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04-05-2010, 09:06 PM | #1 |
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Donovan McNabb: The New Face of The Redskins
Shortly after Dan Snyder hired General Manager Bruce Allen to undo the sins of his predecessor to finally right the the Redskins organization, I couldn't fathom another moment surpassing Allen's arrival in either significance or impact. Even the signing of Mike Shanahan, while it was welcomed, really was a foregone conclusion for many weeks. But what a difference a day makes. It's been less than 24 hours since the Redskins landed, what could be, the biggest and most stunning aquisition since the Eagles and the Redskins swapped Norm Snead and Sonny Jergensen in 1964 - almost to the date. Nearly every pundit and fan alike have opined on the deal. From the likes of Andy Roddick and ESPN's Mike & Mike, to thewarpath.net analysts GTripp and SirClintonPortis, to the average Joe riding Metro have all weighed in.
But beyond filling the yearly question mark at quarterback for the Redskins, McNabb also fills another void; he's officially the big man on campus now. Mike Shanahan might be head coach, but win or lose this is now Donovan McNabb's team. He has now, in my opinion, become the face of this franchise. It's not uncommon for a star athlete to, over time, establish himself as the face of a new organization. Many players have moved on and have had productive careers and positive impacts on their new team and city. But it isn't everyday for a player to have instant cred with his new teammates before he takes a snap, a ringing endorsement from his former coach and ex-teammates, and a collective shock around the NFL that is still reverberating. During the past decade under Dan Snyder's stewardship, the Redskins have had a plethora of big name stars that have come and gone. Some have lived up to the hype and some haven't. McNabb's reputation as a team player and, more importantly, a no-nonsense, no drama leader has already begun to course it's way through the 'Skins locker room. Yesterday I listened to DeAngelo Hall speak glowingly of the trade. Moments later Lorenzo Alexander couldn't help but speak about Jason Campbell in the past tense and how much he welcomed the change at quarterback. I couldn't help but think that this attitude will yield results on Sundays. Confidence breeds confidence and McNabb is already commanding the respect that Jason Campbell couldn't and Clinton Portis has flirted with on and off since becoming a Redskin. More than likely, Redskins fans will see McNabb's face and that #5 jersey plastered on everything and anything the Skins marketing team can conjure up. In the meantime, let's enjoy the ride. Welcome to D.C., Mr. McNabb. |
04-05-2010, 09:09 PM | #2 |
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Re: Donovan McNabb: The New Face of The Redskins
I think Shanahan is still the face of the franchise, but McNabb is certainly the face and unquestioned leader of the offense now.
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04-05-2010, 09:10 PM | #3 |
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Re: Donovan McNabb: The New Face of The Redskins
In 24 hours he has grown on me. I looked at some mcnabb jerseys online but it just doesnt look right in the B&G. A few touchdowns oughta change that and I am glad we made this move.
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04-05-2010, 10:16 PM | #4 |
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Re: Donovan McNabb: The New Face of The Redskins
I was actually surprised at how quickly I got excited about seeing him in burgundy and gold. Maybe it's a reflection of the regrettable state of modern day pro sports . . . but I'll leave that to others to elaborate on. Go #5!!!
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04-24-2010, 10:26 AM | #5 |
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Re: Donovan McNabb: The New Face of The Redskins
For the Redskins fans that don't live in the Philly metro area. I've be a 'skins fan since Sonny was the QB. Living in the Philly area, I have been forced to watch the Eagles games because it's the only game in town. I have watched every game McNabb has played and he is not the "Superstar" the rest of the country thinks he is. They only show you his good plays, which is about two out of 10 passes. His other passes are either over the WR's head or bouncing at their feet or very short passes the WRs turn into big gains. His five yard dump offs to Westbrook that turn into 50 yard TDs make him look great in the media. He is one of the biggest hot dogs in the league and believes people when they tell him he's great. He was the self appointed "captain" of the ship in Philly. Yeah, I also had to watch the post game show where he pleasured himself. He sucked when he was in his prime and now he is an over the hill QB who is comparing himself to John Elway and Brett Favre!!! Do you believe this guy? Do you know why the Eagles gave him to the 'skins, a division rival? Because they are not afraid of him, they know he sucks and is washed up! Ole' Danny means well, but he is becoming another Al Davis by taking washed up players. It all started with Bruce Smith and it continues to this day! Look at how many bums he has brought in! At least he is willing to spend his money improving team. Not like that fag Jeffery Laurie in Philly who is afraid to open his purse. That's why the Eagles lost a lot of good players over the years. Just a warning, the 'skins made a bad move taking McChoke as we call him around here! Wait and see! You'll be sooorrrrryyyy!
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04-27-2010, 03:08 PM | #6 | |
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04-27-2010, 03:17 PM | #7 | |
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Odd, maybe some sour grapes here, nice first post with some great insight.
