Even in the early part of the offseason, speculation has run rampant, in regards to how close the Washington Redskins are to becoming a true contender.
We know the roster isn’t as deep as it needs to be. That was evident last season with the injuries that took place, and the drop in quality that subsequently occurred. But at the same time, before the injuries, the Washington Redskins showed they could compete with the hottest teams in the league, losing narrowly to the then-undefeated Kansas City Chiefs in prime time.
The injuries sustained by the Washington Redskins in 2017 are not an excuse for a 7-9 season.