Haynesworth might learn a few things about Shanahan from Plummer

[djnemo65]

Originally Posted by KC625

DJnemo65,
Well said Bro, and if you're in Japan you are probably staioned there I guess. If so, Thank you for your service to our country...

I am actually a teacher over here (getting ready to leave). But thanks for liking my post

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by Paintrain

Dude, please stop with the Fatal Bert, it's moronic.

Probably gets my vote for most moronic nickname we've seen on this board

[JoeRedskin]

^^ It's a nickname of a nickname (FatAl Bert) that bears no relation to anything. Yes. I too vote "Most Moronic Nickname"

It's like renaming SmootSmack "The Administrator Formerly Known As Smootsmack" and then calling him by the acronym "TAFKAS".

[Longtimefan]

Originally Posted by djnemo65

Like the majority of posters I am siding with Shanahan here, if for no other reason than to support in the broadest terms the general change in discipline and atmosphere at Redskins Park that, needed for so long, Shanahan's arrival appears to be precipitating.

BUT, for some reason there exists a tendency amongst Redskins fans to severely underrate the impact that Haynesworth had on this team last season. Yes, he appeared to get injured several times a game, he huffed and puffed and didn't always seem in optimum shape, and he certainly came off poorly when criticizing Blache's defensive scheme in the media, in particularly uncharitable terms. Nevertheless, when on the field and firing on all cylinders he was every bit the disruptive, menacing force we paid for. It's not a coincidence that Carter and Orakpo both hit double-digit sacks for the year, Carter resurrecting a career that had seemed on the wrong side of done only a season prior.

AH might not be a guy I would choose to have a beer with; and in the end, he might not be a guy the new regime feels it can work with. Fine. But what is so headscratching is the perception - perpetuated by both the media and fans - that he was a bust for us last season. Albert played like one of the best DT's in the league last year.

Good post: There are some people in this area who feel the whole Haynesworth situation could have been handled in a way that could have brought about a much better end result.

When you couple the true facts with all the erroneous media reports, it's not difficult to understand why there has been so many varying opinions. Has Haynesworth's attitude in reference to this whole ordeal been less than desireable (maybe) but there's no one side that should be destined to accept all the blame. There could have been just a little more give and take on the part of both parties and the situation could have turned out much different.

[CRedskinsRule]

Very good two part article on AH. In the 2nd part he talks some about last year, and about the 3-4, and what he and Haslett have talked about. It's not earth shattering, but it is the most cohesive take on AH's point of view I have seen.
Beyond The Athlete - Back Sports Page

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

Very good two part article on AH. In the 2nd part he talks some about last year, and about the 3-4, and what he and Haslett have talked about. It's not earth shattering, but it is the most cohesive take on AH's point of view I have seen.
Beyond The Athlete - Back Sports Page

Nice read

Beyond the Athlete: Albert Haynesworth Part II - Beyond The Athlete - Back Sports Page

“I think it’s going to be exciting. He’s a very experienced coach, he knows how to win and he knows how to build a team. I’m excited about it. I’m glad he’s our coach. He was definitely the best one out there. I’m just ready to get back to work and see what he brings to the table.”

“The players, I think we have the pieces there. We just need a puzzle master to put it together. I don’t think we need a whole lot more changes. Maybe a couple more tweaks here and there. Right now I’m satisfied with the talent that we have.”

"I talked to Jim Haslett and he plans on using me like they did with the Titans. He’s talked to a couple of Titans coaches and former Titans coaches and that’s what he said he’s planning on doing. Just kind of letting me loose and letting me play the game.”

“At first I was a little iffy to it because I’ve never played in the 3-4. I don’t have a clue to how it’s really played. But then I talked to him a little bit and he plans on just playing me in the middle a little bit and at end. I guess I’ll just move around and just wreak havoc; so as long as we’re doing that and I’m not just at one position, I’m fine, I’m fine with it.”

This all sounds quite familiar

[Mechanix544]

nice to hear that. I hope its true. But I disagree about having all the pieces, not that he is gonna say, "we dont have the personnel to implement the system." tho........

[KLHJ2]

Did Extreme Skins just have a membership purge or a mass banning? Seem to be several non level headed posters joining recently.

[BigHairedAristocrat]

LOL, i suppose we could search ES for the status if members with the same names. maybe see what they were banned for.

[Longtimefan]

Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

Very good two part article on AH. In the 2nd part he talks some about last year, and about the 3-4, and what he and Haslett have talked about. It's not earth shattering, but it is the most cohesive take on AH's point of view I have seen.
Beyond The Athlete - Back Sports Page

Thanks for posting...The combined articles do not have the man sounding anything like the various reports have attempted to make him out to be. He sounds like a man on a mission with his own idea about how to accomplish it. Good read.

[MTK]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Probably gets my vote for most moronic nickname we've seen on this board

Does it even qualify as a nickname if it doesn't make any sense?

[CRedskinsRule]

Originally Posted by Longtimefan

Thanks for posting...The combined articles do not have the man sounding anything like the various reports have attempted to make him out to be. He sounds like a man on a mission with his own idea about how to accomplish it. Good read.

I agree, AH has from day one here said he wants to be known as the best DT, but with his own thoughts about it. I hope Haslett works with him and all of our talent that we have, and if so, it could be very good for us!

[BigHairedAristocrat]

nothing in the article makes me doubt that we're actively trying to trade haynesworth.

[hooskins]

Yeah I honestly dont mind Fatal Bert missing workouts. As long as he is on the field he helps our team improve.

[CRedskinsRule]

Originally Posted by BigHairedAristocrat

nothing in the article makes me doubt that we're actively trying to trade haynesworth.

Well, I don't think the article weighs in on that part of this debate, but it gives a good view of AH's view and personality.