Califan007 The Constipated Posted September 2, 2005 Share Posted September 2, 2005 I'm finding it hard to believe this hasn't been posted yet, so if it has, just lock it or merge it or whatever...(and yeah, I did a search just now..lol...but only under the word "ESPN")..it says it was updated August 31, so maybe it hasn't... http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/preview05/news/story?id=2146784 By Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com Coming off a disastrous '04 campaign in the passing game, one in which the Redskins finished last in the NFL in "explosive" pass plays of 20 yards or more and in completions of 40 yards or more, there was plenty of rhetoric this spring about upgrading an offense that clearly had grown out of step during coach Joe Gibbs' hiatus from the NFL. With the season approaching, those words had better be transformed into deeds, or Gibbs' image could be severely tarnished. If the Redskins are to rebound from a dismal 6-10 season, and if Gibbs is to discount the notion that even the genius of a Pro Football Hall of Fame coach might carry an expiration date, the Washington passing game has to do much, much more. The offense in general, in fact, has to be more productive than the one that managed just 24 touchdowns in 2004. Translation: Quarterback Patrick Ramsey, inconsistent in the preseason and still without the full confidence of the coaching staff, has to perform to his first-round pedigree. And the munchkin-sized wide receivers have to make some big plays. The defense, under superb coordinator Gregg Williams, who crafted a lot of spare parts into an aggressive, No. 3-ranked unit in 2004, will be just fine. 38 The Redskins allowed 38 points on six return TDs (1 INT, 3 fumble, 1 punt, 1 kickoff) and a safety, making them the only NFL team last season to surrender scores in all five of those categories. STRENGTH --> THE MOTORING MOUTH Clinton Portis had one of the most impressive "disappointing" seasons in recent memory (just ask him), rushing for 1,315 yards despite being a poor match for the Redskins' north-south blocking scheme. With Washington using more zone blocking and stretch plays to exploit his lateral slashing style -- not to mention Jansen's return to the line -- expect Portis to approach his 1,500-yard Broncos form. WEAKNESS --> WHOEVER'S TAKING SNAPS Ramsey or Brunell? Brunell or Ramsey? No matter who is under center, third and long is going to be a seasonlong headache. Patrick Ramsey (left) has a strong arm and decent mobility but makes poor decisions and holds onto the ball too long. Brunell is just plain old (34). First-rounder Jason Campbell is the future. Too bad the future isn't now. PROSPECTS Gibbs has called for the shotgun just once in his head-coaching career. The year was 1985. "The center threw it 20 yards over Joe Theismann's head," says longtime Gibbs assistant Joe Bugel. "The ball still hasn't come down." Twenty years later, Gibbs is unholstering the gun once more at the behest of new QB coach Bill Musgrave. Hey, when your offense averaged just 15 points per game (31st in the NFL), it's time for a change. Make that changes: Moss and Patten replace Laveranues Coles and Rod Gardner as the starting wides; Jansen is healthy again after missing all of 2004 with a ruptured Achilles; Portis reported to camp at 225 pounds, 20 pounds heavier than normal. Sure, Washington could still use a QB remix -- and a wild card. Just give Gibbs a decade or two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubba9497 Posted September 2, 2005 Share Posted September 2, 2005 it has a couple weeks ago Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Califan007 The Constipated Posted September 2, 2005 Author Share Posted September 2, 2005 it has a couple weeks ago Any part of it updated, then??... :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiveStrongSkins Posted September 2, 2005 Share Posted September 2, 2005 What a fat slob. Brunell at 34 "just plain old" Has he ever said that about Favre, Mcnair, Green, Warner? I wish I had celebrity status for just one day so I could embarras his f@t ass on national TV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek1973 Posted September 2, 2005 Share Posted September 2, 2005 What a fat slob. Brunell at 34 "just plain old" Has he ever said that about Favre, Mcnair, Green, Warner? I wish I had celebrity status for just one day so I could embarras his f@t ass on national TV. :applause: :applause: :applause: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mookie0720 Posted September 2, 2005 Share Posted September 2, 2005 What a fat slob. Brunell at 34 "just plain old" Has he ever said that about Favre, Mcnair, Green, Warner? I wish I had celebrity status for just one day so I could embarras his f@t ass on national TV. 34 year old Brunell is not 34 year old any of those guys. Keep reaching. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Posted September 2, 2005 Share Posted September 2, 2005 Maybe I'll get lucky and be placed near Lenny for the Monday Night game I'm sure he'll attend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirk Diggler Posted September 2, 2005 Share Posted September 2, 2005 Maybe I'll get lucky and be placed near Lenny for the Monday Night game I'm sure he'll attend. Keep both hands on your hot dog, Art. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destino Posted September 2, 2005 Share Posted September 2, 2005 Keep both hands on your hot dog, Art.Too easy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skins1972 Posted September 2, 2005 Share Posted September 2, 2005 what a Piece of #$#.. This is one human being that anything horrible happened to him I wouldnt feel bad for!! I would open a beer and say cheers to that!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posse81 Posted September 2, 2005 Share Posted September 2, 2005 Keep both hands on your hot dog, Art. :laugh: These never get old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CEJ2200 Posted September 2, 2005 Share Posted September 2, 2005 Boolyeah - ol' Lenny - I hope he wears a BIG Shoe to fit into his BIG MOUTH. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiveStrongSkins Posted September 2, 2005 Share Posted September 2, 2005 34 year old Brunell is not 34 year old any of those guys.Keep reaching. Translation in english please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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