Scott Jackson and Mike Prada had me on to talk Clinton Portis this morning on 106.7 the Fan in DC. With Portis recently released it's the end of an era for the Redskins, but it's up for debate as to what his legacy meant to the team.
As I wrote earlier, I think Portis made the Redskins relevant again, but he never displayed the skills of the elite back he was in Denver. However, there was rarely a dull moment when Portis entered a room and his impact was often felt on and off the field for better or worse.
We discuss this and the future at running back for the Redskins. Is Ryan Torain the guy or will the front office target a new back in the draft or free agency?
Listen to the segment here and thanks to the guys for having me on.
March 6, 2011
February 28, 2011
With Clinton Portis On His Way Out, What Is His Legacy In Washington?
A column for SB Nation DC.
The DC sports landscape is often devoid of star power, but in 2004 the Washington Redskins landed one of the premier running backs of the past decade from the Denver Broncos. Seven years later, the Clinton Portis era has come to an end as the Redskins have cut ties with the high profile running back in an effort to jumpstart a youth movement.
Portis will leave Washington with the team mired in the same uncertainty present throughout his time here. The woeful state of the franchise diminishes his individual accomplishments, but it seems fitting the Redskins were as volatile as their star player during this emotional roller coaster of a relationship.
The enigmatic yet talented Portis flew to the top of the Washington sports scene during his tenure here. He brought a vibrant presence to the Redskins as an entertainer off the field, and as a warrior on it. There was little question he established himself as the face of the franchise during his stint with the Burgundy and Gold, and with his release on Monday, he leaves a legacy which will be heavily scrutinized in the coming weeks.
The most impressive aspect of Portis' time with the Redskins is his loyalty to Joe Gibbs. Gibbs expected Portis to change his running style and the young back bought into the new system regardless of his comfort level with it. He bulked up to prepare for the bruising role Gibbs wanted him to play and abandoned the one-cut mentality he had been taught in Denver. He wasn't a great fit for Gibbs' scheme, but rather than voice his displeasure at the situation, he adapted and rushed for over 1,000 yards in three of the four years he spent with the coaching legend.
He burst out of the gate with a 64-yard touchdown run on his first carry as a Redskin, led the team to playoff berths in 2005 and 2007 and departs as Washington's second leading all-time rusher behind the great John Riggins.
While Portis managed to succeed with Gibbs, it is easy to think about what could have been. Gibbs handed him the ball 695 times in his first two seasons with the Redskins. He was never quite the same afterwards. It's no secret that Portis refused to commit to a steady workout regimen during the offseason. Preparing for football in the weight room wasn't a priority and it hampered his production.
Neither Gibbs nor his predecessor Jim Zorn could ever convince him to come to training camp in tip-top condition and as the workload wore him down, Portis found his skills eroding. The extra weight cut into his speed and injuries forced him to think twice about seeking out contact.
However, when he was at the top of his game, there weren't many better. In 2005, he posted nine 100-yard games on the ground including five straight to end the season. The Redskins won their last five games that year and made the playoffs.
His most memorable season might have been 2007. Portis and the Redskins overcame the emotional toll taken on them by the murder of Sean Taylor, winning their last four games to surge into the postseason. Portis scored twice in a Week 17 elimination contest against the Cowboys, spurring a dramatic victory to clinch a trip to Seattle. After his second touchdown, he paid tribute to his friend by revealing a Sean Taylor t-shirt under his jersey. The image of Portis flipping into the end zone after breaking two tackles is one of the lasting memories created at FedEx Field.
The entire team fell apart after a 6-2 start under Zorn in 2008, and Portis was never the same after an incredible eight game stretch that year. By the time Mike Shanahan entered the scene to reunite with him, the back was already well into the twilight of his career.
February 25, 2011
Weekend Roundup: Combine 2011
It's that time of year again. We're already starved for football, so we tune into a weekend of guys sprinting 40 yards at a time and throwing up an inhuman amount of repetitions on bench press. And for some reason, it's entertaining.
Here's what I'm reading to keep up to date with all the latest comings and goings from Indianapolis.
Mike Jones has been doing a fantastic job as the new Redskins Insider. He has a great offering on spread QBs trying to make it in the NFL.
Who's been taken with the tenth overall selection in years past? Larry Weisman gives us some recent history about the pick.
The Redskins have a ton of needs so why force it and take a QB if Mike Shanahan isn't sold on any of the top prospects at the position? Rick Snider advises patience and I couldn't agree more.
