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What to look for as the Redskins return to work in Richmond

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Junior Galette off to good start in Redskins camp but faces long road
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  John KeimESPN Staff Writer

RICHMOND, Va. -- The tease began two years ago when Washington Redskins linebacker Junior Galette first showed in training camp what he could do. And then he got hurt. Then he spent the next offseason posting videos of him dunking a ball, or working out, showing that he could still be explosive. Appetites were whet. And then he got hurt again.

So when it comes to Galette, "caution" must be the operative word.

With that said: As the Redskins take a mandated day off Sunday, they have to be encouraged by what they've seen, both from the spring and the early part of training camp. It's still too early to know just how much he can be his old self after two Achilles injuries or how much he can do. There's still rust to his game, and when you've last played in 2014, expectations must be limited.

The Redskins have to be encouraged by Junior Galette's offseason and training camp given he hasn't played since 2014. AP Photo/Alex Brandon
Still, Galette clearly isn't done. After a lackluster Thursday, Galette played well against the run a day later -- both from a recognition and quickness standpoint. He was able to get into the backfield and either make a stop or pinch the play (the players were only in shells; pads matter, but with Galette you want to see the get-off, considering that's been his strength).

During one-on-one drills Saturday, he wasn't overmatched at all against left tackle Trent Williams. He made Williams work. Galette did get Morgan Moses on one rush. And Galette showed what he could do on a stunt, working well with Preston Smith and ducking inside past Shawn Lauvao.

You can't go overboard and extrapolate what Galette will now do during the season based on a couple of days in camp. But for Washington, Galette's start beats the alternative, one in which he shows he can't play anymore. Again, one word: caution.

"We just have to play it by ear and see how he does," Redskins coach Jay Gruden said. "I'm excited. He has got great energy out there, he works hard and has won a bunch of one-on-ones already."

The Redskins have depth at outside linebacker, also with Smith, Ryan Kerrigan, Ryan Anderson and Trent Murphy. It gives them flexibility as most of them can rush from multiple spots. Galette, though, would give them someone with more explosion. He can win solo battles and, paired with power, he can be effective on stunts. Galette plays with more passion than most, and after two missed seasons that will only intensify -- and this defense needed more passion.

First things first, he must have a strong camp and not just a good opening couple of days. Then he must, of course, stay healthy. Then we'll finally see what he can do rather than wonder.

Other camp observations:

1. It's a shame that running back Keith Marshall injured his knee Saturday and now will miss the season. Marshall clearly knew it was bad, slamming his fist to the ground. That's understandable given that he missed all of last season, too. Concerned teammates (Vernon Davis, A.J. Francis, Rob Kelley, among others) walked over to say a few words. The tough part for Marshall is that earlier in the day, Gruden had told reporters "I think people are sleeping on him a bit." Marshall showed speed early in practice, getting around the edge for what would have been a 15- to 20-yard gain. He also showed in a blitz pickup drill that he had work to do in that area. One of the loneliest things for a player to do is rehab, and now Marshall must do it again. And a dream, once more, is deferred.

2. Your daily "Terrelle Pryor is big" nugget: On another comeback, linebacker Mason Foster was in position to make a play. But Kirk Cousins could throw the ball off target just a little, giving Pryor a chance to make a play. And he did. It's impossible to know if Cousins would have thrown a similar ball to someone a few inches shorter. But with Pryor he can get away with it; the key will be how much Cousins is willing to do so during the regular season. It took him a little bit to trust former teammate DeSean Jackson on certain routes, even if he appeared to be covered.

3. There's reason to feel good about the 2016 draft class, even after Marshall's injury. Receiver Josh Doctson and corner Kendall Fuller have looked good; Su'a Cravens is starting at safety, and defensive lineman Matt Ioannidis has looked bigger and stronger at end. He's done a nice job using that power to win battles, and he has a knack for finding the ball. Former general manager Scot McCloughan loved him last year, partly for his mindset. It's a good start for Ioannidis; where he takes it from here is up to him.

