It feels as if a new era has subtly begun in Redskins Park. At the end of the 2018 season, the future of the Washington Redskins was left mired in uncertainty. Jay Gruden’s job was not guaranteed past the end of January, and with Alex Smith‘s football future facing doubt, the Redskins were left with no answers at the sport’s most important position. The Redskins needed to put together a strong offseason to reset their course, and miraculously, they managed to do just that. The Redskins signed Landon Collins to solidify their secondary, and then proceeded to dominate the 2019 NFL Draft, adding value deals in almost every round. Now, just months removed from a static state, the Redskins have a quarterback in Dwayne Haskins. The Redskins have new intriguing offensive weapons in Terry McLaurin and Kelvin Harmon. The Redskins have a new starting edge rusher with tremendous potential in Montez Sweat. And the Redskins have a new direction. Now it’s up to them to stay the course. Want your voice heard? Join the Riggo's Rag team! Write for us! Washington’s rookie minicamp session took place at the end of last week, and in it, we caught a glimpse of this new era, personified. What kind of impression did Dwayne Haskins set? How did other rookies fare? Let’s take a look.<doc-sep>Redskins Hosting 44 Tryout Players At 2019 Rookie Minicamp Among the 69 players participating in this weekend's rookie minicamp for the Washington Redskins will be 44 tryout players. Redskins' 2019 Draft Class, CFA Signings Assigned Numbers The Washington Redskins' 10-man draft class along with eight college free agent signings have been assigned jersey numbers prior to their participation in offseason workouts. Two Redskins rookies remain unsigned, but it's not time to worry just yet | NBC Sports Washington On Thursday, Washington signed a majority of its 2019 draft class just ahead of its rookie minicamp. Two remain unsigned, but it shouldn't be time to worry just yet. Doug Baldwin and Kam Chancellor are not answers for the Redskins woes at WR and FS | NBC Sports Washington The Seahawks made two surprising releases on Thursday. But if you think Doug Baldwin or Kam Chancellor makes sense in Washington, D.C., think again. Dwayne Haskins Sits Down With Big Ten Network | Film Session With Gerry DiNardo - YouTube Big Ten Network's Gerry DiNardo sits down with Washington Redskins Quarterback Dwayne Haskins before Haskins and Ohio State faced Northwestern in the 2018 Big Ten Championship. Redskins Depth Chart: Injuries continue to plague elite talent on offensive line, but will it stop? | NBC Sports Washington The Redskins continue to be plagued by injuries on the offensive line. Could that all change this year? A Letter to NFL GMs | By Bryce Love I’ve grown by leaps and bounds over the past year in terms of being a complete, do-it-all running back. Offensive Free Agents the Redskins should consider | Fanspeak.com If the Redskins are serious about competing this year and giving Dwayne Haskins the support he needs, there are players still available who can help them. Here are a few offensive players that they could acquire to round out their roster.<doc-sep>The Redskins held rookie mini-camp Friday and Saturday, and gave everyone their first look at the new guys. First round QB Dwayne Haskins drew a big crowd at practice yesterday. He connected with fellow rookies Terry McLaurin and Kelvin Harmon, along with other new faces. Washington invited 44 players to camp, and reportedly signed five(updated). Here are all the pictures, videos, news, and more from this weekend’s camp. Rookie tryout players: #Redskins will host 44 tryout players this weekend. Full list of rookie minicamp participants ⬇️⬇️⬇️https://t.co/CQIcITfOoB pic.twitter.com/20txxfS4D9 — Washington Redskins (@Redskins) May 10, 2019 Reggie Bain , OL, Florida Atlantic , OL, Florida Atlantic Tanner Balderree , TE, BYU , TE, BYU Jonathan Bonner , DL, Notre Dame , DL, Notre Dame Taiwan Deal , RB, Wisconsin , RB, Wisconsin Dylan Donahue , LB, West Georgia , LB, West Georgia Vaughnte Dorsey , S, Texas Tech , S, Texas Tech Kendrick Edwards , WR, Arkansas State , WR, Arkansas State Victor Evans , LB, Mississippi , LB, Mississippi Drew Ferris , LS, Florida , LS, Florida Wesley Fields , RB, Georgia Southern , RB, Georgia Southern Jerald Foster , OL, Nebraska , OL, Nebraska Devin Fuller , WR, UCLA , WR, UCLA Youhanna Ghaifan , DL, Wyoming , DL, Wyoming Rashad Greene , WR, Florida State , WR, Florida State Tyler Green , CB, Lindenwood , CB, Lindenwood