Tag: Jason Reid

Overreaction Saturday to Commanders coach Dan Quinn’s T-shirt

Trying to make sense of some people’s overreaction to Dan Quinn’s shirt.

The most excitement at Commanders’ rookie minicamp Saturday was actually a T-shirt.

Yes, Dan Quinn’s T-shirt is what caused the biggest stir.

Quinn’s T-shirt was short sleeves, black in color, with a capital “W” above the word “Commanders.”

But the T-shirt also contained two feathers reminiscent of the old Washington Redskins logo.

Many Commanders fans were excited, seeing that they don’t like the “Commanders” brand, which dates back to the efforts of Daniel Snyder and Jason Wright.

Saturday, many fans declared the Harris Ownership Group (HOG) was again being subtle, asking Quinn to wear the T-shirt to honor the past when “Redskins” was the team name. While some, like Scott Abraham, simply voiced their approval of the shirt.

Actually, we have no idea if the HOG was involved in this in any way. It could actually be something as simple as Dan Quinn played his college ball in the area, is familiar with the history, saw the shirt and thought it was a neat reminder of some of the glory days of Joe Gibbs’ teams.

ESPN’s Jason Reid disapproved, tweeting Quinn alone was responsible for what he wore Saturday and that others in the organization should have taken great measures to stop Quinn from wearing the shirt.

Goodness, why was Reid suggesting Quinn’s shirt was so horrible and ill-advised? Had Quinn worn a shirt endorsing Joseph Stalin?

Reid tweeted several more times, insisting his concern was not about racism but more interested in the shirt, bringing up the old name of the team again. He later suggested a concern was the licensing of the shirt.

Were we supposed to believe that was why he had earlier tweeted, “Why? I mean, why?”

Also, he posted the Commanders “can’t get outta their own way, my man.” Why was Reid suggesting Quinn had really done something wrong? Quinn’s shirt had illustrated this team simply can’t help itself? Really?

Quinn committed no great blunder on Saturday. Plain and simple, Quinn was not an example Saturday of the organization simply not being able to get out of its way.

Nor did Quinn’s T-shirt prove the HOG is dumping the “Commanders” any day now. Yes, the HOG has inherited a branding flop, but if there is going to be a name change, it will most likely not be “Redskins,” nor will it occur anytime soon.

Debating whether the Eagles should pick for need or value with two first round selections

ESPN’s Matt Miller and Jason Reid debated the top need and best value for Philadelphia’s two first-round picks, and we break down the Eagles’ options at No. 10 and No. 30 overall

The Eagles have a model for roster building, and the 2023 NFL draft has caused many discussions regarding what Howie Roseman should do with his Super Bowl roster.

Philadelphia has the No. 10 and No. 30 overall picks in the first round, and the expectation is that the Birds will build from the inside out.

Howie Roseman has thrived on the principles of a continuous reload in the trenches while constantly restocking on pass rushers and talent at the cornerback position.

The NFL’s top offense resides in Philadelphia, and some pundits believe Bijan Robinson or a game-changing slot receiver could take the Eagles’ offense to another level.

Running backs in the NFL have a particular shelf life.

The idea is that passing on 8-11 years of productivity from an offensive or defensive tackle or edge rusher isn’t prudent or drafting for value.

ESPN’s Matt Miller and Jason Reid attempted to make sense of NFL teams juggling the decision to draft to fill a considerable team need or pick based on “best player available.”

Should Philadelphia address a need without reaching, or should a Super Bowl roster add someone like Bijan Robinson or another explosive offensive player on a team ready-made to win now?

ESPN explored both sides of the table for all 31 first-round picks, with Miller named a prospect who would best fill every team’s most significant need. Reid details an option to give each team maximum value and satisfy a “best player available” approach.

Here’s a breakdown of the Eagles’ problem and what could happen.