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Redskins: Riggo’s Rag Podcast – Offense Stat Predictions

By Ian Cummings

LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 17: Chris Thompson #25 of the Washington Redskins runs the ball during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Rams at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 17, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 17: Chris Thompson #25 of the Washington Redskins runs the ball during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Rams at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 17, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images) /
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The Redskins haven’t been accustomed to hoarding statistical champions in recent years. That could change in 2018.

When it comes to stats, the Washington Redskins haven’t always been on the most fruitful side of the line. The team hasn’t had an 1,000-yard rusher since Alfred Morris in 2015. After the 2016 season, they let two 1,000-yard receivers hit the open market, trading them in for Josh Doctson and Terrelle Pryor. Jordan Reed was a bright spot for a time, but his dependability has taken a shot in light of his recurring injury issues.

On the bright side, the Redskins swapped out one 4,000-yard quarterback with another in Alex Smith, but aside from that lone success, the offense is rife with uncertainty, heading into 2018. It’s the kind of uncertainty that can breed immense success, as the potential is undeniable. But there is an element of unproven commodity, something that won’t be remedied until after the season starts.

That said, given what Jay Gruden has done with less tools in his toolbox, the future is bright for this Redskins squad. For the first time in a long time, the Redskins have a known talent at running back in Derrius Guice, and Chris Thompson, who logged over 500 receiving yards in just ten games last year, will join him in the backfield. Josh Doctson, fresh off a 500-yard, six-touchdown season, will look to live up to his draft status, as will former second-rounder Paul Richardson, who’s coming off a 700-yard season in Seattle’s prehistoric offense.

Harder to commit to, but important nonetheless, is also a possible clean bill of health for Jordan Reed. Every offseason is an opportunity for him to get healthy, and if he can stay off the injury report, he can have a similar impact to Travis Kelce’s with Alex Smith.

With so many possible weapons, but so much coinciding uncertainty, how does one begin to predict how the Redskins’ offense will perform, statistically, over the course of the 2018 season? Riggo’s Rag contributor Matt Valdovinos joined us on today’s podcast to discuss just that. Hear why Matt has Alex Smith reaching new heights, why he has Chris Thompson’s receiving numbers taking a dip, and why he has a very surprising 1,000-yard receiver on the books, by clicking the audio link below:

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There’s reason to be excited for the 2018 Redskins. The pieces seem to be coming together. Until the season, it’s all just noise, but it might not get any quieter. Thanks for listening, as always, and be sure to stay tuned for future podcasts! Last week’s Adonis Alexander podcast threw us a bit off schedule, but we should be back to Mondays soon.

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