ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — As Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins prepares for Saturday night's critical game against the Eagles, he admits some parts of his job have gotten easier.
Over that stretch, Cousins has thrown 16 touchdowns and three interceptions, helping the Redskins to a 5-3 record.
As Washington attempts (7-7) to clinch the NFC East with a victory over Philadelphia (6-8), Cousins' rhythm and comfort level have translated to on-field improvement.
Cousins said improving chemistry with those receivers has been a gradual process,Football jerseys cheap.
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Jackson's 153 receiving yards were a season high, and Reed is second among tight ends with 74 receptions and tied for third with nine touchdowns.
NOTES: Jackson (knee, foot) and S Dashon Goldson (rib, shoulder, knee) were among those who missed Wednesday's practice. Gruden said Jackson was "still a little sore, a little beat up" after playing through his injuries on Sunday, and called his absence "maybe a veteran day." ... C Kory Lichtensteiger returned to practice and would be eligible to come off injured reserve for the playoffs. ... Washington signed TE Marcel Jensen to the active roster from the Bills practice squad.
"This is essentially his rookie season you would say. First time being handed the reins to a team. He's definitely gaining experience, gaining maturity. He's coming into his own."
"I don't know that you suddenly cross a threshold and you have it,Atlanta Falcons Wholesale Jerseys," Cousins said. "Obviously, it appeared on Sunday like we had it, but it's a process. It's not a sudden, snap your fingers and now you've got it."
"He's getting comfortable," left tackle Trent Williams said of Cousins, who has only 23 NFL starts despite four seasons in the league.
Cousins has become the first quarterback in franchise history to throw for 300 or more yards six times in a season, with five of those coming over his past eight games.
Cousins threw four touchdowns in Sunday's 35-25 victory over Buffalo, including two to tight end Jordan Reed and a 77-yard pass to former Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson.

"Kirk is really good as far as remembering plays that happened before and understanding what we're trying to do," Gruden said. "Every rep he gets, man, it's just fuel for him."
Overall, he has 22 touchdown passes and 11 interceptions,Bill Lee Jersey, including eight picks over the first six weeks of the season, which coach Jay Gruden suggested was a crucial learning experience.
He's the league's leader in completion rate (69.7 percent), and is seventh in completions (336) and ninth in passing yards (3,625).
"I said, 'Alright, I'm in the cold tub at this time. I'm eating lunch at this time. On Mondays, it's spend-time-with-my-wife time.'" Cousins said Wednesday. "The first few weeks you had to get used to that,Scarpe Air Force Just Do It, but now ... 14 games in, you have it down to a science. And you have a routine where you can just turn your brain off."

It's uncertain whether Jones might sit out the start of training camp next month. Thomas and Walt Aikens are the only other experienced safeties on the roster.
"Cover three is cover three," Gase said. "Maybe there is a different term for it for every team,Blake Swihart Jersey, but guys like that who have experience understand defense. So as far as him being able to learn the playbook, that would be zero concern for me."
Seattle Seahawks safety Kam Chancellor held out last year through the first two games of the season and has still not gotten a deal to replace a $28 million, four-year contract that took effect in 2014.
"Reshad is Reshad,Arthur Moats Jersey," linebacker Koa Misi said. "He's going to do what he needs to do. We're going to concentrate on what guys we have here."
"I kind of screwed that up," the rookie coach said. "I'm just being a little cautious. I probably just need to let him roll. I got soft and kept him out of practice today. The trainers cleared him to go. I botched that one."
Those comments reflected the relaxed mood at camp, which even Jones' absence failed to dampen.
But Thomas isn't worried about his teammate having to play catch-up.
"Vance Joseph wants a bunch of guys who are versatile who can play both sides," safety Michael Thomas said with a grin. "He has a lot of stuff planned."
Receiver DeVante Parker, who battled a foot issue for much of his rookie season last year,Cheap Nike Shoes From China, was held out of drills — although Gase second-guessed the decision with refreshing candor.
New defensive coordinator Vance Joseph wants his safeties to play both the strong and free positions, however, which will be a change for Jones.
Jones skipped the start of the Dolphins' mandatory minicamp Tuesday, and could be fined up to $76,000 if he misses all three sessions this week. His absence was expected after he also sat out Miami's organized team activities, which were voluntary.
First-year coach Adam Gase tried to defuse any drama from the impasse, perhaps in the hope of keeping any negotiations amicable. He said there's no rush for the six-year veteran to report, even with a new defense to learn.
Among those lining up on defense was four-time Pro Bowl end Cameron Wake, who underwent season-ending surgery for a torn left Achilles tendon seven months ago. The 34-year-old Wake declined to say how close he is to 100 percent, but said he never feared the injury might force him to retire.
"He's Superman," teammate Ndamukong Suh said.
"It's another obstacle to overcome," he said. "I've been doing it my whole career. I wouldn't expect this to be any different."
Last week Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith signed a five-year contract extension with an annual average value of $10.25 million,Authentic Basketball Jerseys Cheap. Smith and Jones both made the Pro Bowl for the first time last year.
DAVIE, Fla. (AP) — Pro Bowl safety Reshad Jones' push for a new contract with the Miami Dolphins is now costing him money.

Jones was the only NFL player with at least five interceptions and 100 tackles last year, and often says he's the best safety in the NFL. He's entering the third season of a $28 million,Wholesale MLB Jerseys, four-year deal, with a base salary of $7.2 million this year.
"I'm confident in his skill set that whenever he decides to show up, he'll be fine," Thomas said.
Also absent from the first mandatory practice were defensive ends Mario Williams and Jason Jones, both newcomers. They were excused for personal reasons.