NFL Record Predictions: Where do the Redskins end up in the pack?
By Ian Cummings
Washington Redskins
The Redskins have talent. And it’s sad, because every offseason, that talent is disregarded nationally. Whether it’s the ineptitude of the offense, or the pomp and chaos of the front office, there’s always something to talk about in Washington besides the talent.
But let’s talk about the talent for a minute. The Redskins defense is intriguing, with a borderline elite defensive front bolstered by Jonathan Allen, Daron Payne, Matt Ioannidis, Ryan Kerrigan, and Montez Sweat. The secondary has similar potential with disruptive defensive backs, and the inside linebacker position, manned by average, unproven players, is the defense’s sole weakness.
The Redskins offense will inevitably take a hit from the loss of Trent Williams for an unforeseeable amount of time, but Dwayne Haskins has genuine upside as a franchise passer, and his receiving core, often disregarded as one of the league’s worst, has similar potential in lesser-known players. Then there’s Jordan Reed, the shifty tight end. Derrius Guice, the relentless running back.
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The Redskins have talent. But talent has never been the strongest factor in Washington. Something else is always at play. Whether it’s inexperienced youth, inconsistency, lackluster coaching, or unreliable player health, something will get in the Redskins way this season.
Don’t worry; better times could be on the horizon. The Redskins young core growing bigger with every excellent draft class, and with Haskins on a rookie deal, a window to compete will open fully soon. There will be a time for the Redskins. But that time is not 2019.