Washington Redskins defense will continue to rely on blitzing the quarterback

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The number of elements to consider, on every third down, run through Jim Haslett's mind. What protection is the opponent likely to call?

Can Haslett's Washington Redskins defense get to the quarterback by rushing the standard four players and dropping the other seven into pass coverage? Will he need five — which the Redskins refer to as a "dog"? Or will he send six or seven or — gulp — even eight players, with hopes of outnumbering the blockers and overwhelming the quarterback, all while putting pressure on his lonely cornerbacks to hold up?

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Jerry Markon 30 Sep, 2011

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