Penalties - What are they good for

[CRedskinsRule]

Absolutely Nothin.

I wouldn't have expected this stat:

Rich Campbell ‏@Rich_Campbell

The #Redskins enter Week 3 the most penalized team in the NFL by far. They have 23 for 223 yds. Next worst is Philly with 19 for 168.

But I know our opponents have continued drives due to some stupid personal fouls from our defense. And obviously the Morgan penalty falls right in line with stupid is as stupid does.

My question is, can the Skins stop this trend? Or are we going to see more and more bonehead plays resulting in game changing penalties.