MAATopDogg Posted February 9, 2004 Share Posted February 9, 2004 Redskins Team Report Print story AIM story Email story Paul Woody / Posted: 10 hours ago Positive attributes TE Robert Royal has several things working in his favor. He's not making much money, he's a lively presence in the locker room, and he also is a capable receiver. He must dramatically improve his blocking, however. The team will rely on the tight end greatly in the running game. Royal is smart enough to understand such a role. The question is whether he's talented enough and physical enough to deliver. SS Ifeayni Ohalete could fit very nicely in the team's new defense. He's a big hitter with a knack for being around the ball and creating turnovers. He'll make mistakes, but they rarely will be big ones. If he continues to improve, he'll be a more than capable starter. Offseason projects QB Patrick Ramsey will be working with the coaching staff to improve his decision making and footwork. Ramsey must understand that sometimes the best play in coach Joe Gibbs' offense is to throw the ball away. Ramsey gets into trouble when he tries to make something out of nothing or holds the ball too long and takes a sack and fumbles. Gibbs has no patience for quarterbacks who make those mistakes. WR Rod Gardner must learn to separate from defensive backs better, and he also must improve his concentration. Gardner has size and large hands; if the coaches can teach him to get off the line quickly and overpower defensive backs, he can have an important role in the offense. He also must learn to look every pass into his hands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BG Posted February 9, 2004 Share Posted February 9, 2004 Good news. I like Royal. I think he was a good accquisition. I hope can fit in the plans. I've been screaming about developing him over geting a high $ free agent or Winslow in the draft......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Hog Posted February 9, 2004 Share Posted February 9, 2004 IAMBG.......I share those same sentiments regarding Royal. However, it was hard to do so considering we had a coach who placed little emphasis on tight ends, and the fact that Royal was out with injury for the bulk of the season. I'm sure he'll get a long look in training camp to secure one of our two tight end spots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shotgunner Posted February 9, 2004 Share Posted February 9, 2004 We may have a Royal flush in the cards. Developing young players is how you win in this business!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevor Posted February 9, 2004 Share Posted February 9, 2004 It's pretty much impossible to count on Royal considering how often he gets injured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavyDave Posted February 9, 2004 Share Posted February 9, 2004 draft o linemen and turn em into TEs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skins11 Posted February 9, 2004 Share Posted February 9, 2004 Originally posted by MAATopDogg QB Patrick Ramsey will be working with the coaching staff to improve his decision making and footwork. Ramsey must understand that sometimes the best play in coach Joe Gibbs' offense is to throw the ball away. Ramsey gets into trouble when he tries to make something out of nothing or holds the ball too long and takes a sack and fumbles. Gibbs has no patience for quarterbacks who make those mistakes. And hopefully he'll still be here to learn from Gibbs!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Awesome Posted February 9, 2004 Share Posted February 9, 2004 I want Paul Woody's job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hitman56 Posted February 9, 2004 Share Posted February 9, 2004 We have to teach Gardner how to catch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skins26 Posted February 9, 2004 Share Posted February 9, 2004 Royal just had a freak injury this past year with his broken hip or whatever, that was just weird. The only reason he was on IR the year before is b/c he sprained his ankle in the last preseason game, like a 2 week thing, but we needed TE right then, and we didnt want to cut him, and didnt have room on the practice squad, so we stored him on IR. I dont think he's injury prone. And he did do a very nice job receiving in the games he was in this year. That a boy Iffy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NVskinsfan Posted February 9, 2004 Share Posted February 9, 2004 Originally posted by Hitman56 We have to teach Gardner how to catch. You mean 50/50 ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndevivi Posted February 9, 2004 Share Posted February 9, 2004 Originally posted by NVskinsfan You mean 50/50 ???? YES 50/50 A NICKNAME BRUCE SMITH GAVE HIM I HOPE THE SKINS GET ROYAL, GARDNER, AND MY FAVORITE PLAYER PATRICK RAMSEY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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