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The Washington Redskins entered the 2019 draft looking to draft their quarterback of the future after Alex Smith suffered what many believe is a career-ending leg injury in 2018. Some draft prognosticators had the Redskins trading up with the Giants to take Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins. Instead, the Giants used that pick on Daniel Jones, and Haskins fell to Washington at 15th overall.
Haskins is thought to be the best pure passer in the 2019 draft after throwing for nearly 5000 yards and 50 touchdowns in 14 games with the Buckeyes. In addition to tossing just eight interceptions, Haskins completed 70% of his passes while leading Ohio State to a 13-1 record and a Rose Bowl victory over Washington.
The starting quarterback position is up in the air with Washington, as veterans Colt McCoy and Case Keenum will battle Haskins for the starting job Week 1. Haskins is the most talented of the three and possesses the biggest arm, but it may be smart of the Redskins coaching staff to ease him into action.
For fantasy purposes, the lack of clarity on who will be the opening day starter relegates Haskins to a wait and see player and a waiver wire pickup in all but the deepest of two-quarterback leagues.
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Dwayne Haskins has shot at starting QB job
Gruden calls Haskins a "wild card"
By: Mike Krueger | Fri Jun 14, 7:00 am
|  | Dwayne Haskins' flashes produce moments of joy, other throws let them know Haskins needs more seasoning.
But with spring practices completed, they've seen enough to know that this year's 15th overall pick is a serious contender for the starting job. "Oh, for sure," Redskins coach Jay Gruden said. "I'd be silly not to. He's put enough out there on tape to say he deserves a shot, without a doubt." (ESPN)
FFToday's Take: Gruden went on to call Haskins a "wild card". With only Colt McCoy and Case Keenum, to beat out, it's likely Haskins will at least makes some starts this season even if he doesn't land the job out of training camp.
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