Devin Thomas

Devin did cactch a ball as he was diving out of bounds. If he would have gotten his feet down it wold have been a completion. Had he gotten that completion, the thread would have read something like "Start him now" or "Devin Thomas for HOF".

He is still a rookie guys; give him at least 3 years before you call him out. On average thats how long it takes to develop into a good WR in this league.

I couldnt have said it any better. Not only is he a rookie but he has been hurt most of camp and he is somewhat out of shape. Going from the college level to the nfl is a huge jump for alot of players. I think once he gets in shape he will make some contributions this season for us. I hope we get to see kelly this weekend. but i am sure the same will apply how good of shape could he possibly be in.

I don't think one catch is too much to expect, especially in a preseason game.

There are plenty or rookies who've made their presence known so far in the preseason: David Clowney, Desean Jackson, Lavelle Hawkins, Eddie Royal, Josh Morgan, Martin Nance, Dominique Zeigler, Onrea Jones and many more have been able to show up against the practice squad bound defenses they've faced. Devin did not.

I'm not going to label him a bust, but you've got to admit that it's disappointing. And I'm sure there's no one more disappointed than DT either. Let's see if he bounces back next week.

Some have pointed out that Dwight Lowery was manned up on Devin most the night, and it looks like the Jets have found themselves a quality CB in the fourth round. I wish the same could be said for the Skins CB from the 4th.

Clowney is actually in his second year, he was drafted by G. Bay last year in the 3rd round I believe. Clowney, along w/Royal & MOrgan are Hokies, so I"m happy to see them do well. Is Morgan really making an impact in SF? I thought he was a good value pick, not just cause he went to VT. He played in an offense w/3 other wr's (3 of which were drafted) so his college #s were not big, but he has the physical ability.

As for Thomas, I only got to catch some of the game last night on comcast's replay and I was pleasantly surprised that he almost made that play on the sideline when he was out of bounds. With time he'll make plays like that on a regular basis. I'm encouraged that he was out there. There's plenty of time left for him to get some good reps. These next 2 games we'll likely see a lot of him. Given the injuries at wr, he might get in the rotation w/the first team during the carolina game.

The only discouraging thing about him (and Kelly) is what we already knew before the game; that they weren't in shape & ready for camp. They've got to learn how to be pros and they're not likely to have big rookie years, but that doesn't mean they won't contribute some & help the offense.

Okay, Here's the deal. Devin Thomas was thrown two passes. One a deep loft by Collins in which Thomas made an excellent play to jump over the defender but could not control the catch. A play he should make yes but I love the athleticism. The second was a nice grab near the sidelines where he just barely failed to get his second foot down. Please do not judge this guy based on one quarter of play. Am I mistaken or did Braylon Edwards look pretty iffy his rookie year. Rookie receivers rarely ever have big years. Randy Moss was an exception. Give him time, he'll come around. Out.

Devin Thomas may turn out to be a complete bust or he may be the next TO. To even have an opinion about him at this point, however, based on his first preseason game after missing most of training camp to injury, is so stupid it makes me dizzy.

I agree 110%.

I guess we need to watch out for the Malcom Kelly thread next since he might see some action this weekend. Better hope he catches a ball. :doh:

I thought everyone looked like crap last night, why do we have to single out Devin. The only player that looked good was man-crush Brennan.

Man-crush Brennan played against the scrubs on Saturday...which he did so too against the Colts, so I wouldn't put much into this. I think anyone who either thinks Thomas is a bust or is just straight up complaining about them, needs to remember what people were saying before the draft that rookie WRs don't contribute right away. If the team wanted a wideout to contribute right away, then we would have wanted a veteran.

Devin did cactch a ball as he was diving out of bounds. If he would have gotten his feet down it wold have been a completion. Had he gotten that completion, the thread would have read something like "Start him now" or "Devin Thomas for HOF".

He is still a rookie guys; give him at least 3 years before you call him out. On average thats how long it takes to develop into a good WR in this league.

Exactly. 3 years. That's usually when WRs break-out.

In a post game interview Devin stated that he was tired. I think the kid is not in NFL shape yet and is even further behind because of the hammy. It's going to take time. He ran a couple of kicks back and ran down on punts and is exhausted. He'll learn what it takes to play at this level but no one is going to feel sorry for him because he's our #1 pick. I wonder if any veterans have taken him under their wing? Antwan? Or is he a cocky kid who thinks he's got it figured out?

yeah i was a bit disappointed that both thomas and kelly failed their physicals when they came into camp. first time i heard and was surprised to find out that most rookie wide receivers are not in good shape when they come into camp. that being said, gave zorn a chance to establish his stance on players not in shape: if you are not in shape you have not earned the right to take the field with guys who have put in the work. period.

i have grown increasingly happy with our 2nd round picks and will look forward to seeing who is going to emerge as key player for us in a few years. especially at 5 yrs 10 mil price tag.

also nice to read davis is the last man to leave the practice field putting in extra work in the red zone. i was alil worried he might be another USC player who doesnt have the understanding of the hard work required to excel at the nfl level b/c of the easy success USC enjoys.

im ready for some football! go skins!

They didn't fail physicals they failed the team conditioning test, big difference.

They didn't fail physicals they failed the team conditioning test, big difference.

Very big difference Matty. And apparently Zorn let out that Smoot has never passed his conditioning test before camp.

I think we'll see a big difference in Thomas' performance this week.

Exactly. 3 years. That's usually when WRs break-out.I agree on this, I will give Thomas (and Kelly) at least 3 years to show us something promising before I write them off as players.

I still think Thomas was a bad pick given all the information available to us, and though I think Cerrato has by and large done a good job since taking control, Thomas is going to have to prove --to me -- by his play on the field that he was deserving of the pick we used on him. Until he can prove me wrong, I'll continue to think his selection was a mistake.

I'm just trying to make the distinction here clear between the justification of a player's selection, and the evaluation of his NFL career. I want to give DT every chance to prove he can be the future No. 1 WR of the Redskins, because the team certainly has that faith in him. I just think that it might be faith misplaced.