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How did each NFL team grade out now that the Super Bowl is over?

By Rucker Haringey

KANSAS CITY, MO - JANUARY 12: Quarterback Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs rolls out on a pass play in the AFC Divisional Playoff against the Indianapolis Colts at Arrowhead Stadium on January 12, 2019 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images)
KANSAS CITY, MO - JANUARY 12: Quarterback Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs rolls out on a pass play in the AFC Divisional Playoff against the Indianapolis Colts at Arrowhead Stadium on January 12, 2019 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images) /
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LANDOVER, MD – NOVEMBER 18: Washington Redskins quarterback Alex Smith (11) is carted off the field in the 3rd quarter after breaking his right leg during a game between the Washington Redskins and the Houston Texans at FedEX Field on November 18, 2018, in Landover, MD. (Photo by John McDonnell/The Washington Post via Getty Images)
LANDOVER, MD – NOVEMBER 18: Washington Redskins quarterback Alex Smith (11) is carted off the field in the 3rd quarter after breaking his right leg during a game between the Washington Redskins and the Houston Texans at FedEX Field on November 18, 2018, in Landover, MD. (Photo by John McDonnell/The Washington Post via Getty Images) /

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The Redskins looked like they were headed towards an NFC East title until Alex Smith’s gruesome leg injury derailed their season. The end result was a 7-9 campaign that was slightly disappointing, but only because of the team’s hot start.

The ability of Adrian Peterson to resurrect his career was the biggest story of the year for the ‘Skins. No one thought he could be the team’s feature back and go over 1,000 yards. That’s precisely what he did by toting the ball 251 times for 1,042 yards.

The passing attack wasn’t nearly as effective. Washington really struggled to identify a No. 1 wide receiver. In the end, Jordan Reed led the team in receptions. That’s a big reason why Washington finished 28th in the league in terms of passing yards per game.

The defense wasn’t dominant, but their ability to perform at a league average level was a pleasant surprise. The personnel just isn’t good enough to do anything more than that. The addition of Daron Payne made the group more competitive in the middle, but the defense still needs a significant talent infusion.

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The Redskins season wasn’t great, but they did exceed preseason expectations considering Smith’s ugly injury. Washington may not be well positioned for the future, but this season was a moderate success for the franchise.

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