RI: Orakpo Starts Out at Linebacker

[GTripp0012]

Well, if things go according to plan, we already have pieces in place that make Orakpo a luxury on defense. The reason he's such a great pick is because things rarely go according to plan, and now we are probably as deep defensively as anyone in the NFL.

We have a good starting 11 on offense, but we're not very deep there at all.

[The Goat]

Originally Posted by GTripp0012

Well, if things go according to plan, we already have pieces in place that make Orakpo a luxury on defense. The reason he's such a great pick is because things rarely go according to plan, and now we are probably as deep defensively as anyone in the NFL.

We have a good starting 11 on offense, but we're not very deep there at all.

That's what she said

[53Fan]

I just want the dude to play where he can do the most DAMAGE. Wherever that may be.

[GTripp0012]

Originally Posted by The Goat

That's what she said

That's a stretch.

[The Goat]

Originally Posted by GTripp0012

That's a stretch.

She said that too actually...

[jsarno]

Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

^^ Denver's first pick was a RB, (it shouldve been a DE) but that's one reason we got Osackporomo.

Off the subject, I know...but what a dumb freakin move that was! Their D was HORRIBLE last year and needed severe upgrade, and they draft a RB? They can turn any player into a stud at RB up there and they draft this kid in the first round? Why, so when he has 3 1300+ yard seasons they will trade him, or let him walk?

[Lotus]

Originally Posted by jsarno

Off the subject, I know...but what a dumb freakin move that was! Their D was HORRIBLE last year and needed severe upgrade, and they draft a RB? They can turn any player into a stud at RB up there and they draft this kid in the first round? Why, so when he has 3 1300+ yard seasons they will trade him, or let him walk?

I read a humorous column which claimed that they drafted Moreno so that he would be one less person who ran all over them, thereby improving their run defense.

[SeanTaylor21SKINS]

Nothing is set in stone yet. He could end up starting at LB and playing DE in pass situations or he could start at DE. You never know.

I don't see how people say he can't take on big tackles. The guy benches 515 pounds.

[MTK]

Originally Posted by jsarno

Off the subject, I know...but what a dumb freakin move that was! Their D was HORRIBLE last year and needed severe upgrade, and they draft a RB? They can turn any player into a stud at RB up there and they draft this kid in the first round? Why, so when he has 3 1300+ yard seasons they will trade him, or let him walk?

Ever since Shanahan was fired the Broncos seem to be plagued by questionable moves including the hiring of McDaniels.

[WaldSkins]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

Ever since Shanahan was fired the Broncos seem to be plagued by questionable moves including the hiring of McDaniels.

1-0 redskins.

[Lotus]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

Ever since Shanahan was fired the Broncos seem to be plagued by questionable moves including the hiring of McDaniels.

McDaniels always seems to have a terrified look in his eye.

[EARTHQUAKE2689]

Originally Posted by Lotus

McDaniels always seems to have a terrified look in his eye.

bill belilicheck was his boss

[EARTHQUAKE2689]

Originally Posted by The Goat

That's what she said

Who is "she" exactly? Whoever she is she needs to shut up and keep her legs closed. LOL

[skins89moss]

Originally Posted by SouperMeister

Merriman and Suggs are poor examples since they are largely pass rushing 3-4 linebackers in the pros. Asking Orakpo to play LB in a 4-3 is a far more difficult transition. Hopefully his hand will be in the dirt on 3rd and long passing situations.

T. Suggs was a DE at ASU which ran a 4-3 defense. He dropped in the draft do to his 40 time was slower than scouts expected. He has made a great transtion to the 3-4. You aree right i think the use Suggs more to rush the QB.

[skins89moss]

Originally Posted by SouperMeister

Merriman and Suggs are poor examples since they are largely pass rushing 3-4 linebackers in the pros. Asking Orakpo to play LB in a 4-3 is a far more difficult transition. Hopefully his hand will be in the dirt on 3rd and long passing situations.

T. Suggs was a DE at ASU which ran a 4-3 defense. He dropped in the draft do to his 40 time was slower than scouts expected. He has made a great transtion to the 3-4. You aree right i think the use Suggs more to rush the QB.