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If there was such a thing as a positive about the knee injuries that slowed him toward the end of last season and then required surgery to repair this past winter, Griffin believes that the physical limitations have led to him improving his mental approach to the game. This offseason, Griffin hasn’t been able to be on the field, practicing with teammates because he is rehabbing his reconstructed right knee. The physical restrictions have led to more film study. “A lot of film work, watching the film – alone and with the coaches, within the rules of the CBA,” Griffin said.
Reported by the Washington Post
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In the final two regular season games – when Griffin was hobbled by the sprained LCL – and the playoff game against Seattle, where he further injured himself, the quarterback lacked his usual speed and mobility. That forced him to rely more on his abilities to dissect coverages and move through his pass progressions. “That’s what I’m getting forward to doing this upcoming season," RG3 said. "Getting through every single option that I need to get through, and while at the same time, being able to use my legs as a weapon.” Griffin last season threw for 3,200 yards, 20 touchdowns and five interceptions while completing 65.6 percent of his passes. His completion percentage and passer rating of 102.4 ranked among the league leaders. Still, Griffin said while studying himself, he has seen areas where he can improve, and he expects that when he does make a full return to the field, his decision making will have improved even more. That's something fantasy owners will certainly appreciate.
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