Redskins trade for Alex Smith

[mredskins]

Originally Posted by MTK

Something shit just doesn’t work out. That’s life.

Like this post. =)

[MTK]

Whoops typo

[metalskins]

Originally Posted by MTK

Whoops typo

Made sense to me, lol!

[WillH]

Alex Smith: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...4m-yqSkQfHoWNz

On to Alex, this is worth a watch. Insight on who he is.

I really liked Kirks approach in the media at first, but ultimately got sick of his playing coy and caring too much about the noise, but his persona was very professional and calm. In these interviews, Smith reminds me of Cousins a lot in his demeanour which I like, and he's got a little more Fuck It to him as he says. There seems to be more maturity there IMO.

On a side note, he talks snit his best friend committing suicide. Maybe they need to get Luke Falk in to learn behind him. Luke lost his friend and fellow QB by suicide, that could be such a strong bond that will take the awkwardness out of the situation and must've they could build something special. Also, I like Falk, but he probably needs 2-3 yrs to develop into a viable option. Really could be a perfect situation.

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[CRedskinsRule]

I think KC is still a teammate. Players will give him well wishes when he actually leaves.

[skinsfaninok]

Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

I think KC is still a teammate. Players will give him well wishes when he actually leaves.

Eh, u still haven't seen many if any come out and say WE WANT KIRK, I don't recall it anyway

[CRedskinsRule]

Originally Posted by skinsfaninok

Eh, u still haven't seen many if any come out and say WE WANT KIRK, I don't recall it anyway

I think they all knew he was leaving, I mean they see and talk to him on a daily basis, and they all knew that the 3 FT wasn't happening.

[BaltimoreSkins]

Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

I think KC is still a teammate. Players will give him well wishes when he actually leaves.

Agree. It would be pretty effed up to say so long KC you were a great team mate at this juncture. Of course maybe the clubhouse is ready to move on after all the drama.

[TenandSix:Unacceptable]

Here’s my take on another forum about what to look out for next:

So apparently the compensatory pick situation is a bit nebulous and will be decided by the league after next season based on whether we gained, lost or broke even in FA according to the NFLs secret in-house formula. If we lose Cousins (done deal) and Breeland (I’m hoping) we’re already starting with a huge net loss since our replacement @ QB was via trade (yet another reason to like the move). If the Redskins can be somewhat frugal - because I’m obviously not expecting them to sit out entirely, nor should they - we should definitely have a compensatory pick or two coming our way in 2019.

The NFL has proven over and over that handing out large contracts to other teams stars en masse is a losing proposition. The Redskins are the poster boys for how poorly that strategy works out. The Giants are a great recent example. Apparently a lot of teams have changed the way they operate because of the compensatory rules.

I really think that our handling of FA will be telling. If the Redskins are getting smarter and understand this important change as well as the fact that massive FA spending doesn’t lead to success, I think it will be a great signal that we actually might be heading in the right direction. If they look at the cap space gained from letting Cousins walk and signing Smith for less and go, “Yippy skippy! Now we can splurge on FA!”, I think it’ll be a strong indication that they refuse to learn the lesson and Cousins, Smith etc is very much sound and fury signifying nothing...

If the Redskins manage to make savvy adds while not breaking the bank and forfitting their comp picks, while simultaneously trading down and acquiring more draft capital, I’ll be much more hopeful for the future.

13OA is a really good spot to be in this year because there are 5 potential 1rd QBs. Either they all go before 13 and make it so we have better options to chose from at other positions, or one of the big name guys falls to us and sets us up to trade down for a significant return.

Now that Smith is in the fold we need to address the significant holes throughout the roster. If they take an intelligent 2 year approach via FA and the draft they can upgrade 7-10 spots while maintaining salary balance - all while having continuity at head coach and competence at the game’s most important position.

The road to respectability is clear as day to me. After 3 years of playing .500 football, perhaps the path to something even better is right around the corner.

