Position Battles

This year looks to be extraordinarily competitive for roster spots at a number of positions. I remember going over the roster last preseason and only identifying a few roster spots that I thought were up for grabs. Now, we seem to be building depth everywhere.

I thought it would be interesting for us to discuss the position groups where there are probably going to be some tough roster decisions this season. To me, the WR, CB, OLB, TE, and S stand out in that regard. As you know, adding to the difficulty in picking a roster is the need for ST players, determining how many to keep at each position, trying to hold on to promising young players who need more time to develop and other issues. It's going to be complicated.

Who would like to step up, pick a position group and have at it?

Breeland vs Fuller vs Moreau boundry corner across from Josh Norman is the one Im watching.

I think overall the entire log jam at Safety should be fun to watch

Corner (Breeland vs. Fuller vs. Moreau)
Outside Linebacker (Anderson vs. Smith vs. Murphy)
Running Back (Kelly vs. Perine)
Left Guard (Luvavo vs. Anyone)

I agree with most of what I've read so far. I also am looking forward to the ILB battle and the RB position should be interesting. I'm not counting Will Compton out as a starter as he's fought his whole football career against the odds. I expect Fat Rob to be better but I think those who expect Perrine to be used in short yardage only may be surprised. He averaged over 6 yds per carry and set the single game record with over 400 yds. He didn't get that much yardage by just trying to punch it in. He can wear down a defense. I definitely like our backfield and between the top 3, I have great expectations.

Corner (Breeland vs. Fuller vs. Moreau)
Outside Linebacker (Anderson vs. Smith vs. Murphy)
Running Back (Kelly vs. Perine)
Left Guard (Luvavo vs. Anyone)

Assuming no injuries and a complete recovery by Galette, Kerrigan and Galette should claim the starting roles.

The Skins will no doubt keep Anderson, as a highly drafted rookie. Then, there is the matter of Murphy's four game suspension to start the season. That means that Smith should be on the 53 man roster when the season starts. When it's time for Murphy to come back, the Skins may have a decision to make, namely Smith vs. Murphy.

I think Smith may have a great opportunity to nail down a job in the first four games but he had better play a helluva lot better than he did last season if he hopes to have a job here when the Skins play Game 5.

Corner (Breeland vs. Fuller vs. Moreau)
Outside Linebacker (Anderson vs. Smith vs. Murphy)Running Back (Kelly vs. Perine)
Left Guard (Luvavo vs. Anyone)

I hope JG can get in there too!

Junior will definitely start.

every position is set,other than qb and punting.top 4 wrs are set,5 and 6 and te gonna be curious outcomes.i dont see gillette making the team or deangelo when they come off pup.

every position is set,other than qb and punting.top 4 wrs are set,5 and 6 and te gonna be curious outcomes.i dont see gillette making the team or deangelo when they come off pup.

You don't see Junior Galette making the team?

Explain

All depends on the health and recovery with jg. If it's there it's nothing but a positive...at the very minimum he plays heavy in a speed rush package. Can't have too many guys who can rush the qb. I think Preston smith could be in danger if Anderson and jg look stout