4. Defensive backs wanted to be corrected sooner than they were last season. Most like to know shortly after a play in practice what went wrong, or what they needed to do. They're getting those sorts of lessons from new secondary coach Torrian Gray. After one play Saturday, he spoke with corner Josh Norman for a couple of minutes going over the technique that should have been used on a play. Another key: Norman was receptive and listened.

5. It's still really hard to know how the defensive line will look as the Redskins continue to mix players; no one has consistently lined up with the first defense. Figuring out what they'll do at nose tackle is also difficult. They also have time. Joey Mbu has probably worked the most with the first unit at nose tackle. He's strong, but he'll also have to show that he can move well laterally, something he'll have a chance to do in games.

ionman under the radar . would be nice if he could develop

 

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Justin Byram‏ @Justin_Byram 4h4 hours ago




Two battles I want to keep an eye on throughout camp: Who steps up at corner? Can Fuller/Dunbar take the next step? both have flashed

 

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Justin Byram‏ @Justin_Byram 4h4 hours ago




Two battles I want to keep an eye on throughout camp: Who steps up at corner? Can Fuller/Dunbar take the next step? both have flashed

Fuller has to be the favorite for the 3rd Cb right now.

 

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Justin Byram‏ @Justin_Byram 4h4 hours ago




Two battles I want to keep an eye on throughout camp: Who steps up at corner? Can Fuller/Dunbar take the next step? both have flashed

gonna be hard for Dunbar making the team with Holsey having a good camp and Moreau coming back soon

Fuller has to be the favorite for the 3rd Cb right now.

Holsey is having a hell of a camp and Moreau will be coming back

 

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Fuller has to be the favorite for the 3rd Cb right now.

he is making the jump .soon FM will be in the mix too . the good thing is we have a good group of corners

 

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he is making the jump .soon FM will be in the mix too . the good thing is we have a good group of corners

FM unseating Fuller for 3rd Cb would be a major upset in camp. This all points to BB leaving next year. Lets hope we keep 6 Cb's this year. If we put Hosley on the PS there is no doubt he will get scooped up. Very possible Dunbar becomes a surprise cut. Everyone is saying we are keeping 5 safeties this year. the two starters, Blackmon, Evertt, and Hall. It could come down to Dunbar and Hall. Then Hall would have to go.

 

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FM unseating Fuller for 3rd Cb would be a major upset in camp. This all points to BB leaving next year. Lets hope we keep 6 Cb's this year. If we put Hosley on the PS there is no doubt he will get scooped up. Very possible Dunbar becomes a surprise cut. Everyone is saying we are keeping 5 safeties this year. the two starters, Blackmon, Evertt, and Hall. It could come down to Dunbar and Hall. Then Hall would have to go.

he wont unseat him i dont think . hosley has had a good couple of days but we will see about him

 

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he wont unseat him i dont think . hosley has had a good couple of days but we will see about him

regardless of what BB does this year he is gone next year. Do you agree?

 

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regardless of what BB does this year he is gone next year. Do you agree?

i am not ready to go there yet

 

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i am not ready to go there yet

How can you pay him Fa dollars when you would have Fuller, FM and Norman? Plus if Hosley does anything this year its a bonus

 

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How can you pay him Fa dollars when you would have Fuller, FM and Norman? Plus if Hosley does anything this year its a bonus

it could be norman who is shown the door . if KC isnt here then more cap is available . too many factors . FM hasnt proven anything fuller still has to show it on the field . there isnt any reason for me to make an absolute call on anyone right now

 

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it could be norman who is shown the door . if KC isnt here then more cap is available . too many factors . FM hasnt proven anything fuller still has to show it on the field . there isnt any reason for me to make an absolute call on anyone right now

If everyone stays healthy I cant see us paying big dollars for BB.