Two Redskins defenders named to PFF Team of Week 3. Oh yeah, we are the 8th-ranked defense.

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The hits just keep on coming for the Redskins defense. Pro Football Focus recognized TWO, young, with upside potential players after that Raiders beatdown.

Montae Nicholson, S, “Nicholson had the highlight reel interception of QB Derek Carr on a deep shot on Sunday night, but he was also in close coverage numerous other times….”

Kendall Fuller, CB, “Thrown at four times, Fuller allowed just two catches for 17 yards and intercepted a pass against Derek Carr….”

Former Redskins Brian Orakpo made this list. ‘Rak plays for the Titans now.

Follow the link to the full story on profootballfocus.com, NFL 2017 Week 3 – Team of the Week.

When a Redskins player won praise like this, they were always on the offense. We’ve got to take a breadth for defensive recognition.

Whatever red meat you are feeding these kids, Coach Manusky, don’t stop.

After three weeks, the defense ranks eighth in yards allowed and tied for tenth in points allowed.

Top 10 defense! Savor it.

Image, Redskins.com

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