Washington Redskins Trade Rumors

Matt Flynn: Why he might be a big risk for the Redskins
February 11
Washington Post
 
"Peyton Manning naturally dominates all free agent quarterback discussions, even though he has yet to receive a release from the Indianapolis Colts or shown that's close to returning to full strength following the neck surgeries that forced him out of all of last season. It's a foregone conclusion that Drew Brees will re-sign with the Saints, so the next-hottest quarterback in the past two months belongs to Green Bay's Matt Flynn, who figures to land a starting job when he hits the market next month. Redskins fans repeatedly ask or predict that Flynn would fit well in D.C., but signing the LSU product could carry significant risks. Flynn lit it up in the regular season finale, when he"
Peyton Manning flexible on demands
February 5
ESPN.com
 
"Peyton Manning is willing to structure his contract in a way that could expedite how quickly he is signed if or when the Indianapolis Colts release him. Manning is completely open to creating a contract in which he would be paid little or no guaranteed money up front and he would have to earn every cent he makes strictly through performance, according to sources. An example of how it would work is that Manning's contract could wind up having a big roster bonus due on the first day of the season, and another big bonus based on the number of games he starts in a season. It is a formula that can be used for the length of the contract, limiting the amount of guaranteed money paid up front and"
Redskins considering Peyton, Flynn, Orton
February 5
Pro Football Talk
 
"The Washington Redskins had two quarterbacks who played in 2011: Rex Grossman and John Beck. And so they are trying to upgrade. Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that the Redskins have had internal discussions about pursuing (surprise, surprise) Peyton Manning, Packers quarterback Matt Flynn, and Chiefs quarterback Kyle Orton. Flynn and Orton will be free agents in March. Peyton likely will be too, and possibly sooner than that. Per Schefter, they've also talked about possibly moving up to No. 2 in the draft, where they'd surely take whomever the Colts don't select at No. 1 overall."
Too early to make a call on Peyton Manning
January 30
Washington Post
 
"It seems as if every day produces some type of Peyton Manning news, and with it comes more debate over whether the Washington Redskins, Miami Dolphins, New York Jets, or some other team will make pursue him this offseason. Colts owner Jim Irsay and Manning had some back-and-forth through the media last week, and it's clear the relationship is deteriorating. The Colts – who hold the first pick in April's draft and are expected to take Stanford quarterback Andrew Luck – must decide before March 8 whether to pick up the option on Manning's contract, which would pay the quarterback a $28 million bonus, or release him. Manning missed all of the 2011 season while recovering from a pair of neck"
Ex-Bucs coach Morris dines with members of Redskins staff
January 6
Tampa Tribune
 
"Two days after he was let go as head coach the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Raheem Morris said he had no plans to sit around and sulk. "I'm a football coach, it's what I do,'' Morris said earlier this week. "I guess I just love to be miserable, so I'll get back in somewhere, if someone will have me.'' It seems someone may. According to a report on Washington D.C. radio station WTOP, Morris dined with members of the Redskins staff on Wednesday night. Morris is still close with former Bucs assistant coach and current Redskins offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan, so the meeting may have been nothing more than a social gathering."
Redskins talking to former Tampa Bay coach Raheem Morris
January 6
Washington Post
 
"The Washington Redskins met this week with former Tampa Bay head coach Raheem Morris about joining their staff as a defensive backs coach, according to two people familiar with the situation. Morris, fired by the Buccaneers after a 4-12 season, met with members of Redskins management Wednesday, according to the two sources. But he was not hired because the 36-year-old also is drawing interest from at least one other team for a defensive coordinator's position and wants to continue exploring his options, one of those people said."
Redskins talking to former Tampa Bay coach Raheem Morris
January 5
Washington Post
 
"The Washington Redskins are considering former Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Raheem Morris for an assistant coaching role, according to a league source. Morris, fired by the Buccaneers after a 4-12 season, met with members of Redskins management Wednesday, according to the source. Morris has experience as a defensive backs coach and defensive coordinator. Washington's defense improved in its second season under coordinator Jim Haslett, going from 31st in the league last year to 13th in 2011."
Grossman hopes to return next season
January 2
Washington Post
 