Snider believes Gabbert won't fall to No. 10 and he isn't a Cam Newton fan. I'm of like mind in regards to Newton. Like Snider writes "there's just something about Newton that says pass."
I have watched a lot of Gabbert the past week and there's a lot to like. He has a great arm and a solid release. Still, he's unpolished and a spread QB. I'll be writing about him for SB Nation DC next week so stay tuned.
But back to the main point, the Redskins might be better off making a lower profile selection that fills one of the other many holes on the roster.
Rich Campbell addressed those holes specifically on the defensive front in his latest article. It's getting tougher to find 3-4 talent and the Redskins are picking in a tough position if they want a nose tackle or outside linebacker.
Another Rich, this one of the Tandler variety, had a good article on the youth movement that should be taking place in the next few seasons for Washington.
Rich and I have discussed this before and though I agree the Redskins need to get younger, I don't think it should be at the expense of every veteran player on the roster. There are a few who can still be productive while remaining affordable, but on the whole, it is time to inject some youth.
That's it for now. Grab your popcorn, sit back, and enjoy the combine. I'll be here this weekend providing you all with my thoughts on what's going down in Indy.
Here's what I'm reading to keep up to date with all the latest comings and goings from Indianapolis.
Mike Jones has been doing a fantastic job as the new Redskins Insider. He has a great offering on spread QBs trying to make it in the NFL.
Who's been taken with the tenth overall selection in years past? Larry Weisman gives us some recent history about the pick.
The Redskins have a ton of needs so why force it and take a QB if Mike Shanahan isn't sold on any of the top prospects at the position? Rick Snider advises patience and I couldn't agree more.
Snider believes Gabbert won't fall to No. 10 and he isn't a Cam Newton fan. I'm of like mind in regards to Newton. Like Snider writes "there's just something about Newton that says pass."
I have watched a lot of Gabbert the past week and there's a lot to like. He has a great arm and a solid release. Still, he's unpolished and a spread QB. I'll be writing about him for SB Nation DC next week so stay tuned.
But back to the main point, the Redskins might be better off making a lower profile selection that fills one of the other many holes on the roster.
Rich Campbell addressed those holes specifically on the defensive front in his latest article. It's getting tougher to find 3-4 talent and the Redskins are picking in a tough position if they want a nose tackle or outside linebacker.
Another Rich, this one of the Tandler variety, had a good article on the youth movement that should be taking place in the next few seasons for Washington.
Rich and I have discussed this before and though I agree the Redskins need to get younger, I don't think it should be at the expense of every veteran player on the roster. There are a few who can still be productive while remaining affordable, but on the whole, it is time to inject some youth.
That's it for now. Grab your popcorn, sit back, and enjoy the combine. I'll be here this weekend providing you all with my thoughts on what's going down in Indy.
February 24, 2011
Redskins Roundtable: Offseason Musings Part Two
Here's round two. Part one can be read here.
3. Out of all the Redskins set to hit the free agent market, which one does Bruce Allen have to re-sign?
3. Out of all the Redskins set to hit the free agent market, which one does Bruce Allen have to re-sign?
Pappas: Santana Moss (Editor's note: I was hoping for some elaboration, but seeing as I agree with Pappas and have argued this point ad naseum, I think you guys get it).
Murf: Jammal Brown, Santana Moss and Carlos Rogers are the three guys I feel the Redskins should make a strong push to bring back. Brown and Moss have said repeatedly that they want to be back in Washington, but Rogers looks like he's hoping for a big pay day. If the money is right though, I'd love for all of them to return.
Ed: Fortunately, the Redskins would not be hit hard if they lost every FA available on their roster. If they are to continue building off their six win season, retaining WR Santana Moss is essential. I wouldn't go beyond a three year deal with Moss, but they may prove to be difficult unless the Redskins can front-end the bulk of his salary in 2011 and 2012.
Rajan: He got a fair bit of criticism this season, but in my book, it's gotta be Tackle Jammal Brown.
When Brown is healthy, we're talking about a player who has been to the Pro Bowl twice in the past five years, and is versatile enough to play either left or right tackle. We have to remember that he was still recovering from surgery that he had on his hip. While his injuries did manage to heal (to some extent) as the season went on, it's impossible for anyone to fully recover from that injury, given the wear and tear they go through during the season.
