Daily Slop: Preseason opener to provide an important first test for Washington’s QBs; Montez Sweat hopes he and Chase Young can break NFL’s combined sack record

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Chasing Greatness: Chase Young’s journey to the NFL – ESPN Video
Kimberley Martin sits down with Washington Football Team defensive end Chase Young to discuss his pursuit of greatness in the NFL.

Ryan Fitzpatrick brings energy and fearlessness to Washington offense | RSN
Ryan Fitzpatrick’s new Washington teammates talked during training camp about what the veteran quarterback brings to the table in D.C.

Sam Cosmi not treating himself as a rookie, focused on being ‘a pro’ | RSN
The Washington Football Team’s second-round pick from 2021 is doing everything he can to limit rookie mistakes.

Montez Sweat hopes he and Chase Young can break NFL’s combined sack record | RSN
The NFL record for most sacks between two players in 39.

Preseason opener to provide an important first test for Washington’s quarterbacks – The Washington Post
In Thursday’s preseason game at New England, Washington Coach Ron Rivera is looking for his quarterbacks to show command of the offense.

PHOTOS: Training Camp Day 12
The Washington Football Team continues Week 3 of training camp. (Photos by Emilee Fails/Washington Football Team)

NFL taunting rule will be strictly enforced by officials in 2021 | RSN
The NFL announced rule changes ahead of the 2021 season, including one focused on enforcing taunting rules. Here’s more on the league’s announcement.

DeAndre Carter’s NFL journey has taken him to eight teams. Is he about to make an improbable run to a roster spot in Washington? | Professional Sports | richmond.com
DeAndre Carter’s first youth football team was the Fremont Redskins in California.

WFT training camp observations: Montez Sweat and Chase Young set sights on sack record – The Washington Post
Ron Rivera also opened up about what he’s looking for in Thursday’s preseason game and how Michael Jordan once gave him some sage advice about evaluating players.

Washington Football Team Keys To The Game: New England Patriots
The Washington Football Team is kicking off the preseason with a road trip to face Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots. Here are three keys to Thursday’s matchup, presented by VanMetre.

Washington Training Camp Notebook: Heading To New England
Washington had it’s final practice before playing the Patriots on Thursday. Here are some notes and quotes from Tuesday morning.

Jaret Patterson grew up a die-hard Washington fan. Now he’s fighting to make the team. – The Washington Post
Patterson grew up roughly eight miles north of FedEx Field and is a lifelong Washington fan. Now, as a 5-foot-7 undrafted running back, he hopes to earn a spot on its final roster.

Washington Football vs Patriots: 10 Things I Want to See Against New England | WFT Preseason Game 1
Thursday, August 12, 7:30 PM @ Gillette Stadium…

NFC East Rankings: Which team has the best single unit in the division? | RSN
Washington’s defense? The Cowboys’ offense? Determining which team has the best singular unit in the NFC East.