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Safety Tyvon Branch visiting the Redskins tomorrow

[url=http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/03/04/tyvon-branch-will-head-to-d-c-tomorrow-after-colts-visit/]Tyvon Branch will head to D.C. tomorrow after Colts visit | ProFootballTalk[/url]

Branch has played 5 games total in the last 2 years

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[quote=KI Skins Fan;1108298]What ever happened to all of the leaks at Redskins Park? Now that Scot M. has taken over personnel, the media folks don't seem to have a clue what the Skins might be doing in Free Agency or the draft.[/quote]

Wait until the season starts.

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[quote=Irrefutable;1108303]Safety Tyvon Branch visiting the Redskins tomorrow

[url=http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/03/04/tyvon-branch-will-head-to-d-c-tomorrow-after-colts-visit/]Tyvon Branch will head to D.C. tomorrow after Colts visit | ProFootballTalk[/url]

Branch has played 5 games total in the last 2 years[/quote]

I would say above average to good safety before he got bit by the injury bug the last couple years. Id like to see him in the mix for SS.

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[quote=Irrefutable;1108303]Safety Tyvon Branch visiting the Redskins tomorrow

[url=http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/03/04/tyvon-branch-will-head-to-d-c-tomorrow-after-colts-visit/]Tyvon Branch will head to D.C. tomorrow after Colts visit | ProFootballTalk[/url]

[B]Branch has played 5 games total in the last 2 years[/B][/quote]

Eek!

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[quote=Irrefutable;1108303]Safety Tyvon Branch visiting the Redskins tomorrow

[URL="http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/03/04/tyvon-branch-will-head-to-d-c-tomorrow-after-colts-visit/"]Tyvon Branch will head to D.C. tomorrow after Colts visit | ProFootballTalk[/URL]

Branch has played 5 games total in the last 2 years[/quote]

I look at this as McCloughan allowing the scouts he inherited a chance to sink or swim. SM is not only evaluating the talent visiting the team, but he's also evaluating his staff. I expect big changes made after this upcoming season.

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bleh....how many years are we going to scrape the bottom of the barrel for safeties.

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[quote=Alvin Walton;1108315]bleh....how many years are we going to scrape the bottom of the barrel for safeties.[/quote]

Hopefully they're looking to draft a safety as well and Branch would just be a backup.

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Branch is obviously a potential depth move and nothing more. Nothing to get crazy about.

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The Duke was resigned by the skins, Ihenacho that is.

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[quote=SFREDSKIN;1108321]The Duke was resigned by the skins, Ihenacho that is.[/quote]

Although dead, John Wayne would provide an upgrade to our safety play.

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The main event will be the signing of the FA who will become our starting FS. That won't be cheap.

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[quote=Lotus;1108322]Although dead, John Wayne would provide an upgrade to our safety play.[/quote]

And could probably play better then most of them.

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So ... any thoughts as to whether (1) Curtis Lofton would be an upgrade over Perry Reilly? and (2) If so, would he be affordable.

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Saints are 23M over the cap without a lot of room to restructure. Going to have to cut some decent players. (Lofton, Grubbs, Evans, Colston, Bunkley) I think Lofton is the only one I would be interested in ... if he is affordable and still has gas in the tank.

If they cut Grubbs or Evans, certainly would be worth a look.

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[quote=JoeRedskin;1108329]Saints are 23M over the cap without a lot of room to restructure. Going to have to cut some decent players. (Lofton, Grubbs, Evans, Colston, Bunkley) I think Lofton is the only one I would be interested in ... if he is affordable and still has gas in the tank.

If they cut Grubbs or Evans, certainly would be worth a look.[/quote]

They have more urgent needs than ILB, I would go with Will Compton if you want to replace Perry Riley- I would take Grubbs on a short term contract, he is very durable, and probably has 2 or 3 good years left.

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[quote=JoeRedskin;1108328]So ... any thoughts as to whether (1) Curtis Lofton would be an upgrade over Perry Reilly? and (2) If so, would he be affordable.[/quote]

Everyone is better than Perry Riley, I was looking at Malcolm Smith and wondering if he could make the switch inside.

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[quote=Irrefutable;1108330]They have more urgent needs than ILB, I would go with Will Compton if you want to replace Perry Riley- I would take Grubbs on a short term contract, he is very durable, and probably has 2 or 3 good years left.[/quote]

Agree. Lofton was aweful last year, no way is he an upgrade. I dont think we want anyone from that Saints defense. thats the last place we should be looking.

