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The Daily Twitter will be posted at the beginning of every day (at midnight in Washington, DC). The goal is to give readers a handy spot to check the Redskins beat writers & bloggers, and national sports journalists to keep up on the latest news about the Redskins, the NFL, and sports in general, along with a smattering of other things.
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#WASvsPHI Fast Fact: #Redskins S Landon Collins feasts against the Eagles. In eight career games against PHI, Collins has recorded 63 tackles, his most against any NFL franchise. He's also recorded two of his eight career INT against his division foe.
— Ryan Fowler (@FowlerRyan1) September 7, 2019
Would be a bummer, but I wonder if they bother brining up somebody or just go heavy at another position, WR or RB, perhaps...
— BluCollar Guy (@BluCollar_Guy) September 7, 2019
Jon stealing Robert Davis to replace AB would be the most Redskins outcome available here.
— michael phillips (@michaelpRTD) September 7, 2019
Guess who is playing?
— Mark Tyler(Hogs Haven) (@Tiller56) September 6, 2019
The guy who gave him the concussion https://t.co/V8ia7ZxtG6
So @NFL @NFLOfficiating , looking like Jordan Reed will be unable to play in the Skins opener after vicious hit. But the player who caused a traumatic brain injury gets to play. Do you see a problem here? That player should be unavailable until the player he injured is cleared.
— BGObsession.com (@BGObsession) September 7, 2019
And what I mean by this - is as a vested vet, if Adrian Peterson is on the roster after 4 ET today, his full base salary is guaranteed for 2019 at $1.03 M.
— Chris Russell (@Russellmania621) September 7, 2019
Hopefully #Skins are not super cheap here & release him to avoid that.
They shouldn't but they could. https://t.co/3lByRAYR9S
And I can’t forget my boy on the defensive side @_ryananderson22 who made a hell of a Fullback all season! Though I’ll be the one posting this Trophy up at home eventually, I want you men to know there would be no me without y’all!
— Adrian Peterson (@AdrianPeterson) September 6, 2019
Football's back. Redskins by a touchdown. pic.twitter.com/OpAv14Kxl7
— michael phillips (@michaelpRTD) September 6, 2019
The usually playful Derrius Guice with straight game face ahead of his NFL debut. pic.twitter.com/TMZMw30Iiw
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) September 6, 2019
S/o the dance corner always pic.twitter.com/NhVsp71Ybi
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) September 6, 2019
I can turn up like a remote Year ✌ Underway pic.twitter.com/SsIR3stNuN
— Daron Payne (@94yne) September 7, 2019
My guy pic.twitter.com/Xs13iMo8CD
— 2️⃣9️⃣ (@DhaSickest) September 7, 2019
.@GabeAHenderson talks with @RyanKerrigan91 about going up against a division opponent and what the rookies have to do to prepare for week 1. pic.twitter.com/h5bpgCMOQw
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) September 7, 2019
Wheels up to Philly pic.twitter.com/4hIsPCIw64
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) September 7, 2019
Holtz in; Davis out. pic.twitter.com/YaSRVjfoyI
— John Keim (@john_keim) September 7, 2019
This means they passed 43% of time on 1st/10 with the league average at 51% in these situations. #Skins averaged 7.3 YPA when passing on 1st/10 in 2018. https://t.co/kk1xXbD8aC
— Chris Russell (@Russellmania621) September 7, 2019
More on the #Falcons finalizing a contract extension that’s expected to pay Julio Jones around $22 million a year, making him by far the NFL’s highest-paid receiver. Owner Arthur Blank making good on a promise and taking care of another of his stars. @nflnetwork @gmfb pic.twitter.com/gouVPKZ7vX
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) September 7, 2019
Respect & shade in same sentence. Well done. #readbetweenthelinesAB https://t.co/FXr8egtQVo
— Chick Hernandez (@MrChickSports) September 7, 2019
AB hasn’t been the same since pic.twitter.com/3twC7bXuZz
— NFL Stats (@NFL_Stats) September 7, 2019
The #Packers’ investment in their new edge rushers paid off in a major way in Week 1.
