Redskins Eye Virginia Tech's Frank Beamer as Potential Head Coach

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Frank Beamer, the esteemed coach of Virginia Tech, is reportedly on the Washington Redskins' wish list for the next head coach position, according to CBS Sportsline. Beamer has led the Hokies to impressive success, culminating in a national championship game appearance last season and a 10-1 mark this season. Despite a multiyear contract offer from the University of North Carolina, Beamer's loyalty to Tech seems uncertain, with athletic director Jim Weaver granting permission for talks with potential suitors, including the Redskins.

Key Takeaways:

  • Frank Beamer, Virginia Tech's head coach, is being considered by the Washington Redskins for the next head coaching position.
  • Beamer's multiyear contract with the University of North Carolina, worth approximately $1.2 million annually, was recently offered but not accepted.
  • The Redskins finished third in the NFC East, giving them a challenging schedule for 2001, including home games against Dallas, NY Giants, Philadelphia, and Kansas City.
  • Dan Turk, a former Redskins center, passed away at 38 after a brief battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of memorable plays, including knocking out Deion Sanders and executing a crucial snap on a potential game-tying field goal.
  • Running back Larry Centers activated a $250,000 performance clause in his contract with seven receptions, marking the second consecutive week he met the bonus requirement.
  • DE Bruce Smith became the only player in NFL history to record 10 or more sacks in 13 seasons, with 10 this season, and stated that his retirement comments were "misconstrued," intending to return next season.
  • The Redskins will pick between 13th and 16th in the first round of the NFL draft in April, following their third-place finish in the NFC East.

Statistics:

  • Beamer's annual salary with Virginia Tech reaches approximately $1.2 million.
  • The Redskins' home attendance jumped to 647,424, breaking the previous NFL record of 634,204.
  • Centers secured $250,000 in bonuses for reaching 80 receptions in the season, marking his second week in a row activating a performance clause.
  • Smith logged 10 sacks this season, making him the only player with 10 or more sacks in 13 seasons.
  • The Redskins will pick between 13th and 16th in the first round of the NFL draft in April.

Sources:

  • CBS Sportsline
  • NFL records and statistics