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Is it realistic to expect a 1,000-yard season from Derrius Guice in his first year with the Redskins? Jul 01, 2018

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This Redskins Talk podcast is a full one, with JP Finlay, Rich Tandler, Mitch Tischler and Pete Hailey in studio and ESPN's John Keim on the phone. The majority of the pod is dedicated to discussing two guys: Derrius Guice and Jay Gruden. For Guice, the main question asked is whether he can get over 1,000 yards as a rookie, and the guys look at factors including how his running style could affect his health, whether he'll get enough carries to reach that milestone and how Samaje Perine's first year as a pro relates to Guice's. After that, they examine where Gruden landed in NFL.com's ranking of head coaches, who he's slotted behind and whether the spot they placed him in was a fair one. If you like podcasts where Keim needles Tandler — just like he does on Twitter and in person — and JP mixes up the Bills coach with an NBA player, then this is the episode for you.

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Oral History of the '91 Redskins: Mark Rypien looks back at all of the beatdowns he and the Super Bowl champs handed out Jun 28, 2018

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JP Finlay, Rich Tandler, Pete Hailey and, eventually, Mitch Tischler (listen to find out why the word "eventually" is needed) are joined by special guest Mark Rypien for the majority of this Redskins Talk episode. It's the first edition of JP's project in which he rounds up 'Skins players from one of the best teams in NFL history to talk about all that the 1991 squad accomplished, and Rypien was happy to do so for what turned out to be a fun and lengthy interview. During the chat, the QB discusses when he knew the roster was special, a game where he threw six touchdowns on just 16 completions, what quality he thinks today's Redskins could borrow from that group and how crazy the city was while all this winning was going on. But the fun doesn't stop when Rypien hangs up. On the back end of things, Mitch joins the guys AFTER GETTING STUCK IN AN ELEVATOR FOR 40 MINUTES. How did it happen, how did he survive and who amongst the four would panic the most if their particular elevator got stuck? Be sure to hang around for all of that action as well. If you like podcasts where Rypien drops a terrific line about how much he hates losing to the Cowboys and Mitch details what it was like to experience everyone's worst nightmare, then this is the episode for you.

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Predicting Josh Doctson's 2018 statline and interviewing an analyst who isn't expecting Alex Smith to thrive in D.C. Jun 27, 2018

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After getting a bit off schedule, Redskins Talk is back with this episode that is hosted by JP Finlay, Rich Tandler and Pete Hailey. Following the shocking discovery that Rich wasn't checking in from the La-Z-Boy for the first time in who knows how long, JP moves the pod into a couple of solid football topics. First, Pete explains an issue he thinks is flying under the radar that's related to the team's first round picks. That leads into a talk about Josh Doctson, one that includes an attempt at predicting how many catches and TDs he'll post in 2018 and an evaluation of his ability to consistently get open. Next is a really fun back-and-forth interview originally from 'Redskins 100' with Chris Raybon, a football analyst who doesn't like Alex Smith's chances of continuing his late-career revival in Washington. Why? Well, Chris has a few reasons, actually. After that, the hosts pay tribute to NBCSW photographer Mike DiVenere. We miss you, Mike D.

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Do we think this will be Jay Gruden's last year as Redskins head coach? And how much has he "stabilized" the team? Jun 21, 2018

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JP Finlay, Mitch Tischler, Pete Hailey and an extra energetic Brian Mitchell are the voices who'll take you through this chapter of Redskins Talk. After botching the open so badly that they needed to get back in the huddle and restart, the guys open up a lengthy discussion on Jay Gruden that goes a bunch of different ways. Among the questions asked about Gruden in the discussion: Does he deserve to be on the list of coaches most likely to be fired in 2018? How much credit should he get for making the 'Skins respectable? And is he the guy to elevate the Burgundy and Gold? It's all interesting stuff and leads to a lot of good points that'll make you think as you're sitting in devastating traffic or mowing your lawn. The end portion of the pod, meanwhile, is devoted to a neat idea that JP is cooking up and a strong Russ Grimm story, as told by B-Mitch. If you like podcasts where it's revealed that Brian plays more games on his phone than a teenager and Pete is muted for the first time in a long time, then this is the episode for you.

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Analyzing whether Alex Smith is a top-100 NFL player and revisiting a past discussion on Brandon Scherff's value Jun 20, 2018

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A recovering JP Finlay, Rich Tandler and Mitch Tischler joined up for this mid-week, football heavy edition of Redskins Talk. The beginning of the podcast includes two different discussions centered on Alex Smith, with the first regarding how he seems well aware of how he needs to start the year fast and the second spent wondering if he's a top-100 player in football, since he hasn't shown up on the NFL Network's Top 100 list yet. Then, the guys look back on a debate they held on Brandon Scherff and wonder whether they need to adjust their take that he wasn't worth such a high draft selection considering how guards are getting paid more and more these days. And finally, JP enlists the help of Rich and Mitch in an early look at the next Podcast Party. If you like podcasts where JP puts up a solid effort in his Flu Game and all three hosts turn in decent Jay Gruden impressions, then this is the episode for you.

