With the Redskins not drafting a qb, I would still put the chances of Colt making the team at about 50%. He is going to compete with an undrafted free agent or the other qb they already have on their roster for the 3rd string position.exactly. By the time McNabb is reasonably done, Colt will be what...30, 31? How many QB of the futures do u know kick start their career at that time? The Redskins QB of the future isn't on the roster yet. Sorry Cult of Colt fans
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I'm not a football guru, but maybe the 'skins management feels that there are going to be better QBs available next year, so they are waiting a draft to find the QB of the future? I don't know, it's a question, not a statement. But I did hear some comments during the draft about how deep next year's draft is going to be. So maybe, just maybe, we have a front office that can actually think ahead???
southeastjerome
Footballguy
That and maybe there was not a QB available to them that they liked. I don't think they should have used a late round pick on a QB just because it is a need. They need to (and hopefully did) take players who they think can make this team. No use taking a QB who they don't think much of. Hopefully there will be actual picks next year that we can use on a QB.
ChrisCooleyFan
Footballguy
Jake Locker will be ther Qb of the future. And will start in 2013. The year following on SuperBowl Victory 
Sebowski
Footballguy
Off the top of my head?Gannon, Green, Delhomme(solid for a few years and went to a Super Bowl), Warner, Maddox (stretch?)He may not be a "QB of the future", but there is always a project QB on the roster and by not drafting a QB himself he must believe Colt can be that guy. Not sure what the big deal is. When Daniels was taken everyone knew it meant Colt had competition. Shanny has been preaching competition at every position. Right now Colt has none. He is set as the third QB. That may change, but it would have been easy for Shanny to bring in "his own guy" to groom as a QB3. He didn't. He took a project FB instead. I hope you guys aren;t taking me as a Cult guy. I really don't care. In fact I was hoping for LeFevour or Pike to compete with Colt. I'd much rather have rolled the dice with one of them at no risk instead of converting a TE no one has ever heard of, and might have went undrafted, into a fullback.exactly. By the time McNabb is reasonably done, Colt will be what...30, 31? How many QB of the futures do u know kick start their career at that time? The Redskins QB of the future isn't on the roster yet. Sorry Cult of Colt fans
How many of those guys you listed went up the ranks with the team that drafted them to eventually take over? None of them. Gannon bounced around forever. We all know the Trent Green story. Delhomme earned shine with the Saints, Warner is a once in a decade type story. Tommy Maddox? I ain't going there 
I like Colt. I'm just trying to look at it from a more realistic point of view.
The TE-FB pick was kind of stretch I agree. But it gives competition to Sellers who needs it. He made some bad plays last year and is likely no part of the long term plans either.
I like Colt. I'm just trying to look at it from a more realistic point of view.The TE-FB pick was kind of stretch I agree. But it gives competition to Sellers who needs it. He made some bad plays last year and is likely no part of the long term plans either.
ChrisCooleyFan
Footballguy
By Rich Tandler
Redskins Correspondent
CSNwashington.com
If you came here looking for a grade of the Washington Redskins’ just completed draft, you may want to check back in this space in about three or four years. It takes that long to see how the drafted players develop and decide who’s a hit and who’s a bust.
That doesn’t mean that we can’t do some dissection of the selections, and look at some of the upside of the pick along with some of the potential pitfalls. Here goes with some pros and cons of each of the Redskins’ six picks. We’ll also look at another player on the board at the time of each selection who might have been a better pick.
Offensive tackle Trent Williams, Oklahoma (1st round/4th overall pick)
Pros: Williams has great overall athletic ability, including an impressive time of 4.8 seconds in the 40-yard dash. Most scouts agree that he has a tremendous upside, and he could well end up being the best lineman of the draft class. And, best of all, he fits the team’s most pressing need. They almost had to come out of the draft with a starting-caliber left tackle.
Cons: He played left tackle at Oklahoma just this past season, and while he improved as the year went on, he did struggle at times. It may take him some time to get adjusted to the position and, hopefully, Donovan McNabb will stay in one piece during the transition. Russell Okung, who should be effective right out of the gate, may have been a better pick due to the immediate need.
Left on the board: Okung, Oklahoma (Seattle (1st/6).
