Devin "Batman" Thomas. Really?

Well, word is officially out that Devin Thomas has his own blog and today I actually found myself bored enough to take a look. I'm wishing I hadn't. After watching No.11's demeanor at a preseason game against the Jets last year, it didn't take me long to form an opinion about Thomas as a person. Observation led me to believe he was an arrogant player with a lot of learning and growing up to do. Taking a gander at his blog has reaffirmed my belief. As much as I hate to bash a Redskin, who does he think he is? Asking that question may be a moot point, because as he attests in his blog, while explaining why he is his own hero, "I look at myself like a superhero. More like Batman, because I can't reveal my true self." Interesting, Thomas.

On the one hand, I'm inclined to hate the kid. On the other hand, his persona is eerily similar to that of some of the best receivers in the game (great article to illustrate that point: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/64644-10-nfl-truths-theres-a-reason-receivers-are-crazy), so if he blossoms to be a star, I might be able to see past his personality. After all, they can't all be Larry Fitzgerald or Anquan Boldin. In the meantime, while we question Thomas' talent, I can at least be certain that the kid has no sense. Don't believe my merits in that assertion? Why else would he be selling an autographed jersey for $200? Yes, $200, which is $75 more than what the three time pro bowler Captain Chaos sells his for. Riddle me that, Batman.

Is Haynes Worthy?

I spent all week horrified by the idea that this Haynesworth rumor may really come to fruition. Spending $100 million on a single player sounded like a terrible idea. Talk about putting all your eggs in one basket. But, the rumor transitioned into reality early this morning, and now we must put our qualms aside and hope for the best.

Surely, people will continue to debate whether Haynesworth, or any player for that matter, is worth that kind of money. However, at this juncture, it’s really a moot discussion. Instead, let’s start talking about what big Al has to offer us. I know it’s hard to turn your head from the fact that he’s injury prone and has had some off the field issues in the years past, but lets be optimistic and give big Al the benefit of the doubt.

Haynesworth is a playmaker with the ability to change games. He plays one of the most important positions on the field, and he’s the best in the league at what he does. He’ll provide our d-line the boost they need, so this year we should finally be able to apply pressure on opposing quarterbacks. Combine that with one of the best secondary squads in the league, and if I’m Philly, Dallas, or NY, I’m awfully scared right now.

I don’t know whether Haynesworth was worthy, and neither do you. Only time will tell. Until then, lets revel in images of Romo running for dear life.

The Lady In Red

Welcome to http://ladyinredskin.blogspot.com/. For my first entry, I contemplated doing a season recap, but as I pondered the idea, I decided it may be best to avoid having to re-examine the frustrating season. Personally speaking, that would only invoke futile memories of violently cursing my defenseless television. Instead, I think it’ll be more fun to take a look at our NFC East foes, and realize that relatively speaking, things in DC aren’t so bad.

First, we’ve got the Cowgirls. Frankly, they’re such an easy target, it almost takes the fun away from bashing them. On second thought, that’s not possible. Jerry Jones did us all a favor when he agreed to allow the NFL Network access to training camp, to produce the semi-reality show “Hard Knocks.” Really though, how many millionaires can be considered “hard knocks?” That point aside, even if they were ordinary middle class citizens, the fact remains they are some of the softest dudes to ever play the game. No, there’s nothing about TO crying on national TV over a lost game that I consider “hard.” Or how about Romo? No, there’s nothing “hard” about sun-baking in Cabo with a pina colada in hand a week prior to a crucial playoff game... and that’s not even factoring “chicken of the sea” Jessica Simpson into the equation. I’ll give it to them, Pacman’s a classless chauvinist, but there’s nothing hard about making it rain on women half his size. Jerry Jones has instilled his egotistical sense of entitlement into that team, and until they get rid of their circus clowns and get some leaders into that locker room, they’re hopeless.

Next, let’s look at the Big Blue. The New York Giants accomplished an amazing feat this season. They have set a new milestone in the history of the NFL. Yes ladies and gentlemen, we will always remember New York for having the Giant-est moron to ever step on the field. Congratulations, Plax. I still can’t think about this incident without laughing. A gun holstered in the waistband of your sweatbands? What were you thinking?

Finally, how about them birds? Honestly, I would love to see them offer Donnie that overly-generous contract he’s longing for. You really can’t help but laugh at the fact that after we walked into their city and embarrassed them, he had the nerve to stand up at the podium in the post-game press conference and declare that they were the supreme team. Did he still feel that way after we beat them again two months later? Sorry Philadelphia, but as long as you’ve got that delusional heatless clown steering your team, I just don’t foresee you bringing home your first Lombardi.

Undoubtedly, 2008 was a hard year for ‘skins fans to swallow. Yet, in comparison to our rivals in Dallas, Philadelphia, and New York, things aren’t quite as ugly as they could be. The fact of the matter is we’ve got a corps of talented and proven men to lead us into 2009, pending no senseless decisions made by the front office this offseason. If we can use the draft and free agency to acquire some strength on both our O and D lines, we will pose a real threat next year. So Vinny and Danny, please, for us Redskin faithful, try (and no excuses about how hard it will be) to act with some intelligence these next few months.