Haynesworth was "awful" (WP) - may not start against Dallas

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Albert Haynesworth's disappointing performance in Washington Redskins' preseason finale affects his status for opener

A disappointing performance by Albert Haynesworth in the Redskins' preseason finale has renewed concerns about the Pro Bowler's commitment to the team and apparently has affected his status for the regular-season opener against Dallas, three people familiar with the situation said Saturday.

Haynesworth was "awful" Thursday during the Cardinals' 20-10 victory at University of Phoenix Stadium, said two of the team sources who recently reviewed game film. It often appeared he gave little effort while participating in 49 of the Redskins' 55 defensive plays. On the few occasions he did play hard, the two sources said, Haynesworth failed to adhere to the principles of the new 3-4 scheme. He was credited with four tackles, including three unassisted.

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The saga continues.. This standoff may be a season long. I'm sure he didn't try hard because he was upset at playing the whole game with the back-ups. And I'm sure he'd try a lot harder during a real game, esp. with Dallas. But I guess the standoff between the coach and player is getting ridiculous.

Do you think we should:
1) Play Haynesworth and give him the benefit of the doubt?
2) Ship him off & trade him to somewhere else?
3) Bench him until he actually plays & proves it to Shanahan...

It sure would help to have him at Dallas.