— Mike Johnson (@PFF_MJ) September 6, 2019
Za’Darius & Preston Smith combined for 16 QB pressures
pic.twitter.com/nOlcrScV8t
Ryan Fitzpatrick can become the first player in NFL history with a TD pass for eight different teams https://t.co/9LU51R8P1J
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) September 7, 2019
AB just posted this on IG and said he wants the Raiders to release him pic.twitter.com/dcHNdbBt1N
— B/R Gridiron (@brgridiron) September 7, 2019
Just before the big release of @AB84's video, I dove into what's changed for the star receiver since he walked out on the Steelers. I believe examining that explains everything. https://t.co/Nb7jea3IT7
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) September 7, 2019
Here‘s the wrap up from an interesting day (to say the least) at the #Raiders facility. The players shared how they reacted to Antonio Brown‘s apology. RB Jalen Richard says the team knocked on wood to make it official. @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/qofZjn5WJb
— MJ Acosta (@MJAcostaTV) September 6, 2019
Antonio Brown went into Jon Gruden's office like pic.twitter.com/7zJfjtX1en
— McG (@MatthewMcGovern) September 6, 2019
Jon Gruden essentially cut Mike Mayock's nuts and handed them to him in a purse. pic.twitter.com/7VhhS3s5sj
— Danny Kanell (@dannykanell) September 6, 2019
"It's not a science, it's more of an art. Everyone is not treated the same." -@LAClippers head coach Doc Rivers walked us through how he handles potential player discipline like what's facing the #Raiders right now with Antonio Brown: pic.twitter.com/hkoqq9aqHY
— Rich Eisen Show (@RichEisenShow) September 6, 2019
Live cut to Ben... pic.twitter.com/ohuHRVzU1M
— Drew Cook (@drew3cook) September 7, 2019
In all: Antonio Brown screamed at Mike Mayock, punted a ball and yelled “fine me for that.” And they did, more than $215K, plus voiding all his guarantees of $30M. AB asked for his release, knowing he’s entitled to $0. And the team hasn’t responded. Two days until game day.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 7, 2019
The language in Raiders WR Antonio Brown's contract: "If at any time Player does not report to Club; does not practice or play with Club; leaves Club w/o prior written approval ... then player shall be in default and the Skill, Injury and Cap guarantee shall be null and void."
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) September 7, 2019
I just got an email from Antonio Brown. He tells me the team “took away my guarantees.” He added there’s “no way I play after they took that and made my contract week to week.” So at this moment, once again, don’t expect AB to play on Monday Night Football.
— Jeff Darlington (@JeffDarlington) September 7, 2019
‘Ain’t no more games’.
— BGObsession.com (@BGObsession) September 7, 2019
I have to wonder - is it possible that this could end up being a pretty prophetic sound byte from Antonio Brown?
It’s starting to sound that Antonio Brown’s next route is leaving Oakland. He’s been fined more than $300,000. All the Raiders have paid him is a $1 million signing bonus. They are voiding his guarantees. He wants to be traded. Wow
— John Clayton (@JohnClaytonNFL) September 7, 2019
The #Raiders also say the conduct detrimental fine voids the guarantees in his contract. AB got a sizable raise from the #Raiders upon the trade from Pittsburgh, but they haven't paid him yet. Most of 2019 compensation is in a $14.625M base salary that's now in jeopardy.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) September 7, 2019
The problem for the #Raiders with a release is they need to be 100% sure that the guarantees are indeed voided. If the Raiders lost a grievance this year not only would they owe him $29.875M but would need to quickly restructure deals to be cap compliant
— Jason_OTC (@Jason_OTC) September 7, 2019
Antonio Brown may be walking right into placement on the reserve/left squad list -- which would keep him from playing for the Raiders or any other team in 2019 https://t.co/KaaP3VPkTw
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) September 7, 2019
Antonio Brown burned his feet in a cryotherapy chamber and it’s about the 20th craziest thing he’s done this offseason.
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) September 7, 2019
Which is to say, he's been paid nothing to this point. https://t.co/c8J2BrHe3m
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) September 7, 2019
Knock on wood if you just want this to end
— Jim Wolak (@jimwolak17) September 7, 2019
And in case you want to see for yourself, here’s the portion of Antonio Brown’s Raiders contract relating to his 2019 guarantees, complete with his signature on it.
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) September 7, 2019
Minimal gray area. pic.twitter.com/ZuSOq1ebjn
Okay so if I understand this storyline correctly, there’s like a 92 percent chance the Raiders are going to sign Brown to an extension through 2026 later today https://t.co/vsdhdpN9nU
— Mike Clay (@MikeClayNFL) September 7, 2019
Remember when Antonio Brown gave that emotional apology surrounded by team captains and everything was OK? That was 18 hours ago.
— Mike Tanier (@MikeTanier) September 7, 2019
Remember that time when Antonio Brown “emotionally” apologized to his teammates? pic.twitter.com/Ql2nCYwr0V
— Nate Hamilton (@DomiNateFF) September 7, 2019
Smart fantasy owners are adding Hunter Renfrow right now. He could catch 90-100 balls from the slot with AB gone. No joke.
— Jim Nagy (@JimNagy_SB) September 7, 2019
Also: Carr re-downgraded from QB27 to QB28.
— Andy Behrens (@andybehrens) September 7, 2019
This will remain a Derek Carr valuation account.
