'Whether Dareus factored the health status of either rookie into his measured outlook is unknown. You get the feeling that he might have offered the same response had both players been available for the entire season, especially after hearing him point out that third-rounder Adolphus Washington, starting next to him on the line, has his "rookie ways." Based on Dareus' own experience, rookies receive a rude awakening when it comes to getting accustomed to the pace and quality of talent in the NFL.'