The Redskins play their final preseason game on the road against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on September 1.
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As veteran defensive tackle Kyle Williams noted, “We were a little surprised (at not playing) but the guys who were held out are experienced and get their work in and (Ryan) knows that”. “And then I think he’s a good, physical runner that squares runs off and does a nice job finishing falling forward”. They are used to evaluate talent depth, find the outstanding rookie, and for the starters to get a rhythm. The two players it will likely come down to is Zimmer (No. 63) and Edwards (No. 93), the two that have flashed the most ability through the summer.
With two seconds left in the second quarter, Dan Carpenter added his third field goal of the half, a 52 yarder, to pull the Bills to within 21-9 at halftime.
Redskins: LB Su’a Cravens was used on several key third downs with the first-team defense.
THERE WAS one certainty though.
Coin Toss Misadventure: It’s preseason for the officials, too – even highly experienced ones such as referee Ed Hochuli.
All starters traditionally sit out the final exhibition game, which for the Bills, is next Thursday night at Detroit.
The worst was the first.
But with so many red flags, why draft him? It seemed a ideal example of where an official’s discretion – based on observation – should have taken precedence.
But then quarterback Kirk Cousins settled down. Again, no intent, no viciousness … mere incidental contact.
– Last week Rex Ryan hinted that the team’s star wide receiver, Sammy Watkins, would be eligible to play against the New York Giants, and would get a possible series.
Herron only ran five times for 17 yards, but with LeSean McCoy resting, Reggie Bush having an early night, and Jonathan Williams getting hurt, he had to play a lot of snaps and showed he can be a valuable part of the passing game, collecting five catches (tied for the team-high) for 49 yards.
On the next drive after the defense forced the Bills into a three-and-out, Cousins and Jordan Reed joined forces for a 20-yard touchdown score for the athletic tight end.
SOME OBSERVATIONS on the Bills performance.
While Kerrigan’s injury may be the most concerning, Marshall’s could have the biggest impact on the roster.
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After another penalty and a sack, Manuel was intercepted on the game’s final play. But he was most impressive on the run, going 38 yards on three carries, losing 15 more on Powell’s penalty.
