Category: ‘Quarterbacks’
Father of Washington Redskins’ RG3 Wants Son to “throw More, Run Less”
May 23rd, 2013 at 10:37 AM
It seems that everyone has an opinion on how Robert Griffin III and the Washington Redskins should craft their offensive gameplan. RG3's dad, Robert Griffin Jr., threw fuel on the fire Wednesday afternoon with his thoughts in an interview with The Washington Post:
“I just know that based on what I...
Washington Redskins’ Robert Griffin III Takes to Twitter to Thank Fans for Gifts from Wedding Registry
May 20th, 2013 at 11:11 AM
Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III thanked his fans yesterday for purchasing all of the items from his wedding registry at Bed Bath & Beyond. A local Redskins blog uncovered the registry and encouraged fans, unprompted by RG3, to purchase gifts for the Redskins quarterback and his soon wife-to-be Rebecca...
Washington Redskins One Year Later: Looking Back on the RGIII Trade
April 11th, 2013 at 10:25 AM
This past Monday Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Dispatch wrote a wonderful article about the trade between the Redskins and the Rams that sent the Skins' first and second round pick of the 2012 draft along with first round picks for 2013 and 2014 over to the Rams in...
What Can We Honestly Expect from the Washington Redskins This Season
April 10th, 2013 at 9:11 AM
***PHOTO1*** Talking with a variety of Redskins fans this off-season expectations from one end of the spectrum to the other. Some have Super Bowl visions dancings in their heads (which would be fantastic given that it's being played at Met Life Stadium the home of the Giants) to a sophomore...
Washington Redskins’ Robert Griffin III’s Jersey is Top Selling of All-Time
April 9th, 2013 at 9:34 AM
You can add another accolade to Robert Griffin III's glowing resume: top grossing jersey of all-time.
Griffin, who dawns the No. 10 for the Burgundy and Gold, finished last season at the top of the list for most jerseys sold in a single season, ahead of NFL mainstays like Peyton Manning...
Baylor University Names Scholarship After Washington Redskins Quarterback Robert Griffin III
March 13th, 2013 at 12:49 PM
The name Robert Griffin III will forever be cheered in Waco, Texas. Even though the quarterback has moved on to the Washington Redskins, his impact will forever remain as Baylor University will award a scholarship that bears RG3's name eginning in 2013.
University President Ken Starr and Kirk Watson, a Democratic...
Washington Redskins’ Quarterback Robert Griffin III Responds to Adidas Ad on Twitter
February 19th, 2013 at 7:18 PM
You couldn't turn on the television around November of last year without seeing some kind of RG3 promotional. Companies like Gatorade, Subway and Adidas looked to capitalize on the marketability of one of the NFL's hottest young stars. A new ad from Adidas had the world buzzing.
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While the ad stays...
Washington Redskins Hopeful Robert Griffin III Will Be Ready for Week One
February 14th, 2013 at 11:08 AM
It's hard to believe that a month has passed since Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III underwent surgery to fix a torn ACL and LCL, but the team is already excited about his recovery.
After observing RG3's rehab, the team has every reason to believe that RG3 will be on the...
Kirk Cousins Ready for More Vocal Role with Washington Redskins
February 7th, 2013 at 11:14 AM
When the Washington Redskins selected quarterback Kirk Cousins in the fourth round after trading several picks to acquire Robert Griffin III, there was a significant uproar. However, fast forward a few months to today, and Cousins is now preparing to lead the team during training camp while RG3 rehabilitates his...
Robert Griffin III and the NFL Rookie of the Year Watch
January 2nd, 2013 at 11:57 AM
***PHOTO1*** If you follow enough Redskins' fans on Twitter you probably already have seen the amount of tweets debating the NFL Rookie of the Year mostly between Andrew Luck and Robert Griffin III, with the occasional Russell Wilson sprinkling.
Before I get into any kind of debate here I'd like to...
Redskins Win NFC East Championship and the Nation’s Capitol Celebrates New Year’s Early
December 31st, 2012 at 1:30 PM
I can't remember a time in my life where I was more nervous for a Redskins' game then I was last night. History has told us that when the division or conference is on the line between the Redskins and Cowboys the Redskins win. However, recent history has told us...
Redskins Win an Ugly One in Philly and Dallas Week is Here
December 27th, 2012 at 11:30 AM
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First and foremost I hope everyone had a fantastic Holiday season, whether you celebrate Christmas or Hanukah I hope you and your family enjoyed your time together and you got everything you wanted, me I got an RG3 jersey from my parents so that's awesome.
Well this past Sunday the Redskins...
Calm Down with All the Kirk Cousins Trade Talk
December 18th, 2012 at 11:15 AM
Last Sunday when Kirk Cousins took the field against the Cleveland Browns I wasn't shocked by his play on the field. The kid was a stand out for Michgan State and was highly touted in the draft by many analysts and teams. In fact the only thing surprising to me...
From Worst to First (For Now). Big Win in Cleveland Gets the Redskins a Share of the NFC East Divison Lead
December 17th, 2012 at 11:17 AM
***PHOTO1*** First and foremost before I get into everything Redskins from yesterday I'd like to wish Redskins101's webmaster Justin Fiore a happy 87th birthday. Sure he looks young in his photo on the website but I assure you he's an old man.
Ok, on to the task at hand and all...
Redskins Escape the Ravens with a Win, RG3 Escapes Injury but Can’t Escape Accusations of not Being “Black Enough” from ESPN’s Rob Parker
December 14th, 2012 at 12:44 PM
***PHOTO1*** Good Friday afternoon loyal reader sorry I've been away for a little bit but I'm back with avengeance. While I was away it seems a lot has happened in the Redskins' world.
First and foremost, how about that win this past Sunday over the Ravens. It wasn't pretty but neither...
It Took a Little Longer Then Expected but the Winds of Change are Sweeping Through Washington D.C.
December 4th, 2012 at 9:16 AM
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Before last nights 17-16 win over the hated New York Giants, ESPN reported about Giant's co-owner John Mara and his involvement in stripping the Washington Redskins of $36 million in salary cap space. ESPN's Adam Schefter even reported that the Redskins were using some of Mara's comments as bulletin board...
Robert Griffin III Receives Some Undue Critisim for “Confident” Comment
November 28th, 2012 at 3:03 PM
Yesterday on NFL AM on the NFL Network rookie sensation Robert Griffin III was interviewed during one of the segments. When asked about the upcoming Monday night game against the first place division rival the New York Giants. Griffin said the team was "extremely confident". He used examples of the...
This Past Thanksgiving Redskins Nation was Thankful for Robert Griffin III
November 28th, 2012 at 9:48 AM
***PHOTO1*** Thanksgiving has always been one of my all-time favorite holidays. You get together with your family, have a big meal, and there is no pressure of gift giving. As long as you helped cook something or washed a dish or two everyone is happy with you.
Usually my Thanksgivings are...
A Big Win for the Redskins Could Spark Big Things to Come
November 20th, 2012 at 11:19 AM
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Thankfully I was wrong about the Redskins with my last article in which I thought the Eagles might rally around rookie quarterback Nick Foles. My reason behind that theory was sound, the Redskins love to make first time starters look like Hall of Famers. However, this was not the case...
The Worst Thing That Could Possibly Happen for the Redskins in the Eagles Vs. Cowboys Happened
November 13th, 2012 at 9:42 AM
When Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick went down with a concussion this past Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys I'm sure there was a grouping of Redskins fans who let out a cheer. After all, in spite of his dismal play this season (serves him right for declaring the Eagles a...