2011 Redskins Free Agent Rumors and Reports Thread

My FA wishlist OL:

Samson Satele-Center
Tyson Clabo
Harvey Dahl
Marshall Yanda
Jared Gaither
Jermon Bushrod
Charles Johnson

I'm glad to hear that Harris isn't a lock/front runner; I think he's over rated.
Yeah, he has scheme familiarity and yes he's young but he's also injury prone.

I can't imagine why we would want Jammal Brown over some of the other FA OTs.
He's older; he's essentially playing out of position and may want a good amount of money.
I think we should be able to do better then a RT who was barely more effective then Stephon Heyer.

If Heyer basically matched Jamal Browns level of play and can play OG in a pinch he's a cheap versatile swing OL; I would re-sign him. (Yes, I said re-sign Heyer)

Heck, I would be okay with a journeyman brought in to compete with Clint Oldenburg as I would be with Jammal Brown and Ryan Harris.

Journeymen: Basically looking for the FA versions of our own Monty/Licht guys that got a chance to play and played well enough to garner a look as a starter:
Pat McQuistan
Ryan Cook

Longshots to bring in to compete for the job:
Rashad Butler (scheme familiarity w/ Kyle in Houston but only 4 career starts)

They really do like Brown and hope to keep him. Personally, I think part of it is "we can't lose both Donovan and Brown after last year's trades" but that's just me. There was a time when Brown and Harris was what they were targeting, as in go after both. Now it looks like Harris is more of a secondary option. The plan with Brown all long was to let him test the market first, but it appears Brown doesn't want to. Or maybe there's no market out there for him.

I'd be stunned if Yanda leaves Baltimore

Keep hearing Gaither to Dallas or maybe the Bears (I think it was the Bears)

Your starting C opening day is likely Rabach, unless they can get a guard to allow Montgomery or Kory L to move inside

My FA wishlist OL:

Samson Satele-Center
Tyson Clabo
Harvey Dahl
Marshall Yanda
Jared Gaither
Jermon Bushrod
Charles Johnson

I'm glad to hear that Harris isn't a lock/front runner; I think he's over rated.
Yeah, he has scheme familiarity and yes he's young but he's also injury prone.

I can't imagine why we would want Jammal Brown over some of the other FA OTs.
He's older; he's essentially playing out of position and may want a good amount of money.
I think we should be able to do better then a RT who was barely more effective then Stephon Heyer.

If Heyer basically matched Jamal Browns level of play and can play OG in a pinch he's a cheap versatile swing OL; I would re-sign him. (Yes, I said re-sign Heyer)

Heck, I would be okay with a journeyman brought in to compete with Clint Oldenburg as I would be with Jammal Brown and Ryan Harris.

Journeymen: Basically looking for the FA versions of our own Monty/Licht guys that got a chance to play and played well enough to garner a look as a starter:
Pat McQuistan
Ryan Cook

Longshots to bring in to compete for the job:
Rashad Butler (scheme familiarity w/ Kyle in Houston but only 4 career starts)



If Heyer could do this or do that...

Reminds me of the old saying:


Balls, said the Queen. If I had a pair, I'd be King.

They really do like Brown and hope to keep him......Your starting C opening day is likely Rabach, unless they can get a guard to allow Montgomery or Kory L to move insideThen we really need to find a OG, really b/c Casey....um...well you watch the games.

I can understand Jamal Brown as an insurance policy if they don't land a better RT but I don't know why they would specifically target him.

If Heyer could do this or do that...

Reminds me of the old saying:


Balls, said the Queen. If I had a pair, I'd be King.

I was typing fast If might not convey what I meant.
Due to the fact that Heyer rotated and was interchangeable w/ Jammal Brown at RT......

Then we really need to find a OG, really b/c Casey....um...well you watch the games.

I can understand Jamal Brown as an insurance policy if they don't land a better RT but I don't know why they would specifically target him.

