Cousins Open to Trade.

KI Skins Fan · 02-03-2014, 10:51 AM

According to cbssports.com:

"According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Cousins is "open" to a trade out of Washington.

It's not a massive surprise, mainly because Robert Griffin III is the starting quarterback for Washington and Cousins, like most quarterbacks, wants to play and wants to start.

CBS Sports NFL Insider Jason La Canfora believes if a deal was something the Redskins worked on with another team, it could likely occur around the 2013 NFL Combine. That's certainly what Cousins would prefer, since it would give him ample time to get prepared with his new team and spend a full offseason wherever he theoretically lands.

It would also give the Redskins (in theory) draft picks in the 2013 NFL Draft, something they sorely need, with their No. 2 overall pick going to the Rams.

According to La Canfora, the idea of landing a second-round pick (much less a first) isn't something that looks likely to happen at this point. Much more likely is a mid-round pick with the potential to move up depending on performance.

Cousins had a very strong relationship with Kyle Shanahan, who's returning from a Caribbean vacation on Monday and is set to become the Browns offensive coordinator when he returns."
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Looks like Schefter continues to act as a mouthpiece for the Shanahans. I feel certain that Kyle Shanahan will ask the Browns to trade for Cousins.

I also see that Jason LaCanfora continues in his role as The Clown by suggesting that the Skins would trade Cousins for a conditional mid-round pick. There is no way that the Skins are going to trade Cousins for less than a high second round pick, IMO. Also, if the Skins think that Kyle and the Browns want Cousins bad enough, they may insist on a lower round pick or a player in the deal, as well.

I might as well predict something here. I'll say that if the Skins decide to deal Cousins to Cleveland, they will be able to get a high second round pick and they will swap one or more lower round picks with Cleveland as part of the deal, receiving earlier picks in return.

Buffalo Bob · 02-03-2014, 11:10 AM

Should have traded him after 2012 when he had higher value. Like most young quarterbacks these days that looked great in their first few games or season, he regressed badly as defensive coordinators familiarized themselves with him
and exploited his weaknesses. There are teams out there where he wouldn't even be a #2 right now, and I wouldn't call him a starter anywhere. I can't see him being worth more than a 6th rounder, but that is my opinion.

MTK · 02-03-2014, 11:23 AM

There are always plenty of teams in need of a QB. I don't think his play this year hurt his value in the long run at all. All it takes is one team and with Kyle in Cleveland they could be that team if he feels strongly enough about Cousins.

Buffalo Bob · 02-03-2014, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Mattyk

There are always plenty of teams in need of a QB. I don't think his play this year hurt his value in the long run at all. All it takes is one team and with Kyle in Cleveland they could be that team if he feels strongly enough about Cousins.

It takes more than one team to drive the price up. If there is only one bidder the price will stay low. Alex Smith went for a 2nd rounder and a conditional pick after having a passer rating over 100 in the season before he was traded. Considering that how could anyone think Cousins is worth as high as a second?
Cousins was great in two 2012 starts, he was terrible in 2013, your last impression is what counts.

Alvin Walton · 02-03-2014, 11:27 AM

Fine with me....we need more picks.
I'd settle for a third round but a second would be nice.
We can get a couple UDFA QBs after the draft.

That Guy · 02-03-2014, 11:28 AM

if you can get a 2nd, take it.

irish · 02-03-2014, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by That Guy

if you can get a 2nd, take it.

I think a 4th is the best they could get for KC.

redskins5044 · 02-03-2014, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by irish

I think a 4th is the best they could get for KC.

Tend to agree, they might be able to swing a 3rd. I would keep him as insurance for another year and trade him next year for whatever they can get.

whistler · 02-03-2014, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by redskins5044

Tend to agree, they might be able to swing a 3rd. I would keep him as insurance for another year and trade him next year for whatever they can get.

there will be no trade value after this upcoming season for KC. He'll be in the fourth yr of his deal. With a fourth rd pick there may not be a team option for the fifth yr., wait a yr and he's a FA or restricted FA, giving no bargaining power to the team.

mredskins · 02-03-2014, 11:54 AM

Who do you back fill him with that is the question...Vick?

DynamiteRave · 02-03-2014, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by mredskins

Who do you back fill him with that is the question...Vick?

Pat White.

No but really, I wouldn't mind Josh McCown, since he blew up with the Bears. I don't mind an older vet stepping in. Preferably though, unless we get a 2nd or at bare minimum a 3rd rounder for Cousins, I'd rather we just hold onto him again.

I really don't want Vick and I feel like he could start for a team that's hurting for a QB (Jags, Raiders, Vikes, etc)

Alvin Walton · 02-04-2014, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by mredskins

Who do you back fill him with that is the question...Vick?

