Ron Rivera: Ryan Fitzpatrick’s experience stands out. He manages the game, makes plays, and gets players to grow and develop
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By: Scott Jennings
Ron Rivera speaks to the media the day after Washington’s 2nd preseason game
LIVE: Coach Rivera speaks with the media after last night’s win https://t.co/ILRlVdeKhW
— Washington Football Team (@WashingtonNFL) August 21, 2021
Offense’s ability to move the ball:
Rivera: I think it’s important to feel good about your offense’s ability to move the ball. And do I? Yes I do.
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWFT) August 21, 2021
Ron Rivera said he likes how the first-team offense is moving the ball mostly. Obviously he’d like them to score a touchdown, but is pleased with where they’re at.
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) August 21, 2021
Curtis Samuel:
Ron Rivera, when asked if Curtis Samuel will go through a full practice this week: “We’ll see. … The nice thing is we have a little over 21 days before the first game.”
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) August 21, 2021
Rivera said we’ll see when it comes to the development of Curtis Samuel. Added that there’s still plenty of time for him to be a full go before the regular season.
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWFT) August 21, 2021
Linebackers:
Cole Holcomb and Jon Bostic present “a little bit more savvy” in nickel packages. Rivera saw Jamin Davis play a bit faster last night, but still sees a mix of hesitation too.
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) August 21, 2021
Asked Ron about what Jamin Davis did vs CIN. Said he saw growth from Jamin compared to what he did in NE but also noted he’s still thinking on certain looks. Added that the Bostic/Holcomb pair in nickel gives the defense “more savvy” and he wants Davis to get there eventually
— Pete Hailey (@PeteHaileyNBCS) August 21, 2021
Ryan Fitzpatrick:
Ron Rivera said he could officially name Ryan Fitzpatrick the starter for Week 1, but will not do so now.
His reasoning: pic.twitter.com/zABAJYBrQy
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) August 21, 2021
Ron Rivera kinda sorta acknowledges that Ryan Fitzpatrick is the Week 1 starter, but isn’t pressed to make it official. Says execution more important than a depth chart reveal that doesn’t matter for another few weeks.
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) August 21, 2021
Ron Rivera says “I can” when asked if he would feel comfy announcing Ryan Fitzpatrick as the #WashingtonFootball starting QB, which is completely expected.
The “I can” was an ‘I could do that, but why would I?” type of answer.
Says they have 21 days. @team980 @LockedWFTPod
— Chris Russell AKA The Rooster (@Russellmania621) August 21, 2021
Fitzpatrick has worked w/the 1s all summer; TH not many 1 reps. Rivera will wait to officially name RF the starter..but: “his experience stands out. …look for a guy to manage the game, make plays when he has to; get players to grow and develop and we’re getting that right now”
— John Keim (@john_keim) August 21, 2021
Rivera says again he liked RF’s decisions. Overall was good. Some issues from missed throw or protection. 1 i wondered about: a pass to 19 over mid; RF expected him to cross LB face; 19 felt LB had leverage.
— John Keim (@john_keim) August 21, 2021
Backup QBs:
Rivera wants to see continued growth from Heinicke and Kyle Allen in the final week of the preseason. Both have done good things with the opportunities given to them
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWFT) August 21, 2021
Rookie development:
Rivera liked what he saw from Sam Cosmi and John Bates. Cosmi continues to compete, and Bates is starting to understand his role better, which is going to lead to more playing time.
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWFT) August 21, 2021
Undrafted running backs:
Rivera on undrafted running backs: he thinks the position has been undervalued over the past few years that some don’t take the time to understand it.
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWFT) August 21, 2021
Jaret Patterson:
And of course Chase Young was in his ear during the draft to pick him…
— Scott Jennings (@ScottJenningsHH) August 21, 2021
Ron Rivera says they had a draftable grade rookie UDFA Jaret Patterson but had other needs. @youngchase907 called him during draft & was fighting for JP — saying he wanted to be w/ #WashingtonFootball …RR doesn’t say what grade they had on Patterson. @LockedWFTPod @team980
— Chris Russell AKA The Rooster (@Russellmania621) August 21, 2021
Rivera said at the rookie skit, Patterson sang “Ain’t no mountain high enough.” Fitting. Also says they’ve noticed how teammates have taken to him. “When you win your teammates over, you notice it.” Says Sat, want to “see that he can do it again.”
— John Keim (@john_keim) August 21, 2021
Antonio Gibson:
Interesting, Rivera said he saw Gibson be hesitant before hitting the hole and would like to him to hit harder. https://t.co/d1NIMKs4AN
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) August 21, 2021
Gameplan vs Ravens:
Washington will put together a full gameplan for Saturday’s matchup against the Ravens. Gameplan will be introduced on Tuesday and a regular practice week will commence from there. Ron believes it’ll be a “real good indicator” for how his team’s gearing up for Week 1
— Pete Hailey (@PeteHaileyNBCS) August 21, 2021
Rivera: we’ll approach this week as a mock regular season week, will have a game plan for the Ravens. He wants to see how the players handle the week of preparation.
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWFT) August 21, 2021
Rivera said they’re going about this week as a regular-season dress rehearsal in terms of gameplan prep. No mention about playing time, though.
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) August 21, 2021
Draft status:
Rivera is asked by @JPFinlayNBCS the importance of draft status when it comes to making final roster decisions. pic.twitter.com/Au5PwhHuUu
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) August 21, 2021
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