Recurring columns and weekly editorial series from the Redskins era.
1. Are we there yet? Coach Gibbs is driving the bus, and Redskin Fans are wondering how long it will take to get where we’re going. Frankly, I’m as thrilled today, as I was the day I found out that Joe Gibbs had agreed to return to DC. His biggest concerns are for the fans, … Read more
In a must-win game for Washington, the Redskins didn’t ultimately show up until the game was all but lost. Down 17-0 at half time, the Redskins scrambled in the second half to make a game of it at 17-10, but fell short on a last minute effort to tie the game up. It was not … Read more
The Pennsylvania State University is actually located in University Park, Pennsylvania. It is also commonly known as Happy Valley. Happy Valley? Obviously that name was not obtained by the recent performance of the university’s once crown jewel; the football team. The teams struggles may have reached a level that neither the fans nor the all … Read more
1. Thumper’s Mama Remember Thumper? Thumper’s Mama told him, ” if you can’t say nothing nice, don’t say nothin’ at all. I enacted Thumper’s Mama’s Rule for all comments related to Mark Brunell. I hear he can burp his own name to the tune of the ABC’s. He’s the third bestest QB on our team! … Read more
This game could have quite easily been dubbed, “The Battle of the Inept Offenses”. Both teams struggled to score points throughout the ball game. The Redskins’ won the game because of the play of their Special Teams unit, and of course, their stifling defense. The final score was 17-10 for Washington, and though it wasn’t … Read more
Halloween arrived at Fed Ex Field and one would assume it was early fall or late spring! The weather was absolutely beautiful! The temperatures crept up to 74 degrees Fahrenheit as TheHogs.Net crew tailgated in anticipation of a Redskins victory over the Green Bay Packers. As we tailgated, we looked all around to see whether … Read more
1. So Close When Clinton Portis ran into the endzone, I was rounding the sofa with both hands in the air. I was yelling something, mostly for the sake of yelling. My dog was jumping up and down, then she turned suddenly toward the TV. What do you mean, “a flag.” The penalty was correct, … Read more
Victory was snatched away from the Redskins when Clinton Portis’ touchdown late in the fourth quarter was brought back because of a penalty. A penalty that nobody seemed to be able to see. But games are won and lost on more than just one play in a game. When you break down the respective Redskin … Read more
Some things in this world are bigger than football. Many of us, myself included, look at football as part of the fiber that makes up our being. Everyone loves a good hit or a spectacular play. Everyone loves to cheer for his or her favorite team on game day. Every once in awhile though, something … Read more
A loud voice has been calling for a change in our nation’s capitol. You may have heard it. You may also have heard another voice saying that no change should be made. The voices have debated about who should be running the show and who the best man for the job is. Both men feel … Read more