No, not necessarily.". Washington Football Team Franchise Encyclopedia. "One of the beauties of what we do offensively is we're not stuck on one particular style of play for our quarterback," Rivera said. Schottenheimer, who coached the Browns, Chiefs, Washington and Chargers, posted a 205-139-1 career record, including the playoffs. • See more on free agency », • Ranking top 50 free agents » Note: Future NFL opponents are tentative and subject to change. • Biggest looming free-agent decisions » If Washington can't find an upgrade over Smith and is confident he can hold up over a 16-game season, it will stick with him. In a statement, the Redskins pointed out the team hired a new human resources manager in 2019 and this employee works with the team’s legal department on any issues involving employee conduct. Sign up now to unlock everything ESPN+ has to offer. "I like trades, but I don't like coming away from a trade feeling it was one-sided," Rivera said. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. Or write about sports? Find out more. The only surefire starter who might be available would be Dak Prescott, and it's difficult to imagine Dallas letting him escape. Washington could always trade up if a QB starts to fall; they love mobility and Ohio State's Justin Fields has it, plus he has the makeup they like. The Redskins set a record for most first downs in a game with 39 in a game against the Lions on November 4, 1990. "Is it imperative to find the right guy now? 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I'm ambivalent to it. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? The team would build up other areas of the offense -- the line and wide receiver -- and possibly draft a quarterback to develop, then aggressively pursue another quarterback in 2022. We have to be very careful with the decisions we make. • Ed Reed's advice on beating Brady Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. Cam Newton will be free, but Rivera had a chance to sign his former Panthers player last offseason and declined. Multiple NFL coaches believe Darnold can be a successful NFL quarterback, with one saying "I'd get him right now. Learn more about the team’s history and notable players. Past Washington Redskins Schedules. If you can't protect the quarterback, or if you don't have playmakers around him, then what's the good of having that guy? Houston's Deshaun Watson is the ultimate prize for any team and would be for Washington. And if any top QBs remain, it's not a certainty Washington would pick one. All rights reserved. Kiper said he thinks five quarterbacks will be drafted by the time Washington picks at No. "We're in a tough situation because it's so early in the offseason.". One source said Washington offered no players. "If we had dove into what happened with the Detroit trade [the Rams sent Detroit their third-round pick in 2021, first-rounders in 2022 and 2023 and QB Jared Goff], I don't know how I would have felt about it. 2019 Washington Redskins Schedule; 2018 Washington Redskins Schedule Among the pending free agents are Ryan Fitzpatrick, Jameis Winston, Tyrod Taylor and Andy Dalton. • See more on free agency », "We've got to make sure we find the right one," Washington coach Ron Rivera said. However, New Orleans coach Sean Payton told the NFL Network the Saints want him back. It's also hard to see San Francisco moving on from Jimmy Garoppolo unless it gets Watson. Washington Redskins, American professional gridiron football team based in Washington, D.C., that plays in the National Football League (NFL). Also, the Raiders are at least $10 million over the salary cap. Rivera agrees. 2 overall pick, though that is far from a certainty. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. Most data provided by 24-7 Baseball, creators of the ESPN Pro Football Encyclopedia. Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Football Team Results. Their opponents in 2020 have a combined record of 118-136-2 (46.5%) based on last season’s results. Washington believes the trio of Smith, Allen and Heinicke can deliver nine or 10 wins with upgrades elsewhere on offense and if the defense continues to progress. "We're stuck on the right kind of person.". The Washington Football Team's quest for a quarterback did not end with a failed attempt to land Matthew Stafford. 2021 NFL free agency coverage• Ranking top 50 free agents » Do you have a blog? • 'Nothing off the table' in WFT QB search The Redskins have led the league in passing eight times: in 1938, 1940, 1944, 1947–48, 1967, 1974 and 1989. "We have four guys and right now those are the four guys we're looking at, but also exploring options," Rivera said. Bon Secours Training Center (Richmond, Virginia). If you get what you want, but you don't have what you need, then you create problems. Washington might prefer a mobile quarterback, but it's not a prerequisite. HC/Offensive Line), Kevin O'Connell (Quarterbacks) and Jim Tomsula (Defensive Line), Preseason Odds: Super Bowl +10000; O/U: 7.5, Training Camp: Bon Secours Training Center (Richmond, Virginia), Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Friday, February 5, 6:50AM. Another league source said Dalton can be efficient and has proven that, with a good defense, he can win double-digit games. • Top offseason needs for all 32 teams » As Washington searches for that person -- one who would represent an upgrade over its current group of Alex Smith, Kyle Allen and Taylor Heinicke -- here's a look at scenarios that could play out this offseason: Rivera said he has talked with Smith, and bringing the veteran back as the starter remains a possibility because there's a solid chance Smith wants to keep playing. Video by John Keim (0:52). But at what cost? The problem with drafting a QB in the middle rounds: few develop into future starters. North Dakota State's Trey Lance is also mobile, but he's considered far more raw than the others. 