Redskins at Saints Post Game Thoughts

[Mechanix544]

Twas a fun game. A little fibrillation near the end, but it smooths itself out.

[44 goes 50 gut]

man I know some fans only pay attention to the glamor positions but come on, Morris had a solid game but was not the 2nd most impactful player yesterday he wasn't even the fourth IMO

[itvnetop]

Originally Posted by 12thMan

Gotta add Bowen to that list. He was very disruptive the entire game. Brees either had heat or had to adjust a few throws.

Yup, the d-line was key yesterday and Bowen was a beast. A truly underrated FA signing last season.


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[REDSKINS4ever]

Excellent play calling yesterday by the younger Shanahan. Great quarterback play from Robert Griffin III. Nice hard running by Alfred Morris. Tremendous route running and executing in the passing game by Pierre Garcon, Fred Davis, and Santana Moss. Although the Redskins defense allowed Drew Brees to pass for over 300 yards, the defense did a tremendous job defending against those explosive Saints weapons. For now the Redskins are ranked #1 in the NFL in total offense and 16th in defense. I'm very proud of the coaches and the players. This team could be very special this year.

[44Deezel]

Originally Posted by REDSKINS4ever

Excellent play calling yesterday by the younger Shanahan. Great quarterback play from Robert Griffin III. Nice hard running by Alfred Morris. Tremendous route running and executing in the passing game by Pierre Garcon, Fred Davis, and Santana Moss. Although the Redskins defense allowed Drew Brees to pass for over 300 yards, the defense did a tremendous job defending against those explosive Saints weapons. For now the Redskins are ranked #1 in the NFL in total offense and 16th in defense. I'm very proud of the coaches and the players. This team could be very special this year.

Brees would have thrown for 300 plus yards playing from behind against any team in the NFL. He will give Defenses opportunities though, and the Skins could have done a better job of making him pay. Linebacker or not, Orakpo needs to catch that ball, and I believe there was at least one other ball that should have been picked off. We could have totally demoralized him and won going away. Nevertheless, it was an awesome, awesome win!

[punch it in]

Originally Posted by 44 goes 50 gut

man I know some fans only pay attention to the glamor positions but come on, Morris had a solid game but was not the 2nd most impactful player yesterday he wasn't even the fourth IMO

Gotta take into consideration he was playing in his first game and a 6 rounder from a small school though.

[The Goat]

So much to say about our big win I could write for an hour!!

Our offense is the best "surprise" I've had in years. RGIII's poise, decision-making, arm streng, accuracy, speed/quickness and fakes are extraordinary. My only concern is that he saw contact on a few of those 10 runs. I hope to see him slide and get out of bounds instead. Kyle's play-calling and scheme were nearly perfect and easily his best so far. These guys have chemistry. My favs on Morris the horse and Robinson, though I think as the season progresses Davis will get more work than he did yesterday. Garcon too if he can stay healthy.

Defensively we are a force to be reckoned with. The front 7 is very stout run or pass. I think the secondary is performing at a high level based on great coaching/motivation. These guys play smart and aggressive and will earn a lot of respect from QBs/OCs over the season.

[mbedner3420]

The playing down part is really scary to me. It's too common. I'm hoping for a change of pace.

[Ruhskins]

I think one of the bigger concerns that I haven't heard people mention is the 3rd down efficiency. We went 4-15 on 3rd down conversion and a lot of those 3rd downs were 3rd and 5 or shorter. I hope we can improve upon that in the upcoming games.

[Chico23231]

https://www.profootballfocus.com/blo...saints-week-1/

Closer look at some things. Raves about Kerigan's play.

[REDSKINS4ever]

As far as that is concerned, I'm a bit concerned about the more stellar defenses that this Redskins offense will face this season. The Ravens, the Steelers, the Eagles, and Cowboys all have very good defenses. I'm overlooking the NYG already because Rex Grossman had magical performances against them last season. If Grossman could scorch the Giants defense, what do you think RG3 will do to them?

I'm more concerned with the Cowboys and Ravens.

[punch it in]

Originally Posted by htownskinfan

All Im saying is I dont want too get too excited over 1 game.Remember how excited you were over Mcnabbs performance against Houston? At least I was,I thought we had finally got a qb

Dont forget kent graham against denver! Dude i understand its one game but here is the difference. Even if mcnabb turned out to be a pro bowler again he wasnt 22 years old.....

[punch it in]

Originally Posted by REDSKINS4ever

Going into the final two NFL games tonight, the Redskins are ranked #1 in the NFL in total offense.

Just when i thought i was gonna stop smiling you pull me back in.

[punch it in]

Originally Posted by The Goat

So much to say about our big win I could write for an hour!!

Our offense is the best "surprise" I've had in years. RGIII's poise, decision-making, arm streng, accuracy, speed/quickness and fakes are extraordinary. My only concern is that he saw contact on a few of those 10 runs. I hope to see him slide and get out of bounds instead. Kyle's play-calling and scheme were nearly perfect and easily his best so far. These guys have chemistry. My favs on Morris the horse and Robinson, though I think as the season progresses Davis will get more work than he did yesterday. Garcon too if he can stay healthy.

Defensively we are a force to be reckoned with. The front 7 is very stout run or pass. I think the secondary is performing at a high level based on great coaching/motivation. These guys play smart and aggressive and will earn a lot of respect from QBs/OCs over the season.

Dont worry about the hits so much - sometimes a guy who hangs in the pocket takes even more punishment. Unlike dumb vick this guy at least tries to get out of bounds and he throws the ball away. He is not at any greater risk than other qb's of getting hit. Maybe even less because of his illusiveness and smarts.

[44Deezel]

Originally Posted by punch it in

Dont worry about the hits so much - sometimes a guy who hangs in the pocket takes even more punishment. Unlike dumb vick this guy at least tries to get out of bounds and he throws the ball away. He is not at any greater risk than other qb's of getting hit. Maybe even less because of his illusiveness and smarts.

Every QB takes hits in the pocket, often times right after they release the ball. The hits when he was running seemed to be the least harmful ones he took. At least he didn't get his nose busted like Brady