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Washington Redskins Cut List 2011

Saturday, September 3rd, 2011

The Washington Redskins roster cuts revealed the team is indeed keeping just two quarterbacks–John Beck and Rex Grossman. There’s still no telling who the starter will be.

Kellen Clemens and Matt Gutierrez were among the Redskins’ roster casualties Saturday evening.

On the keeper side of things, veteran wide receiver Donte Stallworth played his way onto the team along with second-year standout Terrence Austin who has at ton of potential.

Meanwhile, running back Evan Royster was released, but is thought to be a strong candidate for the practice squad if he clears waivers.

In addition to the cuts, the Redskins placed safety Kareem Moore on the PUP list as expected.

Here is a complete list of the players cut by the Redskins.

WR Isaac Anderson
LB Horatio Blades
NT Anthony Bryant
T Selvish Capers
QB Kellen Clemens
TE Tony Curtis
RB Shaun Draughn
LB Thaddeus Gibson
QB Matt Gutierrez
G/T Artis Hicks
S Chris Horton
G Maurice Hurt
LB Edgar Jones
CB Reggie Jones
T Clint Oldenburg
C Donovan Raiola
WR Aldrick Robinson
RB Evan Royster
S Anderson Russell
TE Derek Schouman
S Davonte Shannon
DE Jeff Stehle
DE Doug Worthington
RB Keiland Williams

Chuck Carroll is the senior writer at Football News Now. Follow him on Twitter at @FNN Chuck for more inside Redskins information.

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The case for Vince Young

Monday, May 16th, 2011

Photo by Brian Murphy

With the departure of Donovan McNabb seemingly assured, the topic Redskins fans continue to fiercely debate these days is whether or not the team should acquire Vince Young. To explore this subject, Skinscast founder John Pappas and HomerMcFanboy’s Brian Murphy go head-to-head on whether or not Washington should bring in the controversial quarterback.

Here is Pappas’ argument for bringing in Young.

The case for Vince Young

By John Pappas

Following the 2011 NFL draft, two things are apparent regarding the Washington Redskins: they didn’t draft a quarterback, and they still need one.

For my money Vince Young is the guy to get. In fact, it makes so much sense I’d be disappointed if Washington ends up with anyone else.

Young is the type of passer that coach Mike Shanahan covets; a big-armed, mobile playmaker. His arm-strength and ability to run represent a dual-threat to defenses.

Entering just his sixth year in the league and at only 27, he is in his prime. And at 6-foot-5 and 232-pounds, he is built to withstand the punishment that comes with the position.

Best of all, Young is a winner. His 30-17 record as a starter testifies to this, and far outweigh concerns over average passer stats.

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The case against Vince Young

Monday, May 16th, 2011

: Photo by Brian Murphy

Here is Murphy’s argument against bringing in Young.

The case against Vince Young

By Brian Murphy

When last we saw quarterback Vince Young he was having a meltdown on the sidelines of a Tennessee Titans game that can only be classified as epic.

During an early-season contest against the Washington Redskins, Young suffered a torn flexor tendon in his thumb.

Titans coach Jeff Fisher thought the injury was serious enough that he opted to sit Young for the rest of the game – which the Redskins won 19-16 in overtime – and this didn’t sit well with the former Texas Longhorn.

As he was leaving the field, Young threw his shoulder pads into the crowd and then stormed out of the locker room in a hissy fit.

For his actions, Young was benched the final six games of the season.

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What they should do, what they will do

Wednesday, March 16th, 2011

Predicting the 10th pick

With a lockout underway across the National Football League, delaying the start of free agency, early attention is being turned to next month’s draft. The Redskins hold the 10th overall pick in the first round and following a season that created more questions than answers at key positions such as quarterback, running back, receiver, and defensive tackle; fans are wondering how Washington will use their first round selection. In fact, all the mail we receive these days are on the subject.

Will they draft offense or defense? Will they select the quarterback of the future, or shoot for a Hall of Fame receiver? Will they continue to rebuild the offensive line, or try to get the nastiest defensive lineman on the board?

To try and help, we convened a panel of experts to try and shed some light on the upcoming draft. Given Washington’s history of draft day surprises, we asked each expert two questions about the 10th overall selection:

1. Who should the Redskins draft?
2. Who will the Redskins draft?

Rick Snider – Washington Examiner

Who should the Redskins draft?
Jake Locker. The Redskins drop down to gain picks and get the quarterback they want.

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Merry Christmas from Skinscast

Friday, December 24th, 2010

Friends and family,

Skinscast would like to take a moment and wish all of you a joyful holiday season. The Redskins’ season may not have turned out the way we wanted it, but our great listeners made 2010 the best year yet for Skinscast.

On behalf of the Skinscast family; Brian Reffkin, Brian Murphy, Jack Anderson, Brad Baker, JC, the writers, and me – Merry Christmas, happy holidays, and God bless.

John Pappas

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