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Zach Brown has some thoughts on Terrelle Pryor you'll want to hear, and JP goes 1-on-1 with DJ Swearinger Jun 18, 2018

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For Redskins Talk fans who want to hear talk about the Redskins (as opposed to the Capitals or Pod Parties) you're in luck, because JP Finlay, Rich Tandler and Pete Hailey actually talk a lot of Burgundy and Gold in this episode. Imagine that! After Tandler's unusual intro and JP showing that he may actually be committed to becoming more organized, the guys get into a discussion about what Zach Brown said regarding Terrelle Pryor. You'll hear the audio itself as well as everyone's take on it. Then, that is followed by an evaluation of the team's safeties and whether that group is sufficient enough for 2018. And, finally, you'll be treated to JP's 1-on-1 interview with DJ Swearinger, an interview where Swearinger gives his thoughts on communication, Orlando Scandrick and what he's been telling Montae Nicholson. If you like podcasts where Tandler quotes Allen Iverson and Swearinger reveals that he's invented a spin-off version of golf, then this is the episode for you.

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The Hangover Edition 2.0: Recapping the wild and wacky Ashburn Podcast Party Jun 15, 2018

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"Holy moly, we did it again," is how JP Finlay opens this Redskins Talk podcast, which is the perfect way to get things started. He, Mitch Tischler, Pete Hailey and Brian Mitchell hosted this edition from B-Mitch's very large, very nice backyard and devoted the entire time to a recap of the most fun Podcast Party yet — a recap that has the calming sound of lawn mowers buzzing in the background throughout. From Pete doing his best TJ Oshie impression (and then getting kicked out) to the guys' late night, long stop at a random gas station to Mitch's insane snoring, you'll hear the best stories from the awesome event at the Matchbox in Ashburn. You'll also hear JP thank the listeners many times and deservedly so, and at the end, you'll be treated to a nice phone call from Rich Tandler and get his take on all that went down. If you like podcasts where B-Mitch repeatedly calls Pete a loser in various ways and JP's voice is EXTRA scratchy, then this is the episode for you. And thank you all for coming and supporting the pod. Now, start listening.

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Naming players who made strong minicamp impressions and thoughts on the Redskins trying to improve the fan experience Jun 13, 2018

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For the last time for a while, JP Finlay, Rich Tandler and Pete Hailey hung out at the picnic tables in Ashburn for this Redskins Talk episode following the team's final minicamp session. After opening with a chat about Pete's overall dumbness, the guys take turns talking about players who stood out on the field, including Daron Payne, Robert Davis, Greg Stroman and an undrafted receiver who will be worth watching in Richmond. They also briefly discuss a pretty intense fight that happened between two defensive linemen and Trey Quinn as a punt returner. Then, they move into a conversation about how the 'Skins are really trying to improve the fan experience at FedEx Field, which is a thing that probably affects many of you listeners. Finally, the pod closes out with JP analyzing how incredibly disorganized he is (there's a fun story here that ends with him getting roasted by his wife). If you like podcasts where Robert Davis' growth is brought up and JP gets a live taco delivery, then this is the episode for you. COME TO THE PODCAST PARTY AT MATCHBOX IN ASHBURN ON THURSDAY, JUNE 14, BY THE WAY.

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How much pressure does the Caps' win apply to the Redskins? Also, Mitch makes his triumphant return to the pod Jun 10, 2018

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JP Finlay, Rich Tandler, Pete Hailey and — please try to hold your applause until the end of this sentence — Hockey Mitch Tischler joined up for this chapter of Redskins Talk. After a quick hyping up of the upcoming Podcast Party (June 14 at Matchbox in Ashburn; bring everyone), Mitch recaps what its been like to cover the Capitals as they ascended to the top of the NHL. Included: Tales from the ice immediately following the team's clinching win as well as how he was able to get into the Vegas club where Washington's players were partying later that evening. Conveniently, all of his bragging leads nicely into a chat regarding a blog Tandler wrote about how the 'Skins should now feel pressure to get their act together in order to hold their top spot in terms of popularity in D.C. Eventually, there's a riveting minicamp preview since the Burgundy and Gold are having theirs this week, and the pod closes out with more Podcast Party excitement. If you like podcasts where JP invents the Millennial Meter and you get to hear all of the sweet raffle items that'll be given away at Matchbox, then this is the episode for you.

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OTA session 3 recap: Are the Redskins in trouble at outside linebacker? And Paul Richardson goes 1-on-1 with JP Jun 06, 2018

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This Redskins Talk podcast is coming at you from the picnic tables at the team's Ashburn facility, features JP Finlay, Rich Tandler and Pete Hailey and was recorded after the 'Skins' third open OTA session. As you listen, you'll hear observations about Jamison Crowder's chemistry with Alex Smith, Quinton Dunbar's consistency, Kevin Hogan's unfortunate day and Josh Doctson getting extra reps. Eventually, the conversation shifts to Ryan Anderson, which leads to a broader talk about whether the Redskins are deep enough at outside linebacker behind Preston Smith and Ryan Kerrigan. As of now, it sure doesn't feel like it. Next, JP reads some funny tweets about Trey Quinn as Quinn's "Hype Rocket" continues to gain speed, before things wrap up with JP's post-practice, 1-on-1 interview with Paul Richardson. If you like podcasts where Tandler doubts JP's ability to start the recording device and Richardson brings up how his speed can be a weapon, then this is the episode for you.

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