Coming into 2011, Brown has a chance to finally start the season healthy. Pairing Brown with Trent Williams would give the Redskins Pro Bowl-caliber bookends on the offensive line for at least another half decade.
Keely: The ‘Skins cannot afford to lose their most reliable receiver, Santana Moss. Moss' accomplishments last season included a career-high 93 catches for a second best 1,115 yards. He placed 3rd in the league in receptions and 10th in total yards. Without his contributions, the team would have been in even worse shape.
4. What concerns you the most about the current state of the roster?
Pappas: A lack of talent across the board. At this point it is easier to list the areas where they don't need help - and that would be tight end.
Murf: Too old. Too slow. Too few playmakers on all sides of the ball.
But other than that, they're great.
Ed: The biggest concerns I have with the Redskins' roster heading into the 2011 season is age and Albert Haynesworth. Haynesworth needs to go. If they can't trade him, cut him.
It is my hope that the Redskins will let some of the aging veterans go and bring in faster, stronger, and hungrier players. There are too many players on the Redskins roster who play not to get hurt. Although that is the culture in today's NFL with no guaranteed contracts, there are younger players out there who don't have the big contracts that will sell-out for their big pay day.
New England has mastered managing players who start to show signs of playing only for the money. They ship them out quickly and bring in players looking for opportunity. Bruce Allen and Mike Shanahan will turn things around, but it is a process and it won't happen overnight.
Rajan: Honestly, it's the severe lack of quality depth at so many key positions. I've been saying this all along: most people don't realize how unbelievably bare the cupboards were once Cerrato was dismissed and Allen & Shanahan came aboard.
I know it's cliche to say when it comes to the Redskins, but when you keep trading away multiple draft picks, year after year, for a single player, it eventually comes back to bite you. They're dangerously thin at running back, wide receiver, the interior of the offensive line, inside linebacker, cornerback (with Carlos Rogers and Phillip Buchanon being free agents), and free safety.
Redskins fans can cross their fingers that a "bigger name" prospect in the draft falls to Washington's selection at No. 10, but if they have an opportunity to trade back (ideally into the mid-to-late-teens) and pick up a second and/or third rounder, they have to do it. This team needs depth, youth, and speed - and lots of it.
Keely: Our wide receiver and quarterback situations give me most cause for concern. Despite the poor defensive performance last season, the Redskins have enough talented on defense to give them an opportunity to succeed. The offense, however, lacks a viable long-term candidate for quarterback.
After benching Donovan McNabb, the Redskins found themselves without a starting-caliber quarterback. Santana Moss, whose contract expired in February, had an excellent season, but has been the only consistent playmaker at wide receiver. Though Anthony Armstrong showed big-play potential and made considerable progress, his production was sporadic.
Murf: Jammal Brown, Santana Moss and Carlos Rogers are the three guys I feel the Redskins should make a strong push to bring back. Brown and Moss have said repeatedly that they want to be back in Washington, but Rogers looks like he's hoping for a big pay day. If the money is right though, I'd love for all of them to return.
Ed: Fortunately, the Redskins would not be hit hard if they lost every FA available on their roster. If they are to continue building off their six win season, retaining WR Santana Moss is essential. I wouldn't go beyond a three year deal with Moss, but they may prove to be difficult unless the Redskins can front-end the bulk of his salary in 2011 and 2012.
Rajan: He got a fair bit of criticism this season, but in my book, it's gotta be Tackle Jammal Brown.
When Brown is healthy, we're talking about a player who has been to the Pro Bowl twice in the past five years, and is versatile enough to play either left or right tackle. We have to remember that he was still recovering from surgery that he had on his hip. While his injuries did manage to heal (to some extent) as the season went on, it's impossible for anyone to fully recover from that injury, given the wear and tear they go through during the season.
Coming into 2011, Brown has a chance to finally start the season healthy. Pairing Brown with Trent Williams would give the Redskins Pro Bowl-caliber bookends on the offensive line for at least another half decade.
Keely: The ‘Skins cannot afford to lose their most reliable receiver, Santana Moss. Moss' accomplishments last season included a career-high 93 catches for a second best 1,115 yards. He placed 3rd in the league in receptions and 10th in total yards. Without his contributions, the team would have been in even worse shape.
4. What concerns you the most about the current state of the roster?
Pappas: A lack of talent across the board. At this point it is easier to list the areas where they don't need help - and that would be tight end.
Murf: Too old. Too slow. Too few playmakers on all sides of the ball.