Deion Harris, CB, North Dakota Corbin Jackson, S, Liberty Sami Kassem , OL, Toledo , OL, Toledo Isaiah Langley , CB, USC , CB, USC Don Liotine, RB, Stony Brook Austin Maloata , DL, Austin Peay , DL, Austin Peay Tre McBride , WR, William & Mary , WR, William & Mary Vinny Mihota , DL, Virginia Tech , DL, Virginia Tech Odell Miller , OL, Western Michigan , OL, Western Michigan Quentin Moon, LB, Western Illinois Jamar Morris, TE, NW Oklahoma State Ali Mourtada, K, Assumption Brandon Murphy , OL, Memphis , OL, Memphis Vinny Papale, WR, Delaware Jerry Powe, LB, Lafayette Jordan Powell, CB, Widener Terronne Prescod , OL, North Carolina State , OL, North Carolina State Craig Reynolds, RB, Kutztown Zach Roberts , LS, Lamar , LS, Lamar Ed Roll, S, UNC Charlotte Yannis Routsas , P, Texas-San Antonio , P, Texas-San Antonio Kamilo Tongamoa , DL, Iowa State , DL, Iowa State Chris Turner , CB, Charleston (WV) , CB, Charleston (WV) Eli Walker , S, Kansas State , S, Kansas State Keenan Walker , OL, Independence JC , OL, Independence JC Aca’Cedric Ware, RB, USC Toby Weathersby , OL, LSU , OL, LSU Aaron Williams , S, Nebraska , S, Nebraska Michael Wristen, LB, Colorado State-Pueblo “A lot of guys recognize him as the 'Invincible' guy...but at the end of the day, he’s just my dad." Vinny Papale, one of 44 #Redskins tryouts, is looking to create his own legacy. https://t.co/E9rtf3cGTs pic.twitter.com/IG2I1J4VDi — Washington Redskins (@Redskins) May 11, 2019 Former Jets’ LB Dylan Donahue, whom the NFL has reinstated after he drove the wrong way in the Lincoln tunnel and got a DWI, just finished tryouts with the Raiders and Redskins as he tries to return to the league. Donahue last played for the AAF’s Atlanta team. — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 11, 2019 Rookie numbers assigned: Rookie Jersey Numbers 0️⃣7️⃣ Dwayne Haskins 1️⃣3️⃣ Kelvin Harmon 1️⃣7️⃣ Terry McLaurin 2️⃣3️⃣ Bryce Love 2️⃣5️⃣ Jimmy Moreland 5️⃣7️⃣ Cole Holcomb 7️⃣2️⃣ Ross Pierschbacher 7️⃣8️⃣ Wes Martin 9️⃣0️⃣ Montez Sweat 9️⃣5️⃣ Jordan Brailford *subject to change https://t.co/DwLSPBUX09 pic.twitter.com/1Vt6pmLMVb — Washington Redskins (@Redskins) May 10, 2019 Day 1 Practice: WATCH LIVE: First day of 2019 Redskins rookie minicamp https://t.co/84m1QKN6Ab — Washington Redskins (@Redskins) May 10, 2019 Jim Tomsula is already in midseason form. pic.twitter.com/16yBjhQhRp — Jake Russell (@_JakeRussell) May 10, 2019 Transactions: The Redskins waived UDFA TE Kano Dillon today - find out why#FireBruceAllen https://t.co/fkMwSxv7zs — Hogs Haven (@HogsHaven) May 11, 2019 Day 2 Practice: Dwayne Haskins stretching... it begins. pic.twitter.com/A120zfxyfK — John Keim (@john_keim) May 11, 2019 There is an absurd amount of media here for #Redskins training camp. All eyes and cameras on this guy. (Haskins, not Jay) pic.twitter.com/zvaHbpome6 — Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) May 11, 2019 Here’s JMU’s Jimmy Moreland. I hate to be that guy, but this ball is definitely not regulation size. pic.twitter.com/iM4NCZ8i9p — michael phillips (@michaelpRTD) May 11, 2019 Here is video of Dwayne Haskins throwing a football. pic.twitter.com/jSlXb18BNv — Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) May 11, 2019 The Ohio State connection. pic.twitter.com/m5TVkSFZiP — michael phillips (@michaelpRTD) May 11, 2019 Here’s one for the haters. pic.twitter.com/mpqP3YRON4 — michael phillips (@michaelpRTD) May 11, 2019 Here’s returning WR Darvin Kidsy pic.twitter.com/V1Djmojk8g — michael phillips (@michaelpRTD) May 11, 2019 Here’s another Darvin Kidsy special. pic.twitter.com/3W58nX355w — michael phillips (@michaelpRTD) May 11, 2019 This Haskins throw drew praise from Gruden pic.twitter.com/g8NQ0rZrhD — John Keim (@john_keim) May 11, 2019 Haskins and McLaurin clearly have an established connection. Which you’d expect. Can tell he’s still getting used to the other WRs, but those two already had a couple good moments in 1 on 1. #redskins pic.twitter.com/jOSSngPc71 — Kareem Copeland (@kareemcopeland) May 11, 2019 Dwayne Haskins, Jr. to Steven Sims, Jr. at Skins rookie camp. This was pretty. pic.twitter.com/RhIn1S8ODl — Brian McNally (@bmcnally14) May 11, 2019 I love that Bill Callahan is having Pierschbacher and Martin work together all day. Wes Martin has really quick feet #Redskins pic.twitter.com/Xul0PWTcX1 — Mitchell Tischler (@Mitch_Tischler) May 11, 2019 And right on cue vs. 7th round pick Jordan Brailford he wins with ease #Redskins pic.twitter.com/qrIwQybyJ9 — Mitchell Tischler (@Mitch_Tischler) May 11, 2019 Chidi Okeke showed out today and I’m excited to see what he can do against the vets in the upcoming weeks/months #Redskins https://t.co/1JdJM6DBRO — Mitchell Tischler (@Mitch_Tischler) May 11, 2019 Here are 14 bullet-points (I counted to be sure) on Saturday's minicamp practice. Check it out for notes on Haskins, Sweat, McLaurin, Harmon and Rob Freakin Ryan https://t.co/pc2gEXOK6X — Pete Hailey (@PeteHaileyNBCS) May 11, 2019 Redskins rookie camp observations: Haskins and McLaurin pick up where they left off at Ohio State: https://t.co/CPrDUCyItf — michael phillips (@michaelpRTD) May 11, 2019 Dwayne Haskins draws a crowd during his first Redskins minicamp https://t.co/z2RF5SOSIB — The Insider (@Insider) May 11, 2019<doc-sep>ASHBURN, Va. -- The scene was different for a Washington Redskins rookie minicamp, with three dozen or so media members attending. It's been seven years since they entertained that sort of gathering for a rookie minicamp. But, as in the days of Robert Griffin III, the Redskins have a quarterback as their latest symbol of hope: Dwayne Haskins. The Redskins don't yet know if Haskins will start this season, as coach Jay Gruden has said there will be an open competition for the No. 1 job. They do know, however, that after two days of rookie minicamp, Haskins has impressed. "It's been a treat," Gruden said. "He's made some throws that turn your head without a doubt." Added Doug Williams, the Redskins' senior vice president of player personnel: "It don't take long for the ball to get from Point A to Point B." The Redskins, who drafted Haskins with the 15th overall pick, are preaching patience. That doesn't mean he won't challenge for the starting job, however, as he was selected that high for a reason. They know there's a learning curve for Haskins, and two days of work against other rookies doesn't lend itself to grand conclusions. On Saturday, in his first work with media present, Haskins showed off his live arm. Gruden said Haskins threw better Friday than he did Saturday, when he missed on several throws -- some were high, some were behind, and others were on target. During one-on-one work, however, Haskins connected on a number of red-zone passes -- including a perfectly placed fade to former Ohio State teammate Terry McLaurin in the corner of the end zone. In full-team drills, Haskins fumbled one snap from under center. In 7-on-7 work, Haskins had to dump off multiple times. After a number of plays, one coach or another would offer instruction. He made some throws with anticipation, the ball arriving as a receiver would turn around. He threw deep, though one was intercepted. "It's challenging; you want it to be challenging," Haskins said. "The biggest thing is trying to apply the meetings to the field. [There have been] 50 plays put in so far; a lot of stuff going into it. It's fun to throw the ball around again. You're going to make mistakes. The biggest thing is I rebounded from them and look forward to getting better." Dwayne Haskins has impressed at rookie minicamp, but coach Jay Gruden said the Redskins aren't going to rush the QB if he's not ready. "Let's see how far we can push this guy," Gruden said. "Let's see if there is a chance he can win the job." Geoff Burke/USA TODAY Sports Haskins was patient at Ohio State, sitting behind J.T. Barrett for two years before getting his chance this past season. It remains to be seen if he'll need to be that patient in Washington alongside quarterbacks Case Keenum and Colt McCoy, neither of whom has a firm grip on the starting job. "We're going to throw the ball out there and let them compete," Gruden said. "He obviously displayed enough skill set to warrant the 15th pick, and we'll give him an opportunity to see how far he can take this thing without a doubt." Gruden has said he does not like a three-man competition for the starting job because it's hard to divide the reps to give each quarterback enough of a chance. "The most important thing in the next couple weeks is, let's see how far we can push this guy," Gruden said. "Let's see if there is a chance he can win the job. If we feel like he's coming along slower, then we have to maybe push Case or push Colt. But if we feel like [Haskins] is coming along and he's firing and he's comfortable, then we'll play it out and see what happens." Haskins, 22, said he'll take the same approach he did at Ohio State. "I'll be ready for whatever the coaches want from me, whether that's starting right away or next year or