Bon Secours Training Center (Richmond, Virginia). All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. Griffin and his father pushed for changes in the offense under former coach Mike Shanahan. Subscribe to our Free Newsletter, This Month in Sports ReferenceFind out when we add a feature or make a change. As NFL history tells us, most rookie quarterbacks struggle. Jan 3, 2016 Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins broke the franchise record for passing yards in a single season Sunday. Are you a Stathead, too? QB: Kirk Cousins * 28: 4: 16: 406 for 606, 4,917 yards, 25 td, 12 int, & 34 rushes for 96 yards and 4 td: Washington Redskins / 4th / 102nd pick / 2012: RB: Robert Kelley : 24: Rook: 9: 168 rushes for 704 yards, 6 td, & 12 catches for 82 yards and 1 td: WR: Pierre Garcon: 30: 8: 16: 79 catches for 1,041 yards, 3 td: Indianapolis Colts / 6th / 205th pick / 2008: WR: DeSean Jackson: 30: 8: 15 That means that the Redskins go into 2016 with Kirk Cousins, McCoy, and, well, nobody. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. 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Redskins Photos | Washington Redskins - Redskins.com 2016 NFL Combine Workouts: Quarterbacks Here's a gallery from the quarterback workouts that took place at the 2016 NFL Combine (AP). Sure, they would sign someone off of the street as an extra arm, either an older retread like McCoy or a younger player, perhaps an undrafted free agent. He opened October by directing a 15-play, 90-yard touchdown drive in the final two minutes to defeat the Philadelphia Eagles, 23-20, punctuating the victory with a 4-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Pierre Garcon. Kyle Allen will make his first start as the Washington Football Team's quarterback Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams. A transcript of Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins' press conference Jul. Washington Redskins coach Ron Rivera expects newly acquired Kyle Allen to provide 2019 first-round pick Dwayne Haskins with a strong challenge for the starting quarterback job next season. In another head-scratcher, they exercised Griffin's $16.155 million contract option for 2016 despite his ineffectiveness the past two seasons. But Cousins has a respectable 58.8 total QBR, ranking 17th in the league. Although Washington's football people are ready to move on from Griffin, he's still on the roster. On the other hand, bringing in an experienced passer to play the position while McCloughan continues his attempt to rebuild the team's weak roster through the draft might be the best short-term solution to the Redskins' biggest long-term problem. The three trades completed by the Redskins during the 2016 NFL Draft were the team's most during a draft since 2011 (four). Because Griffin is opposed to playing that way. NFC East Division As the team's third-string quarterback, Griffin is buried on the bench. Go back to Griffin.. Considering Griffin's injury history (he has had two knee reconstructions and a severe ankle injury), picking up the option made no sense. The Redskins drafted Sudfeld in the sixth round of the 2016 NFL Draft. Early in 2014, Gruden determined Griffin cannot thrive in a traditional pro-style offense, let alone one that requires as much of the quarterback as a true West Coast scheme. But with injury-prone Griffin having been benched for poor play three times in as many seasons by two head coaches, and Cousins, despite signs of promise, still striving for consistency, the Redskins find themselves in a quarterback quandary. Kirk Cousins was later named the starter for the … In four of Washington's seven games, Cousins has thrown two interceptions. The problem is, Cousins' failure to protect the football remains a problem. Reid: Who will be Washington's QB in 2016? "He's obviously shown some flashes of being one heck of a quarterback," coach Jay Gruden said of Cousins earlier this week. Nov 20, 2016; Landover, MD, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) talks with Washington Redskins cornerback Josh Norman (24) and Washington Redskins head coach Jay … Earlier this week, colleague Mike Sando ran down a list of quarterbacks who could change teams in 2016. Former Redskins QB Robert Griffin III visits Browns. "You, like, scratch your head sometimes," Gruden said. In 2016, Gruden needs to show clear signs he's the right person for his job. By Gabe Ward Apr 17, 2016, 9:31am EDT Hilton and Cam Akers, but don't trust any Steelers, Seattle superstars Sue Bird and Russell Wilson in conversation, Former columnist and Redskins beat writer for Washington Post, Covered multiple beats over 15 years at Los Angeles Times, University of Southern California graduate. Sign Cousins to a long-term deal.. Long before Gruden announced Cousins would enter the regular season as the starter, Washington's staff had determined Cousins was far ahead of