But other than that, they're great.
Ed: The biggest concerns I have with the Redskins' roster heading into the 2011 season is age and Albert Haynesworth. Haynesworth needs to go. If they can't trade him, cut him.
It is my hope that the Redskins will let some of the aging veterans go and bring in faster, stronger, and hungrier players. There are too many players on the Redskins roster who play not to get hurt. Although that is the culture in today's NFL with no guaranteed contracts, there are younger players out there who don't have the big contracts that will sell-out for their big pay day.
New England has mastered managing players who start to show signs of playing only for the money. They ship them out quickly and bring in players looking for opportunity. Bruce Allen and Mike Shanahan will turn things around, but it is a process and it won't happen overnight.
Rajan: Honestly, it's the severe lack of quality depth at so many key positions. I've been saying this all along: most people don't realize how unbelievably bare the cupboards were once Cerrato was dismissed and Allen & Shanahan came aboard.
I know it's cliche to say when it comes to the Redskins, but when you keep trading away multiple draft picks, year after year, for a single player, it eventually comes back to bite you. They're dangerously thin at running back, wide receiver, the interior of the offensive line, inside linebacker, cornerback (with Carlos Rogers and Phillip Buchanon being free agents), and free safety.
Redskins fans can cross their fingers that a "bigger name" prospect in the draft falls to Washington's selection at No. 10, but if they have an opportunity to trade back (ideally into the mid-to-late-teens) and pick up a second and/or third rounder, they have to do it. This team needs depth, youth, and speed - and lots of it.
Keely: Our wide receiver and quarterback situations give me most cause for concern. Despite the poor defensive performance last season, the Redskins have enough talented on defense to give them an opportunity to succeed. The offense, however, lacks a viable long-term candidate for quarterback.
After benching Donovan McNabb, the Redskins found themselves without a starting-caliber quarterback. Santana Moss, whose contract expired in February, had an excellent season, but has been the only consistent playmaker at wide receiver. Though Anthony Armstrong showed big-play potential and made considerable progress, his production was sporadic.
February 23, 2011
Redskins Roundtable: Offseason Musings Part One
Coverage of the Redskins is in no short supply on the Internet. Various media outlets and blogs do a fantastic job breaking down all the comings and goings involving this team and without them I honestly wouldn't be able to keep in the loop.
I've been writing this blog for a a few years and this offseason, I felt it would be a good idea to bring in some fresh perspectives to the site. So I reached out to a few of my fellow writers and set up the first Redskins Roundtable on 'Skins Talk.
This will be an occasional feature in which four or five extra voices will address some of the big issues facing the Redskins at that particular time. This time around we examine the draft, free agency, Donovan McNabb, and the culture change Mike Shanahan is bringing about.
The Players:
John Pappas-Pappas is the host of Skinscast and a contributor to Hail! Magazine among other endeavors. Shaun Suisham and Graham Gano are his all-time favorite Redskins and he's pulling for Shanahan to draft Alex Henery in the first round.
Brian Murphy-Murf goes by the name Homer McFanboy and is the Editor-in-Chief of Hail! Magazine. He's another member of Skinscast and has been covering Washington area sports for...well, a very long time.
Ed Sheahin-Ed is one of the nicest guys in the business. He covered the Redskins for CBS Sports in 2009 and is now writing for Sports Fan Live.
Rajan Nanavati-Rajan is the Editor at Redskins Gab and is a Virginia Tech alumnus. So he's alright in my book.
Keely Diven-Keely is a contributor at Redskins Gab and provides the female voice for our Roundtable. If you haven't checked out Redskins Gab be sure to do so. They churn out quality content daily.
That's the lineup for this inaugural edition of the Redskins Roundtable. We're breaking this first one into two parts. Enjoy!
I've been writing this blog for a a few years and this offseason, I felt it would be a good idea to bring in some fresh perspectives to the site. So I reached out to a few of my fellow writers and set up the first Redskins Roundtable on 'Skins Talk.
This will be an occasional feature in which four or five extra voices will address some of the big issues facing the Redskins at that particular time. This time around we examine the draft, free agency, Donovan McNabb, and the culture change Mike Shanahan is bringing about.
The Players:
John Pappas-Pappas is the host of Skinscast and a contributor to Hail! Magazine among other endeavors. Shaun Suisham and Graham Gano are his all-time favorite Redskins and he's pulling for Shanahan to draft Alex Henery in the first round.