Derek Carr's brother, @DCarr8, joined us moments ago with the latest on Antonio Brown and the #Raiders
— GMFB (@gmfb) September 7, 2019
"There's a relief, honestly, that he might NOT be there." pic.twitter.com/zTAmigVkiO
Remember when Odell Beckham was considered a locker room issue because he went on a boat?
— Mike Ryan Ruiz (@MichaelRyanRuiz) September 7, 2019
The last 2 weeks of back and forth between the Raiders and Antonio Brown and social media fiascos were better than the entire season of Hard Knocks.
— Jordan Reid (@JReidNFL) September 7, 2019
Never forget the damage this guy has caused now two #NFL franchises. #Steelers #Raiders https://t.co/mxSbCGHzkx
— Chris Russell (@Russellmania621) September 7, 2019
Good morning Mike Tomlin pic.twitter.com/AWxVAg9r1P
— christine golic (@NDmom) September 7, 2019
This AB situation is like Jurassic Park. The Steelers created this creature that is Antonio Brown. Released it to the world. And now no one can control it.
— Andy Hart (@JumboHart) September 7, 2019
2018: The #Raiders trade Khalil Mack nine days before the season opener.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) September 7, 2019
2019: The #Raiders initiate divorce proceedings with Antonio Brown three days before the season opener.
Rarely see these things with a team's best player, much less two years in a row.
Melvin Gordon: "Hey..I'm still holding out." ♂️
— Andrew Brandt (@AndrewBrandt) September 7, 2019
The next big question with Antonio Brown is: Does he keep showing up to work? If not, the #Raiders could commence a process that’d end with AB playing for no one — and making no money — in 2019. @nflnetwork @gmfb pic.twitter.com/xWLnqwMRyD
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) September 7, 2019
Texting a AFC scout on if Antonio Brown will get another job if released by Oakland:
— Master (@MasterTes) September 7, 2019
“Shiiiiiit. He can get a job. Maybe not at that number, but he can get a job.
The thing that people are missing is that owners love AB. He sells. Positively/Negatively - he makes them money.”
The Raiders announce they’ve released Antonio Brown.
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) September 7, 2019
From @gmfb Weekend: The #Raiders have moved on from WR Antonio Brown, paying him $0 but also giving him his wish to be a free agent. pic.twitter.com/3CMZFuzlJ0
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 7, 2019
Antonio Brown came to the Raiders after tearing down the Steelers locker room and quitting on them in Week 17 last year. He said this offseason that his next team will have to play by his rules. Literal quote. Raiders gave him fat new deal.
— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) September 7, 2019
Zero catches. All the drama. Gone.
If you are keeping score at home: #Raiders WR Antonio Brown was not playing Monday night, then was playing, then asked to be released, now got his answer and was released.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 7, 2019
Antonio Brown is not subject to waivers. He can now sign with any team ... and there's a lot of homework for those teams to do.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) September 7, 2019
The Raiders have released Antonio Brown. Maybe he can get in uniform for the Patriots by tomorrow night vs. the Steelers.
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) September 7, 2019
Do we have enough pie left to sign another receiver? pic.twitter.com/KTHdApc0L1
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) September 7, 2019
A list of - at best questionable decisions, at worst disastrous decisions - by Jon Gruden during his 21 months as #Raiders shot caller pic.twitter.com/g8htgacuIf
— Jon Ledyard (@LedyardNFLDraft) September 7, 2019
Gentlemen, start your lawyers. Antonio Brown and his representation surely aren’t going quietly.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) September 7, 2019
Live look at AB trying to get to the Patriots. pic.twitter.com/fF2o7wkyoC
— Lance Zierlein (@LanceZierlein) September 7, 2019
When did Andrew Luck retire? Two weeks ago? Feels like two years now.
— Chris Mortensen (@mortreport) September 7, 2019
A team signing Antonio Brown would be a massive win for players and a massive loss for teams in the ever-evolving power structure. It would be a sign that stars are above reproach and playing by your own rules is okay. "If you're good enough, you can call your own shots."
— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) September 7, 2019
Under the @BarstoolBigCat theory that dysfunctional teams do dysfunctional things, look for Washington to pursue Antonio Brown.
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) September 7, 2019
#raiders should now have about $28M in cap space this year. Including carryover they should be in the ballpark of $85 million next year. This all assumes they dont lose anything in a grievance
— Jason_OTC (@Jason_OTC) September 7, 2019
I'm re-watching the Antonio Brown introductory press conference as a Raider. This is great. "I bring accountability. I bring not what I say, what I do. How I approach things. Holding guys accountable."
— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) September 7, 2019
What a time to be alive.