"When the season had finally ended, Rex Grossman was the first player off the field, sprinting into the stadium tunnel for a final time. Later, his hair still damp from a postgame shower, Grossman walked out of the Washington Redskins' locker room wearing a blue pinstripe suit and pulling a roller bag behind him. First stop, the team bus. Then on Monday morning, Redskins Park to pack up his locker. And after that — who knows? Grossman will be a free agent, and the future of the Redskins' quarterback position is up in the air. As the Redskins begin to weigh their options, though, Grossman said he'd like to return to Washington next season. "I really enjoy it here. I really enjoy this"
Mike Shanahan started scouting college QBs at midseason
December 31
Washington Times
 
"Washington Redskins coach Mike Shanahan acknowledged Friday he began watching game film of college quarterbacks at midseason. It's no secret that the Redskins need improved quarterback play — Rex Grossman is tied for the NFL lead with 24 turnovers in only 12 starts — so Shanahan's admission is not necessarily major. And Shanahan also implied this is not an unusual practice. But Shanahan long ago turned some of his attention toward possible replacements for Grossman and John Beck. "I've probably already looked at 10 or 15 of them," Shanahan said. "I'll take a half hour a day early in the morning — the tapes are made up. I'll take a look at maybe 75, 80 plays of just a guy throwing the"
Kyle Shanahan: Redskins still need a franchise quarterback
December 31
Washington Post
 
"Washington Redskins offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan has cast further uncertainty on quarterback Rex Grossman's future with the team after he said the club remains in need of a franchise quarterback and will try to find one this offseason. Shanahan — who last week said Grossman needs to eliminate his turnovers to succeed — praised the quarterback's aggressive nature. But at the same time, Shanahan said he would have no problem going with a new quarterback next season, even if the quarterback has no experience in Shanahan's offensive system. "You don't need a guy that's experienced with your system," said Shanahan, who is in his second season with the Redskins after directing the Houston"
Helu, Brown questionable vs. Vikings
December 24
Washington Post
 
"The Washington Redskins have listed starting running back Roy Helu and starting right tackle Jammal Brown as questionable for their game Saturday against the Minnesota Vikings. Helu, hampered by knee and toe injuries, and Brown, who has missed the last two games because of a strained groin, were limited in practice this week. Both players have said they are hopeful that they can play."
Redskins place LaRon Landry on injured reserve, raising questions about his future
December 16
Washington Post
 
"With his strained left Achilles' tendon failing to respond to treatment, LaRon Landry will finish the year on the injured reserve list for a second consecutive season, casting further doubt on the strong safety's future with the Washington Redskins. Landry consulted with foot and ankle specialist Robert Anderson, Coach Mike Shanahan said Thursday, and the doctor recommended that the fifth-year pro have surgery. Shanahan said he expected Landry would seek the opinion of other doctors before making a final decision; he said he wasn't certain what the procedure would entail."
Redskins' Landry still sidelined with groin
December 8
Washington Post
 
"Washington Redskins strong safety LaRon Landry remained sidelined by a groin injury as the team returned to practice Wednesday. Also held out of practice, according to the team's injury report, were punter Sav Rocca (ankle) and defensive lineman Chris Baker (quad). Rookie nose tackle Chris Neild missed practice for a personal matter, Coach Mike Shanahan said. Limited in practice were starting defensive end Stephen Bowen (knee), right tackle Jammal Brown (hip), linebacker London Fletcher (ankle), cornerback DeAngelo Hall (back), left guard Maurice Hurt (knee), safety DeJon Gomes (knee) and receiver Terrence Austin (hamstring)."
Redskins sign tackle Cole Pemberton to practice squad
December 7
Washington Post
 
