2012 Washington Redskins: Is Mike Shanahan’s Rebuilding Effort on Schedule?

May 12, 2012   ·   Taylor Hood   ·   Jump to comments

Coach Mike Shanahan came to Washington with two Super Bowl wins on his resume and a long-term outlook.
The franchise was in great disrepair and needed a complete rebuild.  Shanahan’s roster rebuilding plan had three steps: Build with younger, character guys; then build depth; and finally, add true playmakers. 
The first two years of his coaching tenure produced a combined 11-21 record.  While this may seem similar to the 4-12 record Jim Zorn put up in his last season as coach in D.C., Coach Shanahan had to clean house. Currently, only 15 Redskins remain who played under Zorn. 
These 15 met Shanahan’s character requirements—they're guys you'd go to war with, as the coach would say.
Last season, character was no longer an issue, but the Skins lacked talent at the quarterback position and, especially, on the offense line, which led to another last place finish in the NFC East. 
The defense, however, was much improved in i...

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