Linebacker Perry Riley, LSU (4th/103)
Pros: As the Redskins transition to the 3-4 defense, they have found themselves a bit thin at inside linebacker, and the status of both of the projected starters is shaky. London Fletcher will be 35 in May, and while he has been exceptionally durable and effective, he can’t last forever. Rocky McIntosh skipped the recent voluntary minicamp due to unhappiness over his contract, and even if he comes in, he has just a year left on his deal. The Redskins need to build some depth at the inside spot, and Riley might develop into a good alternative.
Cons: Riley doesn’t have very good instincts, and those only can be taught to a certain extent. He has a tendency to bite on play-action fakes, something that can get you into a lot of trouble in the NFL.
Left on the board: Running back Joe McKnight, USC (Jets, 4th/112)—The high-mileage trio of running backs won’t be around much longer, and McKnight might have been a good pick to be the next prime back.
Tight end Dennis Morris, Louisiana Tech (6th/174)
Pros: Morris has good size and is a hustling, tenacious blocker. He also can catch pretty well as he scored 12 touchdowns receiving to lead the nation’s tight ends. Against Boise State he made a spectacular grab in the end zone, leaping and reaching to the other side of the defender for the touchdown. The Redskins coaches told him that he would play tight end, fullback, and H-back.
Cons: He duplicates a lot of what Sean Ryan, signed as a free agent this offseason, does. One easily could see Morris being caught in a roster numbers crunch and getting released in camp.
On the board: Offensive tackle Sam Young (Dallas, 6th/179)—Should develop into a starter or quality depth before Selvish Capers, the team’s 7th-round pick.
Wide receiver/returner Terrence Austin, UCLA (7th/219)
Pros: The Redskins have not had a true return specialist in many years, and Austin could have the right stuff to cover both kickoff and punt returns. Austin averaged 13.8 yards per punt return in his senior year. He could be a legitimate reserve as a receiver as he started there for two years for the Bruins and finished his career there with a streak of 27 games with at least one reception.
Cons: If he can’t cut it as a receiver, it’s hard to find a roster spot for a return specialist unless he is truly explosive. While Austin proved to be steady, he didn’t break many long returns.
Still on the board: Running back LeGarrett Blount, Oregon (undrafted)—See above about the need to add a younger set of legs to the three aging backs on the roster. There were some legitimate character concerns after he punched a Boise State player after a game, but there’s not much risk in investing a seventh-round pick in a talented back.
Center Erik Cook, New Mexico (7th, 229)
Pros: He can serve as a backup at both guard and center, and then take over for Casey Rabach at center in a year or two. If, at 6-6, he proves to be too tall for the center position, he could challenge for a guard spot.
Cons: Not much to dislike here, really. While he has good fundamentals, he is not very athletic. That could present a challenge in the zone blocking scheme.
On the board: Defensive tackle Howard David Brown (7th/241, Tennessee)—For the time being, the Redskins have some dept at the 3-4 defensive end position, but age (Phillip Daniels) and expiring contracts (Kedric Golston) could change that in a hurry. David could bide his time for a year on the practice squad and see what the landscape looks like next year.
Tackle Selvish Capers, West Virginia (7th, 231)
Pros: Capers potentially is an excellent value pick. Most draft boards had him as a second or third round pick, and the Redskins were fortunate to have him fall into their laps so late in the draft. He could be the starting right tackle in 2011.
Cons: Capers needs to play more aggressively and that is hard to coach. He is a converted tight end and he still is learning the tackle position.
Still on the board: Quarterback Jevan Snead, Ole Miss (undrafted)—The Redskins need a quarterback to develop, and Colt Brennan may not prove to be worth developing. Snead would be a perfect project since he has demonstrated potential. He left Ole Miss a year early so he could benefit from a couple of redshirt seasons.
Redskins Correspondent
CSNwashington.com
If you came here looking for a grade of the Washington Redskins’ just completed draft, you may want to check back in this space in about three or four years. It takes that long to see how the drafted players develop and decide who’s a hit and who’s a bust.
That doesn’t mean that we can’t do some dissection of the selections, and look at some of the upside of the pick along with some of the potential pitfalls. Here goes with some pros and cons of each of the Redskins’ six picks. We’ll also look at another player on the board at the time of each selection who might have been a better pick.