"The Washington Redskins have signed offensive tackle Cole Pemberton to their practice squad, a person with knowledge of the situation confirmed Tuesday afternoon. The 6-foot-7, 308-pound Pemberton played college ball at Colorado State but went undrafted in 2010. He signed with the Houston Texans in January of 2011, but didn't appear in a game for the Texans this season. The Redskins are looking for help along the offensive line with left tackle Trent Williams expected to miss the remainder of the season while serving a suspension for failing multiple drug tests."
Redskins await word on Fred Davis, Trent Williams suspensions
December 6
Washington Post
 
"Redskins Coach Mike Shanahan's regular Monday media availability began with nearly 20 questions about tight end Fred Davis and Trent Williams, both of whom are expected to miss the remainder of the season because of multiple failed drug tests. And nearly 20 times, in one fashion or another, Shanahan said he can't specifically address the status of either player because NFL has yet formally notify him of any pending action. "It's something you have to deal with. It's reality," Shanahan said. "We've got a situation here where we have two excellent football players, and we'll find out shortly what their status is.""
More shuffling for Redskins offensive line
December 6
Washington Post
 
"In keeping with a recurring theme of the season, the Washington Redskins will have to shuffle their offensive line yet again this week as they prepare to take on the New England Patriots. With Trent Williams facing a four-game suspension, the Redskins will have a new left tackle. Coach Mike Shanahan hasn't said who will start at that spot, but it's believed that either eighth-year veteran Sean Locklear or rookie Willie Smith will get the nod. Regardless of who starts, it will mark the Redskins' seventh different offensive line combination this season. (The first five changes to the offensive line came as a result of injury)."
Redskins' Trent Williams and Fred Davis to be suspended for the rest of the season
December 5
Washington Post
 
"The NFL is expected to notify Redskins left tackle Trent Williams and tight end Fred Davis that each will miss the remainder of the season after they failed multiple drug tests, under a settlement reached between the league and the NFL Players Association Saturday. The players will be formally notified of their four-game suspensions in the next couple of days, according to two people familiar with the situation. Because the season-ending suspensions are part of a deal, neither player would be able to appeal and neither is expected to see any more action this season."
Skins' LaRon Landry unsure of status for Sunday
December 2
Washington Post
 
"Washington Redskins strong safety LaRon Landry says he doesn't know if he'll be able to recover from a groin injury in time to play Sunday against the New York Jets. Landry suffered the injury last Sunday while trying to chase down Seattle running back Marshawn Lynch as he cut upfield after making a catch and scampered 20 yards for a touchdown. Offensive lineman Paul McQuistan laid a block on Landry, who recalls feeling his groin pull as he tried to avoid the hit. Landry left the game and returned to play off and on, finishing with four tackles, a sack and a pass deflection. Landry didn't practice on Wednesday, and didn't expect to be able to practice Thursday. He said his Achilles' tendon"
LaRon Landry's groin injury is worse than feared
December 1
Washington Post
 
"The Washington Redskins were without three defensive starters and one offensive starter in Wednesday's practice, according to the team's injury report. Starting strong safety LaRon Landry (groin), linebacker London Fletcher (ankle), defensive end Stephen Bowen (left knee) and fullback Darrel Young (concussion) all sat out practice, according to the report. Landry suffered the groin injury during Sunday's game and played off and on down the stretch of the victory over Seattle. Initially it was believed that Landry would be fine, but Coach Mike Shanahan said the injury was too painful for Landry to practice Wednesday. Landry previously has been hampered by a strained left Achilles' tendon."
Brandyn Thompson back on Redskins' roster
November 30
Washington Post
 
"The Washington Redskins have cut cornerback D.J. Johnson and replaced him on the 53-man roster with rookie cornerback Brandyn Thompson, who has spent much of this season bouncing back and forth between the practice squad and the official roster, a person with knowledge of the situation confirmed Tuesday night. It is the fourth stint on the 53-man roster for Thompson, the team's seventh-round pick out of Boise State. Thompson most recently was waived by the Redskins on Nov. 8 to make room for Johnson, a 6-foot-2, 198-pound Jackson State product who had appeared in five games in his career, but never suited up for Washington."
Redskins receiver Niles Paul to miss Sunday's game
November 25
Washington Post
 
