Shanahan: Williams is a natural for zone-blocking scheme

[MTK]

Redskins Insider - Shanahan: Williams is a natural for zone-blocking scheme

Coach Mike Shanahan Discusses Trent Williams On Redskins Nation

[Swarley]

just finished reading this myself, this is exactly why I like this pick.

[itvnetop]

I like the pick for system reasons (as well as potential). The Utah Jazz took Deron Williams over Chris Paul a few years ago- many were scratching their heads. Turns out the system method works (Paul is still a stud PG, though... just may not have fit Sloan's team).

[Dirtbag59]

I wanted to just repost this because the similarities to Ryan Clady are interesting. I think the main difference is that Clady was a little taller with slightly longer arms. However at the same time both Wiliams and Clady were athletic types that were soft in the middle.

Clady is also versatile, being able to play on the left or the right. With very good technique, he does needsto add strength especially on his lower body). He also needs to work harder in the weight room, as well as working on his run blocking mechanics.

Clady is a top ten talent. Although Jake Long is the top tackle prospect in this year's draft, Clady has the higher pro ceiling. He is a terrific athlete, but is still learning the position. On talent alone, he is above Joe Thomas (last year's top drafted tackle). A top pick for sure, Clady has the ability to contribute right away. He could anchor an offensive line for years.

Obviously the buzz words are highlighted but as you can see like Clady, Williams has the best upside, most athletic talent, he's versitle, and has had some problems in the weight room.

Honestly I was a little on the fence about Williams especially compared to Okung but seeing how favorably he compares to Clady makes me feel a lot better about the pick. Now I'm going to enjoy the screams of the "OKUNGGGGGGG!!!!!!!" tribe.

@itvnetop - Love your quote.

[Ruhskins]

Originally Posted by Dirtbag359

I wanted to just repost this because the similarities to Ryan Clady are interesting. I think the main difference is that Clady was a little taller with slightly longer arms. However at the same time both Wiliams and Clady were athletic types that were soft in the middle.


Obviously the buzz words are highlighted but as you can see like Clady, Williams has the best upside, most athletic talent, he's versitle, and has had some problems in the weight room.

Honestly I was a little on the fence about Williams especially compared to Okung but seeing how favorably he compares to Clady makes me feel a lot better about the pick. Now I'm going to enjoy the screams of the "OKUNGGGGGGG!!!!!!!" tribe.

Well you can now scream "SILVERBAAAAACK!!" (and it's approved by the Commish)

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by Ruhskins

Well you can now scream "SILVERBAAAAACK!!" (and it's approved by the Commish)

That was pretty cool. Like I said before I like "Gorilla" better (theres also a way to say it that I can't really articulate in text, I guess caveman is the best way to describe it.) as it seems to roll off the tongue but if he plays to his potential I'll call him whatever he wants to be called. Still I guess in the end it's just nice to know that we have a young Tackle.

In the meantime I will practice screaming "SILVERRRRBACKKKKK!" Also nice to know there will be no fines for the nickname.

[skinsfaninok]

I'm very happy with this pick. Now we have a LT for years to come.. So when does jc get moved?

[tryfuhl]

Originally Posted by Dirtbag359

That was pretty cool. Like I said before I like "Gorilla" better (theres also a way to say it that I can't really articulate in text, I guess caveman is the best way to describe it.) as it seems to roll off the tongue but if he plays to his potential I'll call him whatever he wants to be called. Still I guess in the end it's just nice to know that we have a young Tackle.

In the meantime I will practice screaming "SILVERRRRBACKKKKK!" Also nice to know there will be no fines for the nickname.

3 syllable words/names/phrases make for the best chants

[vallin21]

I felt if TW went anywhere, we would get the most production out of him, seeing how Shanahan turned Clady into an All-Pro. The kid might not be as motivated as Okung, but I think if the O-line coach can push him and he listens to Samuels he will be a better pro than Okung.

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by vallin21

I felt if TW went anywhere, we would get the most production out of him, seeing how Shanahan turned Clady into an All-Pro. The kid might not be as motivated as Okung, but I think if the O-line coach can push him and he listens to Samuels he will be a better pro than Okung.

I personally felt that way about a lot of offensive players we were considering including Clausen and Bradford. Okung I felt was one of those few players along with McClain that I think will be successful no matter where they go. I hope that Suh and McCoy develop, as both of them are high character guys but DT's do have a high bust rate.

Originally Posted by tryfuhl

3 syllable words/names/phrases make for the best chants

Thats true.

[53Fan]

Originally Posted by vallin21

I felt if TW went anywhere, we would get the most production out of him, seeing how Shanahan turned Clady into an All-Pro. The kid might not be as motivated as Okung, but I think if the O-line coach can push him and he listens to Samuels he will be a better pro than Okung.

Very possible. He could be a beast in this scheme.

[Dirtbag59]

Back from when the draft was "normal-time"

[tryfuhl]

Originally Posted by Dirtbag359

Back from when the draft was "normal-time"

I got you man!

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by tryfuhl

I got you man!

Ha ha, ummm yeah I totally got that right. But if you makes feel, uh, better, then, uh. Thanks. I didn't realize until afterwards. Ironically though Clady looked HORRIBLE in that highlight film and now he's among the leagues elite tackles. Williams seems like a much more promising prospect.

Alright hopefully I get this one right. It really is amazing though how well he moves:

[SouperMeister]

Originally Posted by vallin21

I felt if TW went anywhere, we would get the most production out of him, seeing how Shanahan turned Clady into an All-Pro. The kid might not be as motivated as Okung, but I think if the O-line coach can push him and he listens to Samuels he will be a better pro than Okung.

Don't underestimate the value of Samuels as a mentor for Williams.