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Redskins Vs. Bills: Three Takeaways From The Redskins' Preseason Opener

Robert Griffin III impressed in his NFL debut Thursday night against the Bills. But who else stood out from the Redskins preseason opener?

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Redskins Vs. Bills: Washington Wins First Preseason Game, 7-6

A first-quarter touchdown pass by Robert Griffin III to Pierre Garcon was all the Washington Redskins needed to defeat the Buffalo Bills, 7-6 in preseason NFL action at Ralph Wilson Stadium in Orchard Park, N.Y. Thursday evening.

The game was a typical affair for the first game of preseason, as the offenses struggled and both teams committed a combined 23 penalties for 190 yards.

Griffin III, the rookie QB from Baylor, played three series, the last of which ended in the 20-yard scoring screen play by Garcon. His understudies fared somewhat less well, as Rex Grossman completed just 2 of 10 passes for 22 yards. Rookie third-stringer Kurt Cousins saw the most time, but completed just 9 of his 22 passes, the first of which was intercepted.

Alfred Morris was Washington's leading rusher, with 54 yards on 15 carries. Evan Royster and Roy Helu combined for just 38 yards in 11 carries.

On the receiving end, Garcon led all Redskins with 58 yards on three catches in addition to the touchdown. He was followed by Josh Morgan (4 catches, 49 yards), and Aldrick Robinson (2 catches, 28 yards).

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Redskins Vs. Bills Score Update: Washington Leads 7-3 After Impressive Robert Griffin III Debut

The first half of the first preseason game is in the books for the Washington Redskins, and as expected, all the talk will be about Robert Griffin III's debut. RGIII hit his targets during limited work in the first quarter, completing four of six passes for 70 yards. Most notably, it appeared the rookie is on his way to establishing a rapport with free agent acquisition Pierre Garcon. Griffin hit Garcon for a 19-yard completion down the middle and then on a quick hitch for the only touchdown of the first half. Animated gifs of the two big plays below:

Garcon finished with three catches for 58 yards.

After Griffin III departed, the quarterback play was rusty, to say the least. Rex Grossman came on and went two for ten, failing to establish any kind of rhythm. The Skin's other rookie QB, Kirk Cousins went five for nine and threw and interception over the middle, placing the ball behind his receiver where trailing Buffalo cornerback Ron Brooks stepped in to pick it off. On the subsequent series, however, Washington's Richard Crawford would go up and take a Tyler Thigpen pass out of the air to give that ball back to the 'Skins.

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Redskins Vs. Bills Score Update: Washington Leads 7-3; Robert Griffin Impressive

Robert Griffin III's debut was very solid, and the Washington Redskins defense looks good as well. Unfortunately, the Redskins did have one bad turnover -- a fumble by Evan Royster -- allowing the Buffalo Bills to pick up an easy field goal. They've looked good so far, even with that turnover, and the Redskins lead 7-3 at the end of the first quarter.

Griffin played three series and was 4-6 passing for 70 yards and a touchdown. One of his incompletions came on a pass right into the hands of Pierre Garcon on a third down, but Garcon was unable to keep his feet inbounds. The touchdown was on his last throw of his night, a short pass that Garcon took 20 yards into the end zone.

Rex Grossman is now in at quarterback for the Redskins and should play through the second quarter.

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The Washington Redskins will debut first-round pick Robert Griffin III on Thursday evening against the Buffalo Bills.

Redskins Vs. Bills Odds: Washington Favored At -2.5

The Washington Redskins will open up their 2012 NFL preseason with a matchup on the road against the Buffalo Bills. The Redskins will debut first-round pick quarterback Robert Griffin III on Thursday and despite being on the road are currently opening as the favorite, listed at -2.5 according to OddsShark.

While to gamble on preseason games you'd either need to be an expert gambler or a degenerate, it's worth noting that last season for the first week of the preseason the favorite went 11-4 in covering the spread.

Ultimately wins and losses in the preseason don't matter, given the game usually comes down to who has the better quarterback depth in the matchup between the two teams, but Vegas thinks it's important enough to allow people to gamble on them.

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Chain Reactions: The Redskins' Buffalo Goals; The Nats Put The Nation On Mute

The Redskins' three important objectives Thursday night, the Nats aren't listening to outside noise, and please Let Teddy Win already.

Redskins Vs. Bills: Tim Hightower, Anthony Armstrong To Miss Thursday's Game

The Washington Redskins are inching closer to their first preseason game of the season, so what is the status of players that are currently injured? Head Coach Mike Shanahan announced that several players, including running back Tim Hightower and wide receiver Anthony Armstrong will be out for Thursdays game.

Shanahan: Hightower, Armstrong, DY and Steiger are out vs Buffalo.

— Rich Campbell (@Rich_Campbell) August 7, 2012

The other players include fullback Darrel Young and guard Kory Lichtensteiger. At the running back position, Evan Royster will get the start for the Redskins.