Chad Henne
Dan Orlovsky
Matt Cassel
Josh Freeman
Shaun Hill
Colt McCoy

SmootSmack · 02-04-2014, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Alvin Walton

Chad Henne
Dan Orlovsky
Matt Cassel
Josh Freeman
Shaun Hill
Colt McCoy

I'd take a flyer on Colt McCoy. Don't believe he's on our radar though

Chico23231 · 02-04-2014, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by mredskins

Who do you back fill him with that is the question...Vick?

Jared Lorezen

Jared Lorenzen, fatter than ever, still a quarterback | ProFootballTalk

skinsfan69 · 02-03-2014, 12:59 PM

RG3 is coming off a bad year with two major knee operations. I wouldn't get rid of a quality young back up for a 3rd or 4th rounder. What if RG3 twists his knee in training camp? Then what? Is that 3rd or 4th rounder going to be worth it? If Clev offers a proven player then I'd listen.

02-03-2014, 10:51 AM	#1
KI Skins Fan Pro Bowl Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Jacksonville, Forida Posts: 6,396	Cousins Open to Trade. According to cbssports.com: "According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Cousins is "open" to a trade out of Washington. It's not a massive surprise, mainly because Robert Griffin III is the starting quarterback for Washington and Cousins, like most quarterbacks, wants to play and wants to start. CBS Sports NFL Insider Jason La Canfora believes if a deal was something the Redskins worked on with another team, it could likely occur around the 2013 NFL Combine. That's certainly what Cousins would prefer, since it would give him ample time to get prepared with his new team and spend a full offseason wherever he theoretically lands. It would also give the Redskins (in theory) draft picks in the 2013 NFL Draft, something they sorely need, with their No. 2 overall pick going to the Rams. According to La Canfora, the idea of landing a second-round pick (much less a first) isn't something that looks likely to happen at this point. Much more likely is a mid-round pick with the potential to move up depending on performance. Cousins had a very strong relationship with Kyle Shanahan, who's returning from a Caribbean vacation on Monday and is set to become the Browns offensive coordinator when he returns." __________________________________________________ _______________ Looks like Schefter continues to act as a mouthpiece for the Shanahans. I feel certain that Kyle Shanahan will ask the Browns to trade for Cousins. I also see that Jason LaCanfora continues in his role as The Clown by suggesting that the Skins would trade Cousins for a conditional mid-round pick. There is no way that the Skins are going to trade Cousins for less than a high second round pick, IMO. Also, if the Skins think that Kyle and the Browns want Cousins bad enough, they may insist on a lower round pick or a player in the deal, as well. I might as well predict something here. I'll say that if the Skins decide to deal Cousins to Cleveland, they will be able to get a high second round pick and they will swap one or more lower round picks with Cleveland as part of the deal, receiving earlier picks in return. __________________ I'm a big Caitlin Clark fan! Last edited by KI Skins Fan; 02-03-2014 at 11:01 AM.

02-03-2014, 11:23 AM	#3
MTK \m/ Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: NY Age: 52 Posts: 99,464	Re: Cousins Open to Trade. There are always plenty of teams in need of a QB. I don't think his play this year hurt his value in the long run at all. All it takes is one team and with Kyle in Cleveland they could be that team if he feels strongly enough about Cousins. __________________ Support The Warpath! \| Warpath Shop

02-03-2014, 11:27 AM	#5
Alvin Walton Pro Bowl Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Holland, Michigan Posts: 5,741	Re: Cousins Open to Trade. Fine with me....we need more picks. I'd settle for a third round but a second would be nice. We can get a couple UDFA QBs after the draft. __________________ REDSKINS FAN SINCE 1968

02-03-2014, 11:28 AM	#6
That Guy Living Legend Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: VA Age: 42 Posts: 17,553	Re: Cousins Open to Trade. if you can get a 2nd, take it.

02-03-2014, 11:54 AM	#10
mredskins Gamebreaker Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 12,728	Re: Cousins Open to Trade. Who do you back fill him with that is the question...Vick? __________________ When life gives you paper jams, turn them into paper footballs!

02-03-2014, 11:10 AM	#2
Buffalo Bob The Starter Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Beaverdam Virginia Age: 63 Posts: 2,137	Re: Cousins Open to Trade. Should have traded him after 2012 when he had higher value. Like most young quarterbacks these days that looked great in their first few games or season, he regressed badly as defensive coordinators familiarized themselves with him and exploited his weaknesses. There are teams out there where he wouldn't even be a #2 right now, and I wouldn't call him a starter anywhere. I can't see him being worth more than a 6th rounder, but that is my opinion.

02-03-2014, 12:59 PM	#15
skinsfan69 Living Legend Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 17,265	Re: Cousins Open to Trade. RG3 is coming off a bad year with two major knee operations. I wouldn't get rid of a quality young back up for a 3rd or 4th rounder. What if RG3 twists his knee in training camp? Then what? Is that 3rd or 4th rounder going to be worth it? If Clev offers a proven player then I'd listen.

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