Why Was Josh Norman Benched?
Josh Norman was not on the field for Washington’s first defensive possession of the second half against the Saints. Indications from Skins media are that Norman was a healthy scratch:
Greg Stroman is starting opposite Quinton Dunbar.
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) October 9, 2018
Josh Norman has been benched.
Josh Norman is on the bench with his helmet on. Just not on the field
— John Keim (@john_keim) October 9, 2018
Hey ESPN. Josh Norman is either hurt, or has been BENCHED. Kind of a big story here... might want to talk about it more than just in passing. Or have a sideline reporter find out if.... ah... never mind.
— Steve Czaban (@czabe) October 9, 2018
Brees proceeded to throw his second long touchdown to Tra’quan Smith of the evening. Maybe Norman was benched over his touchdown in the first half?
For the second time in two weeks, Josh Norman and a safety looked to not be on the same page on a 60+ yard TD that was gifted to an opponent.
— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) October 9, 2018
Maybe we’ll get an explanation from Jay Gruden after the game?