Griffin in operating the Redskins' West Coast offense, people familiar with their thinking say. Most data provided by 24-7 Baseball, creators of the ESPN Pro Football Encyclopedia. Gruden inherited a mess, but he can't fall back on that forever. Kirk Cousins is adjusting to a new role this off-season, as for the first time in his career, he is the returning and undisputed starting quarterback for the Redskins heading into 2016. All rights reserved. He has eight touchdowns on such throws this season, tied for the most in the NFL. the official stats partner of the NFL. The Redskins need a guy in the quarterback room with Haskins, and maybe two. By Conor Orr Around The NFL Writer; Published: March 19, 2016 at 05:36 p.m. Kirk Daniel Cousins (born August 19, 1988) is an American football Gruden has a lot invested in Cousins, who has led the team to a 3-4 mark entering its bye week. You don't finish last in the NFC East six of the past seven seasons by making sound decisions. Redskins ow that the contractual matters are settled, at least until January, it’s time to see what Kirk Cousins can do in his second season as the Redskins’ starting quarterback. Went from talk of ‘What’s wrong with Aaron Rodgers?’ to running the table … — Washington Redskins (@Redskins) August 4, 2016 Putting a tight end at quarterback may sound like a doomsday scenario for any NFL team, … We present them here for purely educational purposes. After a trying year for quarterbacks in Washington, we may as well relive the good days of quarterback stability for the Redskins and power rank the top five quarterbacks in Redskin history.. ... Having been drafted by the Bills in 2016, CJ only got to throw 11 passes in the NFL regular season. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. But the Redskins do crazy stuff all the time. And as long as Griffin remains with the team, there's a chance he could lead it again. Aaron Rodgers recovered from a poor start to throw for two touchdowns, Eddie Lacy and James Starks each ran for a score, and the Packers came back to beat Washington 35-18. Here is an analysis grading the Redskins pick. Washington Redskins 2016 Draft Profiles: Paxton Lynch, QB Hogs Haven takes a look at 2016 NFL Draft prospects that could contribute to the Redskins. With Cousins playing brilliantly in the second half (21-of-25, 3 TDs), the Redskins rallied from a 24-0 second-quarter deficit to stun the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 31-30. Cousins entered Week … I know, I know: I just wrote Cousins is the right guy for Gruden, so wouldn't Washington be... 3. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? At the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis last week, neither Redskins Coach Jay Gruden nor President Bruce Allen closed the door on quarterback Alex … Even if Gruden had the backing of management to try to develop another young passer, the fan base might not be as understanding. I know, I know: I just wrote Cousins is the right guy for Gruden, so wouldn't Washington be crazy to recommit to Griffin? Who will be the Washington Redskins' QB in 2016? Aaron Rodgers, Packers. Obviously, McCloughan and Gruden would prefer to use Griffin's roster spot, team sources say, on someone who could actually help the team, but Snyder and Redskins president Bruce Allen, who badly mismanaged the roster while he held McCloughan's job, have said Griffin stays put. Next season will be Gruden's third of a guaranteed five-year contract. The Redskins have 10 players on the season-ending injured reserve list. Do you have a blog? It could be to keep Cousins and draft a QB. The Redskins acquired four players in picks acquired by trade: WR Josh Doctson, DE Matt Ioannidis, QB Nate Sudfeld and LB Steven Daniels. : Bill Callahan (Offensive Line), Matt Cavanaugh (Quarterbacks), Perry Fewell (Defensive Backs) and Greg Manusky (Outside Linebackers), Preseason Odds: Super Bowl +2500; O/U: 7.5, Training Camp: Bon Secours Training Center (Richmond, Virginia), Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Tuesday, December 15, 6:53AM. This idea could gain traction, especially if Cousins racks up a few more... 2. Washington Redskins quarterback Colt McCoy (16) and wide receiver Rashad Ross (19) celebrate connecting for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the New York Jets, Friday, Aug. 19, 2016, in Landover, Md. For his closing act in the month, Cousins led the biggest comeback in franchise history. When you stand on a table for someone who is not the owner's choice, your guy had better succeed. After committing six draft picks -- including five in high rounds -- as recently as 2012 to acquire Robert Griffin III and Kirk Cousins, it's stunning the Redskins lack stability at the game's most important position. Sudfeld, 6-foot-6, 235 pounds, appeared in 37 games for Indiana over the course of four seasons, collecting 7,879 yards and 66 touchdowns to just 20 interceptions. Join our linker program. Pro-Football-Reference utilizes Official NFL data for current NFL seasons. The Washington Redskins have as many quarterbacks who are assured of being on their 2016 roster as they do playoff victories the past nine seasons: zero. (Journeyman Colt McCoy is viewed strictly as a backup, people in Washington's football operation say.). 