I hereby nominate Mike Tomlin for the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize. pic.twitter.com/NEfIyTbe9P
— Don Van Natta Jr. (@DVNJr) September 7, 2019
Lies. https://t.co/w5Cr51vTqi
— David Carr (@DCarr8) September 7, 2019
Antonio Brown's latest YouTube video, celebrating his release. pic.twitter.com/wAvsX7UM7m
— Dieter Kurtenbach (@dieter) September 7, 2019
Source: AB has agreed to terms with the #Patriots.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 7, 2019
So predictable https://t.co/HA6LYMs7v8
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) September 7, 2019
Antonio Brown's one-year deal with the Patriots is worth up to $15 million. It includes a $9 million signing bonus.
— MarkMaske (@MarkMaske) September 7, 2019
Patriots have a history of adding controversial players: Randy Moss, Albert Haynesworth, Chad Ochocinco, Corey Dillon. Their success has been mixed. But they firmly believe that such players will not create problems with Bill Belichick and Tom Brady around.
— MarkMaske (@MarkMaske) September 7, 2019
— PFTCommenter (@PFTCommenter) September 7, 2019
I gave my thoughts on the entire AB situation on Thursday night..
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) September 7, 2019
I think it involved @AB84 callin God, and getting an answer pic.twitter.com/p1VKK8CrqA
How quickly things change!!! Wow! Orchestrated all along? https://t.co/RXEaViu2xr
— Chick Hernandez (@MrChickSports) September 7, 2019
Look, I’m not saying this means anything but I’m not saying it doesn’t mean something. #HTTR pic.twitter.com/8pKZlI0Jjb
— JoeGlo (@JoeGlo1) September 7, 2019
Jon Gruden on Antonio Brown's release: "We just have exhausted everything. We tried every way possible to make it work. All I’m gonna say is it’s disappointing. I’m really proud of our players, our coaches, our owner, our front office."
— MarkMaske (@MarkMaske) September 7, 2019
Jon Gruden on Antonio Brown: "He’s a good guy. He’s misunderstood by a lot of people. But he is a good guy. He’s a great player. And I hope he gets what he’s looking for.”
— MarkMaske (@MarkMaske) September 7, 2019
Cowboys holding out hope of a deal with Dak Prescott before Sunday https://t.co/RzfBJ4RIGL
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) September 6, 2019
Cowboys added Ezekiel Elliott to the 53-man roster on Saturday in time to play against the New York Giants on Sunday and to make room for him released Alfred Morris, per @toddarcher.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 7, 2019
Who wants to tell them? https://t.co/LBqh9c0Z4g
— Pat Thorman (@Pat_Thorman) September 7, 2019
Too injury prone to make it in the NFL
— Football Perspective (@fbgchase) September 7, 2019
Too much wear and tear to get a big contract
Too old to still play
What's the secret, Frank? pic.twitter.com/FqAHqdxHW3
But figuring out how much more valuable it is to have a great RB than a weak one is still a tricky question.
— Football Perspective (@fbgchase) September 6, 2019
Because we have stats for RBs, we are more prone to make grand conclusions. See, Gurley and Anderson, or KC without Kareem Hunt.
But what about positions w/o stats?
I do feel confident about one thing: a good RB is more valuable than a good inside linebacker. We don’t talk about ILBs not mattering, tho, because of fantasy football https://t.co/KMfTODPtWA
— Football Perspective (@fbgchase) September 6, 2019
You may not find a tougher, more determined run in Texas high school football this season than Travon Ware's 78-yard rumble tonight for @AHSGoldenEagles. #txhsfb pic.twitter.com/hhEYIX6ijW
— Erik Elken KVIA ABC-7 (@ErikElkenKVIA) September 6, 2019
Scary stuff in the #Ohiostate football game pic.twitter.com/anWnVdyevL
— anderson (@locktreee) September 7, 2019
PFF's Top 25 College Football Power Rankings heading into Week 2!
— PFF (@PFF) September 7, 2019
1️⃣-2️⃣5️⃣: https://t.co/vZLg2XAbWS pic.twitter.com/7RoPRPAC3n
Maryland's first two games:
— Jake Russell (@_JakeRussell) September 7, 2019
Terps - 142
Opponents: 20
Go skydiving, they said. "It'll be an amazing surreal experience."
— Phil Kim (@Ideapath) September 7, 2019
Man. I'm good. https://t.co/LdWq5k2sRB
Mess with a 75-year old former boxer at your own risk... pic.twitter.com/Cbm4JMsJxd
— Rex Chapman (@RexChapman) September 6, 2019
Turn your back for a minute and this happens. Dogs bruh... pic.twitter.com/jmkHjfnAAG
— Rex Chapman (@RexChapman) September 7, 2019
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