Brian Murphy-Murf goes by the name Homer McFanboy and is the Editor-in-Chief of Hail! Magazine. He's another member of Skinscast and has been covering Washington area sports for...well, a very long time.
Ed Sheahin-Ed is one of the nicest guys in the business. He covered the Redskins for CBS Sports in 2009 and is now writing for Sports Fan Live.
Rajan Nanavati-Rajan is the Editor at Redskins Gab and is a Virginia Tech alumnus. So he's alright in my book.
Keely Diven-Keely is a contributor at Redskins Gab and provides the female voice for our Roundtable. If you haven't checked out Redskins Gab be sure to do so. They churn out quality content daily.
That's the lineup for this inaugural edition of the Redskins Roundtable. We're breaking this first one into two parts. Enjoy!
February 22, 2011
What's the Deal With St. Patrick's Day Merchandise?
I like holidays. I'm a huge fan of gifts and eating and drinking. But what I don't like is the marketing done by sports franchises on St. Patrick's Day.
The Redskins sent out an email today, advertising their St. Patty's Day apparel.
Funny but the Redskins don't have green in their color scheme and Washington DC isn't Boston, Buffalo, or Chicago. The Nation's Capital has zero ties to Ireland and quite frankly I can't remember the last time I saw a shamrock growing on Constitution and Seventh.
The Redskins aren't alone in this. It's a league-wide gimmick designed to sell more memorabilia and jerseys, but when the NFL is trying to sell Dolphins fans this, I think we can safely say St. Patrick's Day themed merchandise is a complete joke.
Here's a peek at what the Redskins are offering:
The Redskins sent out an email today, advertising their St. Patty's Day apparel.
Funny but the Redskins don't have green in their color scheme and Washington DC isn't Boston, Buffalo, or Chicago. The Nation's Capital has zero ties to Ireland and quite frankly I can't remember the last time I saw a shamrock growing on Constitution and Seventh.
The Redskins aren't alone in this. It's a league-wide gimmick designed to sell more memorabilia and jerseys, but when the NFL is trying to sell Dolphins fans this, I think we can safely say St. Patrick's Day themed merchandise is a complete joke.
Here's a peek at what the Redskins are offering:
That's the best they could do? A generic three leaf clover with a Redskins logo thrown in at the top. Honestly, I wouldn't have even noticed it was a Redskins T-shirt if I had seen it in person The hat isn't fitted so that's a no-go as well. Maybe I'll just roll with these.
I would be a little less annoyed if the NFL came up with an energized marketing campaign for this holiday, but green T-shirts and Pilsner glasses display an halfhearted attempt to sell a few extra products to markets that possess no roots in Irish heritage.
February 21, 2011
Have The Redskins Learned How To Be Smart In Free Agency?
It was only a matter of time before the Redskins figured out free agency. After all, they've had since 1993 to master the art.
If the developing OJ Atogwe story is an indication of how savvy Bruce Allen can be, then I'm sold. Allen wasn't aware Atogwe would be cut a year after signing another contract with the Rams, but the simple fact that he passed on the free safety when the asking price was too high speaks volumes to a cautious approach in free agency.
In 2010, the Rams let Atogwe test the free agent market for three weeks in June after declining to sign him to a one-year tender. However, he chose to sign a five-year, $31.6 million deal with St. Louis after talking with several other teams. The contract promised him an $8 million roster bonus this offseason, prompting the Rams to part ways with him last week.
Last offseason, Mike Shanahan deflected questions from reporters trying to gauge his interest in Atogwe before the latter signed with the Rams.
"We're always interested in upgrading our football team, and if it helped us with the right situation and the price was right, and somebody is available, we're always going to look into it," he said. "We do have some depth at certain positions and we've got some pretty good players at certain positions. You've got to take a look at the value of the player, how much money, draft choices. There's so many factors involved. We'll do what we can to help our football team improve, but look at the economics as well as the strength of the position."
We'll never know for sure if the Redskins took a look at Atogwe in 2010, but the point is they passed on an expensive free agent and now have the opportunity to sign him to a more cost-effective deal. Call it patience; call it good fortune; I don't care. The days of rabid spending are over.
Bruce Allen wasn't hired to make football decisions so much as he was brought in to adopt a policy of fiscal responsibility in the front office. He's a numbers guy and thus far, he's avoided any huge financial commitments to underachieving, aging players.
