ANALYSIS/OPINION:
The Washington Redskins have their first preseason play date Thursday night against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. They call it a game, but, come on, it’s more like a play date. It means as much.
You’ll probably see just enough of Redskins starters to remain convinced — like those at Redskins Park — that this is the best roster coach Jay Gruden has had since hired in 2014, but not much more than that. You’ll see some guys who may be in the XFL three years from now, and others who may be gym teachers.