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Redskins: Five young players who’ve been making waves in minicamp

By Ian Cummings

LANDOVER, MD - AUGUST 16: Wide receiver Trey Quinn #14 of the Washington Redskins is tackled by wide receiver Charone Peake #17 of the New York Jets (not pictured) as he returns a punt in the third quarter of a preseason game at FedExField on August 16, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
LANDOVER, MD - AUGUST 16: Wide receiver Trey Quinn #14 of the Washington Redskins is tackled by wide receiver Charone Peake #17 of the New York Jets (not pictured) as he returns a punt in the third quarter of a preseason game at FedExField on August 16, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) /
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ANN ARBOR, MI – NOVEMBER 25: Dwayne Haskins #7 of the Ohio State Buckeyes looks to throw a pass in the second half against the Michigan Wolverines on November 25, 2017 at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
ANN ARBOR, MI – NOVEMBER 25: Dwayne Haskins #7 of the Ohio State Buckeyes looks to throw a pass in the second half against the Michigan Wolverines on November 25, 2017 at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) /

No. 4 – Redskins QB Dwayne Haskins

Dwayne Haskins hasn’t been perfect every day, as is to be expected from a rookie quarterback taking his first ever snaps in an NFL offseason. But when juxtaposed with a veteran like Case Keenum, many have been quick to notice that while Keenum has the edge at the moment, in terms of consistency, it’s clear that Haskins will overtake him at some point.

As has been noted by many in attendance at Redskins practices early on, Haskins, while he has been up and down at times, has the physical tools that Keenum lacks. The ball comes off Haskins’ hand with more natural velocity, and once he gets more comfortable with the rookie transition, his consistency with accuracy and decision making should follow.

Haskins has also quickly been making his presence known as a leader for the team, doing his best to connect with teammates and put in extra work. ESPN’s John Keim documented a unique ritual that Haskins has in place with each of his running backs, and NBC Sports Washington’s Peter Hailey managed to capture a video of Haskins working on his accuracy fifteen minutes after the conclusion of practice, with no one else left on the field.

Haskins may be confident, but he’s not taking any opportunities for granted. He’s steadily growing more comfortable with the pace that the NFL provides. It’s a testament to the Redskins offseason that they have a promising rookie and a reliable backup now, just months after their quarterback situation was mired in uncertainty. Haskins should continue to keep improving; in a closed setting, his traits stand out.

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