RI: Orakpo Starts Out at Linebacker

GTripp0012 · 05-02-2009, 08:46 PM

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 · 05-02-2009, 08:48 PM

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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 · 05-02-2009, 08:54 PM

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

GTripp0012 · 05-02-2009, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by The Goat

That's what she said

That's a stretch.

The Goat · 05-02-2009, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by GTripp0012

That's a stretch.

She said that too actually...

jsarno · 05-02-2009, 09:51 PM

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^^ 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 · 05-02-2009, 09:54 PM

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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 · 05-03-2009, 12:51 AM

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 · 05-03-2009, 01:24 AM

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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 · 05-03-2009, 01:26 AM

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

1-0 redskins.

Lotus · 05-03-2009, 01:27 AM

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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 · 05-03-2009, 01:51 AM

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

bill belilicheck was his boss

EARTHQUAKE2689 · 05-03-2009, 01:56 AM

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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 · 05-03-2009, 06:00 AM

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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 · 05-03-2009, 06:01 AM

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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.

05-02-2009, 08:46 PM	#61
GTripp0012 Living Legend Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Evanston, IL Age: 36 Posts: 15,994	Re: RI: Orakpo Starts Out at Linebacker 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. __________________ according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

05-02-2009, 08:54 PM	#63
53Fan Franchise Player Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Kill Devil Hills, N.C. Posts: 7,570	Re: RI: Orakpo Starts Out at Linebacker I just want the dude to play where he can do the most DAMAGE. Wherever that may be. __________________ Defense wins championships. Bring it!

05-03-2009, 12:51 AM	#68
SeanTaylor21SKINS Camp Scrub Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 58	Re: RI: Orakpo Starts Out at Linebacker 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. __________________ Hail To The Redskins!

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