He will probably back out of the Donovan McNabb deal and the higher profile signings of Willie Parker and Larry Johnson didn't take much from the coffers (Parker's deal had a max of $3.1 million and Johnson's base salary was a little over $1 million per year). The Redskins took a gamble on the pair of older running backs and though it backfired, there was little to no financial strain in signing them.
Unlike Johnson and Parker, Atogwe still has plenty left in the tank. He will be 30 in June, but a ballhawking free safety doesn't experience the same wear and tear a running back endures. Brian Dawkins was 30 in 2003 and that didn't stop him from making the Pro Bowl five more times. Darren Sharper has 18 interceptions in five seasons after turning 30 as well.
Atogwe also played for Jim Haslett when the current Redskins defensive coordinator was with the Rams from 2006-08 both as a defensive coordinator and an interim head coach in 2008. During those three seasons, Atogwe had 232 tackles 16 interceptions, and 11 forced fumbles under Haslett.
His release has generated some interest around the league and he met with Washington on Monday, paying a visit to what will likely be his most active suitor. The Redskins need a a free safety to complement LaRon Landry and Atogwe fits the bill.
Speaking of bills, Allen lived up to his reputation and saved Washington a pile of them because he knows good things come to those who wait. Atogwe might not end up a Redskin, but Allen's restraint in this situation is a display of what solid decision-making can do.
Stay tuned.
UPDATE: Atogwe actually arrived Monday night per Mike Jones and is visiting with the team today.
If the developing OJ Atogwe story is an indication of how savvy Bruce Allen can be, then I'm sold. Allen wasn't aware Atogwe would be cut a year after signing another contract with the Rams, but the simple fact that he passed on the free safety when the asking price was too high speaks volumes to a cautious approach in free agency.
In 2010, the Rams let Atogwe test the free agent market for three weeks in June after declining to sign him to a one-year tender. However, he chose to sign a five-year, $31.6 million deal with St. Louis after talking with several other teams. The contract promised him an $8 million roster bonus this offseason, prompting the Rams to part ways with him last week.
Last offseason, Mike Shanahan deflected questions from reporters trying to gauge his interest in Atogwe before the latter signed with the Rams.
"We're always interested in upgrading our football team, and if it helped us with the right situation and the price was right, and somebody is available, we're always going to look into it," he said. "We do have some depth at certain positions and we've got some pretty good players at certain positions. You've got to take a look at the value of the player, how much money, draft choices. There's so many factors involved. We'll do what we can to help our football team improve, but look at the economics as well as the strength of the position."
We'll never know for sure if the Redskins took a look at Atogwe in 2010, but the point is they passed on an expensive free agent and now have the opportunity to sign him to a more cost-effective deal. Call it patience; call it good fortune; I don't care. The days of rabid spending are over.
Bruce Allen wasn't hired to make football decisions so much as he was brought in to adopt a policy of fiscal responsibility in the front office. He's a numbers guy and thus far, he's avoided any huge financial commitments to underachieving, aging players.
He will probably back out of the Donovan McNabb deal and the higher profile signings of Willie Parker and Larry Johnson didn't take much from the coffers (Parker's deal had a max of $3.1 million and Johnson's base salary was a little over $1 million per year). The Redskins took a gamble on the pair of older running backs and though it backfired, there was little to no financial strain in signing them.
Unlike Johnson and Parker, Atogwe still has plenty left in the tank. He will be 30 in June, but a ballhawking free safety doesn't experience the same wear and tear a running back endures. Brian Dawkins was 30 in 2003 and that didn't stop him from making the Pro Bowl five more times. Darren Sharper has 18 interceptions in five seasons after turning 30 as well.
Atogwe also played for Jim Haslett when the current Redskins defensive coordinator was with the Rams from 2006-08 both as a defensive coordinator and an interim head coach in 2008. During those three seasons, Atogwe had 232 tackles 16 interceptions, and 11 forced fumbles under Haslett.
His release has generated some interest around the league and he met with Washington on Monday, paying a visit to what will likely be his most active suitor. The Redskins need a a free safety to complement LaRon Landry and Atogwe fits the bill.
Speaking of bills, Allen lived up to his reputation and saved Washington a pile of them because he knows good things come to those who wait. Atogwe might not end up a Redskin, but Allen's restraint in this situation is a display of what solid decision-making can do.
Stay tuned.
UPDATE: Atogwe actually arrived Monday night per Mike Jones and is visiting with the team today.
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