to get along with the Ravens' or Bucs' passing games on the years that they WON super Bowls, either. It's great if you can get there with a sorry offense like the Ravens did, but I don't see that working for the Redskins in the near future. I really think the comments Gibbs has made AND the pickup of Thrash really show he is not comfortable with Gardner. Personally, I am glad, because I never was a fan of Westbrook, and Gardner seems to have much the same problems he did with holding onto the ball and with pass routes.

Exit, you made a great point about Spurrier's offense mess. But going back to the Fun Bunch days, is a bit of a stretch. First, coming in, Clark did not have much respect, but he very quickly proved himself to be a top receiver. Also, DB talent has improved, coverages have improved, and a lot of what used to be called interference is now allowed. But if you want to go back to that time, what I am betting has not changed is that Gibbs would never tolerate frequent dropped passes or fumbles. Hold the ball or you're outta here.

8588, Connell was nothing but a bum. He was still young when the Redskins got rid of him, and he (like Westbrook) very quickly dropped off the map. He was not even a decent bench WR. I have heard that same comment you mentioned about 3 years for a typical WR to make it. But Gardner has had 3 years, and I really don't think guys that have a consistent history of dropped passes (like Westbrook) or bad pass routes (like Desmond) ever make it. Gardner has both of those problems - not as bad as Westbrook & Howard, but bad enough to be a big problem. It would be great for the Skins if a miracle happened and he turned it around, but he won't be on MY fantasy team - I don't expect miracles. Seems more likely to me that Jacobs and McCants have the promising future. In fact, I drafted them both in very late rounds a couple weeks ago in Atlantic City LOL. They are my backups for T.O. and Chad Johnson.

Sorry I am so wordy and argumentative, guys (LOL). But I have a lot of time on my hands right now. When football heats up in a couple weeks, I'll be scarce and you won't have to put up with me any more!!! (Did I hear a huge cheer??)