It got better, right? Way better.
The Houston Astros got it right when they dismantled their team in Braves-like fashion, going from 111 losses two years ago to a wild-card berth this season. But the Chicago Bulls, who broke up their dynasty after Michael Jordan retired in 1998, needed seven years just to get back to the playoffs. They're still seeking another championship.
Receiver DeSean Jackson, who hurt his left hamstring in a Week 1 loss to Miami, has "a chance to be back sooner than we think" and might be able to play in Washington's next game, on Oct. 4 against the visiting Philadelphia Eagles, Gruden said.
Protecting the ball remains high on his to-do list. Intercepted only 14 times at Oregon, Mariota did not turn the ball over after being intercepted once and losing a fumble in the preseason opener at Atlanta.
Fowler, the third overall pick in the draft, is out for the season after tearing a knee ligament in May. Marks has been sidelined since injuring his knee in last year's season finale. It seems unlikely Marks will ready for the Sept. 13 opener against Carolina.
Wolfe said he usually doesn't consider it a good game if he doesn't get a sack but those are hard to come by with so many premier pass rushers in Denver.
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