Offensive tackle Trent Williams, Oklahoma (1st round/4th overall pick)
Pros: Williams has great overall athletic ability, including an impressive time of 4.8 seconds in the 40-yard dash. Most scouts agree that he has a tremendous upside, and he could well end up being the best lineman of the draft class. And, best of all, he fits the team’s most pressing need. They almost had to come out of the draft with a starting-caliber left tackle.
Cons: He played left tackle at Oklahoma just this past season, and while he improved as the year went on, he did struggle at times. It may take him some time to get adjusted to the position and, hopefully, Donovan McNabb will stay in one piece during the transition. Russell Okung, who should be effective right out of the gate, may have been a better pick due to the immediate need.
Left on the board: Okung, Oklahoma (Seattle (1st/6).
Linebacker Perry Riley, LSU (4th/103)
Pros: As the Redskins transition to the 3-4 defense, they have found themselves a bit thin at inside linebacker, and the status of both of the projected starters is shaky. London Fletcher will be 35 in May, and while he has been exceptionally durable and effective, he can’t last forever. Rocky McIntosh skipped the recent voluntary minicamp due to unhappiness over his contract, and even if he comes in, he has just a year left on his deal. The Redskins need to build some depth at the inside spot, and Riley might develop into a good alternative.
Cons: Riley doesn’t have very good instincts, and those only can be taught to a certain extent. He has a tendency to bite on play-action fakes, something that can get you into a lot of trouble in the NFL.
Left on the board: Running back Joe McKnight, USC (Jets, 4th/112)—The high-mileage trio of running backs won’t be around much longer, and McKnight might have been a good pick to be the next prime back.
Tight end Dennis Morris, Louisiana Tech (6th/174)
Pros: Morris has good size and is a hustling, tenacious blocker. He also can catch pretty well as he scored 12 touchdowns receiving to lead the nation’s tight ends. Against Boise State he made a spectacular grab in the end zone, leaping and reaching to the other side of the defender for the touchdown. The Redskins coaches told him that he would play tight end, fullback, and H-back.
Cons: He duplicates a lot of what Sean Ryan, signed as a free agent this offseason, does. One easily could see Morris being caught in a roster numbers crunch and getting released in camp.
On the board: Offensive tackle Sam Young (Dallas, 6th/179)—Should develop into a starter or quality depth before Selvish Capers, the team’s 7th-round pick.
Wide receiver/returner Terrence Austin, UCLA (7th/219)
Pros: The Redskins have not had a true return specialist in many years, and Austin could have the right stuff to cover both kickoff and punt returns. Austin averaged 13.8 yards per punt return in his senior year. He could be a legitimate reserve as a receiver as he started there for two years for the Bruins and finished his career there with a streak of 27 games with at least one reception.
Cons: If he can’t cut it as a receiver, it’s hard to find a roster spot for a return specialist unless he is truly explosive. While Austin proved to be steady, he didn’t break many long returns.
Still on the board: Running back LeGarrett Blount, Oregon (undrafted)—See above about the need to add a younger set of legs to the three aging backs on the roster. There were some legitimate character concerns after he punched a Boise State player after a game, but there’s not much risk in investing a seventh-round pick in a talented back.
Center Erik Cook, New Mexico (7th, 229)
Pros: He can serve as a backup at both guard and center, and then take over for Casey Rabach at center in a year or two. If, at 6-6, he proves to be too tall for the center position, he could challenge for a guard spot.
Cons: Not much to dislike here, really. While he has good fundamentals, he is not very athletic. That could present a challenge in the zone blocking scheme.
On the board: Defensive tackle Howard David Brown (7th/241, Tennessee)—For the time being, the Redskins have some dept at the 3-4 defensive end position, but age (Phillip Daniels) and expiring contracts (Kedric Golston) could change that in a hurry. David could bide his time for a year on the practice squad and see what the landscape looks like next year.
Tackle Selvish Capers, West Virginia (7th, 231)
Pros: Capers potentially is an excellent value pick. Most draft boards had him as a second or third round pick, and the Redskins were fortunate to have him fall into their laps so late in the draft. He could be the starting right tackle in 2011.
Cons: Capers needs to play more aggressively and that is hard to coach. He is a converted tight end and he still is learning the tackle position.
