Commanders 2024 Free Agency Thread

[Chief X_Phackter]

Originally Posted by punch it in

OT, CB, QB in the draft is now pretty set in stone imo and there are plenty of them available.
At number 2 is clearly the QB. With our two seconds and two thirds we can get an OT, and CB that should be pretty much bpa anyway. With the rest of the picks we can go bpa all the way. This is an exciting time to be a fan.

Three of the deepest positions in the draft. Brilliant.

[punch it in]

Originally Posted by Chief X_Phackter

Three of the deepest positions in the draft. Brilliant.

And we have a GM who recognized this and cleaned more than a few holes in FA. Amazing.

All the new guys minus the K are under 30 if Im not mistaken. Also all 1-2 year contracts. They shine we sign. It is really amazing to watch a build done correctly. Been a while since Beathard and Co treated us to such things. I am certainly not saying we have returned to greatness but if we are going to this is a mighty fine start/opportunity to do so.

[EdmundDorf]

Originally Posted by punch it in

OT, CB, QB in the draft is now pretty set in stone imo and there are plenty of them available.
At number 2 is clearly the QB. With our two seconds and two thirds we can get an OT, and CB that should be pretty much bpa anyway. With the rest of the picks we can go bpa all the way. This is an exciting time to be a fan.

While I want them to draft an OT, we need at least two and any OT at the #36 pick is not going to be ready to go from the first snap so I would be concerned about having him block the blindside of our shiny new rookie QB. If we are going to start a rookie OT then they really need to trade back into rd 1 in the 20s to get one of the better OTs. Either way they still need to sign a starting OT and a swing Tackle in FA. Then start the rookie at RT and a FA at LT, but having a good swing tackle will allow him to step in if the rookie struggles.

[punch it in]

Originally Posted by EdmundDorf

While I want them to draft an OT, we need at least two and any OT at the #36 pick is not going to be ready to go from the first snap so I would be concerned about having him block the blindside of our shiny new rookie QB. If we are going to start a rookie OT then they really need to trade back into rd 1 in the 20s to get one of the better OTs. Either way they still need to sign a starting OT and a swing Tackle in FA. Then start the rookie at RT and a FA at LT, but having a good swing tackle will allow him to step in if the rookie struggles.

Yeah the really highly touted OT’s will be gone by the second. But the Princley (cant remember his last name) and Jordan Morgans of the world will be there at 36 possibly.

Didn’t someone post something on here recently about the success rate of OT’s drafted in the top 10 vs being drafted in the first few rounds in general?
It heavily favored the ones drafted later. Anyway I would not be opposed to- at all - grabbing an OT in FA - a veteran who can hold their own like you said.

[Chief X_Phackter]

The good thing is it is a deep class for Tackles, and we have plenty of draft capital to basically do what we want to get our guy(s).

Also, it's not a popular take, but they could be planning on Wylie holding down that RT spot for another year.

[punch it in]

Wylie needs to be a backup at best but I would prefer he is a backup on another team. We have to be able to find someone better.

[KI Skins Fan]

Originally Posted by Chief X_Phackter

The good thing is it is a deep class for Tackles, and we have plenty of draft capital to basically do what we want to get our guy(s).

Also, it's not a popular take, but they could be planning on Wylie holding down that RT spot for another year.

Spare me the thought of Wiley at RT. They could install a turnstile at RT instead.

I think they'll pick up a veteran T in FA and draft one in Round 2. They may even use some draft capital to move up into Round 1 to get one they are high on.

Also, some teams who pick a T in Round 1 may release a veteran league-average T who we could pick up.

[calia]

We could also use a little WR help too. Not as high a priority as OT or CB, but still important.


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[nonniey]

[QUOTE=MTK;1360195]If Chinn gets back to how he played in his rookie and second year, I'd easily take him over Curl.[/QUO

I'm not criticizing Chinn, not everyone we pick up can be an upgrade. Curl is better, far better, and I'm not the only one who thinks that, as outside of many Redskins fans (since yesterday) everyone thinks that. He is a fine tackler, but he can't cover, he never could even in the 2020-2021 seasons. They used him more as a hybrid LB/SS in 2020-2021. I'm sure the coaching staff knows that and will use him appropriately.

[KI Skins Fan]

Originally Posted by calia

We could also use a little WR help too. Not as high a priority as OT or CB, but still important.

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Yes. I like the idea of trying to get Xavier Worthy to take the top off the defenses we face. He is also an outstanding PR/KR which we haven't had in a long, long time.

[KI Skins Fan]

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Originally Posted by MTK

If Chinn gets back to how he played in his rookie and second year, I'd easily take him over Curl.[/QUO

I'm not criticizing Chinn, not everyone we pick up can be an upgrade. Curl is better, far better, and I'm not the only one who thinks that, as outside of Redskins fans (since yesterday) everyone thinks that. He is a fine tackler, but he can't cover, he never could even in the 2020-2021 seasons. They used him more as a hybrid LB/SS in 2020-2021. I'm sure the coaching staff knows that and will use him appropriately.

I agree. This staff seems to have an appreciation for the value of role players.

[EdmundDorf]

Originally Posted by Chief X_Phackter

The good thing is it is a deep class for Tackles, and we have plenty of draft capital to basically do what we want to get our guy(s).

Also, it's not a popular take, but they could be planning on Wylie holding down that RT spot for another year.

This is what is bugging me about the apparent lack of FA action at OT, we need 3, even if we do draft one high that still leaves 2, and I have heard some talking heads who you would assume are somewhat in the know talking like Wylie is part of the plan. If it is Wylie and a rookie starting at OT next year our rookie QB could get the crap beating out of him.

[EdmundDorf]

Originally Posted by KI Skins Fan

Spare me the thought of Wiley at RT. They could install a turnstile at RT instead.

I think they'll pick up a veteran T in FA and draft one in Round 2. They may even use some draft capital to move up into Round 1 to get one they are high on.

Also, some teams who pick a T in Round 1 may release a veteran league-average T who we could pick up.

True, but I would hope our front office isn't expecting this as part of their plan. Good chance to get an above average swing/backup, but not to count on getting a starter

[KI Skins Fan]

So when are the Commanders going to sign my man Devin White? I'd love to have a wild man in our LB group.

(BTW, I'm beginning my quest for the consecutive posts record today. This one makes three.)

[Chief X_Phackter]

Originally Posted by EdmundDorf

This is what is bugging me about the apparent lack of FA action at OT, we need 3, even if we do draft one high that still leaves 2, and I have heard some talking heads who you would assume are somewhat in the know talking like Wylie is part of the plan. If it is Wylie and a rookie starting at OT next year our rookie QB could get the crap beating out of him.

Like I said, it's not a popular take on here, but we don't know how the new coaching staff feels about Wylie. I really don't think it's out of the question that he is the starting RT to begin the season. It's probably not ideal, but not out of the question.