through the season," Haskins said. "I'll prepare like I'm the starter." But he also admitted waiting two years to play there wasn't easy -- and he shone a light on his mentality. "Definitely hard," Haskins said. "Every competitor wants to play, but you have to know it's for the team, it's bigger than you. And if the coaches feel I'm the best option to win games this year, I'll be more than excited. If he says I'm not ready, I'll make sure I'll be ready." The Redskins want to improve Haskins' footwork. They want him to get comfortable dropping back from under center, something he didn't do with the Buckeyes. They want him to get used to resetting his feet under pressure. "With the quarterback, it starts with the basics," Gruden said. "He's a guy that didn't call a lot of plays in the huddle. So we're talking about breaking the huddle and calling plays in the huddle, and the snap count, getting guys lined up, going through his progressions, his footwork -- not only in the passing game but in the running game. There's a lot thrown at him. It's a long process, but he's a bright guy. I was impressed." Williams, who quarterbacked the Redskins to victory in Super Bowl XXII, said he liked how Haskins handled himself at the line of scrimmage, was in control and had players aligned in the right areas. "You can see he had a lot of work on that in the offseason," Williams said. It was enough to whet the sporting appetite of the 100 or so special-invitation fans who attended the workout. They lined the sidewalk outside the Redskins' bubble for autographs afterward, most waiting for Haskins, who was the final player to leave. The fans snapped pictures, asked Haskins questions about playing in his hometown and shouted his name -- "Mr. Haskins!" -- to get an autograph. It's the most buzz generated by a Redskins quarterback since Griffin. But all Haskins cares about, he said, is what happens on the field.<doc-sep>
Today is the first time Washington Redskins coaches will get a look at what their rookies can do on the field. Fans will be able to see some highlights of the plays made via social media, but general media access is pretty strict when it comes to these first practices. Jay Gruden and his assistants will be pushing their draft picks, signed undrafted players and tryout players physically and mentally throughout the weekend, trying to identify players who can make an immediate impact for their club in 2019. No. 15 overall pick quarterback Dwayne Haskins has a great shot to be the Redskins' starting quarterback in Week 1, and he's apparently already turning some heads during his first practice as a professional. Check out this pass Haskins made to fellow rookie and No. 206 overall pick Kelvin Harmon on Friday: Talk about a dime. It's clear that Haskins has a pro-ready arm, but as a one-year starter out of Ohio State, he still has a lot to learn when it comes to pro ball. Still, in that one collegiate year, he was able to break dozens of records and lead the Buckeyes to a 13-1 season which included a Big Ten Championship. We'll see if he can beat out both Case Keenum and Colt McCoy in one of the most highly-anticipated quarterback battles this offseason. Harmon, the wideout on the receiving end of this dime, is also someone who could come in and make an immediate impact. The New Jersey native was very productive during his time at N.C. State. He recorded 81 receptions for 1,186 yards and nine touchdowns in 2018. The previous year, he recorded 69 receptions for 1,017 yards and four touchdowns. In 2016, he recorded 27 receptions for 462 yards and five touchdowns. Many analysts think Harmon could be one of the steals in the draft since he fell all the way to the sixth round. "Very surprised he was still there, we really like Harmon a lot," Gruden told the media following the conclusion of the draft. "Despite his so-called 40-time, he can still run down the field and make some plays, you see him making plays on deep balls all the time, he may not get the great separation but he's got great leaping ability, times it great, he's got big, strong hands, he's physical. He's also a great blocker as well." When you look at the Redskins' receiving corps, it's clear that they are hoping either Harmon or Terry McLaurin can be a starter. Josh Doctson hasn't proven that he's a No. 1 wideout yet, and will be playing for an extension this season. Paul Richardson received a big payday from the Redskins last offseason, but played in just seven games in 2018 due to a shoulder injury.