Teammates and coaches swear by Casey

Teammates and coaches swear by Casey

So do fans. I swear every time I see him whiff on a block...like 5-6 times a game. What the heck? Does he have pictures on these people or what? He isn't a good center by any stretch of the imagination. Maybe they think his suckitude will make them look better by comparison.

Apparently what they like about him is his ability to call out assignments and make adjustments for the line on the field.

I still haven't forgiven him for the Chargers game from a couple of years back

My thoughts on possible FA's....

Guard

Harvey Dahl (Atlanta) -- We have a good chance at landing him being the Falcons aren't likely to resign him.
Marshal Yanda (Baltimore) -- Not likely. Said to be the Ravens priority and he's not looking for a fat paycheck.
Davin Joseph (Tampa Bay) -- The Bucs are committed to re-sign him. His decision on re-signing with the Bucs will be affected by their dealings with Jeremy Trueblood and Barrett Ruud. If they stay he'll likely be a Buc next year.

Tackle (if Brown doesn't re-sign)

Tyson Clabo (Atlanta) -- Will probably get a big deal away from Atl. Same as Harvey Dahl.
Ryan Harris (Denver) -- Denver drafted Orlando Franklin. Will he replace Harris? If so this could be a guy we could go after. Young and talented.

Inside Linebacker

Paul Posluszny (Buffalo) -- Might test the market. He would be a really good pick up. Iffy if he gets away from Buffalo though.
Kevin Burnett (Chargers) -- Had an outstanding season last year with 95 tackles, 6 sacks, 2 FF, and 2 INT's. San Diego would be crazy not to resign him, but this would be a really good pick up as well.

Cornerback

Nnamdi Asomugah (Oakland) -- This would be stupid IMO. Don't waste all of our money on him please.
Antonio Cromartie (Jets) -- The Jets will certainly try to resign him, but would be willing to let him go if they were at risk of losing Santonio Holmes.
Ike Taylor (Steelers) -- Too old. Stay away... I'd rather have Barnes start than old Ike.
Johnathan Joseph (Bengals) -- Likely to re-sign with Cinci. Again, please don't throw all of our money at one single player. Please...

Defensive Line

Aubrayo Franklin (49rs) -- Probably the best NT available.
Kris Jenkins (Jets) -- Scary good when he's healthy.. Key words "when he's healthy." I wouldn't be opposed to giving him a shot though. At a low cost that is.
Barry Cofield (Giants) -- He would be a big upgrade. I really like the idea of Cofield and Cullen Jenkins. With those two our D-Line would be pretty damn solid.
Cullen Jenkins (Packers) -- He would really improve the D-Line. To say the least, I like him a lot.

All in all, I say resign Moss, Brown, Buchanon, and Heyer. Pick up an OG, a couple DLineman, an ILB, and maybe a CB depending on Buchanon. IF THE PRICE IS RIGHT! Please stay away from the older crowd if at all possible.

One FA curveball that I hadn't seen mentioned, Vincent Jackson is one of the named plaintiffs in the Brady vs. NFL case. As part of the settlement he may get an exemption to his franchise tag. What will that do for our decisions at that position if he's fully unrestricted? I'd think he jumps ahead of Holmes and Rice in priority.

Apparently what they like about him is his ability to call out assignments and make adjustments for the line on the field.

I still haven't forgiven him for the Chargers game from a couple of years backRabach used to be just awful at seeing enough of the field to make any sort of proper call that could prevent an unblocked linebacker from forcing a quick throw or sack. He was almost unplayable based on his inability to grasp the mental part of the game.

I think he's improved that part of his game since 2008 to the point where the Redskins can usually get a body on every player that comes between the tackles (the extent of the Center's responsibility), but I don't think it's THAT difficult a skill. I mean, freakin' Will Montgomery did the job flawlessly in relief of Rabach last season. And he had to get the call out early enough for Heyer to figure out what the hell to do.