Washington Redskins season preview

Last years record: 5-11 (last place)
Coach: Joe Gibbs
Key Addition: London Fletcher-Baker LB: Fletcher-Baker is a tackling machine who came from the Bills. He also should be leader in the locker room. He can also help teach the young linebackers like Rocky McIntosh to help read coverages and offensive formations.

Key Loss: The Redskins really didn't have any huge losses this offseason except for an overpaid safety in Adam Archuleta and kicker John Hall.

Draft: Except for one pick this wasn't a really good draft for the Redskins. LSU safety LaRon Landry is a very good player but when they already have Sean Taylor it wasn't a huge need but now no receiver will want to go over the middle. The rest of the players like Carson Palmer's brother Jordan a quarterback from UTEP could be solid backups.

Offense: This offense has a lot of potential as they have a young quarterback in Jason Campbell who finally got experience last year. He could have a solid year but until proven should be a no.2 quarterback in fantasy football. Their two headed monster at running back could be very explosive. Ladell Betts had over 1000 yards last year while Clinton Portis is an all-pro back who when not battling injuries is a great breakaway threat. The receivers are very fast but are very small compared to most teams. Santana Moss is an elusive receiver who can score anytime he touches the ball. Brandon Lloyd is also a very talented player who hasn't fully lived up to his potential. Their most consistent receiver though may be tight end Chris Cooley who should have another solid year.

Defense: On paper this defense looks really good but last year it was 31st in total defense. Other then Taylor and Fletcher-Baker the defense has been for the most part underachieving considering how much Dan Snyder payed some of these players in free agency. Except cornerback Carlos Rogers to have a solid year and establish himself as a number 1 corner worthy of the ninth pick in the draft a couple years ago.

Fantasy Studs: Clinton Portis RB: Considering they have two solid backs Portis should be used as a no.2 fantasy back if healthy. If they split carries he could have around 1000 yards and 5 touchdowns.

Ladell Betts RB: Betts' situation is very similar to Portis and should also be used as a no. 2 back and if you have a deep team possibly a no.3. Expect similar numbers to Portis but if Portis gets hurt definitely use Betts as a no.2.

Chris Cooley TE: Cooley is a big target who should have another solid year. If you have him on your team he should be a solid no.1 tight end.

Prediction: The Redskins are a solid team but the NFC east is so tough they will have a very difficult time trying to get to the playoffs. My prediction is 7-9 and 3rd place in the division.