"Rookie wide receiver Niles Paul was able to participate in parts of practice this week, but Coach Mike Shanahan said he's still at least a week away from returning to lineup. He will not be available Sunday at Seattle. Paul (turf toe) has missed the past two games. In practice Wednesday and Thursday, Paul did some running and some drillwork. "That's a good sign," Shanahan said."
Santana Moss on left hand: 'It felt pretty good'
November 24
Washington Post
 
"Washington Redskins wide receiver Santana Moss said his surgically repaired left hand felt fine after his first practice since breaking it back in Week 7, and he and Coach Mike Shanahansay he likely will play Sunday in Seattle. "It felt pretty good. I've been catching since I got the pins out," said Moss, whose surgery took place Oct. 24; the pins were taken out last Tuesday. "I'm big on not trying to get everybody too crazy or getting any hopes up too high. I just wanted to go out there and take today, see where I'm at and tomorrow progress even more. But as far running around, catching, it was pretty normal.""
This time, signs of life seen in Redskins' loss
November 21
Washington Times
 columnist Dan Daly
"Did you notice? How could you not? At the end of regulation Sunday, when the Washington Redskins desperately needed a touchdown to send their game against the Dallas Cowboys into overtime, they were throwing the ball in the direction of Donte Stallworth and David Anderson and handing it off to Tashard Choice. This is what it has come to for Mike and Kyle Shanahan, the Redskins' twin offensive oracles. They're trying to break a five-game losing streak by leaning on Stallworth (waived two weeks ago and then re-signed), Anderson (picked up around the same time as a street free agent) and Choice (an Oct. 31 waiver wire acquisition who was making his Washington debut). And amazingly, the"
Redskins' Donte Stallworth breathes life into receiving game
November 21
Washington Times
 
"Help for the Washington Redskins' moribund offense came from an unexpected place Sunday. A week ago, Donte Stallworth was unemployed, another casualty of the Redskins' unending roster churn. But the nine-year veteran receiver re-signed with the team Tuesday and, against the Dallas Cowboys, sparked an offense that ranked 26th in the NFL. The numbers weren't gaudy. Four catches. Fifty-one yards. One touchdown. But for an offense beset by season-ending injuries, quarterback shuffles, protection problems and a host of other issues, any spark, no matter the size, is welcomed. "Guys got to step up," coach Mike Shanahan said. "[Stallworth was] very physical, snatched a couple balls, made a couple"
LaRon Landry out for Dallas game
November 20
Washington Post
 
"Washington Redskins starting strong safety LaRon Landry will not play today as his team hosts the Dallas Cowboys, according to a person with knowledge of the situation. Hampered all week by a sore left Achilles' tendon, Landry was unable to practice Wednesday and Thursday and was listed as questionable on Friday's injury report."
Redskins' Tim Hightower ready to rehab
November 18
Washington Times
 
"Tim Hightower wore a knee brace and a smile Thursday as he scooted through the halls of Redskins Park on crutches. After having surgery last Tuesday to reconstruct the torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee, the Washington Redskins' leading rusher is eager to turn his focus to his rehabilitation. "Mentally, it's still frustrating, but I think I'm in a lot better place than where I was last week," Hightower said. "Playing this sport for a long time, my respect level for guys who have had surgeries and had injuries and then come back from them stronger goes up very much. Now when I see an injury at the bottom of the screen, my heart kind of goes out to them.""
Redskins' LaRon Landry and Maurice Hurt sidelined for Thursday practice
November 18
Washington Post
 
"Starting strong safety LaRon Landry and starting left guard Maurice Hurt both missed practice for a second straight day Thursday, according to the team's injury report. Landry sat with a sore Achilles' tendon, but said Thursday morning that the move was "precautionary" and that he felt confident that he would play on Sunday. Hurt, one of the team's seventh-round draft picks in April, sat with a knee injury. Also sidelined for a second straight day were backup linebacker Keyaron Fox (infection) and backup receiver Niles Paul (turf toe)."
Three starters out Wednesday
November 17
Washington Post
 
