A Grimm Fairy Tale

[skinsfan69]

Originally Posted by SFREDSKIN

Sometimes I wonder if you guys are "real" Redskins fans.

LOL! I'm as real as it gets but I also keep it real and don't look at everything through burgundy and gold glasses.

[53Fan]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Litte sensitive today are we?

SFREDSKIN is just tired of the Skins getting the shaft I'm sure. Can't say I blame him. It took Monk forever to get in, and one of, if not the greatest, offensive lines in NFL history has no players in the HOF. Gibbs had some great teams but it seems they always take a back seat to the Cowgirls and 49ers in the minds of the voters. It's BS if you ask me, but I'm not an expert like Peter-I didn't know Monk was that good until I actually checked it out-King so I don't get a vote.

[44ever]

nobody wants you're opinion 53

[53Fan]

Originally Posted by 44ever

nobody wants you're opinion 53

Has that ever stopped me from giving it?

[Ruhskins]

I know this will never happen, but I feel that they only way any of the Hogs would get into the HOF would be if they were inducted as a group.

[44ever]

Originally Posted by Ruhskins

I know this will never happen, but I feel that they only way any of the Hogs would get into the HOF would be if they were inducted as a group.

I like you're thinking here Ruhskins. Because the Hogs played as a unit, sharing and distributing the load evenly. Yes there were Hogs like Jacoby that stood out but it wasn't like he single handedly carried the Line. Also like SS mentioned they where Always Hogs they in a free agent free era. Not as much exposure or contrast.

[BigRedskinDaddy]

Originally Posted by Ruhskins

I know this will never happen, but I feel that they only way any of the Hogs would get into the HOF would be if they were inducted as a group.

I agree with 44ever that it's an interesting suggestion, but I think it will probably never happen. The Board of Selectors, or BS (as apt an acronym as any IMO) is too politically-driven to do something that radical.

We're most likely going to have to resort to an Art Monk type online campaign to make this happen -

[TheSmurfs22]

Since two went in last year I imagine it will be awhile before one of the Hogs go in.
I am not sure I agreed with Ken Harvey going into the HOF. Great player and great guy but HOF worthy?

Not sure if Theisman is HOF quality either.

Clark has a shot at some point, but it will not be for a loooong time.

Grimm and Jacoby are the two that need to go in.

[Miller101]

Nice article there Big Redskins Daddy! Couldn't agree with you more by the way. And thats why we must not give up hope! You see, I have this theory on how Russ and Joe can get in...........................

We all know its all about popularity right? I don't think anyone will argue that. So, if Zorn has another horrible year, then we all know he's going to get the axe. We fire him and hire Russ! Get Russ back here on the Redskins! Get a Hog back here in town! And if this Hog gets these Redskins winning. If he can get them running the ball up the gut 8 or 9 times in a row against Dallas. Or pick up a d-lineman by the neck and carry him out of the hole, or just stand up a d-lineman, then slam him................

I miss those days. I miss those times when Mark Rypein would fumble ANOTHER snap and everyone else would fall on it...............the Hogs would beat the crap out of anyone and everyone at the bottom of that pile! I miss the days when there was no number one wide reciever. Just Riggo and the Hogs. So Riggo and the Hogs just ran the ball 40 times a game for the victory! Or when you knew there was no running game. I mean, Timmy Smith? Whose that? So the Hogs opened up holes that you and I could run through! Or when you knew the Hogs were just pissed off! Having had two quarterbacks knocked out against Buddy Ryan's tough 46 defense in Philly...........Those Hogs regrouped and got him back!

In the end it really didn't matter who their quarterback was or who their running back was. They would find a way to win and they would do it together. They were a close group that defined the words toughness and teamwork. And if Russ Grimm can bring any of that back here to Washington as a head coach. He'll become popular again! And not just amongst Redskins fans either. And he'll get into the Hall of Fame! Hands down!

[BigRedskinDaddy]

Originally Posted by Miller101

Nice article there Big Redskins Daddy! Couldn't agree with you more by the way. And thats why we must not give up hope! You see, I have this theory on how Russ and Joe can get in...........................

I miss those days. I miss those times when Mark Rypein would fumble ANOTHER snap and everyone else would fall on it...............the Hogs would beat the crap out of anyone and everyone at the bottom of that pile! I miss the days when there was no number one wide reciever. Just Riggo and the Hogs. So Riggo and the Hogs just ran the ball 40 times a game for the victory! Or when you knew there was no running game. I mean, Timmy Smith? Whose that? So the Hogs opened up holes that you and I could run through! Or when you knew the Hogs were just pissed off! Having had two quarterbacks knocked out against Buddy Ryan's tough 46 defense in Philly...........Those Hogs regrouped and got him back!...

Thank you for the kind words, brother. I'm not sure about the return of Russ Grimm theory, but on the surface of things it WOULD be one heck of a way to transition from JZ, assuming this coming season is his last in D.C.

I know exactly where you're coming from re: the good old days, my friend. GOD do I know... The Gibbs 1.0 years were seasons when ANY team in the NFL looked at their schedule, saw the 'Skins there, and almost immediately started mentally preparing themselves for that game. Home or away, rain or shine, injuries or not, the Sunday (or Monday) you had to strap it on against the B&G was going to be the most physical of games no matter the outcome. They were flat-out TOUGH. They knew it, and so did everybody else.

I believe we'll eventually see a return to that brand of Redskins football -- I just don't know how far in the future that will be. Until then, all we fans can do is just hang tough, and keep on keeping on.

Hail.

[44ever]

Grimms next job could be as OC or DC at AZ as they not only lost their OC but their DC as well. I can't believe they would make such personnel changes after the season they've just had.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by 44ever

Grimms next job could be as OC or DC at AZ as they not only lost their OC but their DC as well. I can't believe they would make such personnel changes after the season they've just had.

I have no idea why they would fire Pendergast. I thought he did a pretty good job as their defensive coordinator. That surprised me

[53Fan]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

I have no idea why they would fire Pendergast. I thought he did a pretty good job as their defensive coordinator. That surprised me

Sounds like a knee-jerk reaction to Pittsburgh's game winning drive doesn't it?

[Ruhskins]

Originally Posted by 53Fan

Sounds like a knee-jerk reaction to Pittsburgh's game winning drive doesn't it?

It's funny b/c it was the big egg that the offense laid at the end of the half (allowing Harrison's 100 yd TD) probably cost AZ the game. Furthermore, the offense inability to adjust until late in the 2nd half (going with the no huddle) was a little too late.

[44ever]

Warner mentioned he may leave the Cardinals if things change to much. He stated he wants the same Offense/team. Boldin is not set in stone either. Man you would think this team would be more careful. Maybe they have a master plan I have a feeling they're going to stretch Grimm to thin in responsibility. We'll see.