The re-sign Orakpo thread

The Goat · 12-17-2013, 02:24 AM

I say we pay him a little more than the next best offer, if that kind of thing can be negotiated. He's been through hell here with two terrible HCs and one terrible DC. He's been consistent with about 10 sacks a season and is playing lights out right now, which you can read two ways. On the one hand you could say Rak is playing for a contract right now and why didn't he give this effort all along? On the other hand you can say we're seeing his best right now, and if we make the right coaching hires after this season, Rak will keep playing to his potential.

And how many great players have we let get away to regret it?

What sayeth the mob?

FRPLG · 12-17-2013, 02:41 AM

I am a Rak believer. We have enough holes, no need to create another. Of course if he gets some ridiculous offer well above his real value I think it would be best to pass...but I mean WELL above value.

Hog1 · 12-17-2013, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by FRPLG

I am a Rak believer. We have enough holes, no need to create another. Of course if he gets some ridiculous offer well above his real value I think it would be best to pass...but I mean WELL above value.

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donofriose · 12-17-2013, 09:37 AM

If Kerrigan or rob Jackson stepped up this year, I wouldn't mind letting him walk.

They didnt so orakpo resigning is almost necessary. He will get paid like a top 5 pass rusher, he doesn't play like it but that will probably end being his price tag.

Chico23231 · 12-17-2013, 09:50 AM

First question, are we gonna stay 3-4 or 4-3? I think his value is 3-4 OLB now. I hesitate a little if we go 4-3.

EARTHQUAKE2689 · 12-17-2013, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Chico23231

First question, are we gonna stay 3-4 or 4-3? I think his value is 3-4 OLB now. I hesitate a little if we go 4-3.

I don't think we will go back to a 4-3, and to be honest I don't want us to.

Chico23231 · 12-17-2013, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by EARTHQUAKE2689

I don't think we will go back to a 4-3, and to be honest I don't want us to.

nor do i, I like the 3-4 and with 3 of our best players (Orakpo, Kerrigan, Coefield) on that defense seem to be better fits with in the 3-4 scheme, you dont change it. You need better coaching at LB and a natural 3-4 DC.

Green Monk Machine · 12-17-2013, 10:17 AM

4-3 please.
Resign Rak before he can test market. If he walks and Haslet stays....

DynamiteRave · 12-17-2013, 10:19 AM

I don't think we'll do better than Rak. Might as well hold onto him. He's an above average, albeit not elite LB. Above average is good enough for me.

MTK · 12-17-2013, 10:24 AM

Rak is a high priority IMO. On a D that lacks playmakers we can't let one get away. Too many holes to fill as it is. As long as the contract makes sense which I'm sure it will with Allen, get it done asap.

skinsfaninok · 12-17-2013, 10:28 AM

With our 33 pick or 34 whatever it'll be , I'd seriously look into LB , I know we need a RT but still

Southpaw · 12-17-2013, 10:33 AM

He needs to be signed long term. Orakpo is arguably the best player on the defense, and obviously the most naturally gifted with remaining upside potential. Since he added the inside move to his pass rush arsenal several weeks ago, he's been a menace.

I'd prefer they didn't break the bank, but give him whatever his market value is. God forbid we keep some home grown talent around here.

firstdown · 12-17-2013, 10:53 AM

I don't think Orakpo is going to sign a deal with us prior to testing the market. One of the announcers said this past Sunday they talked to Orakpo and he was excited about hitting free agency in his prime. That might also explain his performance the past couple of weeks. Up until week 10 he only had 3 sacks. Not sure how to read into that. I'd like to see us sign him but I just have a feeling he will not be on the team next year.

MTK · 12-17-2013, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by firstdown

I don't think Orakpo is going to sign a deal with us prior to testing the market. One of the announcers said this past Sunday they talked to Orakpo and he was excited about hitting free agency in his prime. That might also explain his performance the past couple of weeks. Up until week 10 he only had 3 sacks. Not sure how to read into that. I'd like to see us sign him but I just have a feeling he will not be on the team next year.

He said it's taken him a while to get confidence back due to the injury. Completely understandable and it's not like the guy ever loafs it. He also wants to stay here.

Brian Orakpo getting his groove back during late-season stretch

Brian Orakpo says his preference remains to re-sign with Redskins

SFREDSKIN · 12-17-2013, 11:24 AM

Resign him, I'm tired of seeing 1st round picks like Rogers and Landry leave and getting nothing in return.

