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[quote=Chico23231;1130799]when it comes to the Skins right now...Cousins been consistent enough the second half of the season, but not the run game. We really the run game to rebound...stop the matt jones fumbling, Alfmo needs to be better hitting hole and getting production with his opportunities and Chris Thompson needs to get healthier and needs more opportunities as well. Oline needs to be more consistent as well.

To me the Cousins talk is kinda dead at this point....[/quote]

I agree. The running game could make a hell of a difference and Cousins has been playing without one for awhile.

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The run game had a semi-resurgence against the Giants. It still wasn't very good, but I think the success of the passing game helped open up some holes that might not have been there before.

The TD to Desean, the screen pass to Matt Jones. Those will change a defense's approach in a hurry. The Eagles used to slice up a defense with those delayed screen passes in the McNabb/Westbrook era. They were so good at drawing extra defenders in to chase the QB and he'd toss it right to the RB who was positioned in a vacated space.

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[quote=53Fan;1130803]I agree. The running game could make a hell of a difference and Cousins has been playing without one for awhile.[/quote]

To be completely honest, Cousins has been a surprise with his improving play...but I didn't expect this from the ground game. Im really disappointed with Alfmo's play...he doesn't look confident and doesn't hit the hole well. When he gets the ball hesitates and kinda looks around. Im equally disappointed with Matt Jones ball security...enough of the fumbling. BUT his running style is freakin great. If he wasn't such a fumbler, he would be the lead back by now. Thompson his improved with his time here...I actually would be ok with Thompson getting some more reps...more of Alfmos.

The absolute killer on the run game is Leributthole getting overmatched at center...Guy doesn't/cant play with leverage down there...we need to upgrade Center in the offseason in the worst way.

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[quote=Chico23231;1130809]To be completely honest, Cousins has been a surprise with his improving play...but I didn't expect this from the ground game. Im really disappointed with Alfmo's play...he doesn't look confident and doesn't hit the hole well. When he gets the ball hesitates and kinda looks around. Im equally disappointed with Matt Jones ball security...enough of the fumbling. BUT his running style is freakin great. If he wasn't such a fumbler, he would be the lead back by now. Thompson his improved with his time here...I actually would be ok with Thompson getting some more reps...more of Alfmos.

The absolute killer on the run game is Leributthole getting overmatched at center...Guy doesn't/cant play with leverage down there...we need to upgrade Center in the offseason in the worst way.[/quote]

lol, Leributthole

I have also been very disappointed in the backs. Jones has potential but how can you trust him during a key stretch where you're trying to lock up 1st place.

I know this gets away from McCloughan's trenches-first mentality, but the thought has crossed my mind that Leonard Fournette would look great in Burgundy & Gold.

But that's the fan in me speaking, I'd want McCloughan to do what he thinks is right.

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[quote=Schneed10;1130812]lol, Leributthole

I have also been very disappointed in the backs. Jones has potential but how can you trust him during a key stretch where you're trying to lock up 1st place.

I know this gets away from McCloughan's trenches-first mentality, but the thought has crossed my mind that Leonard Fournette would look great in Burgundy & Gold.

But that's the fan in me speaking, I'd want McCloughan to do what he thinks is right.[/quote]

Scot McCloughan also comes from Seattle, a run-first team with an elite RB in Lynch (at least before this season). While he is a trenches guy, Scot may also see the potential in having an elite RB; esp if Cousins continues to work out and the team doesn't need to invest on a QB with a high pick.

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[quote=Chico23231;1130809]To be completely honest, Cousins has been a surprise with his improving play...but I didn't expect this from the ground game. Im really disappointed with Alfmo's play...he doesn't look confident and doesn't hit the hole well. When he gets the ball hesitates and kinda looks around. Im equally disappointed with Matt Jones ball security...enough of the fumbling. BUT his running style is freakin great. If he wasn't such a fumbler, he would be the lead back by now. Thompson his improved with his time here...I actually would be ok with Thompson getting some more reps...more of Alfmos.

[B]The absolute killer on the run game is Leributthole getting overmatched at center...Guy doesn't/cant play with leverage down there...we need to upgrade Center in the offseason in the worst way.[/B][/quote]
If Callahan stays on, I imagine he will get a Center as a gift in the draft. My guess is many a fans will be screaming we took the guy too early, but Callahan will know who he wants, and SM will buy into it (after due diligence) hook line and sinker.

And that will be a very good thing!

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[quote=CRedskinsRule;1130819]If Callahan stays on, I imagine he will get a Center as a gift in the draft. My guess is many a fans will be screaming we took the guy too early, but Callahan will know who he wants, and SM will buy into it (after due diligence) hook line and sinker.

[B]And that will be a very good thing![/B][/quote]

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Kirk is also one of the highest rated 4th quarter passers in the nfl this yr

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[url=http://mmqb.si.com/mmqb/2015/12/01/kirk-cousins-washington-nfl]Kirk Cousins searches for excellence as Washington's starting QB | The MMQB with Peter King[/url]

Good Read..

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[quote=skinsfaninok;1130823]Kirk is also one of the highest rated 4th quarter passers in the nfl this yr[/quote]

also lowest INT % in the 4th qtr

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I am happy to see Cousins improvement over the year. I believe it may have been Joe Theismann who has been preaching that this is really Cousins' "rookie year" meaning his first true season as starting QB. He has yet to have an off-season where he is the guy, and it really has been an uphill battle for him in terms of getting reps / practice, etc..

I think next year might be totally different with Cousins having an entire off-season to prepare as the starter. I am no expert but I believe Cousins can be the franchise QB here. He seems to fire up the players and seems well-liked by his team-mates and all of his coaches, something that RG3 didn't have. Cousins just being on the field seems to get everybody fired up and super competitive. It also doesn't hurt that he is a genuine, down-to earth, good person, who is always supportive of everyone.

One thing I really like about him is how honest he is about his mistakes and shortcomings. He has no problem blaming himself for poor throws, poor plays, etc..

I hope this guy is the QB here for the next 10-12 years....

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Looking back at this QB saga, KC has really overcome the odds. He's had to deal with not being drafted as a starter and sitting behind Griffin. Only getting spot starts and was up and down, he got benched last year and was third team. Didn't even dress. What did he do? Made himself better this off season but still had to compete to be the 2. He beats out McCoy and then beats out Griffin as well. He has earned everything the hard way. Nothing was handed to him. Whether you like him or not, you have to respect him and the way he goes about his business.

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[quote=Brody81;1130829][url=http://mmqb.si.com/mmqb/2015/12/01/kirk-cousins-washington-nfl]Kirk Cousins searches for excellence as Washington's starting QB | The MMQB with Peter King[/url]

Good Read..[/quote]

Thanks for sharing, that's a great article. It's hard not to like him after seeing him deliver speeches like these:

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For me at least, the jury's still out, and will probably be out until the end of the year at minimum. But I think he's definitely made progress from the beginning of the season.

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Cousins is going to be a fantastic QB for many years ..the question is will it be in Washington or not. i have been a Cousins supporter for a long time even when he got benched for bad play. He has that calming influence in the huddle ..he is not some head case that will get into trouble with off field antics. This is the first time in many years I have some hope that the Skins are on the right path .

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[quote=Brody81;1130829][url=http://mmqb.si.com/mmqb/2015/12/01/kirk-cousins-washington-nfl]Kirk Cousins searches for excellence as Washington's starting QB | The MMQB with Peter King[/url]

Good Read..[/quote]

Very Interesting.....all 3 of our QB's are Bible Thumpers...very interesting indeed.