Marcus

Washington

The first-time Pro Bowler is expected to suit up Sunday. Fred Smoot, Lavar Arrington, and Clinton Portis will not.

Washington is a physical player willing to help the team out, but any move to a hybrid LB/DE role would hurt his fantasy value. Most likely, the Redskins are just experimenting with something in camp.

All except Wynn and Brunell are starters, so its welcome news for coach Joe Gibbs. Moss had a minor hip ailment during minicamps and OTAs. Washington and Springs are coming off surgeries and may practice once-a-day in camp.

The Washington Post reports Washington left the game in “considerable pain” and was holding his right arm, which was “bent badly.” X-rays revealed no fractures.

Veteran Randall Godfrey will make his first start in burgundy and gold.

Defensive coordinator Gregg Williams said that Washington looked “excellent” in practice. Washington missed the final two preseason games after dislocating his elbow.

We’d still sit Portis for a better option. His matchup against Miami is not favorable. Samuels’ return will be a boon to Jason Campbell’s protection.

Washington, who missed the last two games with a hamstring pull, racked up three sacks, 15 stops (10 solo), and a forced fumble before going down.

Great news for Washington, who had hip and elbow surgeries this offseason. He may not be quite the same player as he once was in 2007, but it looks like he’ll be ready for the start of training camp. Mark Brunell (shoulder) said he would fully return to practice on Wednesday as well.