406 for 606, 4,917 yards, 25 td, 12 int, & 34 rushes for 96 yards and 4 td, 168 rushes for 704 yards, 6 td, & 12 catches for 82 yards and 1 td, 1.5 sacks, 0 interceptions, 0 fumbles recovered, 1.0 sacks, 0 interceptions, 0 fumbles recovered, 3.5 sacks, 0 interceptions, 0 fumbles recovered, 4.5 sacks, 1 interception, 0 fumbles recovered, 0.0 sacks, 1 interception, 2 fumbles recovered, 11.0 sacks, 0 interceptions, 0 fumbles recovered, 1.0 sacks, 3 interceptions, 0 fumbles recovered, 0.0 sacks, 3 interceptions, 0 fumbles recovered. In the final year of his rookie contract, Cousins is a bargain at $660,000. 1. How will the Redskins address this in the offseason? After releasing Griffin III in March, the Redskins rounded out the quarterback depth chart with Sudfeld, a sixth-round pick in the 2016 NFL Draft. On one hand, this would only be a stopgap measure -- generally speaking, difference-making signal-callers aren't available in trades or free agency. Too often last season, Griffin displayed an alarming lack of pocket presence, made the wrong protection calls and held the ball while receivers ran free. 2016 Washington Redskins Draft Profiles Washington Redskins 2016 Draft Profiles: Connor Cook, QB Hogs Haven takes a look at 2016 NFL Draft prospects that could contribute to the Redskins. Or write about sports? Ultimately, it could become the most important decision McCloughan makes. Demise of the 2020 New York Jets: 13 reasons for 13 losses, Projected 2021 NFL draft order: It's Jets vs. Jaguars for the No. In the third year of a coach's program, if things are going in the right direction, progress should be evident. Deservedly, Gruden has received poor marks for how he criticized Griffin in public last fall compared with his white-glove treatment of Cousins this season. Obviously, that's not good. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Do you have a sports website? Data Provided By For Gruden, this would be the worst choice. The fear among Washington's football people is that, if Cousins falters, Snyder and Allen will push for Griffin to start again this season. Acquire a veteran quarterback through a trade or free agency. It could be drafting a QB and acquiring one through free agency. Of course, that leads to a question: Why don't the Redskins go back to the college option-style approach that helped Griffin have the most efficient season for a rookie passer in NFL history? After Gruden replaced Shanahan after the 2013 season, the Redskins determined it was best for Griffin to play primarily in the pocket. But McCloughan needs to see more consistency from Cousins to recommend sticking with him. Here's what the numbers mean: Cousins definitely is the best option on the roster to run Gruden's offense. His remaining on the roster may have less to do with his performance throughout the … The thinking was the move would reduce Griffin's risk of injury, potentially enabling the team to recoup its massive investment in the 2012 Heisman Trophy winner, who was guaranteed more than $21 million in his rookie deal. Sep 12, 2016; Landover, MD, USA; Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) is hit by Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker L.J. Here are their options: This idea could gain traction, especially if Cousins racks up a few more fourth-quarter gems. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Find out more. Washington Redskins starting quarterback Kirk Cousins (8), grimaces as he throws the ball during the NFL football team’s minicamp at the Redskins … (AP Photo/Nick Wass) Copyright © 2000-2020 Sports Reference LLC. Against the Buccaneers, Cousins went 24-for-26 on passes traveling 5 or fewer yards, including 14-for-15 with three touchdowns in the final two quarters, according to ESPN Stats & Information. Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) celebrates at the conclusion of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Landover, Md., Monday, Dec. 19, 2016… 28, 2016.  (Schedule and Results), Other Notable Asst. The contract is guaranteed only for injury, meaning the team would be on the hook for Griffin's full salary -- and the cap hit -- if he failed a physical at the start of the league year. Cousins continued to show improvement in the short-passing system that's predicated on timing and rhythm, prompting Gruden and general manager Scot McCloughan to bench Griffin despite owner Daniel Snyder's affinity for the NFL's 2012 offensive rookie of the year. 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