Redskins QB Robert Griffin III Doctor Recommends He Sit Out Until the BYE Week
By Ernie Padaon
Aug 13, 2013; Richmond, VA, USA; Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) throws the ball prior to a morning walkthrough as part of the 2013 NFL training camp at the Bon Secours Washington Redskins Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
Washington Redskins QB Robert Griffin III wants to get out on the field during the preseason. His coach doesn’t want to rush him. According to RGIII’s doctor, he has recommended to the Redskins that Griffin sit out until after the BYE week. The Redksins BYE week isn’t until week 5 of the season.
Sources tell me RG3's dr, James Andrews, has recommended to #redskins that Griffin not play until after bye wk. Wash bye is week 5.
— Howard Eskin (@howardeskin) August 17, 2013
Well then. It looks like we have a difference in opinions here.
What should the Redskins do with their star quarterback? Should they rest him till his recommended time or should they listen to the player and get him back onto the field. That is a tough decision that Coach Mike Shannahan will have to make.
Can we meet at an even ground? How does week 1 sound?
Honestly, the Redskins have a decent backup quarterback in Kirk Cousins that can hold down the fort for a few games. RGIII can rest up and start tearing the league up after the BYE.