Redskins News: The Case For Starting Robert Griffin III Right Away After Injury

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The Washington Redskins received a jolt of energy from former third-string quarterback Colt McCoy this past Monday night in the team's 20-17 overtime victory over the Dallas Cowboys.

However, Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk believes that McCoy's play doesn't change the fact that the team needs to start Robert Griffin III as soon as he is cleared to go:

Washington has made a huge investment in Griffin, giving up three first-round picks and a second-round pick to get him in 2012.  They need to know what they have before his third NFL season ends, since he becomes eligible for a new contract in 2015.

Even if Washington decides to wait on a new deal, a decision must be made on his $15 million-plus fifth-year option.  While it would be a surprise if they pass, Griffin playing in as many games as possible this year gives Washington the greatest amount of information before the May 3 deadline rolls around.

From all accounts, RGIII appears ready to go for Sunday's road game in Minneapolis against the Vikings.

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