"The Washington Redskins were without three starters for Wednesday's practice and another two players that have started were limited, according to the team's injury report. Linebacker London Fletcher (ankle), strong safety LaRon Landry (achilles) and guard Maurice Hurt (knee) all were unable to practice. Right tackle Jammal Brown (groin) and his replacement Sean Locklear (ankle) both were limited in practice. Sidelined yet again were linebacker Keyaron Fox (skin infection), receiver Niles Paul (turf toe) and Santa Moss (broken hand)."
Redskins release Kareem Moore
November 16
Washington Post
 
"The Washington Redskins have released safety Kareem Moore, a day before they had to decide whether to activate him from the physically unable to perform list, according to a person with knowledge of the situation. Moore had missed all of training camp and the preseason while working his way back from offseason knee surgery -- his second since August of 2010, and started this season on the PUP list. On Oct. 26, the Redskins' medical staff cleared him to practice. The team had 21 days to evaluate him, and had until 4 p.m. Wednesday to decide whether to activate him. Washington's options included adding him to the 53-man roster, releasing him or placing him on a season-ending injured list so"
Mike Shanahan uncertain on Tashard Choice's debut or role
November 16
Washington Post
 
"Running back Tashard Choice said there is a "100 percent chance" that he will make his Washington Redskins debut Sunday when his former team, the Dallas Cowboys, come to town Sunday. But coach Mike Shanahan sounded less certain about the fourth-year pro's status. The Cowboys waived Choice Oct. 29, and the Redskins claimed him, despite a hamstring injury that was still healing. Choice was cleared to practice last week, but was inactive for the game at Miami."
Redskins, desperate for wins, are sticking with Rex Grossman at quarterback
November 15
Washington Post
 
"As Washington Redskins players warned that victories could become increasingly difficult to come by, Coach Mike Shanahan said Monday that he's sticking with Rex Grossman at quarterback for one simple reason: the turnover-prone veteran gives the Redskins the best chance of another victory. The Redskins haven't won a game since Grossman was benched in favor of John Beck Oct. 16. Washington carries a five-game losing streak into this weekend's game against the Dallas Cowboys. Shanahan said he hopes a second midseason quarterback switch might change the team's fortunes."
Time for Redskins to make a bigger change?
November 14
Washington Examiner
 columnist Rick Snider
"Coach Mike Shanahan can't double-talk his way past the simple truth: The Redskins stink. The Redskins switched quarterbacks and didn't score a touchdown. They changed running backs and still had no ground game. They swapped linebackers and still surrendered a touchdown on the opening drive and another on a critical late one. Miami, all of 1-7 coming in, led Washington from the opening minutes in a 20-9 victory Sunday. It was a new low for the Redskins, though the worst is probably still ahead for this 3-6 team. The only way out, Shanahan said, was to "work hard." Please, that's a token response. The team can't work harder. The coaching staff can't work longer hours. It's all about"
Rex Grossman or John Beck? Wait and see
November 14
Washington Post
 
"It has reached this point with the Washington Redskins and their quarterback situation: No one knows who will start one week to the next. Coach Mike Shanahan may or may not be forthcoming with such a decision as he prepares his team for an opponent. And the reasoning behind making a choice might seem convoluted. What is certain, at this point, is it hasn't made any difference, because neither John Beck nor Rex Grossman has won a game in a month-and-a-half, and a once-promising season now appears beyond repair. So it was Sunday at Sun Life Stadium, where Grossman made his first start in four games, Beck looked on wearing a baseball cap, the Redskins endured a nearly unwatchable 20-9 loss to"
Grossman, not Beck, to start at QB for Redskins vs. Dolphins
November 13
NFL.com
 