Still on the board: Quarterback Jevan Snead, Ole Miss (undrafted)—The Redskins need a quarterback to develop, and Colt Brennan may not prove to be worth developing. Snead would be a perfect project since he has demonstrated potential. He left Ole Miss a year early so he could benefit from a couple of redshirt seasons.
southeastjerome
Footballguy
fatness
Footballguy
There's a 4th guy whose name escapes me who was signed awhile back to compete with Brennan.
fatness
Footballguy
Sebowski
Footballguy
Ah yes. Mr Fodder, Camp.
And now he has to go back to the unstructured craziness in Oakland. Maybe he'll step up there and help right the ship. I'll be rooting for him.
Some camp fodder earn their way onto the opening day roster. I am already on record that a lot of undraft free agents will make this team. I would also include the camp fodder that is already on the roster. It would not surprise me at all if Brennan loses the 3rd string qb job to a UDFA or to Mr. Fodder.
fatness
Footballguy
From what I've read in the last month the coaching staff is not high on Colt Brennan. Here's on predraft article:
linkAnd they just signed Daryll Clark.
linkAt least one guy thinks Clark has a shot at being QB3
linkAll of that proves nothing of course. But I don't think Brennan has the #3 job locked up, and I'd love to see an honest 3-way competition for the spot in camp.
fatness
Footballguy
So will I. Except if they play Washington.
fatness
Footballguy
With the signing of Daryll Clark, I think that greatly reduces the chances of Brennan making the team. Most teams only carry 4 qbs going into training camp, so there is a good chance that either Bartel or Brennan will be cut prior to training camp. Then there will be a two way battle for the 3rd string qb position.
Campbell is a great guy. But going to Oakland, especailly for an offensive player, is the kiss of death.
Campbell can be decent there but he will really need to start showing some leadership.
Sebowski
Footballguy
All I'll say on Cult is Clark, Shmark.
http://www.csurams.com/sports/m-footbl/mtt...ak_klint00.html
Personal: Given name Klint Alexander Kubiak...Born Feb. 17, 1987, in Houston, Texas...Is engaged to CSU volleyball student-athlete Tessa Nelson, the preseason Co-Player of the Year in the Mountain West Conference, with plans for a summer 2010 wedding...Son of Gary and Rhonda Kubiak...Has two brothers, including Klay, a sophomore QB on the CSU roster...Other brother, Klein, is a freshman WR at Rice...Father, Gary, is the head coach of the NFL's Houston Texans and went to five Super Bowls with the Denver Broncos, including three during his nine-year playing career...Majoring in restaurant and resort management...Hometown: Englewood, Colo.
Followed my hunch
http://www.csurams.com/sports/m-footbl/mtt...ak_klint00.html
Personal: Given name Klint Alexander Kubiak...Born Feb. 17, 1987, in Houston, Texas...Is engaged to CSU volleyball student-athlete Tessa Nelson, the preseason Co-Player of the Year in the Mountain West Conference, with plans for a summer 2010 wedding...Son of Gary and Rhonda Kubiak...Has two brothers, including Klay, a sophomore QB on the CSU roster...Other brother, Klein, is a freshman WR at Rice...Father, Gary, is the head coach of the NFL's Houston Texans and went to five Super Bowls with the Denver Broncos, including three during his nine-year playing career...Majoring in restaurant and resort management...Hometown: Englewood, Colo.
I dunno. When it comes down to the passing drills, Brennan will likely make Clark look poor. Clark was more of an athlete playing QB then a passer. Shanny has used QBs like him in the past so it will be interesting to see what happens.
dgreen
Footballguy
I heard on the radio this morning that Allen thinks he can do both KR and PR.
dgreen
Footballguy
Hang 10
Footballguy
Oh man, I have a new favorite player!
Brunell4MVP
Footballguy
At 5'10" 174 lbs he better be damn fast, cause if they hit him he may not get up.I heard on the radio this morning that Allen thinks he can do both KR and PR.
Brunell4MVP
Footballguy
I know they like this Riley kid at LB, but passing on Bruce Campbell in the 4th seemed a bit odd to me. Bruce was going round 1 in many mocks and was graded the 4th best OL by some scouts.
Team after team passed on him, so they obviously saw they same thing the Skins did. He must have some major off the field problems.
