Redskins fans expect more. The Washington Redskins were defeated by the Detroit Lions 19-14. Appropriately, that broke the Lions 0-19 losing streak. If either team were in playoff contention, their 1-2 and now slightly better than the Redskins 1-2. I would like to comment on the game play, but frankly I gave up watching after the first half. Besides, there is nothing new to report, except that they actually scored 2 offensive touchdowns. Progress?
Maybe Redskins fans expect too much. It has been nearly 2 decades since the 1991 Superbowl win, yet the fans expect so much more. The comments earlier may have said it best...everyone is on the hot seat. Washington went through some rough times starting with owner Jack Kent Cooke deciding to build the stadium on his own outside of the city. It continued with his death, the stewardship and ownership through his estate, and failed ownership bids by Cooke's son and others. Through all of that, Daniel Snyder emerged as the winning bid for ownership. That might have been the problem.
So now what? Tampa Bay rolls into town next weekend. What might have looked like a win, now is up in the air. Frankly, after today's performance, looking at the remaining schedule, I don't see an easy win anywhere. 1-15 is not likely, as the team will find a way to win a game or 2, but it is probable. So right now, I can say, thanks for your service, Jim Zorn, Greg Blatche, the rest of the coaching staff, and thank you Jason Campbell. Heart helps, but production is king. Given how bad this season might end up, Snyder and Vinny Cerrato might not need to mortgage the future and trade away draft picks. They might be at the top of the draft. Welcome Tim Tebow.
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