NFL Players Weigh In On Haynesworth Situation

[artmonkforhallofamein07]

Can Redskins' Albert Haynesworth learn to love the nose tackle position?

I don't think AH should read this one. It makes mention of some good things about it but alot of pain involved in the position as well. We shall see how it all plays out in about 4 days when the players take the field.

[MTK]

I still question how much AH will even be playing the nose. As long as Kemo is ready to go he should be there the majority of the time. Seems like all those NT talk is seriously overblown.

[Longtimefan]

Originally Posted by artmonkforhallofamein07

Can Redskins' Albert Haynesworth learn to love the nose tackle position?

I don't think AH should read this one. It makes mention of some good things about it but alot of pain involved in the position as well. We shall see how it all plays out in about 4 days when the players take the field.

The article reveals just how un-glamorous the position really is and how others have shown disdain for the position as well. Some players can adapt better than others. I agree, it's not likely Haynesworth will see a lot of action at the position anyway.

[Lotus]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

I still question how much AH will even be playing the nose. As long as Kemo is ready to go he should be there the majority of the time. Seems like all those NT talk is seriously overblown.

With Kemo on the nose and AH at end, we might have a badass 3-4 defensive line. Keeping one of the two on the bench seems a waste.

[tryfuhl]

Any news of Green or Bryant? I read an article the other day about them but it really wasn't a progress report or anything. Guess most of that will show up during camp.

[artmonkforhallofamein07]

I would assume that truth. Agree with the above statements having Kemo at nose with a rotation with Gholston and AH at the end really seems to have the best benefit to team.

BUT you have to remember the basis of a nose to gobble up ol guys, AH does that vey well. Or at least he has in the past.

[tryfuhl]

accounting for kemo and haynesworth would be nice.. hope for update on kemo soon.. last word was he still had a deliberate limp

[artmonkforhallofamein07]

I think it may be safe to say at this point that AH is going to be on the team in 2010 correct? We have not heard of any trade rumors or anything else from the AH camp to the contrary.

[skinsfan_nn]

Originally Posted by tryfuhl

accounting for kemo and haynesworth would be nice.. hope for update on kemo soon.. last word was he still had a deliberate limp

Here's your update:

Posted at 2:08 PM ET, 07/27/2010 Redskins thrilled with Maake Kemoeatu's progress

The Redskins are so encouraged about Maake Kemoeatu's rehab that they recently sent Ray Wright, the team's new strength and conditioning coach, to Hawaii to continue helping Kemoeatu prepare for the season, according to people familiar with the situation.
Kemoeatu, who sat out the 2009 season because of an achilles injury, impressed team officials with his tireless work ethic while he rehabbed at Redskins Park for most of the offseason, the team sources said. He was at the complex several times a week working with the training staff, but needed to take some time off as training camp, which begins Thursday afternoon in Ashburn, approached.
Because of the favorable reports on Kemoeatu, many in the organization believe that barring injury, the former Carolina Panther standout will start at the nose tackle position in the season opener Sept. 12 against the Dallas Cowboys at FedEx Field. Kemoeatu's recovery could be good news for disgruntled all-pro defensive lineman Albert Haynesworth, who does not want to play the nose position.
If Kemoeatu is at full strength to open the season, Haynesworth probably would start at end and shift to the nose on third down and other obvious passing situations. With Haynesworth said to be in shape and motivated and Kemoeatu physically sound, the Redskins' line could be formidable.

[artmonkforhallofamein07]

^^ That is very good news for our front 7! A healthy Kemo will pay dividends if he can return to form.

[The Goat]

Originally Posted by skinsfan_nn

Here's your update:

Posted at 2:08 PM ET, 07/27/2010 Redskins thrilled with Maake Kemoeatu's progress

The Redskins are so encouraged about Maake Kemoeatu's rehab that they recently sent Ray Wright, the team's new strength and conditioning coach, to Hawaii to continue helping Kemoeatu prepare for the season, according to people familiar with the situation.
Kemoeatu, who sat out the 2009 season because of an achilles injury, impressed team officials with his tireless work ethic while he rehabbed at Redskins Park for most of the offseason, the team sources said. He was at the complex several times a week working with the training staff, but needed to take some time off as training camp, which begins Thursday afternoon in Ashburn, approached.
Because of the favorable reports on Kemoeatu, many in the organization believe that barring injury, the former Carolina Panther standout will start at the nose tackle position in the season opener Sept. 12 against the Dallas Cowboys at FedEx Field. Kemoeatu's recovery could be good news for disgruntled all-pro defensive lineman Albert Haynesworth, who does not want to play the nose position.
If Kemoeatu is at full strength to open the season, Haynesworth probably would start at end and shift to the nose on third down and other obvious passing situations. With Haynesworth said to be in shape and motivated and Kemoeatu physically sound, the Redskins' line could be formidable.

Huh. Doesn't necessarily sound as tho Kemo is ahead of schedule on the rehab. But on the other hand I can't imagine this coaching staff would risk the defense by not securing the d-line w/ a NT, so probably Shanny & Co are satisfied w/ the big guy's progress.

[tryfuhl]

Originally Posted by The Goat

Huh. Doesn't necessarily sound as tho Kemo is ahead of schedule on the rehab. But on the other hand I can't imagine this coaching staff would risk the defense by not securing the d-line w/ a NT, so probably Shanny & Co are satisfied w/ the big guy's progress.

Yeah that sounds about like the same report from a couple of years ago though adding in that he needed some time off and they're sending Wright out there. Around that time it was mentioned by someone about his walking, really just an aside I believe more than anything.

[CRedskinsRule]

JReid

Redskins sources: Albert Haynesworth back in town and optimistic after several good conversations with teammates. He's ready to work. 32 minutes ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®

certainly hope this works out.

[johno]

So Haynesworth came into town to meet with Shananhan, hat in hand? I guess what I mean is is AH here a day early to patch things up? If so, I am even more excited about this season. As many have said before, if he shows up in shape and delivers come the regular season, all is forgiven.

[CRedskinsRule]

Off topic - does anyone know what's going on with Carlos?