"Mike Shanahan's brief fling with John Beck is over, as Rex Grossman will start for the Washington Redskins in Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins, according to a team source. Beck took over for Grossman in October after a flurry of turnovers from Grossman in the Redskins' loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. The offense hasn't improved under Beck, however, and has scored one touchdown in the past two games -- and that score came in garbage time against a 49ers prevent type defense."
John Beck splits reps; Mike Shanahan's patience shrinks
November 13
Washington Times
 
"Washington Redskins quarterback John Beck split first-team practice repetitions with Rex Grossman in preparation for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins, a source with knowledge of the situation confirmed Saturday. It's a sign that coach Mike Shanahan is losing patience with Beck, who has lost all three of his starts. Shanahan customarily gives his starting quarterback all of the first-team reps, while the backup takes all of the scout team offense's snaps. But this new arrangement, which was first reported by the Washington Post, gives Shanahan some flexibility at quarterback Sunday as the Redskins try to break out of a major offensive slump and end their four-game losing streak."
Redskins' Armstrong losing playing time to rookie Hankerson
November 10
Washington Times
 
"The Washington Redskins' search for answers on offense continued out back at Redskins Park on Wednesday afternoon. The scene after practice illustrated the divergent paths of two players at the same position — one whose potential coaches are determined to explore; the other working to regain their faith. Consecutive dreadful performances have cost some players playing time and created opportunities for others. Receiver Anthony Armstrong is among the former. His starting role two games ago against Buffalo became a meager eight snaps last Sunday against San Francisco."
Leonard Hankerson looks to solidify his hold on starting spot
November 10
Washington Post
 
"When it comes to wide receivers, sometimes you have to look across the line of scrimmage to find the best judges of talent. Washington Redskins rookie Leonard Hankerson was slow to impress coaches during the summer and was inactive for the first five games of the season. In practice each day, though, cornerback DeAngelo Hall could see why Coach Mike Shanahan nabbed the 23-year-old receiver in the third round of April's draft. Hankerson wasn't playing in the games, but he was practicing like it. "Hank was on the scout team busting my butt more than the game," Hall said. "I think we've been petitioning for him to get out there and get his opportunity.""
Skins' LaRon Landry sidelined by sore Achilles' tendon
November 10
Washington Post
 
"Washington Redskins strong safety LaRon Landry missed practice on Wednesday because of a sore left Achilles' tendon. It's the same Achilles that forced Landry to miss the final seven weeks of last season and kept him from earning his first trip to the Pro Bowl. Asked when Landry suffered the setback, coach Mike Shanahan said, "It was sore today, so we kept him out [of practice]. We'll see how he feels tomorrow." Last season, Landry had posted 85 tackles, an interception, a sack and a forced fumble in nine weeks of action, often playing with the strained Achilles. Finally it became difficult for him to even walk without pain."
Redskins waive Brandyn Thompson, capping busy day
November 9
Washington Post
 
"The Washington Redskins waived rookie cornerback Brandyn Thompson for the second time in as many weeks, the team announced Tuesday evening. Washington also cut running back Tristan Davis from its practice squad. The two moves wrap up a busy 24 hours for the 3-5 team. To recap: The Redskins also waived wide receiver Donte Stallworth, tight end Dominique Byrd and defensive end Darrion Scott. They signed wide receiver David Anderson, defensive end Kentwan Balmer and cornerback Domonique Johnson."
Redskins cut Donte Stallworth
November 8
Washington Post
 
"The Washington Redskins have released wide receiver Donte Stallworth to make room on the roster for new addition David Anderson, according to a person with knowledge of the situation. Washington agreed to terms with Anderson, a sixth-year wide receiver out of Colorado State, late Monday night. Anderson spent the first six seasons of his career with Houston, where he played under current Redskins offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan, before getting cut earlier this year and serving a brief stint with Denver."
Redskins add WR David Anderson
November 8
Washington Post
 
"Desperate for playmakers for their struggling offense, the Washington Redskins have added wide receiver David Anderson to the mix, according to an NFL.com report. Anderson, a sixth-year veteran out of Colorado State University, has spent all of his career with the Houston Texans, where he played under then-offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan from 2008 to 2009."
John Beck will be Redskins' starting QB against Dolphins, Mike Shanahan says
November 7
Washington Post
 
