The Washington Redskins got unexpected production out of Adrian Peterson last year.
Now the coaching staff hopes that can keep happening as the backfield transitions to a committee approach pending the return of Derrius Guice.
Redskins running backs coach Randy Jordan spoke with ESPN’s John Keim about the possible long-term effects of a committee approach.
“Yes it can,” Jordan said. “There’s no question the man has taken a lot of hits, but also delivered a lot. The thing I’m trying to get them to understand: All you guys can feed off each other. It allows them to come to the sidelines and see the whole game in a different light.”
Guice still has to get cleared and show he can continue on the proper development track before he plays a big role in the offense. But he figured to have an even bigger role last year before going down in the preseason.
With Peterson rumbling for 1,000-plus yards last year, the Redskins can’t really go wrong. The backfield, behind one of the best lines in football, should produce either way.
But with a talent like Dwayne Haskins developing at quarterback, it sure doesn’t hurt to have the long-term outlook in mind.
