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Whole Redskins Team Nominated For Halas Award
Posted: Fri Apr 04, 2008 2:55 pm
by Jake
The Redskins are nominated [David Elfin]
The entire Redskins team is one of five finalists for the Halas Award given each year by the Pro Football Writers of America for courage and perseverance in overcoming obstacles. The Redskins were recognized for their 4-1 run to the playoffs after the shooting death of Pro Bowl safety Sean Taylor in November.
The other nominees for the Halas are Buffalo Bills tight end Kevin Everett, Dallas Cowboys defensive end Greg Ellis and receiver Plaxico Burress and quarterback Eli Manning of the New York Giants.
In my 15 years in the PFWA, including 12 on the board, six on the executive board and two as President, I can't recall an entire team being nominated before this. I believe the award will go either to the Redskins or to Everett, who's walking again after being paralyzed in last season's opener. Ironically, Taylor and Everett were teammates at the University of Miami.
http://video1.washingtontimes.com/redskins/
Posted: Fri Apr 04, 2008 4:29 pm
by Skinna Mob
This is great for the team. Just brings back horrible memories for me of Sean's uncalled for departure!!!
Posted: Fri Apr 04, 2008 4:57 pm
by CanesSkins26
It's nice to see the team recognized for overcoming such adversity. I agree with the article that it likely comes down to the Skins or Kevin Everett. His recovery from that neck injury has been incredible.
Posted: Fri Apr 04, 2008 5:54 pm
by tcwest10
I think "Uncalled For Departure" would be a good name for a band.
Posted: Sat Apr 05, 2008 11:08 am
by HardDawg
i miss taylor so much. Have his last game against Philly saved on my DVR. Don't think i'll ever erase it...
Posted: Sat Apr 05, 2008 4:22 pm
by sch1977
HardDawg wrote:i miss taylor so much. Have his last game against Philly saved on my DVR. Don't think i'll ever erase it...
I am sad that my first time seeing the Skins live was the Bills game. Taylor was my favorite player, and I planned on seeing him when I bought the tickets. What irony! I can't bring myself to change my signature either.
Posted: Sun Apr 13, 2008 9:39 am
by MDSKINSFAN
thats great. the skins or everett should get it. does anyone know when the winner is announced?