"Because John Beck is stationed near the locker room exit, many players stopped by on their way home. They told him to keep his head up, that they'll get after it tomorrow. He shook hands, exchanged a couple of words and slowly continued dressing. Beck will have to wait another week to pick up his first win as an NFL quarterback. With Sunday's 19-11 loss to San Francisco, Beck's updated career record: 0 for 7 as a starter."
Roy Helu breaks Redskins' record for receptions in a game
November 7
Washington Post
 
"Rookie running back Roy Helu got his first career start Sunday and used it to unexpectedly set a franchise record for most catches in a game – 14, breaking the old mark set twice by Hall of Fame receiver Art Monk and once more by running back Kelvin Bryant. "To be honest, I don't care," Helu said afterward. "That's just to be honest. … All I care about are my brothers on this team. They're hurting because I can't make plays on the field." Helu caught 14 passes for 105 yards, but he was haunted by one important play – a fumble after he took a second-quarter pass from Beck, one forced by 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis. A play later, San Francisco quarterback Alex Smith found fullback Bruce"
Questionable TE Davis to start for Redskins against Niners
November 6
NFL.com
 
"Tight end Fred Davis will start for Washington Redskins this Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers, according to a team source. Davis has been Redskins' best playmaker and had been listed as questionable with an ankle injury. The Redskins already are without tight end Chris Cooley for the season because of a knee injury."
Skins' Oshiomogho Atogwe misses second straight practice
November 4
Washington Post
 
"Washington Redskins starting free safety Oshiomogho Atogwe missed a second straight practice with knee and toe injuries, according to the team's injury report. It's the same knee injury that sidelined Atogwe two games ago. He played last week but aggravated the knee and suffered the toe injury against the Bills."
Hamstring still bothering Tashard Choice
November 3
Washington Post
 
"Washington's newest running back, Tashard Choice, says his sore hamstring likely will keep him from playing Sunday against San Francisco, but he hopes to make his Redskins debut Nov. 13 at Miami. The Redskins claimed Choice off waivers Monday. He was waived by the Dallas Cowboys two days earlier. The chance to play for a division rival, he says, is a blessing in disguise."
Redskins claim RB Tashard Choice off waivers
November 1
Washington Post
 
"The Washington Redskins have waived rookie cornerback Brandyn Thompson to make room on the 53-man roster for newly claimed running back Tashard Choice, according to a person familiar with the move. Thompson, whom Washington drafted in the seventh round out of Boise State, was promoted from the practice squad last Friday as an insurance policy for Sunday's game because defensive backs DeAngelo Hall and Phillip Buchanon were both banged up. But Thompson didn't play in the 23-0 loss to the Buffalo Bills."
Jammal Brown frustrated by lack of a run game
October 31
Washington Post
 
"Offensive linemen relish the opportunity to get into a rhythm and attack defensive linemen with run blocking, but the members of the Redskins' front didn't get a chance to do that Sunday, when the Redskins had only nine rushing plays against the Bills. On three of the Redskins' run plays, quarterback John Beck actually had dropped back to pass but came under pressure, tucked the ball and ran. (Beck finished with three carries for 10 yards). Right tackle Jammal Brown said after the game that he wished the Redskins could have had more opportunity to establish its rushing game against a team that entered the game ranked 30th against the run."
Chris Cooley sees a lot of football with Redskins in his future
October 28
Washington Times
 
"Chris Cooley's stall inside the Redskins Park locker room is located along the far wall near the back left corner. That's where it was last season, and it's where he expects it to be in 2012 and beyond. The veteran tight end set aside his crutches Thursday afternoon, stepped on the podium and vowed to overcome his ongoing left knee problems by next season. "Every part of me absolutely believes that not only will I continue to play for the Washington Redskins, but I'll continue to be an outstanding player at the position I play," he said. "I have so much confidence in my ability to play tight end at a very high level, especially if I'm healthy.""