RI: Jeremy Bridges agrees to terms
 

The Redskins have agreed to terms on a deal with veteran offensive lineman Jeremy Bridges, Coach Jim Zorn said, and will sign him tonight, pending the results of a physical.

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So does this solve our RT woes or is he just another body in the mix?

Scouts, Inc. profile:
[quote= Scouts, Inc.]Expert's Take Bridges has been with three teams in his ive years in the league. He was picked up by the Panthers and started all 14 games he played in 2006, and in 2007 he started 10 of the 13 games he played after being suspended at the beginning of the season for conduct detrimental to the team. He has some talent and teams keep trying to get him on the field. He is fairly athletic and has quick feet in a small area, and can use his long arms to control and steer defensive linemen past the play. Bridges can drive his feet to sustain blocks but just does not finish most blocks off like he should. He is a little stiff in the hips and can struggle to adjust and recover when he starts to lose it and will fall off some blocks. He has adequate lateral range in pass pro but does not recover and right himself very quickly against counter moves. He does not play as big as he measures and will get out-muscled more than you'd expect. If he can learn to devote himself to the game and keep his intensity level up he can be a very functional right tackle.[/quote]

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Certainly won't hurt to have him around if he can pass a physical and keep his nose clean.

He is listed as a Guard. So I'm not so sure how this will affect our right tackle position OR if can make the change or has already played the tackle position in the past. But solid Guard depth wouldn't hurt a bit.

[url=http://www.nfl.com/players/jeremybridges/profile?id=BRI127961]Jeremy Bridges[/url]

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Yay! I'm happy that he has found a home with us. I hope some of the old timers keep him out of trouble.

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If he grows up and concentrates on football, this could be a good signing. Maybe our guys will help him with that.

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He passes the Neon Deon Rule.

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[quote=Zerohero;554342]He passes the Neon Deon Rule.[/quote]

That's one in the plus column. :)

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He and Williams have some experience starting in the NFL , it would be nice to have some guys who have started for depth . We need to stay healthy and have Heyer and Rinehart to make some strides this year . Maybe one of the 4 actually is so great they crack the starting lineup ?

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Could this be the answer at RT we re looking for??

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[quote=Nflnick11;554415]Could this be the answer at RT we re looking for??[/quote]

I don't think it will be, but it definitely could be. I thought I heard he was listed as a guard/tackle so if now he's only listed as a guard it makes you think he's not in competition with Jansen and Heyer. Still like the signing though, we got a veteran o-line that are all friends so I don't think he'll be a locker room problem.

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Don't understand what the plan is with the OL anymore, but we have no shortage of warm bodies, that's for sure.

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[quote=GTripp0012;554430]Don't understand what the plan is with the OL anymore, but we have no shortage of warm bodies, that's for sure.[/quote]



sounds like every position is settled (who starts) except the rt spot.

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[quote=GTripp0012;554430][B]Don't understand what the plan is with the OL anymore[/B], but we have no shortage of warm bodies, that's for sure.[/quote]

To sign as many players w/o contracts as cheap as we can and let Buges sort it out.

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[quote=GTripp0012;554430]Don't understand what the plan is with the OL anymore, but we have no shortage of warm bodies, that's for sure.[/quote]

Portis said that for the OL we are searching for one or two diamonds in the rough. Apparently the plan is to polish many stones, looking for one to be that diamond. Given that many of these "warm bodies" can play tackle, the RT problem MAY have been solved. It seems that we have many RG fill-ins, anyway, should Thomas get hurt/still be hurt.

September is also a long time away and more obvious FA prospects may arise before then. The optimist in me recognizes that the FO is at least trying to fix the right side of the line rather than just sitting on their hands.

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Every team has a weakness/weak link somewhere. Our most glaring weak link right now appears to be OL, RT being the biggest question mark. But look we do have 2 guys on our team that have started for us, plus a few others with starts in multiple years for other teams. I believe that on paper this is our most complete team in years and if none of these new additions work out, we should still have enough cap room to sign someone else should anyone be waived soon. So I have NO problem at all with the signings of, Williams, Bridges, Kelly, Hackett, etc. to add depth and compete for a roster spot. Keep bringing in guys until we find that diamond Clinton is looking for. But damn Clinton, just look in the mirror, you normally have a few huge ones in those ears!

