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2012 Rewind: Sweep Of NFC East Rival

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Since 1934 the Redskins and Eagles have squared off 156 times and unlike the heated rivalry with the Cowboys and the longstanding tension with the Giants, the Redskins have won over 50 percent of their games against their Pennsylvania counterparts.

Similar to the inaugural installment of Redskins-Eagles in 1934, the Redskins swept in 2012 thanks to a clipping of the Eagles wings in a 31-6 victory in Week 11 and a seven point victory in Week 16 that sprung them into a do-or-die matchup with the Cowboys a week later.

While the Eagles had been the Redskins worst nightmare throughout the early 2000’s, one man didn’t even blink when Philly came to town last year–Robert Griffin III.

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What To Watch In 81st Chapter: WAS-NYG

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The NFL schedule gods know that the Redskins and Giants will battle for the NFC East title in Week 17.

How?

In three of the last four seasons, the NFC East has come down to the last game of the NFL regular season calendar in a playoff play-in game of sorts. Yes, that includes the game where Alfred Morris tore apart the Cowboys defense en route to the franchise’s first division crown since 1999.

So to continue our mini-series on the Redskins-Giants rivalry that dates back to the franchise’s days in Boston, we are going to look forward to the Burgundy and Gold’s Sunday Night Football tilt at FedExField on December 8^th and the season finale on December 29^th with five storylines to follow.

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World’s Top Golfer Speaks On No. 10

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It’s a no-brainer these days that Robert Griffin III will be the most talked about figure in sports when you wake up in the morning. Hearing an update on No. 10 has become as much of your daily preparations as brushing your teeth. Everyone is talking about him.

The world’s number one golfer is no different as Tiger Woods talked about Griffin III’s recovery from knee surgery-something he experienced at the height of his career in 2008.

Also, what position would Woods’ be if he strapped on a football helmet?

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Construction Moving Quickly In Richmond

With almost exactly two months to go before the start of 2013 Redskins Training Camp, the Bon Secours Washington Redskins Training Center is quickly taking shape in Richmond, Va.

As you can see from the photo above, the exterior of the building is already in place, and certain necessary elements (e.g. the team’s locker rooms) are already in place inside.

The state-of-the-art facility is on track to open for the Washington Redskins and their fans in time for training camp.

Here are specific updates on various parts of the construction, via Mark Hourigan, President of Hourigan Construction, who is overseeing the project: Read more »

One-Half Of Kerrakpo Speaks About 2013

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Last year Redskins Nation had to watch one half of the dynamic linebacker duo of Ryan Kerrigan and Brian Orakpo, known more affectionately as Kerrakpo in our Nation’s Capital, sit out the majority of the season with an upper-body injury.

The twosome had the opportunity to brew something as the bookends of a talent laden linebacking unit. In the debut season of Kerrakpo the pair totaled 122 tackles, 16.5 sacks, nine passes defensed, and seven forced fumbles.

With a fully healthy Orakpo on the horizon and a Pro Bowl year under Kerrigan’s belt, Kerrakpo 2.0 could be even deadlier than the first version.

Lookout NFC East.

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2012 Unsung Heroes From Giants Rivalry

In continuing to expand on the Redskins deeply rooted rivalry with the New York Giants, let’s take a look at some of the unsung heroes from the two tightly contested NFC East matchups in 2012.

While the Burgundy and Gold would go 5-1 against their division foes en route to their first division title since 1999, the one blemish on their record was a 27-23 loss at the Giants in Week 7.

If it weren’t for a late touchdown, I would be writing about how the Redskins went undefeated in the division play.

With the Redskins 17-16 victory on Monday Night Football in Week 13 in mind as well, let’s take a look at some of the performers who names may have not been on website “player of the game” nomination lists, but were still influential.

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Reliving Season Series With The Giants

Just minutes after the New York Giants won their second Super Bowl in five years last February, “experts” across the nations quickly latched onto the Giants wagon in belief that they were going to win the NFC East and so forth in 2012.

Shoot some were predicting a .500 record between the two squads-with the Redskins going 3-13 to the Giants’ 13-3.

This was well before the Redskins got Robert Griffin III and Alfred Morris.

While the Burgundy and Gold’s lone loss in the NFC East last year was at the hands of Big Blue, the nail-bitter still had some memorable moments nonetheless.

So without further ado, here is a recap of the 2012 season series between the NFC East foes (with only one division champion in the end.)

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Williams Used Trusty ‘Rock’ In Tournament

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Last week the Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation sponsored a rock-paper-scissors tournament hosted by Playworks.

Playworks’ overarching mission is to improve the health and well-being of children through physical activity to include rock-paper-scissors.

Knowing the benefits the timeless hand game has had on himself and his family, Redskins running back and seasoned rock-paper-scissors player Keiland Williams threw his name into the hat to see if he was the best rock-paper-scissors player that day, but more importantly, to promote peaceful conflict resolution in schools.

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Under The Radar Special Teams Ace

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A few weeks ago when the Redskins announced the signing of 12 college free agents, most were enamored with the signing of former University of Florida stud lineman Xavier Nixon as he became a YouTube sensation in our Nation’s Capital.

Others were excited to see linebacker William Compton rejoining some of his Nebraska teammates in burgundy and gold.

Few, however, made mention of seldom known UConn prospect Nick Williams as the wide receiver didn’t record a single receiving touchdown.

Shame on you, though, for failing to look at his return numbers.

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Redskins Social Media Weekly Spotlight

Welcome to your weekly Redskins Social Media Spotlight, where we highlight the trendy topics and social media campaigns going on this week in Redskins Nation. Check it out and make suggestions below.

If you missed it, make sure you go back and read last week’s spotlight. It looked at a little (non-serious) tiff between two roommates, Mother’s Day wishes from players to their Mom’s, tight end Logan Paulsen‘s mistaken identity and more!

But moving on to this week and what Redskins players are doing and saying in the socialsphere.

Organized Team Activities (OTAs) start today and that means one thing Redskins fans, football is back and the season is just around the corner. All of the players have returned to Redskins Park for three days of OTAs (Monday, Wednesday and Thursday). The exact practice time’s for the next two weeks of practice sessions has yet to be determined but, if we base it off of years prior, should have a somewhat similar look to this week’s sessions.

Here’s a basic overview of the schedule:

1. First Week: May 20-23
2. Second Week: May 28-30
3. Third Week: June 3-6

So without further ado, we bring you this week’s Social Media Weekly Spotlight, stacked full with an inspirational quote from defensive lineman Jarvis Jenkins, an update on the progress of quarterback Robert Griffin III (from Griffin III himself), offensive tackle Tyler Polumbus visits RGIII in Texas, and safety Reed Doughty goes fly fishing with his son.

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