themurf Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 (photo by Brian Murphy) With the Washington Redskins in between trips to Dallas and Philadelphia to take on divisional opponents, the timing seemed right to ask a simple question – what do the players think of rivalries against teams like the Cowboys and the Eagles? We know how much these games mean to fans, but do the players actually care? Do they look at this game any different than a matchup with the Houston Texans or Seattle Seahawks? “Oh yeah,” said safety LaRon Landry. “As soon as I got here I was introduced to this rivalry and all the hatred towards these guys. I just joined the bandwagon.” Really? It happens that fast? As soon as you show up, someone like Redskins trainer for life Bubba Tyer sits the players down and brainwashes them into hating Dallas and Philadelphia? I went to track down one of the rookies to see if they’ve been educated on these historic rivalries yet. “I think for the guys who have been here for a long time, they understand what it is,” said safety Chris “The Predator” Horton of the rivalry. “I’m new, so I’m just now getting into it. But I understand what a rivalry game is, playing USC every year. It’s starting to grow on me. I just know we’ve got to play real physical, because it’s going to be a physical game.” Pretty much all of the players I talked to agreed that the fans are what make this rivalry so meaningful. “This is huge for the fans,” said tackle Jon Jansen, the longest tenured Redskins player. “This is the game that everyone talks about for the entire year.” Click here for the full article. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asnpcwiz Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 “This is huge for the fans,” said tackle Jon Jansen, the longest tenured Redskins player. “This is the game that everyone talks about for the entire year.” Click here for the full article. Only if your team wins. I was Starbucks this morning and my burista (Cowboys fan) just didn't want to talk about the game at all. All he could say was "we'll see you again, don't worry". My just said to him was "sure...5 out of the last 7 baby" as I thanked him for my Grande Pumpkin Spiced Latte and walked out the door. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benskins26 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 as I thanked him for my Grande Pumpkin Spiced Latte and walked out the door. I love those. even better is the gingerbread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themurf Posted October 3, 2008 Author Share Posted October 3, 2008 Only if your team wins. I was Starbucks this morning and my burista (Cowboys fan) just didn't want to talk about the game at all. All he could say was "we'll see you again, don't worry". My just said to him was "sure...5 out of the last 7 baby" as I thanked him for my Grande Pumpkin Spiced Latte and walked out the door. Thanks for sharing. I still remember a couple years ago. I was on my way to work when a guy driving a Red Bull truck pulled up next to me and starting waving his hands and honking at me like something was wrong. I slowed down and rolled down my window only to be hit with a "How 'Bout Them Cowboys!" after the 'Skins had lost the day before. I personally don't talk too much trash (I prefer to simply pose on the star when Tank Johnson isn't looking), but folks do talk about these matchups long after the games are over. To me it's waht makes watching football so much fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ACo Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 good read. Love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinslove<3 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 murf!!! im sad that i didnt see you in dallas! i sat about 10 rows behind the hogettes... nice article as always. i really do enjoy reading eveything that you do. i am still pinching myself about dallas...such good times....did you check out some of my pictures?? be safe in philly! HTTR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themurf Posted October 3, 2008 Author Share Posted October 3, 2008 murf!!! im sad that i didnt see you in dallas! i sat about 10 rows behind the hogettes... nice article as always. i really do enjoy reading eveything that you do.i am still pinching myself about dallas...such good times....did you check out some of my pictures?? be safe in philly! HTTR I really wish it could have worked out so I could swing by the tailgate and see everyone. We'll have to run into each other sometime soon. As for this weekend, I'm off to Vegas. I'll be sitting at a sportsbook with a cold brew in my hand and money placed on the maroon and black. Wish me luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt Rich Fla Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 I now think we are going to blow the eagles up. Just a hunch.:eaglesuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frostyj Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 And what did Carter say to the Cowboy fans sitting behind the Redskins bench just moments before the ‘Skins had won Sunday? “You guys wanna be Redskins fans,” Carter asked the dejected Dallas faithful as the final seconds ticked away and the Redskins were victorious for the fifth time in the last seven meetings. ---------------------------- Great line!! :eaglesuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinslove<3 Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 I really wish it could have worked out so I could swing by the tailgate and see everyone. We'll have to run into each other sometime soon. As for this weekend, I'm off to Vegas. I'll be sitting at a sportsbook with a cold brew in my hand and money placed on the maroon and black. Wish me luck. enjoy yourself and relax! huly informed me of the challenge....im all over it sir. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjfootballer Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Just leave Ralphzero off the bandwagon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themurf Posted October 3, 2008 Author Share Posted October 3, 2008 enjoy yourself and relax!huly informed me of the challenge....im all over it sir. make it happen and you will be rewarded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark The Homer Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Nice read. And that's a particularly good photo. Those helmets look like they're about four inches apart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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