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  1. Mailbag: Sellers' Future?Read the original story w/Photo

    19 hrs ago | Washington Redskins

    ... in his career. He must adjust as he competes for playing time at strong-side linebacker with Brian Orakpo, H.B. Blades and Chris Wilson. His experience gives him an advantage over some of the younger linebackers on the roster. Question: I know that ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, Fred Davis, Mike Sellers, Clinton Portis, Chris Wilson, NFL Players

  2. Down to 53Read the original story

    Aug 29, 2008 | And Another Thing ...

    ... and he and Carter post double digit sacks. LINEBACKERS (6): Rocky McIntosh, London Fletcher, Marcus Washington, H.B. Blades, Khary Campbell, Alfred Fincher. The starting linebackers are old and injury-prone. Hopefully Fincher pans out because hea s ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, Malcolm Kelly, NFL Players, Randy Thomas, Marcus Washington, Alfred Fincher

  3. Position Battles the Sequel: Linebacker

    Friday Jun 26 | Redskins Insider

    ... all three positions should anyone go down, and is familiarizing himself with all three linebacker positions. H.B. Blades has proven to be a reliable backup, stepping in for injured starters at both strong side and inside linebacker during his time ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, London Fletcher, NFL Players, Rocky McIntosh, Alfred Fincher

  4. NFL player gives back to his native OaklandRead the original story

    Thursday Jun 18 | Ledger Dispatch

    ... another Oakland native and former Cal star who also played for the Raiders; Redskins teammates Alex Buzbee, H.B. Blades and current Cal players Derrick Hill and Covaughn DeBoskie. "Oakland gets a lot of negative publicity," Alexander said. "I'm ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, Lorenzo Alexander, NFL Players, Alex Buzbee, Langston Walker

  5. Thomas Sees Opportunity at Linebacker

    Wednesday Jun 17 | Washington Redskins

    ... Redskins are working in top draft pick Brian Orakpo, converted defensive end Chris Wilson and third-year player H.B. Blades, among others. At the very least, Thomas should add considerable depth to the linebacker corps. He has had stints in Oakland, ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, London Fletcher, Chris Wilson, NFL Players, Shawn Springs, Rocky McIntosh

  6. Orakpo Has Dual Role As a Rookie

    Thursday Jun 11 | Washington Redskins

    ... fresh." Meantime, the Redskins' linebackers return two proven starters in London Fletcher and Rocky McIntosh. H.B. Blades and free agent pickup Robert Thomas provide starting experience as well. Beyond Blades and Thomas, the Redskins have three ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, London Fletcher, Phillip Daniels, NFL Players, Cornelius Griffin, Tyson Smith

  7. Tragedy motivates Henson

    Jun 8, 2009 | Fox Sports

    ... started last season: middle linebacker London Fletcher , weakside linebacker Rocky McIntosh and the versatile H.B. Blades. If holdover Alfred Fincher sticks, that leaves well-traveled Robert Thomas, practice squad product Tyson Smith, fifth-round ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, London Fletcher, Khary Campbell, NFL Players, Rocky McIntosh, Alfred Fincher

  8. Redskins' Top Five Defensive Plays of 2008

    May 29, 2009 | BleacherReport

    ... other three down linemen rushed. London Fletcher took the running back coming out of the backfield along with H.B. Blades. Jason Taylor was able to get around the tackle to sack Donovon McNabb and force the fumble that was recovered by Fletcher and ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, Andre Carter, NFL Players, Carlos Rogers, London Fletcher, Rocky McIntosh

  9. Early Redskins Roster Predictions

    May 11, 2009 | BleacherReport

    ... d off any challenges from players outside looking in at present. Linebacker (7) London Fletcher, Rocky McIntosh, H.B. Blades, Chris Wilson, Cody Glenn, Robert Thomas, Alfred Fincher This article is also featured on GridironFans.com NFL Blogs

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, Chris Wilson, Demetric Evans, NFL Players, Rocky McIntosh, Alfred Fincher

  10. Mailbag: Is Rinehart Ready?Read the original story w/Photo

    May 11, 2009 | Washington Redskins

    ... Redskins plan on doing about their hole at strong-side linebacker? Is Marcus Washington a possibility? How about H.B. Blades? -- Blake H. Gary: For now, coaches are mixing and matching at the position with top draft pick Brian Orakpo getting most of ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, Santana Moss, NFL Players, Reed Doughty, Antwaan Randle El, Chris Wilson

