Making his first career start at center in place of injured Kory Lichtensteiger, Spencer Long helped anchor a solid Redskins rushing attack in their victory over the Browns.
Next man up. That is the mentality you must have in the NFL as a player in a backup role.
After take reps at both left guard and center in the offseason but ultimatley being the No. 2 player at both positions, Spencer Long waited for his opportunity to get back on the field during the regular season.
Long got his first chance during week three’s victory over the New York Giants, when starting center Kory Lichtensteiger injured his calf.