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[url=http://espn.go.com/blog/washington-redskins/post/_/id/15699/redskins-to-host-tyvon-branch-friday]Washington Redskins to host Tyvon Branch on Friday - ESPN[/url]

Keim talking about Branch

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[quote=Chico23231;1108367][url=http://espn.go.com/blog/washington-redskins/post/_/id/15699/redskins-to-host-tyvon-branch-friday]Washington Redskins to host Tyvon Branch on Friday - ESPN[/url]

Keim talking about Branch[/quote]

His speed in Madden will help out my zone coverage in ways not seen since we let Laron Landry walk.

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[quote=Chico23231;1108155]Where does Suh land? I got feeling Oakland is gonna give him a lot of cash, too much to pass up. Detroit, Chicago I think will be in play....the dark horse is San diego and I think one of the New York teams will take a serious look.[/quote]



He has said he would like to play for the Giants ,if Eli reworks his contract you could see him and JPP on the same line .

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[quote=Giantone;1108371]He has said he would like to play for the Giants ,if Eli reworks his contract you could see him and JPP on the same line .[/quote]

I've been seeing him linked to the Dolphins.

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[url=http://realredskins.com/2015/03/05/need-to-know-playing-the-odds-predicting-the-redskins-2015-o-line/]Need to Know: Playing the odds predicting the Redskins’ 2015 O-line | Rich Tandler's Real Redskins[/url]

Agree with pretty much everything Tandler says here.

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Pete Prisco produced an All-FA team based on youth and upside. Here are some players he mentioned that I think might fit the Redskins' needs:

[I]LT -- Bryan Bulaga, Packers: At 25, he is coming off his best season and is the top tackle on the market. He can play both the right and left side, but has settled in nicely on the right side. I still think a team in need of an upgrade on the left side should consider him for that spot.

G -- Orlando Franklin, Broncos: He is 27, but he has a lot of good football left. He played well in the run game at left guard last season, but can also play right tackle.

RT -- Jermey Parnell, Cowboys: He's older at 28, but he hasn't played a lot of football. There isn't a lot of wear-and-tear on his body. So he works for this team.

Edge rusher -- Jerry Hughes, Buffalo Bills: This former Colts first-round pick developed into a solid edge rusher with the Bills, getting 20 sacks the past two seasons. He's only 26.

CB -- Chris Culliver, San Francisco 49ers: This 26-year-old stepped in for Tramaine Brock last season and played well. He has been a starter and also played well as a nickel back.

CB -- Kareem Jackson, Houston Texans: After a slow start to his career, this former first-round pick played well in 2014. He is 26 and coming off his best season. He will get action early in the market.

S -- Rahim Moore, Denver Broncos: After suffering a leg injury late in the 2013 season, then having major complications because of it, he bounced back with his best season in 2014. He started all 16 games and had four interceptions. He recently turned 25.

S -- Da'Norris Searcy, Buffalo Bills: He has played both free and strong safety, but he looks to be more comfortable as a strong safety. He started there last season for the Bills and had 65 tackles and three picks. He's 26.[/I]

IMO, Stefan Wisniewski belongs on this list, as well. He's only 25.

If I ruled Redskins Park, I'd try to re-sign Orakpo on a team-friendly deal, I'd re-sign Helu, then I'd try to sign Bulaga, Wisniewski, and Moore in FA. In the draft, I'd find a NT, a CB, and an ILB.

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I'm on the fence about Orakpo .. If its a cost effective deal I mean I personally wouldn't care if they gave him another shot.. While we have Murphy I'm not sold on him YET, for this season... If the price is right, keep Brian.

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[quote=KI Skins Fan;1108424]Pete Prisco produced an All-FA team based on youth and upside. Here are some players he mentioned that I think might fit the Redskins' needs:

[I]LT -- Bryan Bulaga, Packers: At 25, he is coming off his best season and is the top tackle on the market. He can play both the right and left side, but has settled in nicely on the right side. I still think a team in need of an upgrade on the left side should consider him for that spot.

G -- Orlando Franklin, Broncos: He is 27, but he has a lot of good football left. He played well in the run game at left guard last season, but can also play right tackle.

RT -- Jermey Parnell, Cowboys: He's older at 28, but he hasn't played a lot of football. There isn't a lot of wear-and-tear on his body. So he works for this team.

Edge rusher -- Jerry Hughes, Buffalo Bills: This former Colts first-round pick developed into a solid edge rusher with the Bills, getting 20 sacks the past two seasons. He's only 26.

CB -- Chris Culliver, San Francisco 49ers: This 26-year-old stepped in for Tramaine Brock last season and played well. He has been a starter and also played well as a nickel back.

