Grade vs. Rams: DComment:After jumping from the 31stranked defense to 13thlast season, there was hope that the Redskins unit would take the next step and join the leagues elite.
DeJon Gomes, like the rest of the Redskins secondary, was expected to struggle against Pro Bowl quarterback Drew Brees and the Saints vaunted air attack.Only he didnt.With the exception of a person
What: Redskins vs. Saints
Where: Mercedes-Benz Superdome, New Orleans
When: Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT
The Redskins coaching staff said it expects linebacker Brian Orakpo and left guard Kory Lichtensteiger to suit up for Sundays regular season opener in New Orleans.Orakpo has not played since August
Defensive coordinator Jim Haslett expressed confidence in his backup defensive backs on Thursday, three days before the Redskins will face one of the NFLs most prolific passers on the road.Were not
