under the direction of new defensive coordinator Jim Haslett, the Redskins have adopted the 3–4 and its many variants, such as the 2–4–5 and the 1–5–5, based on formations used by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
By Jason Reid, Updated: Wednesday, August 3, 8:49 AM
The NFL’s most successful franchises build through the draft, make wise choices in free agency and develop long-term strategies.
New England. Pittsburgh. Green Bay. That’s how the best of the best roll. Now, the Washington Redskins are working to join the club. After following the wrong road for so long, the Redskins have found the right path. They’re finally starting at the foundation.