Tag: Doc Walker

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Building Up The History Section Of The Website With Legends Profiles

Mark Solway
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(558 words, 2 images, estimated 2:14 mins reading time)

While the NFL offseason seems to grow shorter and shorter as the years go by, there is still an offseason. After the opening of free agency and the NFL Draft, there is definitely a lull in the action. There isn’t much to report on and there isn’t much to talk about.

One of the things that I have become passionate about, is trying to build up the history section of this website. So for me, using this time in the offseason to add to the resources that this site provides, seems like a good thing to do.

One of the thing that I have always wanted to have more of, is profiles of players that have been great for this team. Sure a lot of them are from what seems like long ago, but how else are the youth of today and tomorrow supposed to learn about the greats if there are few resources?  Read more... (558 words, 2 images, estimated 2:14 mins reading time)

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The Hogs: A Look Back At The Legendary Washington Redskins Offensive Line

Mark Solway
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(1587 words, 15 images, estimated 6:21 mins reading time)

Football is a game of strategy, athleticism, and teamwork. While the focus is often on flashy quarterbacks and speedy wide receivers, it is often the offensive line that lays the foundation for a team’s success. Few units in NFL history have embodied this principle better than The Hogs – the legendary offensive line of the Washington Redskins.

Their greatness may be lost on some of the new Washington fans who did not get to experience them in their glory. Let’s explore the history of this iconic group of linemen, as well as the origins of their famous nickname, who it included, and their everlasting legacy to the franchise.  Read more... (1587 words, 15 images, estimated 6:21 mins reading time)

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Interview with Doc Walker: Part 3

Jake Russell
Interview with Doc Walker: Part 3 full post

(1950 words, 1 image, estimated 7:48 mins reading time)

In our third and final installment of our Doc Walker interview, he explains whether Chris Cooley will return to the burgundy and gold, gives extremely high praise to Trent Williams, talks about his relationship with Brian Mitchell, and the dynamic of working for a company owned by Redskins owner Dan Snyder.

Photo courtesy of DocWalker.com.
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Interview with Doc Walker: Part 2

Jake Russell
Interview with Doc Walker: Part 2 full post

(1693 words, 1 image, estimated 6:46 mins reading time)

In Part 2 of our interview, we continue where we left off. Doc gives his thoughts on if the Redskins have a chance of recouping some of the lost cap money and evaluates the tight ends not named Cooley. Walker also explains how the Redskins will prevent a sophomore slump for Robert Griffin III and gives his bold prediction on how Alfred Morris will do in 2013.  Read more... (1693 words, 1 image, estimated 6:46 mins reading time)

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Interview with Doc Walker: Part 1

Jake Russell
Interview with Doc Walker: Part 1 full post

(2206 words, 1 image, estimated 8:49 mins reading time)

The University of Maryland hosted a sports injury symposium at Knight Hall Wednesday night titled “Sports Injuries: the Risks of Playing the Game from Kids to the Pros.” Among those in attendance were Dr. Stephen Haas, a retired physician for the Wizards, Capitals and Nationals, Sean Sansiveri, NFL Players Association Staff Council; Scott Hallenbeck, Executive Director of USA Football; Katie O’Donnell, 2009 National Field Hockey player of the Year from the University of Maryland; Mark Hyman, author of “Until it Hurts” and adjunct professor at George Washington University; and former Washington Redskins tight end and current ESPN 980 and Comcast SportsNet media personality, Rick “Doc” Walker.

Following the event, I had the chance to speak with Doc about a wide range of topics. In the first of a three-part interview series, Doc talks about his post-career injuries, the Catch-22 that NFL players face with concussions and job security, expanding NFL rosters, his dislike of the Scouting Combine, and whether the 49ers should trade for Darelle Revis.  Read more... (2206 words, 1 image, estimated 8:49 mins reading time)

Photo Courtesy of DocWalker.com.
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