Up Next: Bring On the Rookies!

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Campbell said his arm was a little tight afterwards but added that he'll be fine for the remaining two practices. He has begun the process of learning his fifth offensive scheme in five years, and he is meeting the challenge head on.


RAMSEY!!!! I think you've met your match.

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Quarterback Jason Campbell, the 25th overall selection in last weekend's draft, felt at home during his first practice with the Redskins. For him, learning a new offense has become a rite of spring, having gone through four offensive coordinators in four seasons at Auburn.

"He won't get shocked by stuff," Redskins coach Joe Gibbs said.

Campbell is one of 53 rookies, including 18 draft picks and undrafted free agents, attending the three-day rookie mini-camp. Few, if any, will be scrutinized more closely than Campbell. Not even the ninth overall selection, Carlos Rogers, his teammate at Auburn and a fellow first-round pick.

Quarterback controversies have become a staple in Washington. And, with incumbent starter Patrick Ramsey only 26, another could blossom. Friday was Campbell's first chance to display his talents to his new coaches -- and some future teammates.

For Campbell, it was mostly about learning the playbook. At Auburn, he was used to plays being referred to by words. Here, they go by numbers. But he said there were similarities in the plays. After learning four offenses in college, that's not surprising.

"It's helped me out to learn four different offenses and see the differences in each," Campbell said. "I'm still learning so I'm still on the move."

"He has a lot on his plate right now," Gibbs said. "We were looking to see how he handled it, and I thought he had a good feel for it. He handled the mental aspects well. ... We know he's a real good athlete. Everyone who watched him in college can tell you that. But he's starting over in a new system. It's hard to get players lined up in the right place right now."

Found this on ESPN.com, don't think it has been posted yet.