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Adrian Peterson reveals who he thinks ha
Adrian Peterson reveals who he thinks ha
The NFL's centennial season is right around the corner and the quarterback situation is still a bit murky.As of now, head coach Jay Gruden has yet to name a starter for Week 1 as he and his staff to continue to a se s the position and chose between incumbent , offseason acquisition and first-round pick .With that battle ongoing, Redskins running back gave his thoughts on the competition on Tuesday. The veteran did praise all three quarterback but ultimately threw his support behind McCoy, citing his experience in the Washington offense."I feel like Colt, obviously,
Cecil Cooper Jersey has the edge because he has the knowledge and ability as well," Peterson said, via . "He's been shown to have a really strong arm and been consistent as well." McCoy has been in Jay Gruden's system for the past six years, so it's only natural that he'd feel more comfortable maneuvering through the offense. In the aftermath of horrific leg injury, McCoy came in under dure s and was able to play in three games (two starts) for Washington. In that time, he completed
Ben Gamel Jersey 60 percent of his pa ses for 322 yards, three touchdowns, and three interceptions. He also rushed for 63 yards on 10 attempts. His stint as the Redskins starter, however was short lived after suffering a broken right fibula in Week 13 against the , ending his season.Now, he's trying to make a comeback, while establishing himself as the Week 1 starter. The fact that he seemingly has the veterans backing, with the likes of Peterson showing him support, is a big plus for him.The problem is McCoy is still
Brent Suter Jersey limited in practice due to complications from that leg injury. He underwent surgery in December, but he required a second procedure this past spring after the fracture didn't heal correctly. McCoy, who didn't play in the preseason opener, did suit up during Sunday's practice, but he was held out on Tuesday due to sorene s. "It's just something he's still dealing with and we will have to deal with," Jay Gruden told reporters Tuesday. "But the main thing is to make sure he's comfortable back
Robin Yount Jersey there and has enough strength to push off and throw and feels good about if he does get hit that (McCoy's leg) is healthy and stable, which it is."McCoy's status for Washington's Week 2 exhibition with the , which could open the door for Keenum to get the start Thursday. That, however, may just be a small victory in a war that's already locked up by McCoy, if he's healthy.In the case of Haskins, meanwhile,
Jhoulys Chacin Jersey the Ohio State product does seem to be on the outside looking in on this battle following his le s than stellar performance against the in the preseason opener. In that contest, he completed 8-of-14 for 117 yards and two interceptions. Not exactly the type of showing that will be rewarded with a starting spot in Week 1.