Among other players that have not had their status decided upon yet, guard Chris Chester has been dealing with his ankle issues recently. Head coach Shanahan said that his ankle is swollen and that his status is most likely doubtful.

Shanahan: Chris Chester's ankle is a bit swollen, he's a long shot to play Thurs night. Ruled Anthony Armstrong out of the game. #Redskins

— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) August 7, 2012

Wide receiver Josh Morgan is also trying to return for Thursday's game, but he is still questionable at this point. Shanahan also updated the press on the status of offensive tackle Jammal Brown, dealing with his hip injury. Shanahan has said that while he has not started running again, he feels a lot better than he has felt.

Mike Shanahan: Jammal Brown is still sore and isn't running yet. Feeling better than several days ago. #Redskins

— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) August 7, 2012

The Redskins play the Bills on Thursday night with kick off scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

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Redskins Vs. Bills: Redskins Issue First Preseason Depth Chart

With their first preseason game coming up on Thursday evening, the Redskins released their first depth chart of the preseason Monday.

There are few surprises on the list, though Tim Hightower's listing as the first running back on the depth chart is interesting, considering that the running back was limited in the early part of training camp. It should also be noted that Jammal Brown and Korey Lichtensteiger are listed first at their spots despite the fact that both are currently sidelined due to injuries.

The full chart is below. Names should be read from left to right.

Offense

WR
89 Santana Moss, 85 Leonard Hankerson, 15 Joshua Morgan, 18 Terrence Austin, 86 Lance Lewis, 17 Darius Hanks, 19 Dezmon Briscoe

LT
71 Trent Williams, 68 Tom Compton, 60 Jordan Black

LG
78 Kory Lichtensteiger, 79 Maurice Hurt, 67 Josh LeRibeus, 62 Nick Martinez

C
63 Will Montgomery, 58 Erik Cook, 61 Grant Garner

RG
66 Chris Chester, 73 Adam Gettis, 54 Tony Moll

RT
77 Jammal Brown, 74 Tyler Polumbus, 69 Willie Smith, 75 James Lee

TE
83 Fred Davis, 47 Chris Cooley, 84 Niles Paul,82 Logan Paulsen, 80 Richard Quinn, 87 Beau Reliford

WR
88 Pierre Garçon, 13 Anthony Armstrong, 16 Brandon Banks, 11 Aldrick Robinson, 14 Samuel Kirkland

QB
10 Robert Griffin III, 8 Rex Grossman, 12 Kirk Cousins, 3 Jonathan Crompton

FB
36 Darrel Young, 47 Chris Cooley, 45 Dorson Boyce

RB
25 Tim Hightower, 35 Evan Royster, 29 Roy Helu, Jr., 46 Alfred Morris, 38 Tristan Davis, 23 Lennon Creer, 34 Antwon Bailey

Defense

LDE
94 Adam Carriker, 64 Kedric Golston, 90 Doug Worthington

NT
96 Barry Cofield, 95 Chris Neild, 92 Chris Baker, 78 Delvin Johnson

RDE
72 Stephen Bowen, 99 Jarvis Jenkins, 76 Darrion Scott

LOLB
91 Ryan Kerrigan, 51 Chris Wilson, 55 Markus White, 45 Monte Lewis

MLB
59 London Fletcher, 97 Lorenzo Alexander, 57 Donnell Holt

JLB
56 Perry Riley, 53 Bryan Kehl, 52 Keenan Robinson

ROLB
98 Brian Orakpo, 50 Rob Jackson, 58 Brian McNally

LCB
23 DeAngelo Hall, 20 Cedric Griffin, 39 Richard Crawford, 30 Morgan Trent, 25 David Jones

RCB
26 Josh Wilson, 22 Kevin Barnes, 32 Brandyn Thompson, 40 Travon Bellamy

SS
31 Brandon Meriwewather, 37 Reed Doughty, 48 Jordan Bernstine

FS
41 Madieu Williams, 24 DeJon Gomes, 34 Tanard Jackson

Special Teams

K
4 Graham Gano, 1 Neil Rackers

P
6 Sav Rocca

LS
57 Nick Sundberg

H
6 Sav Rocca

KR
16 Brandon Banks, 11 Aldrick Robinson, 13 Anthony Armstrong, 84 Niles Paul, 38 Tristan Davis, 46 Alfred Morris
35 Evan Royster, 29 Roy Helu, Jr.

PR
16 Brandon Banks, 11 Aldrick Robinson, 13 Anthony Armstrong, 39 Richard Crawford, 89 Santana Moss
18 Terrence Austin

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Redskins Vs. Bills Game Preview: Robert Griffin III To Play '12 To 20 Plays' In Debut

The Washington Redskins open up their preseason schedule on Thursday night against the Buffalo Bills. Robert Griffin III will play about '12 to 20 plays' in the first game according to head coach Mike Shanahan.