19 pick this year, but even if it packaged multiple first-round selections it would have to sweeten the pot to entice the Texans. All-time Passing Leader: Joe Theismann 2,044/3,602, 25,206 yds, 160 TD . The 2017 Washington Redskins season was the franchise's 86th season in the National Football League and the fourth under head coach Jay Gruden.The Redskins ended the season losing seven of the final 11 games after a 3-2 start, failing to improve on their 8–7–1 record from the previous season, and were mathematically eliminated from playoff contention with a loss to the Chargers. We present them here for purely educational purposes. The Las Vegas Raiders have two quarterbacks -- Derek Carr and Marcus Mariota -- who will draw interest. 19. "Nothing," Rivera said, "is off the table. The New York Jets' Sam Darnold would be an option if the Jets want to draft a quarterback with the No. Are you a Stathead, too? • Trade destinations for Eagles QB Wentz. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Though none of them represents the sort of quarterback Washington wants long-term, Winston offers the best hope because of his age (27) and past production (5,109 yards, 33 touchdowns -- and 30 interceptions -- in 2019). The official source for NFL news, video highlights, fantasy football, game-day coverage, schedules, stats, scores and more. Keep this in mind: Washington defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio had a strong relationship with Carr during his three seasons as the Raiders' coach. Access elite coverage for every fan: highlights of the biggest games, original series from NFL legends, unprecedented analysis and more. Record: 7-9-0, 3rd in Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Kiper said no quarterback in the middle rounds even projects as the same level of prospect as Kirk Cousins was when Washington drafted him in the fourth round in 2012. It's just as likely -- or perhaps more likely -- it would select an offensive tackle, a wide receiver or trade the pick for more draft assets. The official source for NFL news, video highlights, fantasy football, game-day coverage, schedules, stats, scores and more. Washington offered its first- and a third-round picks in the 2021 NFL draft to the Detroit Lions for Stafford, but lost out to the Los Angeles Rams. Join our linker program. Other reports have echoed that thinking. • Biggest looming free-agent decisions » • Round 5 of Mahomes vs. Brady best yet NFC East Division • Top offseason needs for all 32 teams » Seasons: 89 (1932 to 2020) Record (W-L-T): 610-612-28 Playoff Record: 23-20 Super Bowls Won: 3 (5 Appearances) Championships Won *: 5 . Washington, which also has quarterback Steven Montez under contract, believes if Smith had started all season in 2020, it could have possibly won 10 games. He was named the NFL's Coach of … • Bell and AB: From Killer B's to SB backups Do you have a sports website? 2017 Washington Redskins Statistics & Players: 7-9 (3rd in NFC East), Coach: Jay Gruden, ProBowl: Kerrigan, Scherff, Williams Data Provided By The following is a list of all regular season and postseason games played between the Philadelphia Eagles and … ", Said ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. of Darnold: "He hasn't been a train wreck; he's played pretty well at times and had no help. If the Texans want to test Watson's resolve, they could wait until next offseason -- and still get a haul. It's hard to imagine them trading Carr, though one source said the expectation is if Watson is indeed available, he could see the Raiders aggressively pursuing. Washington has the No. All of it underscores why finding a quarterback could be a long process. He's a good kid; he's motivated.". Of course, Houston has maintained it won't trade Watson. That could bring Washington future draft capital that could help it acquire a quarterback in 2022. Copyright © 2000-2021 Sports Reference LLC. Subscribe to our Free Newsletter, This Month in Sports ReferenceFind out when we add a feature or make a change. The NFL source for news, analysis, stats, scores, and rumors. One NFL coach said he would add Jacoby Brissett's name, too, because his arm strength could help open up offensive coordinator Scott Turner's offense in Washington -- if he won the job. The deal shows Washington will be aggressive if there's a quarterback it likes; but it won't go overboard. Washington coach Ron Rivera knows there's a line between aggressively pursuing a quarterback via trade and giving up too much for one. "We're still building our roster. After that, there would be a number of temporary solutions who could provide competition. Washington's executive vice president of player personnel, Marty Hurney, said they don't want to mortgage the future. The Redskins have won two NFL championships (1937 and 1942) and three Super Bowls (1983, 1988, and 1992). That pursuit could last for a few months -- and then some. : Bill Callahan (Asst. Mariota carries an $11.35 million cap hit, quite expensive for a backup (and about half of Carr's number, which is low for a starter of his caliber). ", Atlanta does not appear likely to trade Matt Ryan. They also set a record by not allowing a single first down against the Giants on September 27, 1942. the official stats partner of the NFL. But I don't think that's something I would want to do. Pro-Football-Reference utilizes Official NFL data for current NFL seasons. But Mariota's injury history could scare teams and, one source said, he would be someone you bring in to compete for a job rather than be the unquestioned starter. All-time Receiving Leader: Art Monk 888 rec, … If it went this route, Washington could move on from Smith, saving $13.6 million in cap space. 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