Top 10 reasons why the Skins will win 10 games this year

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10. Because the football gods are way overdue to smile on the Redskins.

9. Patten and Moss will give the WR's the speed and big play ability they so desperately lacked last year.

8. Changes made to the running game will help boost Portis to the 4.5 - 5.0 yards per carry range.

7. The addition of the shotgun will help the passing game in long yardage situations.

6. Casey Rabach will solidify the middle of the line.

5. The return of LaVar Arrington.

4. The return of Jon Jansen.

3. Patrick Ramsey will take his game to a new level this year.

2. The defense will be strong yet again keeping the Skins in just about every game.



And the #1 reason why the Skins will win at least 10 games this year...










1. Because it's Joe freakin' Gibbs we're talking about here! If he can't turn this ship around we're really doomed!

In all seriousness though, Gibbs had too many obstacles to overcome last season. Being away from the game for over a decade, having to adjust to new rules, new defensive schemes, a shorter play clock, instant replay, etc., and of course adjusting to a new team.

He had last season to shake off some of the rust, find out what does and doesn't work offensively, and find out what his players' strengths and weaknesses are.

Now in year 2 he should have a better understanding of what he needs to do offensively, he knows his team and what they're capable of, and he's been able to shape the roster more in his image both from an on the field persepective as well as off.

Just my 2 cents, feel free to chime in with your own list!