What Ron Rivera needs to succeed with Redskins

Touchdown Wire examines the keys for coach Ron Rivera to succeed in Washington.

1. A quarterback

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Rookie Dwayne Haskins, a first-round pick, started for part of the season and had the typical ups and downs, throwing for seven touchdowns with seven interceptions. There is physical talent with Haskins, but he’ll have to pick up a new offense quickly. Yes, Ron Rivera is a defensive guru, but he needs a good quarterback to succeed. Remember, he made the Super Bowl in the 2015 season when Carolina quarterback Cam Newton was the league’s Most Valuable Player.

 

Pat Yasinskas has covered the NFL since 1993. He has worked for The Tampa Tribune, The Charlotte Observer and ESPN.com and writes for numerous national magazines and websites. He also has served as a voter for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

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