The Redskins Blog

Redskins Chime In On Tebow Signing In NE

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After the conclusion of a news-filled week of minicamp activities at Redskins Park, Redskins.com intern Kevin Knight shares some of the players thoughts on the New England Patriots signing quarterback Tim Tebow. 

News of Tim Tebow signing with the New England Patriots resonated throughout the NFL on Tuesday, reaching as far as Redskins Park.

While Washington has never faced the former University of Florida star and still won’t see him during the 2013 regular season (Super Bowl matchup pending) they still believe that the quarterback can make some noise in the NFL.

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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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Moss’ Jump Ball Catch No. 64 Of Top Plays

Since 2005 the Redskins have seen about as much change as any team in the league.

Mike Shanahan is the third head coach during that time, Robert Griffin III has taken over the reins of the offense and firmly entrenched himself as a franchise corner piece, and weapons Fred Davis, Pierre Garcon, and Josh Morgan have been added to spread the threat across the field.

While there has plethora of new faces, one man has remained a constant figure despite all the moving pieces—wide receiver Santana Moss.

After being acquired in trade with the New York Jets, Moss instantly became the Redskins number one receiving threat.

Moss would lull defensive backs to sleep before whizzing pass them with his blazing speed.

Just when it looked like Moss’ time as an elite receiver was reaching its deadline No. 89 recorded a team-high eight touchdowns.

This touchdown against the Eagles, however, may have been the crème de la crème.

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Redskins Excited To Return To Team

On Monday, the Washington Redskins announced that it has re-signed five players who were instrumental in the team’s late season push to the playoffs and the 2012 NFC East title; the first in 13 years, as well as tenuring another.

On the offensive side of the pigskin the Redskins re-signed fullback Darrel Young, the lead blocker to record-setting running back Alfred Morris, offensive guard Kory Lichtensteiger and tight end Logan Paulsen.

On defense, the team brought back linebacker Rob Jackson, tendered nose tackle Chris Baker, and signed long snapper Nick Sundberg from the special teams unit.

Find out what the players had to say about returning to the Burgundy and Gold and the chance to conquer the NFC East once again.

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Darrel Young Meets Courage The Cougar

On Tuesday January 15th, Redskins fullback Darrel Young spoke to students at the PHILLIPS School in Annandale, Virginia.

Young, smiling from ear to ear as he was honored that PHILLIPS invited him, made a surprise appearance as the youngsters were in pure awe that a Redskins player was at their school.

He touched on a variety of subjects during his time at PHILLIPS to include how to live a healthy, active lifestyle, his path to the NFL, and to never give up on your dreams.

Find out how the day went for Young as he had the opportunity to meet with some amazing boys and girls here:

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Young Knows Keys To Beating Flacco

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As the Ravens arrive in New Orleans today for Super Bowl XLVII Redskins’ fullback Darrel Young probably wishes it were his team representing the NFC on Sunday instead of the San Francisco 49ers.

Beside the obvious reason that the Super Bowl is the pinnacle of the National Football League, Young has had success in his football career against Ravens’ quarterback Joe Flacco some may not be aware of.

Young played his college football as a linebacker at the University of Villanova. Flacco threw one pass in two seasons at the University of Pittsburgh before transferring to the University of Delaware. Both teams are FCS members of the Colonial Athletic Association.

Flacco and Young’s college careers overlapped, giving them two opportunities to faceoff against each other. Both were starters on opposite sides of the ball for both contests. Here’s a look back: Read more »

All-NFC East Team Is Released; RG3 MVP

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A season-best nine Washington Redskins players today were named to ESPN.com NFC East blogger Dan Graziano’s final All-NFC East Team. Additionally, Graziano named rookie quarterback Robert Griffin III the NFC East’s Most Valuable Player.

The Redskins’ nine selections tied the Dallas Cowboys for the most 2012 All-NFC East team selections. Following the division leaders were the New York Giants (six selections) and the Philadelphia Eagles (three).

Like it was in the NFL’s Pro Bowl voting, Washington (9-6) was well-represented in all three aspects — offense, defense and special teams — in the 2012 All-NFC East Team. The Redskins had five selections on offense, three on defense and one on special teams.

Here’s the entire list of Redskins representatives on the final All-NFC East Team:

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Darrel Young Takes Home ‘Gruden Grinder’

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Hard work really doesn’t go unnoticed.

Just ask Washington Redskins fullback Darrel Young. Young has been one of the key pieces to the Redskins’ NFL-leading rushing attack this season, but doesn’t get the accolades or awards that quarterback Robert Griffin III or running back Alfred Morris have been getting.

No, instead, he just continues to plow through the next man ahead of him, opening up gaping holes in the opposing defenses.

For his efforts in Monday night’s 17-16 win over the New York Giants, however, Young finally got some recognition.

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VIDEO: Darrel Young’s Google+ Hangout

Washington Redskins fullback Darrel Young today participated in the team’s fifth Google+ Hangout of the season.

Young took questions from a great group of Redskins fans who were asking all about his life as a professional football player — as well as his life away from the field.

Here’s the video of today’s Google+ Hangout:

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Reminder: Darrel Young Google+ Hangout

Darrel Young may seem quiet and shy in the video above, but trust me — he is not quiet and shy.

And you’ll get a chance to figure out what I mean at 2 p.m. today, when the Redskins fullback takes part in our fifth Google+ Hangout of the 2012 season. He’ll be answering questions by YOU, the Redskins fans, and it’s not too late to sign up for your chance to get involved. Here’s how you can be picked to participate:

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