I think this might be our answer for OLB... (Greg Ellis?)

DBUCHANON101 · 05-26-2009, 04:55 PM

I have stated before i think for our 4-3 he would be a better fit at DE than at SLB covering TE's like Witten and Ingram.

Ruhskins · 05-26-2009, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by DBUCHANON101

Dallas Cowboys release defensive end/linebacker Greg Ellis.

Nothing confirmed yet.

Cowboys plan to release or trade DE Ellis after 11 seasons together

Don't mean to be a prick, but whenever possible use links to confirm news (and use the quote button). Just passing along stuff that I was told to do here when I started posting.

DBUCHANON101 · 05-26-2009, 05:19 PM

Im at work now so i havent really had time to play around with the quote or expression features on the site. Ill try to get the hang of it later since ppl seem to really push it in here.

05-26-2009, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by DBUCHANON101

I have stated before i think for our 4-3 he would be a better fit at DE than at SLB covering TE's like Witten and Ingram.

In any 4-3 Ellis would be a better fit as a DE since thats where he played when Dallas ran a 4-3.

I still think he could fit as a LB though. Hell if Orakpo is going to play LB and hes a DE why not Ellis? Id rather have Orakpo at DE and Ellis at LB.

If he comes to Washington he wouldnt have to play SLB imo. He could play WLB and move Rocky to SLB.

SmootSmack · 05-26-2009, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by DBUCHANON101

Im at work now so i havent really had time to play around with the quote or expression features on the site. Ill try to get the hang of it later since ppl seem to really push it in here.

It's an extremely simple tool, the quote feature, and it makes the site so much better when used correctly.

Really, no one is trying to give you a hard time.

DBUCHANON101 · 05-26-2009, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian Orakpo

In any 4-3 Ellis would be a better fit as a DE since thats where he played when Dallas ran a 4-3.

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I still think he could fit as a LB though. Hell if Orakpo is going to play LB and hes a DE why not Ellis? Id rather have Orakpo at DE and Ellis at LB.

If he comes to Washington he wouldnt have to play SLB imo. He could play WLB and move Rocky to SLB.

I think Orakpo is more athletic so he can pull it off, Ellis on the other hand is older and i just cant see him keeping up with guys in coverage.

05-26-2009, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by DBUCHANON101

I think Orakpo is more athletic so he can pull it off, Ellis on the other hand is older and i just cant see him keeping up with guys in coverage.

I also think Orakpo can pull it off. I guess I just really want him as a 3 down DE. Id have Ellis as the WLB so he could blitz more and move Rocky to SLB so he can cover the TE.

dmek25 · 05-26-2009, 07:15 PM

if you don't think you can do it, who else would?

GMScud · 05-28-2009, 12:35 PM

Sounds like Marcus is having a productive offseason.

Redskins Insider - Marcus Washington Still Looking for a Team

05-28-2009, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by GMScud

Sounds like Marcus is having a productive offseason.

Redskins Insider - Marcus Washington Still Looking for a Team

From the Redskin Insider link....

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The Redskins have since signed a few linebackers, moved end Chris Wilson to linebacker and drafted hybrid linebacker Brian Orakpo, so the chances of any need or want on their end at this point are essentially nonexistent.

I find it hard to believe if Marcus Washington's agent called the Skins and said he would sign a vet min deal that we wouldnt at least give him a shot in camp. I like Chris Wilson at OLB but its still a question mark at this point and Orakpo was drafted to be a DE not to be played out of position.

Id give Marcus one last shot to stay healthy and make some plays. If only so we can move Orakpo back to DE.

53Fan · 05-28-2009, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by GMScud

Sounds like Marcus is having a productive offseason.

Redskins Insider - Marcus Washington Still Looking for a Team

He'll be back with somebody, and probably be in better shape than he's been in awhile. I wish him the best and hope he doesn't sign with a NFC East rival. I'm still holding out hope but I don't think he even wants to sign with us. Thanks for the post GMScud, that's the first news I've heard in awhile.

SBXVII · 05-28-2009, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian Orakpo

I also think Orakpo can pull it off. I guess I just really want him as a 3 down DE. Id have Ellis as the WLB so he could blitz more and move Rocky to SLB so he can cover the TE.

#1. Ellis is more of a DE as you said.

#2. His old butt would probably have trouble keeping up with the TE's as a SLB.

#3. Simply to make that side difficult for offenses to deal with I would put Ellis at DE and Orakpo at SLB. Orakpo is a lot younger and probably faster to chase down the TE's if need be and yet still be apart of a Blitz on that side if needed.

#4. I would not trade for him. Wait it out. I'm betting other teams are waiting for him to be let go. Then give him decent money for a 1 or 2 yr deal. Hopefully by then we would have his replacement.

DBUCHANON101 · 05-28-2009, 01:58 PM

I could see Orakpo playin like a D. Thomas -RIP- role. He was a very good OLB and a GREAT passrusher. RAK has that kind of talent although im not sayin he is the next D Thomas. just an example.

05-28-2009, 03:24 PM

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#1. Ellis is more of a DE as you said.

#2. His old butt would probably have trouble keeping up with the TE's as a SLB.

#3. Simply to make that side difficult for offenses to deal with I would put Ellis at DE and Orakpo at SLB. Orakpo is a lot younger and probably faster to chase down the TE's if need be and yet still be apart of a Blitz on that side if needed.

#4. I would not trade for him. Wait it out. I'm betting other teams are waiting for him to be let go. Then give him decent money for a 1 or 2 yr deal. Hopefully by then we would have his replacement.

Yep he is more of a defensive end in a 4-3. Id give him a shot at OLB though if the price is right.

If I placed him at LB id move him to WLB not SLB. Where he could make more plays at the QB.

Thats a good idea. I just really want Orakpo playing DE.

I wouldnt trade for him either. I honestly dont think any team would. Id give him a 1 or 2 year deal also.

Monksdown · 05-28-2009, 04:00 PM

Don't try to teach an old dog new tricks. He's getting up there in age. Sign him, don't trade for him. He plays LE on 1st and 2nd downs. And 3rd downs for running plays. Slide Orakpo onto the line as needed.

They wouldn't convert him from a defensive end at his age, and with his skill set. Let's be realistic.

And to be honest, i don't even see that we need him.

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DBUCHANON101 The Starter Join Date: May 2009 Location: Louisiana Posts: 1,373	Re: I think this might be our answer for OLB... Im at work now so i havent really had time to play around with the quote or expression features on the site. Ill try to get the hang of it later since ppl seem to really push it in here.

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DBUCHANON101 The Starter Join Date: May 2009 Location: Louisiana Posts: 1,373	Re: I think this might be our answer for OLB... I could see Orakpo playin like a D. Thomas -RIP- role. He was a very good OLB and a GREAT passrusher. RAK has that kind of talent although im not sayin he is the next D Thomas. just an example.

05-28-2009, 04:00 PM	#90
Monksdown The Starter Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Warrenton, Virginia Age: 45 Posts: 1,515	Re: I think this might be our answer for OLB... Don't try to teach an old dog new tricks. He's getting up there in age. Sign him, don't trade for him. He plays LE on 1st and 2nd downs. And 3rd downs for running plays. Slide Orakpo onto the line as needed. They wouldn't convert him from a defensive end at his age, and with his skill set. Let's be realistic. And to be honest, i don't even see that we need him.

I think this might be our answer for OLB... (Greg Ellis?)

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