Daily Slop: Taylor Heinicke provides answers in ‘fortunate’ win over Giants; Landon Collins felt tremendous getting first win against his former team

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The legend of Taylor Heinicke grows in dramatic Washington win: ‘He reminded me of Russell Wilson’ | Professional Sports | richmond.com
LANDOVER, Md. – Taylor Heinicke walked into the Washington Football Team huddle with two minutes remaining, needing a score to win, and running back J.D. McKissic recognized the look on

Landon Collins felt tremendous getting first win against his former team | RSN
Landon Collins had yet to secure a victory against the Giants since signing with Washington in 2018.

Dustin Hopkins thankful for rare second chance at game-winning field goal vs. Giants | RSN
Dustin Hopkins hasn’t had two chances at a game-winner before.

Here’s how much money NFL practice squad players make | RSN
Here’s everything you need to know about NFL practice squads, from player salaries to rules and more.

Washington tried everything at QB but might have found one in Taylor Heinicke | RSN
Washington has tried everything at QB. Everything. None of it has worked. Sometimes the things you need most present themselves when nobody is looking.

DeAngelo Hall, Shawn Springs express concerns over Washington’s defense | RSN
Two former Washington cornerbacks weigh in on what’s been missing from Washington’s defense this season.

Ron Rivera had a simple message for Taylor Heinicke before WFT’s winning drive | RSN
Taylor Heinicke listened to what coach Ron Rivera had to say and delivered on Washington’s final drive

Washington, Taylor Heinicke needed ‘one more opportunity’ in comeback win vs. Giants – The Athletic
As the vocal crowd watched in shock, Taylor Heinicke took the time on the sideline to go from chaos to calm.

Inside Taylor Henicke’s game-winning drive for the Washington Football Team – The Washington Post
This is how quarterback Taylor Heinicke brushed off a bad interception to lead his team to a dramatic victory.

5 Takeaways From Washington’s Last-Second Win Over The Giants
The Washington Football hosted the New York Giants in primetime and came away with a last-second dramatic 30-29 win. Here are five takeaways from the victory.

A Closer Look At The Wild Ending To Washington’s Victory
The last five minutes of Washington’s victory over the Giants were an emotional roller coaster. Here’s a closer look at how Washington pulled out the win.

Taylor Heinicke provides answers in ‘fortunate’ win over Giants – Washington Times
Thursday wasn’t pretty for the Burgundy and Gold. Coach Ron Rivera said the team was “fortunate” to get a win. The defense, for a second straight outing, had far too many breakdowns and penalties. Taylor Heinicke, the team’s starting quarterback in place of an injured Ryan Fitzpatrick, threw a bone-headed, almost-unfathomable interception with less than three minutes left backed up inside the 20.

Who messed with the WFT defense?
The Washington Football Team flips its offseason script, scoring at will on offense with the defense coming up well short of expectations for a second straight week. Ron Rivera needs to get this mess cleaned up, STAT!

Game Balls: 4 Standouts In Washington’s Week 2 Win Over The Giants
These four players delivered standout performances in the Washington Football Team’s 30-29 victory over the New York Giants. Here’s a look at each played in the last-second victory.

As the Washington Football Team’s QB quest enters Year 29, ESPN Analytics ranks its past 30 starters
Washington has been chasing a long-term QB since 1993, a search that includes some bad luck and first-round flameouts. John Keim breaks it down.

5 Of The Best Moments From Bobby Mitchell’s Career In Washington
Washington has retired Mitchell’s No. 49 and renamed the lower seating bowl of FedExField in his honor.