RDSKNFN_48 Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 TALKING ABOUT A LATE BREAKING NEWS!!!! Time to Embrace A New Leading Man March 10, 2006 When Marcus Washington arrived in Washington two years ago, he said how much he was looking forward to playing along-side fellow linebackers such as LaVar Arrington and Jeremiah Trotter. That notion never really worked out, of course. Arrington departed on March 5, leaving the Redskins with questions regarding their linebacker corps for 2006 as NFL teams enter the weekend that begins the free-agent signing period. One question the Redskins don't have to face pertains to Washington. Like Arrington, he's a charismatic figure, a talented player and a person with a keen interest in the affairs of the greater Washington, D.C., community. Maybe 2006 will be the year in which he's fully recognized on all three counts. Firmly established as one of the NFL's high energy players, Washington crafted a Pro Bowl season in 2004, but he was overlooked in 2005. In the 35-7 rout of the Cowboys on Week 15, for instance, he proved emphatically he's one of the best. No. 53 was all over the place, helping key a fabulous defensive effort that bewildered the Dallas offense. Washington twice sacked quarterback Drew Bledsoe, one of which forced a fumble that set up a Redskins touchdown. He intercepted a pass that led to another seven points. Washington, the king of enthusiasm during games and practice, raised his intensity in 2005 in helping the Redskins in their march to the postseason. He was named The Quarterback Club's Redskins Player of the Year. The talented linebacker started all 18 games a year ago, finishing second on the team in tackles with 125. Lemar Marshall led the way with 132. Overall, the 2005 campaign was one in which the former Indianapolis Colt seemed to get better and better each week. In the Redskins' 17-10 playoff win at Tampa Bay, Washington came up with 12 tackles, an interception, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery. By season's end, Marcus Washington was playing like one of the best linebackers in the NFL. Said Redskins defensive tackle Joe Salave'a: "Marcus has a motor that's something special. His enthusiasm for the game rubs off on everybody else." In 2006, the 6-3, 247-pound Auburn product will get the chance to go up against his former NFL, Indianapolis. You know he'll be pumped over that opportunity. Hopefully, the 2006 season will be the one in which Marcus Washington begins to get the league-wide recognition he deserves. Yo Casey Word of Advice....Start Watching Redskins Games. :doh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onedrop Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 amen to that. i for one am much happier seeing Lavar go than Marcus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lil Kenzo Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 So who's defense is it...Sean Taylor's or Marcus Washington's???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IM A REDSKIN FAN Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 Its The Washington Redskin Defense....enough with trying to say its an individuals Team or unit.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussieskin Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 Is 53 the new 56, at least 53 didnt pay up to get out, Hail to MW, go you good thing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceman330 Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 So who's defense is it...Sean Taylor's or Marcus Washington's???? They are 2 stars on G. Williams' defense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fifty Gut Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 #53 is the only jersey I own Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FootballGuy2677 Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 Lemar Marshall led the team with 130+ Tackles? What the...whys everybody wanna move him back to outside linebacker? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kappaluvacee Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 I have a strange feeling that the FO is looking to grab another LB gem like Washington from the RFA market. I was unaware og MW before the Skins plucked him from the Colts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinothekid Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 I think they need to change the avatar for the "Franchise Player" :eaglesuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riggo-toni Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 So who's defense is it...Sean Taylor's or Marcus Washington's???? Griffin is our defensive MVP, followed by Washington and Shawn Springs, with Taylor a very close 4th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lil Kenzo Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 They are 2 stars on G. Williams' defense. Okay, but let's say that you had to say that a certain person was the leader of the defense and without them the defense would not be as good. I would say it is Sean Taylor's defense. We saw what happened in Tampa without him starting. But yes, in the long run, they are just two star players and I like that you are thinking about the defense as a whole and not as just naming star players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gambit187 Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 Griffen is the leader and key component of the skins D. With out him the line gets pushed around causing problems for the LB. Griffen was a great pick up for you guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elkabong82 Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 The title of this thread is great! I said the exact same thing when I saw that article. Washington already WAS being embraced when he came to this team, and that has only grown since. Solid and consistent player. If he keeps it up, then I don't know who will be the face of our defense, him or ST. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gambit187 Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 Washington is a solid LB, but not THE FACE OF THE SKINS. I think this article was more about marketing capibilities of the Skins. I think THE FACE OF THE SKIN, now is really portis. He has shown to have lots of personality and be media freindly. Next is his community contributions. Thats is what will set him up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terpfan Posted March 11, 2006 Share Posted March 11, 2006 I suppose its debatable who the "best" or "most important" guy on our defense is, but there is no question that Washington is the leader. Great, great player. All great defenses need a guy like Marcus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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