Team after team passed on him, so they obviously saw they same thing the Skins did. He must have some major off the field problems.
dgreen
Footballguy
From what I understand, he had about a 4th round grade prior to the combine. His combine performance had many thinking he had shot up to the first round. But, apparently, teams didn't buy into it and kept their lower grade on him.
fatness
Footballguy
Sounds like a favor done for Kyle Shanahan's former boss.
fatness
Footballguy
The guy's a chemist.Oh man, I have a new favorite player!
fatness
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KnowledgeReignsSupreme
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Hang 10 said:Oh man, I have a new favorite player!dgreen said:southeastjerome said:
fatness
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buster c
Footballguy
just when I didn't think I could get any more excited about a 6th round TE (after viewing less than half of his blocking video, which has me convinced he's going to be a key component to the running game), I took a look at this catch I had been hearing about.
Off the hook.
Canton Ohio is where I'll be in 2030, celebrating his 15-year career here in DC.
Off the hook.
Canton Ohio is where I'll be in 2030, celebrating his 15-year career here in DC.
fatness
Footballguy
Sidewinder16
Footballguy
I'm not sure there's a role open for him in D.C. From the previous link, it sounds like he thrived in Baltimore as the pass-rushing OLB in their 3-4. The 'Skins already have Carter and Orakpo on the roster to do that.
fatness
Footballguy
I'm not sure Carter will ever be playing OLB for the Skins. I realize he's penciled in there, but that's just because they traded for Carriker and if he's healthy and plays well in camp he may bump Carter as DE.
Sidewinder16
Footballguy
Carter is way too small to play 3-4 DE. He's either playing OLB in a 3-4 set or he's only playing situationally as a DE in 4-3 sets. He's far too talented and paid way too much to do just the latter.And even if Carter is out of the picture, you'd still have Orakpo and Thomas vying for the same position. That's leaving a lot of talent and/or money on the bench.
TankRizzo
Footballguy
Is that a goof or was that intentional, because if you think about it the quote actually works in regards to this team
TankRizzo
Footballguy
exactly...if anything we NEED some athletic 3-4 OLBs. Is Orakpo going to be moved to the weak side?
Sidewinder16
Footballguy
I don't know about the rest of you, but alot about the 3-4 defense is unfamiliar to me because I've never followed a team that primarily runs a 3-4 before. Most of what I'm spewing here is what little I've gleaned from playing FF with IDPs and the chatter that goes on over in the IDP forum. Moral of the story is, take anything I say with a grain of salt. 
That being said, when I look around at the OLBs for other 3-4 teams, very few if any scream "great coverage LB" at me. That could be because I'm unfamiliar with a lot of the particular players, though. Does anyone really even know how important it is for a 3-4 OLB to have great man-to-man coverage skills?
I'm starting to think that it's not all that important. I know we keep hearing that a lack of coverage ability was Carter's Achilles heel when SF switched to a 3-4, but maybe he was just really, really bad at it. It could be that someone with just average coverage skills could more than suffice as a 3-4 OLB (which I thought Orakpo got markedly better in coverage as the season went on, but I'm no talent scout and Orakpo's skills are wasted when he's not rushing the passer). I may pick Jene Bramel's brain through a PM and see what knowledge he can bestow upon me.
That being said, when I look around at the OLBs for other 3-4 teams, very few if any scream "great coverage LB" at me. That could be because I'm unfamiliar with a lot of the particular players, though. Does anyone really even know how important it is for a 3-4 OLB to have great man-to-man coverage skills?
I'm starting to think that it's not all that important. I know we keep hearing that a lack of coverage ability was Carter's Achilles heel when SF switched to a 3-4, but maybe he was just really, really bad at it. It could be that someone with just average coverage skills could more than suffice as a 3-4 OLB (which I thought Orakpo got markedly better in coverage as the season went on, but I'm no talent scout and Orakpo's skills are wasted when he's not rushing the passer). I may pick Jene Bramel's brain through a PM and see what knowledge he can bestow upon me.
dgreen
Footballguy
I know LT was considered a really good 3-4 coverage LB. But, other than him, I don't remember hearing too many receiving much praise for their coverage ability. Of course, he received praise for everything.
It doesn't seem to me that most 3-4 OLBs are asked to do too much man-to-man coverage. Looking at Pro Football Focus' ratings for OLBs, the 4-3 OLBs have higher pass coverage scores than the 3-4 OLBs. But, they also have lower ones. That indicates to me that they are asked to cover more.