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As long as he's focused on football this could be a good pickup, but right now this is no more than a depth signing. He has some RT experience, but right now I see him as the backup to Thomas at RG in case Thomas gets hurt.

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Make sure you guys remember I said this [B]week 1 Jeremy Bridges will be the starting RT, [/B] Heyer will be backing up at RT & LT, Jansen will be back up RT & C

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[quote=ChickenMonkey;554472]Make sure you guys remember I said this [B]week 1 Jeremy Bridges will be the starting RT, [/B] Heyer will be backing up at RT & LT, Jansen will be back up RT & C[/quote]

penciling this in my notebook as we speak

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[quote=53Fan;554433]To sign as many players w/o contracts as cheap as we can and let Buges sort it out.[/quote]

I think you said something then sir

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[quote=GTripp0012;554430]Don't understand what the plan is with the OL anymore, but we have no shortage of warm bodies, that's for sure.[/quote]

Maybe you're looking for something that isn't there. Without Dock falling into their laps do you really think the FO would have signed any real OL talent this off-season?

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[quote=Nflnick11;554415]Could this be the answer at RT we re looking for??[/quote]

I doubt it.. Williams will probably be if He can get into shape.. The guy is hella-strong, with good lateral movement. We need bridges just in case Thomas goes down or to just plug a hole though.

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[quote=GTripp0012;554430]Don't understand what the plan is with the OL anymore, but we have no shortage of warm bodies, that's for sure.[/quote]

Joe Jacoby was an undrafted free agent signing..

the best scenario..Heyer starting..and not looking over his shoulder..
the O-line will mesh...

the Skins were so right in building the Defense they way they have..a pedestrian offense can win with them...but a pedestrian offense will put both Zorn and Campbell on very shaky ground

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[quote=gw0103;554547]I doubt it.. Williams will probably be if He can get into shape.. The guy is hella-strong, with good lateral movement. We need bridges just in case Thomas goes down or to just plug a hole though.[/quote]

I agree, I think Williams is the best option at rt. Bridges was good here in Carolina, and they really liked him for his versatility. I think he will be a good back up at guard. Heyer to me has had 2yrs for fo to see what he can do and I don't think he has performed well. He won't be the starting rt this year.

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He signed today.

[url=http://voices.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/skins-sign-bridges-1.html]Redskins Insider - Skins Sign Bridges[/url]

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I like this. He has anger issues, which I like in a football player, could potentially land a job and he has an NFL resume.

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[quote=Pocket$ $traight;555171]I like this. He has anger issues, which I like in a football player, could potentially land a job and he has an NFL resume.[/quote]
He needs to keep his shit together; there's a lot more trouble that you can get into in DC than Charlotte.

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Just have to keep him away from alcohol. He's one of those guys who is sweet when sober but hell on wheels when tanked.

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[quote=tryfuhl;555173]He needs to keep his shit together; there's a lot more trouble that you can get into in DC than Charlotte.[/quote]

Yeah, but fewer strip clubs. lol. regulate his alcohol and let him learn from Buges and release his frustrations on opponants.

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If he can stay out of trouble and focus on football I would put my early money on him being the starting RT come opening day.

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[quote=Mattyk72;555225][B]If he can stay out of trouble[/B] and focus on football I would put my early money on him being the starting RT come opening day.[/quote]

Thats the key, especially since DC is a bigger city than Charlotte, which provides more distractions.

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[quote=vallin21;555242]Thats the key, especially since DC is a bigger city than Charlotte, which provides more distractions.[/quote]

I have lived in both. I don't necessarily think that DC is going to have more distractions. More people are assholes up here and have a inflated level of self-worth so it might be easier to get into an argument but then again most of them don't have a spine so they back down pretty quickly.

If you hang around the wrong people or find the wrong part of town in any city you will get into trouble.

