#22 Carlos Rogers - Rogers was selected 9th overall in the 2005 NFL Draft and even though he didn't have an immediate impact, as the season wore on and his role increased, he proved to be an exciting young player who should be a cornerstone of the Redskins' defense for years to come. Rogers brings a nice blend of speed, intelligence, and toughness to the cornerback position.
Rogers battled injury problems early on that caused him to fall behind on the learning curve in training camp. Gregg Williams is known for bringing his rookies along slowly and Rogers was no exception. Rogers didn't start his first game until week 3 and that was more out of necessity due to an injury to Walt Harris. Rogers truly earned the starting job in week 13 against the Rams and he responded with 6 tackles and 1 INT.
Despite an up and down rookie season that was filled with injuries, Rogers flashed plenty of potential and will be a key player to watch in 2006.
Final Stats:
46 total tackles
42 solo
4 assists
2 interceptions
4 passes defensed
Season highlight: In a losing effort against the Chargers, Rogers was all over the field with 7 tackles, 1 INT and 3 passes defensed, an effort that earned him the starting job the following week against St. Louis.
Grade: B
