2007 Washington Redskins season
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| 2007 Washington Redskins season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Joe Gibbs |
| Home field | FedExField |
| Results | |
| Record | 1-0 |
| Division place | TBD |
| Playoff finish | TBD |
The 2007 Washington Redskins season will see the team trying to improve upon their 5-11 record in 2006 after finishing last place in the NFC East. This season will also mark the 75th Anniversary of the Redskins franchise.
Coaching staff
Head coach Joe Gibbs will be entering his fourth year of his second stint with the Redskins. It is the second to last year on his existing contract. He previously coached the Redskins in the 1981-1992 seasons.
The Redskins fired former linebackers coach Dale Lindsay and promoted Kirk Olivadotti to take his job. Olivadotti previously helped coach the defensive line and special teams. The Redskins also added Tony Spinosa, Matthew Shea, and Bill Khayat to their coaching staff.
Offseason
Signings
On March 2, the Redskins signed London Fletcher, formerly with the Buffalo Bills, to a 5-year, $25 million contract. The deal also includes a $10.5 million signing bonus. [1]
On March 3, the Redskins signed Fred Smoot, formerly with the Minnesota Vikings, to a 5-year deal. Smoot was drafted by the Redskins in 2001 and signed with the Vikings in 2005.[2]
On March 8, the Redskins signed Ross Tucker, formerly with the Cleveland Browns, to an undisclosed contract.[3]
On March 21, the Redskins signed Jason Fabini, formerly with the Dallas Cowboys, to an undisclosed contract.[4]
On April 5, the Redskins signed David Macklin, formerly with the Arizona Cardinals, to a 1-year contract.[5]
On June 1, the Redskins signed Jason McAddley, formerly with the San Francisco 49ers, to an undisclosed contract.[6]
On August 21, the Redskins signed Randall Godfrey, formerly with the San Diego Chargers, to an undisclosed contract.[7]
Departures
On February 22, the Redskins released safety Troy Vincent.[8]
On February 28, the Redskins released tight end Christian Fauria.[9]
On March 2, Derrick Dockery signed with the Buffalo Bills. [10]
On March 4, Kenny Wright signed with the Cleveland Browns.[11]
On March 7, the Redskins released kicker John Hall. [12]
On March 9, T.J. Duckett agreed to terms with the Detroit Lions.[13]
On March 20, Adam Archuleta was traded to the Chicago Bears in exchange for a conditional 6th round draft pick.[14]
On March 22, the Redskins released wide receiver David Patten.[15]
On April 26, Warrick Holdman signed with the Denver Broncos.
On August 21, the Redskins released linebacker Lemar Marshall.
On September 1, the Redskins released cornerback Ade Jimoh and defensive end Renaldo Wynn.
Free agents heading into the 2007 season:
| Position | Player | Free agency tag |
Date signed | 2007 team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS | Ethan Albright | UFA | January 12 | Washington Redskins |
| DT | Ryan Boschetti | RFA | March 12 | Washington Redskins |
| G | Derrick Dockery | UFA | March 2 | Buffalo Bills |
| RB | T.J. Duckett | UFA | March 9 | Detroit Lions |
| S | Vernon Fox | UFA | March 2 | Washington Redskins |
| P | Derrick Frost | RFA | April 2 | Washington Redskins |
| LB | Warrick Holdman | UFA | April 26 | Denver Broncos |
| TE | Brian Kozlowski | UFA | ||
| OT | Jim Molinaro | RFA | March 21 | Dallas Cowboys |
| LB | Jeff Posey | UFA | ||
| OL | Mike Pucillo | UFA | February 28 | Washington Redskins |
| OT | Todd Wade | UFA | March 14 | Washington Redskins |
| CB | Kenny Wright | UFA | March 4 | Cleveland Browns |
| TE | Todd Yoder | UFA | March 13 | Washington Redskins |
2007 NFL Draft
| Round | Pick | Player | Position | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | LaRon Landry | Safety | LSU |
| 5 | 143 | Dallas Sartz | Linebacker | USC |
| 6 | 179 | H.B. Blades | Linebacker | Pittsburgh |
| 6 | 205 | Jordan Palmer | Quarterback | UTEP |
| 7 | 216 | Tyler Ecker | Tight End | Michigan |
Preseason
| Week | Date | Kickoff | Opponent | Results | Stadium | Box scores | TV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Final score | Team record | |||||||
| 1 | August 11 | 8:00 p.m. EDT | at Tennessee Titans | 14-6 | 1–0 | LP Field | Box score @ NFL Game Center | NFL Network |
| 2 | August 18 | 8:00 p.m. EDT | Pittsburgh Steelers | 10-12 | 1-1 | FedEx Field | Box score @ NFL Game Center | CSN Mid-Atlantic |
| 3 | August 25 | 8:00 p.m. EDT | Baltimore Ravens | 13-7 | 2-1 | FedEx Field | Box Score @ NFL Game Center | CSN Mid-Atlantic |
| 4 | August 30 | 7:30 p.m. EDT | at Jacksonville Jaguars | 14-31 | 2-2 | Jacksonville Municipal Stadium | Box Score @ NFL Game Center | CSN Mid-Atlantic |
Week 1: at Tennessee Titans
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redskins | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 14 |
| Titans | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
at LP Field, Nashville, Tennessee
The Redskins started their first preseason against the Tennessee Titans on the road on August 11. The Redskins defense allowed only six points and caused four fumbles, one of which they recovered. Many were surprised to see the Redskins' QB Jason Campbell play the whole 1st half. Campbell wasn't productive, fumbled twice, and didn't score any points. The Redskins scored two late touchdowns in the last 1:17 to win the game. Marcus Mason scored a 1-yard rushing touchdown, and Byron Westbrook recovered a fumble in the endzone.GameBook
Week 2: vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steelers | 0 | 3 | 0 | 9 | 12 |
| Redskins | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 10 |
at FedEx Field, Landover, Maryland