[Redskin Warrior]

I rarely post but I wanted to offer a possible scenario that I haven't seen posted yet. We have the 13th pick in the draft and Alex Smith is now off the market that pick could be huge. I hated to see Fuller leave too, but what if we trade back an added a 2nd round pick or more. Someone will miss out on a QB in FA and need to draft a QB. Don't look at the trade (it's over with there's no use in crying about it now) look the ripple effect of the trade.

Example what if they trade back and get an additional 2nd & 4th round pick for the 13th pick (or possibly more) while being able to resign a stud like Zach Brown. Is that really that bad? Fuller will be missed for sure but it's not the end of the world. The extra pick or picks could help boost the holes in the roster. I feel we could come out okay under the circumstances given honestly, if the FO makes these type of moves in the future. You never know what might happen, but I feel good about having the 13th pick as potential trade bait. No one saw Jonathan Allen being there last year....but what if Mayfield or Josh Allen is there this year?

[Defensewins]

Originally Posted by Redskin Warrior

I rarely post but I wanted to offer a possible scenario that I haven't seen posted yet. We have the 13th pick in the draft and Alex Smith is now off the market that pick could be huge. I hated to see Fuller leave too, but what if we trade back an added a 2nd round pick or more. Someone will miss out on a QB in FA and need to draft a QB. Don't look at the trade (it's over with there's no use in crying about it now) look the ripple effect of the trade.

Example what if they trade back and get an additional 2nd & 4th round pick for the 13th pick (or possibly more) while being able to resign a stud like Zach Brown. Is that really that bad? Fuller will be missed for sure but it's not the end of the world. The extra pick or picks could help boost the holes in the roster. I feel we could come out okay under the circumstances given honestly, if the FO makes these type of moves in the future. You never know what might happen, but I feel good about having the 13th pick as potential trade bait. No one saw Jonathan Allen being there last year....but what if Mayfield or Josh Allen is there this year?

Great post.
I agree about there being some really strong talent there at 13. There will be a run of QB's in the top 10, but I feel like Mayfield with his arrest, emotional issues, size concerns and lack of experience in a pro offense like ours, he will drop to us at 13.
Also combined with there being several QB desperate teams that might want or need to give up some value for 13th pick to get a QB.

[Irrefutable]

I guess there is only one player on the team, the QB. Having a good defense, RB, WR, and o-line will be major factors in how well the team does.

[dmek25]

regardless how you feel about smith, the one thing that really irks me about this. both QBs that WE drafted, neither are still on the team. and we didnt get a darn thing in return. if thats not enough to get you fired....

[#56fanatic]

I haven't posted in years....so its nice to be back.

I don't have a problem with Alex Smith the QB. I'm sure he will be as productive as Kirk (or Kurt depending on who is talking). My issue is this - $71 millions guaranteed to a guy that is 34 years old. this is so the OLD redskins way of over paying for aging guys. And also giving up a promising young corner (remember Champ?). And absolutely no attempt to at least dip a toe in the negotiating pool with Kirk. I am guessing $70+ million guaranteed last year would have gotten close or at least given Kirk the feeling that this may be the right place to be. But as usual, Bruce Allen craps on this because he is out to show he is the man in charge.

[skinsfaninok]

Originally Posted by #56fanatic

I haven't posted in years....so its nice to be back.

I don't have a problem with Alex Smith the QB. I'm sure he will be as productive as Kirk (or Kurt depending on who is talking). My issue is this - $71 millions guaranteed to a guy that is 34 years old. this is so the OLD redskins way of over paying for aging guys. And also giving up a promising young corner (remember Champ?). And absolutely no attempt to at least dip a toe in the negotiating pool with Kirk. I am guessing $70+ million guaranteed last year would have gotten close or at least given Kirk the feeling that this may be the right place to be. But as usual, Bruce Allen craps on this because he is out to show he is the man in charge.

damn man welcome back