Redskins: Studs and duds from the team’s Week 1 loss to the Eagles

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PHILADELPHIA, PA – SEPTEMBER 08: Case Keenum #8 of the Washington Redskins throws a pass in the second quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 8, 2019 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) /

Stud: QB Case Keenum

Many expected that Case Keenum would be a solid veteran option for the Redskins. Many assumed that he would be able to keep the team afloat and win some games against mid-level teams.

But Keenum proved to be much more than that in the preseason opener.

Keenum was the best player on the Washington offense for most of the game. He threw the ball very well, showcasing an ability to throw on the run, adjust his arm angle to make different types of throws, and complete the deep ball.

The lattermost point was the most impressive given that the area wasn’t his strong suit last season. And while he did miss by a potential deep score to Terry McLaurin, as he admitted in a postgame press conference, he still connected on enough to prove that he can make the plays downfield. And that’s all that the team will need to keep opposing defenses honest.

All told, Keenum completed 30-of-44 passes for 380 yards and three touchdowns. He only suffered one sack and didn’t turn the ball over. Essentially, he provided the same impact that Alex Smith did last year, but with more downfield ability. He was a big part of the reason that the team was able to jump out to a lead. And if he can continue to play that way, the Redskins should have a chance to win some games in the near future.

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