Getting Jene's, or someone else's, input on the role of a 3-4 OLB would be good. Redskins fans waited until 2008 to be introduced to the WCO and 2010 for the 3-4.
It doesn't seem to me that most 3-4 OLBs are asked to do too much man-to-man coverage. Looking at Pro Football Focus' ratings for OLBs, the 4-3 OLBs have higher pass coverage scores than the 3-4 OLBs. But, they also have lower ones. That indicates to me that they are asked to cover more.
Getting Jene's, or someone else's, input on the role of a 3-4 OLB would be good. Redskins fans waited until 2008 to be introduced to the WCO and 2010 for the 3-4.
Dexter Manley
Footballguy
Regarding all of this 3-4 talk, it seems to me historically speaking that the WOLB is generally a glorifed rush end. Teams usually put their best pass rusher at this position (i.e. Demarcus Ware, Derrick Thomas, Lawerence Taylor, etc.). When these guys drop back into coverage, it often catches the offense by surprise since most teams make it a priority to scheme against the defense's top pass rusher and generally aren't expecting him to drop back into pass coverage. Orakpo is the prototypical type of player for this position, imo.
The SOLB usually seem to be the better coverage guys (just my perception) but they still need to be able to effectively rush the passer.
Also, I was under the impression that Andre Carter's struggles as a stand up LB was due just as much to his coverage as it was to his pass rushing. Basically, the guy isn't as good of a pass rusher standing up as he is in a 3 point stance. Also, there's no way Carter will ever be effective as a DE in a 3-4, as he's way too small to hold up at the point of attack.
The SOLB usually seem to be the better coverage guys (just my perception) but they still need to be able to effectively rush the passer.
Also, I was under the impression that Andre Carter's struggles as a stand up LB was due just as much to his coverage as it was to his pass rushing. Basically, the guy isn't as good of a pass rusher standing up as he is in a 3 point stance. Also, there's no way Carter will ever be effective as a DE in a 3-4, as he's way too small to hold up at the point of attack.
Dexter Manley
Footballguy
My thoughts on the draft:
What I liked:
- Trading a 2nd round pick for McNabb (and a 3/4 next year). Straight highway robbery. Love it.
- Not panicking and selling Haynesworth for 10 cents on the dollar.
- Managing to get a 4th round pick for JC even if it's in 2012. I thought they got max value.
- All signs point to Shanahan and Allen employing a BPA strategy when drafting, which I love.
- Despite seemingly employing a BPA draft strategy, each of the picks filled a need. (*- The Morris pick is debatable, but the team could definitely use an upgrade over Sellers, whose play has digressed.)
- Milking a couple extra 7th round picks out of the meager 4 picks the team began the draft with.
- Not selecting a qb. I like how they went the UFA route for qb. There were too many other needs to fill.
What I didn't like:
- Taking Silverback over Okung. I like Okung better. (I watched a lot of OU games and I've seen the YouTube clips and other highlights.
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- Facing the reality that our 3rd round pick was spent on a Jarmon last year who doesn't fit the 3-4 defense. FTR, I liked the pick last year but it sucks that it looks like it may be a wasted pick since it appears Jarmon doesn't fit into the new defensive scheme.
- Not being able to trade down from 1.04 to acquire more picks. A bit of a pipedream I know, but it would have been great if the Skins would of been able to trade down, especially since they took Williams over Okung.
- Steve Young being a selfcentered loudmouth. (Not Redskin related but my ears were bleeding listening to him.)
As for the players that were picked:
Trent Williams - I was on record before the draft saying Okung is a sure thing, while Silverback has a higher ceiling and lower floor. I'm still not convinced this guy is going to be able to play LT at a probowl level in the NFL (which he needs to do in order to justify the pick). Hopefully, I'm wrong and Shanny is right.
Perry Riley - I thought the team's need for LB's was understated prior to the draft with so much focus on the glaring oline needs. Riley seems like a very solid pick at the top of round 4.
Dennis Morris - I, like most others I presume, blurted out a string of expletives when I saw the "TE" behind Morris's name as the pick was made. WTF our we taking another TE, I thought? After a brief cool down period and a little research, I'm warming up to the pick. I'll predict he makes the team. He could develop into a very solid role player for the Skins.