P.S. As far as the strip clubs, I think they are better in Charlotte. You can have lap dances (If there is a club in DC with lap dances let me know!). And definitely no pasties like the Commonwealth...

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I hope the team is settled on a legitimate starting RT (or two) [B]before[/B] the season starts....

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I guess we're doing the best we can. Little surprised Levi Jones didn't come available nor did any other legit starting RT talent (post draft). It seems like teams are willing to invest larger and larger amounts of their cap space at the tackle position, retaining vets w/ big contracts while still going out and drafting/signing the best available in the rookie pool. Smart football really...

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We might be getting this guy at the right time.

I hate to look to our arch rival for examples, but many were shocked when the Tuna started Marc colombo a few years ago. He was a fairly highly regarded player (2nd round I believe) w/the Bears but had injury problems I think. Whatever the case, he'd fallen into obscurity then came to dallas & won a job which he's had ever since. He's done really well there too.

I hope Bridge or M. Williams has a similar story here. We don't need a pro bowl level RT, at this point it would just be great to see someone play the position close to the way Jansen did before his injuries.

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^^ Seriously. I am not looking for an All Pro, just someone who is a legitimate NFL starter who can handle the regular joe DE's 1 on 1 on every play. Anything beyond that is gravy. Last year, neither Heyer or Jansen was capable of doing that.

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[quote=JoeRedskin;555306]^^ Seriously. I am not looking for an All Pro, just someone who is a legitimate NFL starter who can handle the regular joe DE's 1 on 1 on every play. Anything beyond that is gravy. Last year, neither Heyer or Jansen was capable of doing that.[/quote]

This is Bridges. He was a 2yr starter for the Panthers(one at rt, the other at guard). He will be a good pick up for us. With this and if we can get Williams to be half of what he use to be, we will be much improved on the o-line. Bridges will provide more versatility, if Williams is moving like Doc Walker is saying, this could be an area of strength instead of a weakness.

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Red, you are right.. However the chance of Bridges AND Williams playing pretty good are kinda slim.. I believe Bridges do have a chance to be pretty good player for us, but I'm not sure if I can say same thing for Williams..

I have soft spot for Heyer, I believe he can be a decent RT this year.. He definitely has potentials to be good RT but he seems to have difficult time to absorb everything Buges is teaching..

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[quote=JoeRedskin;555306]^^ Seriously. I am not looking for an All Pro, just someone who is a legitimate NFL starter who can handle the regular joe DE's 1 on 1 on every play. Anything beyond that is gravy. Last year, neither Heyer or Jansen was capable of doing that.[/quote]

my point exactly. bring the position up to basic league standards!

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[quote=GridIron26;555320]Red, you are right.. However the chance of Bridges AND Williams playing pretty good are kinda slim.. I believe Bridges do have a chance to be pretty good player for us, but I'm not sure if I can say same thing for Williams..

I have soft spot for Heyer, I believe he can be a decent RT this year.. He definitely has potentials to be good RT but he seems to have difficult time to absorb everything Buges is teaching..[/quote]

Don't mean to make fun of you Grid, but this post sounds like Emmitt Smith!
:)

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I would like to see our line stay healthy for a season. I know this is highly age related, but people do realize the Giants O-line has been one unit for 3 years. That would be great. The O-line, and the D-line, is not just individual players but also a cohesive unit. a side note, just got a text that Levi Jones was just released!!

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[quote=Pocket$ $traight;555281]I have lived in both. I don't necessarily think that DC is going to have more distractions. More people are [B]assholes[/B] up here and have a inflated level of self-worth so it might be easier to get into an argument but then again most of them don't have a spine so they back down pretty quickly.[/B]

If you hang around the wrong people or find the wrong part of town in any city you will get into trouble.

P.S. [B]As far as the strip clubs, I think they are better in Charlotte. You can have lap dances (If there is a club in DC with lap dances let me know!). And definitely no pasties like the Commonwealth...[/quote][/B] Funny, but very true which is why I hope he's grown up because there are more people in DC to piss you off (sometimes):). Bro, I haven't been to the club in like 4 yrs which is ironically where I met my fiance'e.:confused: