The official 2008 draft discussion thread

[skinsfan_nn]

Originally Posted by SC Skins Fan

This is such a stupid post it is not even worth responding to with the actual counterpoints. They are too obvious to even require statement. Oh, and the Redskins did get the best WR in the draft at #34.

Thats for sure. You can't speak in terms of logic or common sense with someone who has none.

[Slingin Sammy 33]

Originally Posted by GusFrerotte

Trade down? Are you kidding me? The draft is about quality not quantity. We were stupid for giving up #21. WE get two mid second round picks in a lame draft year? Unless we go for a WR, we are not going to get quality people this draft. Although we might be able to still land a decent LB, CB, or S that will make a positive impact on us. Anyone picked up after round 3-4 will just be a waste of space or practice squad fodder for a season or two then released. At #21 we still could have landed a decent D linemen or guaranteed getting the best WR or S in the draft. I know it is a relatively thin year for talent, but you still have to go for top quality. More picks with the pickings are slim doesn't help you.

I think most people believe that although the draft doesn't have "star power", it is good for solid players in the 2nd & 3rd. We just picked up the top rated WR and got an extra 2nd round pick. We have many needs and need depth at several positions. The FO played this very well.

[MTK]

Originally Posted by GusFrerotte

Trade down? Are you kidding me? The draft is about quality not quantity. We were stupid for giving up #21. WE get two mid second round picks in a lame draft year? Unless we go for a WR, we are not going to get quality people this draft. Although we might be able to still land a decent LB, CB, or S that will make a positive impact on us. Anyone picked up after round 3-4 will just be a waste of space or practice squad fodder for a season or two then released. At #21 we still could have landed a decent D linemen or guaranteed getting the best WR or S in the draft. I know it is a relatively thin year for talent, but you still have to go for top quality. More picks when the pickings are slim doesn't help you.

In case you missed it no WRs even went in the first round and we still came away with one of the top ones on the board. And there's still plenty of quality DEs out there. So what are you griping about??

[EXoffender]

Go Skins!

[skinsfan_nn]

We ending getting the #1 WR on the board in the second round, which most all predicted would go in the first round. I'm very pleased with the first pick.

[EXoffender]

Originally Posted by skinsfan_nn

We ending getting the #1 WR on the board in the second round, which most all predicted would go in the first round. I'm very pleased with the first pick.

Ditto. Devin Thomas is a true #1/2 WR. He will be able to seperate from NFL CBs and he seemingly has the attitude to make it in this business.

[GMScud]

I still think Limas Sweed is gonna be the best WR from this year's class, but you can't complain about Devin Thomas at 34. Todd McShay thinks Thomas will be a bust, but we shall see.

I like having 3 second round picks.

[SKINSnCANES]

Originally Posted by GMScud

I still think Limas Sweed is gonna be the best WR from this year's class, but you can't complain about Devin Thomas at 34. Todd McShay thinks Thomas will be a bust, but we shall see.

I like having 3 second round picks.

you cant blame him...only played one year, drops balls.my first picks were sweed and hardy. But with that being said I think Thomas is a good fit for our offense. good west coast guy, should be very coachable under zorn and will perform

[bigdaddy2348]

I argee with SC Skins Fan. I thought they would get Devin Thomas with the 21st pick so to trade down get him cheaper plus more picks also was a win for us.

[SmootSmack]

I think we may go CB at #48, and DE (Campbell?) at 51

[MTK]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

I think we may go CB at #48, and DE (Campbell?) at 51

I have a feeling we're going to love this draft

[SKINSnCANES]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

I have a feeling we're going to love this draft

a lot of corners have already been picked... Id be happy with getting campbell so late, i would have been happy with him at 21. looks like were getting great value and savings lots of cap money.

i bet san fran goes after jasckson...i thougth he originally may go to san fran anyways before the draft started

[Slingin Sammy 33]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

I think we may go CB at #48, and DE (Campbell?) at 51

CB would be good at # 48. I got off the Campbell bandwagon after the combine, so I'm hoping Laws (I'm a ND fan), Harrison or Sims. Daniels and Wilson will have to hold down the fort for another year

[MonkFan4Life]

I like the pick. Now lets go defense with these next two picks !

[XXVI]

Devin ThomasHeight: 6-17/8 | Weight: 216 | 40-Time: 4.40
Official Bio

Strengths:
Very good size with long arms and excellent bulk...Smooth natural athlete...Great timed speed...Extremely elusive and runs well after the catch...Terrific vision...Has reliable hands and he'll pluck the ball...Great leaping ability and ball skills...Tough, strong and physical...Is also an outstanding return man...Still has a ton of upside.

Weaknesses:
Only had one big season at the college level...Not a great route runner...Does not necessarily play to his timed speed and lacks a burst...Hasn't been a true vertical threat to this point...Average blocker....Raw and could take some time to develop.

Notes:
JUCO transfer from Coffeyville Community College...Made little or no impact in his first year with the Spartans but then exploded once Mark Dantonio replaced John L. Smith and implemented a new offense...A One Year Wonder who would appear to have all the physical tools you look for...May have more long-term upside than any wideout in this draft, but whoever drafts him will probably have to be patient.