Redskins hope it's 'Hank Time'

He thought of the name in high school, then used it to create a website. His new Redskins ballcap had that address written on the side (www.hanktime.com). There's also a tattoo on his right biceps with the same moniker, Hank Time, with a football in between. Redskins rookie receiver Leonard Hankerson is not shy about sharing his self-confidence.

Just don't expect him to be another prima donna receiver.

"I have fun, but I don't do much," he said. "I just go out and play the game."

Not that teammates would mind if he played with a little extra personality.

"The No. 1 thing that sticks out is the kid wants it," quarterback John Beck said. "He wants to go extra. I love people that want to put in extra time. If he has swagger with him, that's great. You have to be like that."

Hankerson indeed worked out with Beck for parts of three days in San Diego earlier this month. Hankerson went early so he could get time in with Beck. After the Redskins' minicamp workout Wednesday, he caught passes from Beck for another 10 or so minutes.

He might not want to display that swagger, but he's happy to show his hands -- largest in the draft, according to coach Mike Shanahan. They measure 10 5/8 inches. And they allowed him to palm a ball starting around age 10.

"That's my patented move, catch the ball one-handed," Hankerson said. "I love to do it. I work on it in practice. There's nothing better than catching the ball one-handed."



(washingtonexaminer.com)