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Redskins' Cerrato Defends Roster Despite 2-5 Start

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Washington Redskins executive vice president of football operations Vinny Cerrato believes he gave coach Jim Zorn a roster capable of making the playoffs. Despite the team's 2-5 start, Cerrato admits to being frustrated and disappointed, saying it's not where they expected to be. Cerrato has received much of the heat for the dismal season, with players and critics alike questioning the lack of depth along the offensive line. Cerrato acknowledged the issue but cited the signing of left guard Derrick Dockery and tackle Mike Williams as his main additions to the line.

Key Takeaways:

  • Cerrato believes he gave coach Jim Zorn a roster capable of making the playoffs, despite the team's 2-5 start.
  • The Redskins have struggled with depth along the offensive line, allowing 14 sacks in the past three games.
  • Cerrato cited the signings of left guard Derrick Dockery and tackle Mike Williams as his main additions to the line, despite both players being injury-prone and unfamiliar with the team's playbook.
  • The team's lack of depth along the line has hindered their performance, with Pro Bowl tackles Chris Samuels and Randy Thomas being injured.
  • Cerrato acknowledged that the team would be better with Samuels and Thomas, but expressed a desire to have more depth in the future.
  • The Redskins' decision to switch play-calling duties from coach Zorn to Sherman Lewis has been met with mixed results, with the team committing three turnovers and allowing six sacks in their first game under Lewis's play-calling.
  • Cerrato stated that he felt Lewis "provided a spark" and that the offense did some good things, despite the loss.

Statistics:

  • The Redskins have allowed 14 sacks in the past three games, with the reshuffled line being particularly vulnerable.
  • The team struggled to score, with their lowest point total of the season coming in a 27-17 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.
  • The Redskins have committed three turnovers in each of their last two games, with the issue of quarterback Jason Campbell's inexperience being highlighted.
  • Cerrato has stated that he feels his job as executive vice president of football operations is secure, despite the team's poor performance.

Sources:

  • The Associated Press, "Redskins' Cerrato defends roster despite 2-5 start"
  • The Washington Redskins, citing clips from the team's press conference

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