CB -- Kareem Jackson, Houston Texans: After a slow start to his career, this former first-round pick played well in 2014. He is 26 and coming off his best season. He will get action early in the market.

S -- Rahim Moore, Denver Broncos: After suffering a leg injury late in the 2013 season, then having major complications because of it, he bounced back with his best season in 2014. He started all 16 games and had four interceptions. He recently turned 25.

S -- Da'Norris Searcy, Buffalo Bills: He has played both free and strong safety, but he looks to be more comfortable as a strong safety. He started there last season for the Bills and had 65 tackles and three picks. He's 26.[/I]

IMO, Stefan Wisniewski belongs on this list, as well. He's only 25.

If I ruled Redskins Park, I'd try to re-sign Orakpo on a team-friendly deal, I'd re-sign Helu, then I'd try to sign Bulaga, Wisniewski, and Moore in FA. In the draft, I'd find a NT, a CB, and an ILB.[/quote]

I'm curious about Parnell. He might be a capable RT (he's still developing) and he has the Callahan connection.

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[quote=Lotus;1108426]I'm curious about Parnell. He might be a capable RT (he's still developing) and he has the Callahan connection.[/quote]

From the little I've seen of him, Parnell looks like he might be able to help us. If so, Callahan will know it. If Callahan and Scot want him, that's fine with me. I don't pretend to know much, I just have my own favorite players.

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[quote=Meks;1108425]I'm on the fence about Orakpo .. If its a cost effective deal I mean I personally wouldn't care if they gave him another shot.. While we have Murphy I'm not sold on him YET, for this season... If the price is right, keep Brian.[/quote]

With Rak's injury history, I'm thinking it would have to be a cost effective, perhaps incentive-laden, deal for the Skins to be interested.

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Chatter down here in S. Florida is that it's pretty much a lock that Suh signs with the Dolphins.

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[quote=Paintrain;1108433]Chatter down here in S. Florida is that it's pretty much a lock that Suh signs with the Dolphins.[/quote]

Can't beat that Florida weather or TAXES.

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Welcome back Niles Paul 3 year $10 mill

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[quote=SFREDSKIN;1108438]Welcome back Niles Paul 3 year $10 mill[/quote]

Dont have a problem with it...hopefully we cut pauleson then and add another TE

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Good deal. Now get a tight end who can pass block, please.

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Paul proved to be a valuable receiving TE backing up Reed. Thumbs up to him coming back.

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Brian TornPecto says he wouldnt mind playing for Dallas.

[url=http://www.theredzone.org/BlogDescription/tabid/61/EntryId/48331/Orakpo-open-to-returning-to-Redskins--or-playing-elsewhere/Default.aspx]Orakpo open to returning to Redskins, or playing elsewhere[/url]

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[quote=Paintrain;1108433]Chatter down here in S. Florida is that it's pretty much a lock that Suh signs with the Dolphins.[/quote]

Makes a lot of sense IMO. Dolphins already have a good defense. Having Wake and Suh in the same line is going to be ridiculous. If their offense can do enough, they can have a good team next season.

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[quote=SFREDSKIN;1108438]Welcome back Niles Paul 3 year $10 mill[/quote]

He's a TEAM guy I approve.

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[quote=Alvin Walton;1108442]Brian TornPecto says he wouldnt mind playing for Dallas.

[url=http://www.theredzone.org/BlogDescription/tabid/61/EntryId/48331/Orakpo-open-to-returning-to-Redskins--or-playing-elsewhere/Default.aspx]Orakpo open to returning to Redskins, or playing elsewhere[/url][/quote]

Not really a surprise. He grew up in Texas and played college football there also. Unless he goes on a really cheap deal, I doubt the cowboys could afford him. I still expect Orakpo to draw a lot of interest since pass rusher is considered a top priority. If he is looking for money, I dont see Dallas being able to get into the bidding war.

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3 years $10M for Paul? Feels steep to me. I'm concerned our TEs don't have enough strength in the run blocking department.

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I guess 3 yr. $10MM is OK for Paul; however, I don't see why we need to rush to sign a backup and ST player.

I read that Wisniewski is only looking for $3MM per year and he could start for us at either C or G. Keep that in mind as we re-sign "our own".

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[quote=Schneed10;1108447]3 years $10M for Paul? Feels steep to me. I'm concerned our TEs don't have enough strength in the run blocking department.[/quote]

From a alert I got from ESPN, the deal could reach 10 mil, it is not a 10 mil dollar contract without Paul hitting some career milestones. Sounds like it is a good deal and if the player reaches thouse incentives then we have gotten alot out of him and he is worth it.