12-17-2013, 02:24 AM	#1
The Goat Pro Bowl Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 5,662	The re-sign Orakpo thread I say we pay him a little more than the next best offer, if that kind of thing can be negotiated. He's been through hell here with two terrible HCs and one terrible DC. He's been consistent with about 10 sacks a season and is playing lights out right now, which you can read two ways. On the one hand you could say Rak is playing for a contract right now and why didn't he give this effort all along? On the other hand you can say we're seeing his best right now, and if we make the right coaching hires after this season, Rak will keep playing to his potential. And how many great players have we let get away to regret it? What sayeth the mob? __________________ 24-34

12-17-2013, 02:41 AM	#2
FRPLG MVP Join Date: May 2004 Age: 46 Posts: 10,164	Re: The re-sign Orakpo thread I am a Rak believer. We have enough holes, no need to create another. Of course if he gets some ridiculous offer well above his real value I think it would be best to pass...but I mean WELL above value.

12-17-2013, 09:37 AM	#4
donofriose The Starter Join Date: Feb 2012 Posts: 2,097	Re: The re-sign Orakpo thread If Kerrigan or rob Jackson stepped up this year, I wouldn't mind letting him walk. They didnt so orakpo resigning is almost necessary. He will get paid like a top 5 pass rusher, he doesn't play like it but that will probably end being his price tag.

12-17-2013, 09:50 AM	#5
Chico23231 Warpath Hall of Fame Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 34,415	Re: The re-sign Orakpo thread First question, are we gonna stay 3-4 or 4-3? I think his value is 3-4 OLB now. I hesitate a little if we go 4-3. __________________ My pronouns: King/Your ruler He Gets Us

12-17-2013, 10:17 AM	#8
Green Monk Machine Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Parkville Posts: 464	Re: The re-sign Orakpo thread 4-3 please. Resign Rak before he can test market. If he walks and Haslet stays....

12-17-2013, 10:19 AM	#9
DynamiteRave Living Legend Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Washington DC Age: 38 Posts: 16,867	Re: The re-sign Orakpo thread I don't think we'll do better than Rak. Might as well hold onto him. He's an above average, albeit not elite LB. Above average is good enough for me. __________________ Establishment, establishment, you always know what's best. I've been a part of this message board for 17 years. Damn I'm old.

12-17-2013, 10:24 AM	#10
MTK \m/ Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: NY Age: 52 Posts: 99,462	Re: The re-sign Orakpo thread Rak is a high priority IMO. On a D that lacks playmakers we can't let one get away. Too many holes to fill as it is. As long as the contract makes sense which I'm sure it will with Allen, get it done asap. __________________ Support The Warpath! \| Warpath Shop

12-17-2013, 10:28 AM	#11
skinsfaninok Warpath Hall of Fame Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: UNITED STATES Age: 37 Posts: 36,113	With our 33 pick or 34 whatever it'll be , I'd seriously look into LB , I know we need a RT but still __________________ “Mediocre people don’t like high achievers, and high achievers don’t like mediocre people.” ― Nick Saban

12-17-2013, 10:33 AM	#12
Southpaw The Starter Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: So. MD Age: 46 Posts: 1,319	Re: The re-sign Orakpo thread He needs to be signed long term. Orakpo is arguably the best player on the defense, and obviously the most naturally gifted with remaining upside potential. Since he added the inside move to his pass rush arsenal several weeks ago, he's been a menace. I'd prefer they didn't break the bank, but give him whatever his market value is. God forbid we keep some home grown talent around here.

12-17-2013, 10:53 AM	#13
firstdown Living Legend Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: chesapeake, va Age: 60 Posts: 15,817	Re: The re-sign Orakpo thread I don't think Orakpo is going to sign a deal with us prior to testing the market. One of the announcers said this past Sunday they talked to Orakpo and he was excited about hitting free agency in his prime. That might also explain his performance the past couple of weeks. Up until week 10 he only had 3 sacks. Not sure how to read into that. I'd like to see us sign him but I just have a feeling he will not be on the team next year.

12-17-2013, 11:24 AM	#15
SFREDSKIN Living Legend Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Pacifica, CA Posts: 15,164	Re: The re-sign Orakpo thread Resign him, I'm tired of seeing 1st round picks like Rogers and Landry leave and getting nothing in return. __________________ Joe Gibbs- The best coach of all time, Lombardi trophy should be renamed Gibbs. Art Monk- Art was like an OL playing WR, doing the dirty work and not getting the glory. Darrell Green- Best DB ever. Purveyor of fine Filth

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