  11. Orakpo Ready to Make an Impact for the SkinsRead the original story

    May 8, 2009 | NFL GridIron Gab

    ... So why is it now in the big leagues Brian Orakpo is being tapped to play strong-side linebacker? Rocky McIntosh, H.B. Blades and Chris Wilson are all experienced and capable of playing that linebacker position. The coaches must see something ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, NCAA Sports, Brian Orakpo, University of Texas NCAA, Texas Longhorns NCAA Football, NCAA Football, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, NFL Players, Rocky McIntosh, Chris Wilson

  12. Thursday Morning Beastlines -- or TMB for regulars

    May 7, 2009 | ESPN.com - NFC East - Blog

    ... sons to Michael Irvin . Redskins Jeremy Bridges is looking for a fresh start with the Redskins. Don't expect H.B. Blades to go in the tank just because Brian Orakpo's on the scene. Here's another story on Bridges from the Washington Post . Categories

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    Related Topix: Sports, NFL Football, Dallas Cowboys, Nick Folk, NFL Players, Philadelphia Eagles, Chris Gocong, Donovan McNabb

  13. Blades, Wilson not yielding to Orakpo yetRead the original story

    May 7, 2009 | Washington Times

    ... injury, Orakpo figures to replace departed five-year starter Marcus Washington on the strong side. Holdovers H.B. Blades and Chris Wilson aren't ceding the job to the newcomer, however, no matter how talented he is or how wealthy he soon will be. "A ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, Carlos Rogers, Devin Thomas, Phillip Daniels, Chris Wilson, NFL Players

  14. More sacks for more turnovers

    May 5, 2009 | The Free Lance-Star

    ... force fumbles, get the ball with good field position and give our offense an opportunity to score," linebacker H.B. Blades said. Blades is one of many Redskins who hope Washington's beefed-up defensive line will pressure opposing quarterbacks into ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, Justin Tryon, NFL Players, Reed Doughty

  15. Focus finally back on defensive lineRead the original story

    May 1, 2009 | Fox Sports

    ... starter the past two years, a look at Washington's spot because the other top candidates, undersized holdover H.B. Blades and journeyman Robert Thomas , seem better suited for the weak side. * There's not much chance rookie linebacker Cody Glenn ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, Reed Doughty, Demetric Evans, NFL Players, Chris Samuels, Rocky McIntosh

  16. Focus finally back on Redskins defensive line

    May 1, 2009 | Washington Times

    ... starter the past two years, a look at Washington's spot because the other top candidates, undersized holdover H.B. Blades and journeyman Robert Thomas, seem better suited for the weak side. c There's not much chance rookie linebacker Cody Glenn will ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, Reed Doughty, Demetric Evans, NFL Players, Chris Samuels, Rocky McIntosh

  17. 7 Storylines to Follow At Mini-CampRead the original story w/Photo

    Apr 30, 2009 | Washington Redskins

    ... the strong-side in some defensive packages. Top draft pick Brian Orakpo could play in certain packages as well. H.B. Blades played the position last year when Washing was injured and posted 49 tackles. Another possibility could be Chris Wilson, who ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, Jason Campbell, NFL Players, Malcolm Kelly, Rocky McIntosh, Alfred Fincher

  18. Mixing It Up At Outside Linebacker

    Apr 30, 2009 | Washington Redskins

    ... covered tight ends. You know it's just the nature of the game and the nature of the formations they give us." H.B. Blades, who played strong-side linebacker last year when Washington was injured, is certainly in the mix again. He logged 49 tackles ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, London Fletcher, Chris Wilson, NFL Players, Rocky McIntosh, Alfred Fincher

  19. Campbell will pick up where he left offRead the original story

    Apr 27, 2009 | Fox Sports

    ... the run isn't Orakpo's forte. That's also the case for fellow starting end Andre Carter. With the undersized H.B. Blades playing behind Orakpo, the Redskins will be vulnerable to the power runs of Dallas' Marion Barber and the Giants' Brandon Jacobs ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, NFC, NFC East, Phillip Daniels, NFL Players, Andre Carter, Rocky McIntosh

  20. MMQB: Campbell will pick up where he left off

    Apr 26, 2009 | Washington Times

    ... the run isn't Orakpo's forte. That's also the case for fellow starting end Andre Carter. With the undersized H.B. Blades playing behind Orakpo, the Redskins will be vulnerable to the power runs of Dallas' Marion Barber and the Giants' Brandon Jacobs ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Washington Redskins, NFL Football, NFC, NFC East, Jason Campbell, Andre Carter