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04-27-2010, 03:21 PM | #8 |
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really?
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04-27-2010, 03:45 PM | #9 | |
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This is a new one to me. :confused:
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04-27-2010, 04:32 PM | #11 | |
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*Most consecutive pass completions, 24; vs New York Giants, Nov. 28, 2004; vs Green Bay Packers, Dec. 5, 2004 *Least-intercepted quarterback per pass attempt of all time, (4588 attempts-96 interceptions, 2.09%) *Second-best touchdown-to-interception ratio of all time, (209-96, 2.18) behind Tom Brady (217-92, 2.36) *First NFL Quarterback ever to throw for more than 30 touchdowns and fewer than 10 interceptions (2004) *One of six quarterbacks of all time to have over 25,000 passing yards and 3,000 rushing yards (alongside Randall Cunningham, Steve Young, Fran Tarkenton, Steve McNair, and John Elway) *Currently the third-highest winning percentage among active quarterbacks (83-45-1, .647) behind Peyton Manning (119-59-0, .669) and Tom Brady (88-25-0, .779) • NFC Pro Bowl squad - 2001-05 (starter in 2005; did not play in 2004 due to ribs) • Five-time NFC Offensive Player of the Week - 11/26/00 at Was.; 12/10/00 at Cle.; 9/22/02 vs. Dal.; 11/16/03 vs. NYG; 12/5/04 vs. GB • Three-time NFL Offensive Player of the Week - 1/19/02 at Chi. (NFC Divisional Playoff game) - 1/11/04 vs. GB (NFC Divisional Playoff game) 1/16/05 vs. Min. (NFC Divisional Playoff game) • Four-time NFC Offensive Player of the Month - September 2002; November 2003; September 2004; September 2005 • Voted by his teammates Eagles offensive MVP - 2000-01, 2003-04 • Named NFL Player of the Year by the Terry (Bradshaw) Awards on Fox Sports - 2000 • Named to the All-Madden team – 2000 Just to name a few. You don't get that from throwing 10 good passes a game and the rest of the time you suck. You say he cant compare to John Elway and Brett Favre? Well lets take a look: Highest winning percentage among active starting QBs (min. 100 starts) Name----------------------Win------Loss-----------Percentage Tom Brady-----------------86--------24------------.782 Peyton Manning-----------104-------55-------------.654 Donovan McNabb-------73--------39-------------.652 Brett Favre----------------160-------93-------------.632 NFL's all-time TD/INT ratio (min. 1500 attempts) Name---------------------TD--------INT-------Pct. Tom Brady---------------197-------86---------2.29 Steve Young--------------232------107--------2.17 Donovan McNabb-----171------79----------2.16 Peyton Manning----------306------153---------2.00 Joe Montana--------------273------139--------1.96 NFL's all-time QB career INT percentage: Name----------------------Att.-------INT-----Pct. Neill O'Donnell------------3229------68------2.11 Donovan McNabb------3732------79------2.12 Mark Brunell--------------4594------106-----2.31 Jeff Garcia----------------3300------77-------2.33 Tom Brady----------------3642------86-------2.36 *min. 1500 attempts Only 7 players in NFL History have over 25,000 passing yards and 2,500 rushing yards --------------------------------Rush Yards----------Pass Yards Randall Cunningham---------4,928-----------------29,979 Steve Young------------------4,239-----------------33,124 Fran Tarkenton---------------3,674-----------------47,003 Steve McNair-----------------3,590-----------------31,304 John Elway--------------------3,407----------------51,475 Donovan McNabb----------2,962----------------25,404 Jim Harbaugh-----------------2,787-----------------26,288 Over the hill? Overrated? Can't compare to Farve or Elway? Player Bio - Philadelphia Eagles Donovan McNabb: Career Stats |
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04-27-2010, 05:59 PM | #12 | |
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04-05-2010, 09:14 PM | #13 |
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Re: Donovan McNabb: The New Face of The Redskins
Yeah he is definitely the face of the OF. Can't wait to see how good are WR's & TE's really are.
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04-05-2010, 09:20 PM | #14 |
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Re: Donovan McNabb: The New Face of The Redskins
There's definitely an intangible (not found in Football Outsiders) quality that shouldn't be overlooked in all this. McNabb is a proven veteran who has shown for over a decade that he can win and has won in the NFC East and against the rest of the NFL. He has handled the adversity of the Philadelphia fans and media (which should make DC a cake walk), and he's been successful despite-in my opinion-Reid and Morninwheg putting him in ridiculous situations with their propensity to abandon the run at crucial junctures.
Guys like Moss, Thomas, Cooley, etc will have a much easier time showing respect for a guy who has accomplished all that than a rookie like Bradford. Not that Bradford couldn't be successful here. I think he certainly would have been. Just that the "acclimation curve" is not as steep now.
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