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View Poll Results: WTF Pick of Day One | |||
WR Devin Thomas (34) |
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18 | 12.00% |
TE Fred Davis (48) |
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95 | 63.33% |
WR Malcolm Kelly (51) |
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37 | 24.67% |
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Pro Bowl
Join Date: Feb 2004
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Re: The official 2008 draft discussion thread
I have to admit I've calmed down from the hysteria of the selections. I suppose you could make the argument that if Chris Cooley were to go down to injury, we don't have anybody behind him who poses any threat at the tight end position. I've also been convinced that having two dangerous threats like that poses extra problems for defenses. So overall, I'm shocked that they used the pick there, but if it helps us score more points, then come September nobody will be complaining.
The thought actually crossed my mind when Malcolm Kelly was still on the board before our final 2nd round pick that they might take yet another wide receiver because to me, we've seen all that we're going to see from Moss and Randle El as receiving threats. And they are not enough. So I'm done bitching. I like the selections. But the O-line and Reed Doughty still make me nervous. |
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Re: The official 2008 draft discussion thread
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Join Date: Oct 2006
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Re: The official 2008 draft discussion thread
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How about Eric Young the guard from Tennessee? Before his injury he was considered one of the top guards in the draft. Here is his bio: 2008 Draft - Eric Young | NFL Football at CBSSports.com |
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Join Date: May 2005
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Re: The official 2008 draft discussion thread
I think if you look at the picks in the context of last year's production and not perceived needs, they absolutely make sense.
As it's been mentioned here already, our red-zone offense was putrid (sp) last year. Horrible. Morever, we were deep into the season before we saw a touchdown from a wideout? No way we can keep up with the likes of the Giants and the Cowboys this year if we struggle like that again. So from that perspective the picks make a lot of sense. |
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Join Date: Jan 2006
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Re: The official 2008 draft discussion thread
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Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Los Angeles
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Re: The official 2008 draft discussion thread
I have to say I liked the buckshot approach. My favorite pick was the TE Davis. Tomorrow we have to draft on the LINE O or D I really don't care and after that some linebackers.
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The Starter
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Norfolk, Va
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Re: The official 2008 draft discussion thread
Let's get the polls up. Grade each pick!
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Uncle Phil
Join Date: Feb 2004
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Re: The official 2008 draft discussion thread
I think we'll grade the draft as a whole tomorrow
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Join Date: Aug 2005
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Re: The official 2008 draft discussion thread
Anyone who thinks they can predict with any confidence these young wr's translation or transition to the nfl is a joker.
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Impact Rookie
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: New Orleans, LA- via VA
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But we can hope.
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Join Date: May 2005
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Re: The official 2008 draft discussion thread
On defense you have to figure, London Fletcher is one of the most durable guys in the league and arguably had his best season as a pro last year. While the defense could use some depth and a big DE coming off the edge to compliment Carter, I'm okay with some depth being added in the later rounds.
I think the key on defense is getting back both Carlos Rogers and Rocky Mac. I'm not sure what the time table is there, but it's possible the FO feels like they'll be ready to sooner than what's being reported. |
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Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Georgetown
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Re: The official 2008 draft discussion thread
Hey Im new to this board. Really interesting posts. I really like all our picks today. I think that its hard to judge a pick based on whether we already have someone great in that position since situations occur (injuries). Davis is an animal and I really believe that the two receivers in time can be at least solid contributors. But I guess time will tell.
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The Starter
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Staunton, VA
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Re: The official 2008 draft discussion thread
That is right the Draft is not over and it is definitely not over for the Skins. I do not have a crystal ball but hopefully these guys will do a good job in DC. The Draft and where you fall in the Draft does not guarantee your success in the NFL (Think Heath Shuler, Ryan Leaf or Desmond Howard).
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Uncle Phil
Join Date: Feb 2004
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Re: The official 2008 draft discussion thread
It's probably been mentioned already but Thomas also adds a lot of value as a return man
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A Dude
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Newtown Square, PA
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Re: The official 2008 draft discussion thread
On WRs, ask yourself this...
Do the Redskins currently have a #1 receiver? Because not every team in the NFL does. Just because you're the top WR on your team doesn't make you a true #1, the kind of guy who can consistently and reliably force the defense to alter their defensive scheme to account for his talent. I don't think Moss is a #1. When he's fully healthy he's very dangerous and teams have to put a safety overtop. But he's hurt so often that in many games he's not scary to a defense. Furthermore, after Moss, do we even have a #2? ARE, to me, is a #3. After him, we have nothing. NOTHING. And if you try to tell me we have Anthony Mix, I'm going to unleash the hounds on you so hard you'll wish your screen name was jsarno. We are in desperate need of WRs. Picking two, especially these two who fell further than they should, was brilliant drafting.
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