In their second preseason game, the Redskins scored first but there was a scare involved on the way. On their second drive, QB Jason Campbell was tackled at the knee while throwing a 29-yard pass to Chris Cooley. Campbell walked off the field by himself with a bruised knee. Todd Collins took over for Campbell and threw a 7-yard touchdown pass to Brandon Lloyd. The Redskins had four goal-line stands, and only allowed 12 points (four field goals). However, their offense was never really back in sync, and their only other score of the game was a field goal. Redskins' LB Marcus Washington suffered a dislocated elbow, and WR Mike Espy ruptured his tendon and is out for the season. GameBook
Week 3: vs. Baltimore Ravens
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravens | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Redskins | 3 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 13 |
at FedEx Field, Landover, Maryland
Due to severe thunderstorms, the Redskins' third preseason game was shortened at the 11:38 mark in the third quarter. The kickoff was delayed over an hour and the game started at 9:12. The Redskins scored first in the game. Shaun Suisham had two field goals. The Redskins' defense looked great the whole night, only allowing the Ravens to a touchdown. In the third quarter, linebacker Dallas Sartz intercepted a Kyle Boller pass and ran it back for a touchdown. The game ended shortly thereafter. GameBook
Week 4: at Jacksonville Jaguars
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redskins | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Jaguars | 0 | 10 | 14 | 7 | 31 |
at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium, Jacksonville, Florida
The Redskins started their last preseason game strong. The defense forced a 3-and-out on Jacksonville's first drive and the Redskins scored on their first possession. Jason Campbell finished the game with 5 of 5 completions and a touchdown to Antwaan Randle El. Mark Brunell also threw a touchdown pass to Ryan Hoag. Though the Redskins were leading at halftime, they would not score again for the rest of the game. They eventually gave up three more touchdowns as the Jaguars rallied past the Redskins' backups. GameBook
Schedule
Week 1: vs. Miami Dolphins
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | OT | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dolphins | 0 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 13 |
| Redskins | 0 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 16 |
at FedEx Field, Landover, Maryland
The Redskins' first regular season game started slow but the Redskins eventually scored the first points when Shaun Suisham kicked a 31-yard field goal in the second quarter. On the last play of the 1st half, Trent Green threw a 1-yard pass to Justin Peelle to claim the lead. The Redskins started the third quarter strong and Clinton Portis ran for a 19-yard touchdown. Miami later answered with a field goal to tie the game. In the 4th quarter, both teams scored a field goal and the game had to go into overtime. Washington won the coin toss and never looked back. They ran the ball down to Miami's 22-yardline, and Shaun Suisham made a game-winning 39-yard field goal. Clinton Portis finished the game with 17 carries, 98 yards, and a touchdown. Unfortunately for the Redskins, they lost right tackle Jon Jansen for the year when he fractured his ankle in the second quarter. GameBook
Week 2: vs. Philadelphia Eagles
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redskins | 3 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 20 |
| Eagles | 0 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 12 |
at Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Game Temperature: 58 degrees Fahrenheit - Game Time: 8:30 PM EST
The Redskins' second regular season game, against the Eagles, started off with both teams scoring field goals by halfway through the first quarter to tie it up at 3-3. Soon after, the Eagles scored another field goal (3-6), but soon fell behind just before halftime when Jason Campbell hit Chris Cooley for a touchdown, after Andy Reid inexplicably called a timeout, giving the Redskins enough time to plan accordingly for the play that would put them in the lead at the half, 10-6.
In the third quarter, despite a relatively poor performance on offense, the Eagles managed to score another field goad after the Redskins did the same, bringing the score to 13-9. However, this relatively close lead was soon dashed when Clinton Portis ran for 12 yards into the endzone, bringing the total to 20-9 at the top of the 4th quarter. With 12:00 left, the Eagles had the ball on their own 35, with not much hope on the sidelines for a win.
References
- ^ [1] Veteran linebacker London Fletcher agrees to deal with Redskins
- ^ [2] CB Fred Smoot Returning to Redskins
- ^ [3] Redskins Sign Tucker, Look for More Help
- ^ [4] Redskins Add Veteran OT Fabini
- ^ [5] Macklin agrees to 1-year deal with Redskins
- ^ [6] Redskins Sign WR Jason McAddley
- ^ [7] Redskins Add Veteran Linebacker Godfrey
- ^ [8] Washington Redskins release safety veteran safety Troy Vincent
- ^ [9] Redskins Re-Sign OL Pucillo, Cut TE Fauria
- ^ [10] Bills Sign Dockery to Seven-Year Deal
- ^ [11] Browns, DB Kenny Wright Sign 3-Year Deal
- ^ [12] Oft-injured kicker John Hall released by Washington Redskins
- ^ [13] Duckett, Lions agree to terms
- ^ [14] Bears Trade for Adam Archuleta
- ^ [15] Patten Released
- ^ RFA: Restricted free-agent, UFA: Unrestricted free-agent, ERFA: Exclusive rights free agent
| Preceded by 2006 Washington Redskins season |
Washington Redskins | Succeeded by 2008 Washington Redskins season |