Terrance Austin - Brings some much needed competition to the return game. When was the last time the Skins had a dynamic return man? (Was it really Brian Mitchell? Has it been that long.)
I actually got excited when they quickly made their last 2 selections. I was a bit tipsy, exclaimed #### YEA!! and think I even threw a fist pump or 2. (You know your team's oline is in bad shape when you get excited about closing out the draft with a couple of OL in the 7th round.)
Eric Cook - Seems like a versatile guy who could develop into a solid backup C/G. If you don't think this is important, revist the Divsional Playoff game against Seattle. I still have occasional nightmares about Corey Raymer getting repeatedly steamrolled in the playoffs against Seattle that one year when injuries forced him into the game at G.
Selvish Capers - Solid prospect whose stock plummented at the Senior Bowl courtesy of Brandon Graham (who is now in the same division lol). He definitely has the physical tools to develop in a starter, although he seems to be a more natural fit at LT than RT. A few years from now it's entirely possible this guy is our starting LT and Trent Williams is starting at RT. Crazier things have happened.
What I liked:
- Trading a 2nd round pick for McNabb (and a 3/4 next year). Straight highway robbery. Love it.
- Not panicking and selling Haynesworth for 10 cents on the dollar.
- Managing to get a 4th round pick for JC even if it's in 2012. I thought they got max value.
- All signs point to Shanahan and Allen employing a BPA strategy when drafting, which I love.
- Despite seemingly employing a BPA draft strategy, each of the picks filled a need. (*- The Morris pick is debatable, but the team could definitely use an upgrade over Sellers, whose play has digressed.)
- Milking a couple extra 7th round picks out of the meager 4 picks the team began the draft with.
- Not selecting a qb. I like how they went the UFA route for qb. There were too many other needs to fill.
What I didn't like:
- Taking Silverback over Okung. I like Okung better. (I watched a lot of OU games and I've seen the YouTube clips and other highlights.
)- Facing the reality that our 3rd round pick was spent on a Jarmon last year who doesn't fit the 3-4 defense. FTR, I liked the pick last year but it sucks that it looks like it may be a wasted pick since it appears Jarmon doesn't fit into the new defensive scheme.
- Not being able to trade down from 1.04 to acquire more picks. A bit of a pipedream I know, but it would have been great if the Skins would of been able to trade down, especially since they took Williams over Okung.
- Steve Young being a selfcentered loudmouth. (Not Redskin related but my ears were bleeding listening to him.)
As for the players that were picked:
Trent Williams - I was on record before the draft saying Okung is a sure thing, while Silverback has a higher ceiling and lower floor. I'm still not convinced this guy is going to be able to play LT at a probowl level in the NFL (which he needs to do in order to justify the pick). Hopefully, I'm wrong and Shanny is right.
Perry Riley - I thought the team's need for LB's was understated prior to the draft with so much focus on the glaring oline needs. Riley seems like a very solid pick at the top of round 4.
Dennis Morris - I, like most others I presume, blurted out a string of expletives when I saw the "TE" behind Morris's name as the pick was made. WTF our we taking another TE, I thought? After a brief cool down period and a little research, I'm warming up to the pick. I'll predict he makes the team. He could develop into a very solid role player for the Skins.
Terrance Austin - Brings some much needed competition to the return game. When was the last time the Skins had a dynamic return man? (Was it really Brian Mitchell? Has it been that long.)
I actually got excited when they quickly made their last 2 selections. I was a bit tipsy, exclaimed #### YEA!! and think I even threw a fist pump or 2. (You know your team's oline is in bad shape when you get excited about closing out the draft with a couple of OL in the 7th round.)
Eric Cook - Seems like a versatile guy who could develop into a solid backup C/G. If you don't think this is important, revist the Divsional Playoff game against Seattle. I still have occasional nightmares about Corey Raymer getting repeatedly steamrolled in the playoffs against Seattle that one year when injuries forced him into the game at G.
Selvish Capers - Solid prospect whose stock plummented at the Senior Bowl courtesy of Brandon Graham (who is now in the same division lol). He definitely has the physical tools to develop in a starter, although he seems to be a more natural fit at LT than RT. A few years from now it's entirely possible this guy is our starting LT and Trent Williams is starting at RT. Crazier things have happened.
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