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Leonard Hankerson has a chance to make quite the impact for the Washington Redskins and may start the season as the No. 1 receiver if Santana Moss is not retained.Even if Santana is retained, there is reason to believe that the Shanahans will pus…
It’s difficult to come up with something interesting to talk about regarding the Washington Redskins at this point, five games away from the 2010-11 season finale.Though the team has been subject to much drama this season with Fat Al, McNabb-gate…
The Washington Redskins have released wide receiver Devin Thomas, the team announced Saturday.
Last week, numerous rumors began to pop up and word on the street was that Thomas was on his way out. After seeing just one offensive snap through four weeks…
Jason LaCanfora on Twitter is reporting that there is ”a good chance” we could hear a decision from running back Brian Westbrook as early as today, and the leading team could be his hometown Redskins, which could have a significant impact on the fantasy landscape.
We are already all too familiar with the relationship that quarterback Donovan McNabb has with Westbrook. In McNabb’s career, he has thrown more touchdown passes to Westbrook than to any other player on the Eagles.
We already know that there are severe issues in the backfield in Washington that begin with high-mileage Clinton Portis and his sub-par camp thus far, and oft-troubled Larry Johnson, who hasn’t done much to impress.
We already know that there are some questions regarding the skill level of the Redskins receiving corp outside of tight end Chris Cooley, so adding a double-threat like Westbrook would really sure up some things for the Redskins, and make them much more dangerous.
But what about Westbrook’s potential fantasy value?
The system Washington is deploying this year is very similar to what both Westbrook and McNabb have run together in the past.
The team has already begun integrating Cooley more into the passing game, which means this team could cash in on the short passing game and red zone opportunities, which could bode well for Westbrook and increase his potential as a low-end PPR sleeper.
And finally, the motley crew at wide receiver hasn’t really offered anything encouraging to fantasy owners as of yet, with Roydell Williams and Bobby Wade still fighting it out, Devin Thomas wondering if he’ll ever get to play, and Malcolm Kelly being added to a growing laundry list of NFL players getting injured.
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In the end, Westbrook coming to Washington may be a better-than-expected situation for fantasy owners looking for a late-round sleeper that will have a huge impact in the 2010-11 season.
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Preseason NFL continues tonight and here is what bettors need to know.
Here is the Bills vs. Redskins official betting preview. Washington is -4.5 at Bodog with a total of 34. Notes compiled by OffshoreInsiders.com
Washington’s right side of the OL is a concern. RT Jammal Brown is out, RG Artis Hicks is struggling making the transition from tackle.
New Redskins signal caller Donovan McNabb is struggling. He is expected to see 12-15 snaps. For the Skins, in addition to Brown, out are WR Malcolm Kelly, who had 25 receptions last year, WR Mike Furrey, who caught 23 passes in 2009, S Chris Horn, and QB Richard Bartel. S LeRon Landry is expected to play despite a toe injury.
The Redskins are running a complex West Coast offense under new head coach Mike Shanahan and son Kyle, the offensive coordinator. Likewise, new defensive coordinator ditched the successful 4-3 in favor of an aggressive 3-4.
Led by new QB Donovan McNabb, the first unit offense will take 15-18 snaps. McNabb has been shaky in camp with respect to grasping the new offense. Guys fighting for roster spots (not starting unit) on offense will get more playing time in their next game.
Backup QB Richard Bartel is doubtful for the Skins. With newly acquired John Beck not familiar with the playbook, Bears castoff Rex Grossman may play three quarters.
NFL oddsmakers note that Buffalo is minus three starters on the offensive line: LT Demetrius Bell, RG Eric Wood, and RT Cornell Green. Trent Edwards will start at QB for the Bills but Ryan Fitzpatrick is expected to see a lot of action. He’s been alternating the No. 2 spot with Brohm, who is expected to get the bulk of the action next Thursday.
Bills starters will likely play “numerous series.” Three young O-linemen will see a lot of time: Kyle Calloway, Jason Watkins, Nick Hennessey.
The Bills defense is adapting to a new 3-4 scheme. Two starters are out on D: Paul Posluszny and Chris Kelsay, both LBs.
Last year the starting unit had 15 possessions and zero touchdowns in the exhibition season.
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The Atlanta Falcons and Kansas City Chiefs do battle in NFL preseason picks tonight. Here is the official preview for professional bettors. Does betting on your own have you in more hot water than Dr. Laura Schlessinger? Triskaidekaphobia is about the only thing your bookmaker has going for him as only bad luck can stop those who know have the right intel.
Atlanta is laying 2.5 to three points depending on which online sportsbook is used. The total also ranges from 34 to 34.5.
Lines-Maker.com’s Brian Kayma reports that Atlanta WR Michael Jenkins is done for the preseason. He caught 50 passes last year. Kansas City has a new offensive coordinator in alleged genius Charlie Weis. They also have a beefed up offensive line.
Likewise, they added fellow former New England Patriots defensive coordinator Romeo Crennel. Kansas City is mostly healthy entering tonight.
Culture of winning needed? The Chiefs went winless in NFLX last year, then started out the regular season 0-5. QB Matt Cassel said that the Chiefs are ready to get the taste of losing out of their mouth.
Chiefs’ legend Tony Gonzalez plays against his former team for the first time. KC coach Todd Haley has been mum on how long his starters will play, but it’s expected to be about a quarter. Two rookies, first rounder Eric Berry and WR Dexter McCluster, their second round pick, will likely play into the second quarter.
Totals bettors, note that Atlanta backup QB Chris Redman will work on the two-minute offense.
Atlanta is without LB Mike Peterson, who started all 16 games last year. First round pick Sean Weatherspoon starts in his place. Atlanta will be minus nine to 11 players.
Against the spread records (all preseason records only): Kansas City is 11-25 virtual pick ‘em games (+/- three points or less either way). The Chiefs have gone under 10-2 in domes.
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