Washington Redskins
Rob Jackson - #50 - LB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 4"/ 266 lbs. |
| Birthday | 11/03/1985 |
| Birthplace | New Haven, CT |
| College | Kansas State |
| Years played | 5 |
| Drafted | 2008, 7th round, 35th pick by Redskins |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 35 | 2 | 4 |
Chudzinski, Wannstedt not making proper adjustments
Carolina's Rob Chudzinski and Buffalo's Dave Wannstedt are struggling to adjust; Adrian Peterson's incredible season; and more from Week Seven.
Eli rallies Giants to win over RG3, Redskins
Eli Manning threw a 77-yard scoring pass to Victor Cruz and the Giants overcame a late TD by Robert Griffin III to beat the Redskins, 27-23.
Redskins TE Davis out for the season with Achilles injury
Redskins TE Fred Davis was carted off the field in Sunday’s game against the Giants with a season-ending Achilles injury.
League fines Bills, Redskins for injury-reporting violations
The NFL fined the Bills and Redskins each $20,000 for violations of the league’s injury-reporting policy.
Key matchup: Redskins QB Robert Griffin III vs. Giants defensive coordinator Perry Fewell
The Giants must not blitz too much against a running threat such as Redskins QB Robert Griffin III.
NFC East Spin cycle: Giants, Redskins on collision course
Although the Cowboys and Eagles missed on late-game opportunities, the Giants and Redskins turned in statement victories.
RG3 helps Redskins snap home losing streak
Robert Griffin III ran for 138 yards and two touchdowns and the Redskins snapped an eight-game home losing streak with a 38-26 win over the Vikings.
Redskins not changing approach with Griffin
The Redskins say they are not dramatically changing course with Robert Griffin III despite his concussion and repeated hits.
NFL Links: Texans' offense in no rush
The Texans aren't conforming to the NFL's hurry-up trends, Alex Smith is suddenly a savior and Pete Carroll squares off with his old team.
Key matchup: Redskins RB Alfred Morris vs. Vikings' run defense
The Redskins' impressive rookie runner Alfred Morris will face an improved Vikings defense.
Redskins release Cundiff, add Forbath
The Redskins released PK Billy Cundiff on Tuesday and signed PK Kai Forbath.
NFC East Spin Cycle: Week Five
The Giants gained ground in the NFC East race as the Redskins (who lost a QB) and Eagles (who might change QBs) fell in close games.
Falcons still unbeaten after win over 'Skins
Michael Turner ran 13 yards for the go-ahead score with 2:46 to play in a 24-17 win over the Redskins.
Redskins QB Griffin, Chiefs QB Cassel injured Sunday
Redskins QB Robert Griffin III and Chiefs QB Matt Cassel left their respective games on Sunday with head injuries.
Redskins' run game thriving for many reasons
The Redskins have found answers across the board that have made their rushing attack one of the most potent in the NFL.
PLAYER NEWS
With two-time Pro Bowl linebacker Brian Orakpo out for the season with a shoulder injury, Jackson or Chris Wilson will finally get his name etched into starting 11 when the Redskins (1-1) host the Cincinnati Bengals.|||||||
Regardless of which one starts, coach Mike Shanahan said both will get ample playing time Sunday. The one who performs better will get to keep the job.
Jackson was inactive for Sunday's game against the Giants.|||||||
Jackson has one tackle in one game this season.
Jackson was inactive against Seattle on Sunday.|||||||
Jackson has appeared in one game in his rookie season.
