Smoot Lays the Smack Down (Preseason Week 4)

[MTK]

Originally Posted by FRPLG

How so...nothing from the first team OLine has made me nervous this pre-season. Other than health concerns I think they are OK.

The OL has been pretty solid, I don't get all the hand wringing about them either. I feel better about the reserves this year than last too.

[FRPLG]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

The OL has been pretty solid, I don't get all the hand wringing about them either. I feel better about the reserves this year than last too.

Me too.


What did everyone think of Henson last night?

[skinsfan69]

Originally Posted by FRPLG

Me too.


What did everyone think of Henson last night?

He sure knows how to tackle.

[Southpaw]

I'm surprised no one has mentioned Mike Williams. He looked lost AND slow. Although most of the second string lineman looked like crap.

[FRPLG]

Originally Posted by Southpaw

I'm surprised no one has mentioned Mike Williams. He looked lost AND slow. Although most of the second string lineman looked like crap.

Actually I though against their second team he looked ok. The fact that he looked slow against their speed rushers didn't shock me considering it's the first time he's played in what 3-4 years?

[Southpaw]

Originally Posted by FRPLG

Actually I though against their second team he looked ok. The fact that he looked slow against their speed rushers didn't shock me considering it's the first time he's played in what 3-4 years?

The problem with that is, if he ends up having to play at all this season, it's going to be against starting defensive ends. How do you think he'd look against DeMarcus Ware or Osi? I think there's a good chance Washington brings in another OT after this weekends roster cuts.

I never thought I'd say this, but I miss Jon Janson.

[Lotus]

Originally Posted by Southpaw

The problem with that is, if he ends up having to play at all this season, it's going to be against starting defensive ends. How do you think he'd look against DeMarcus Ware or Osi? I think there's a good chance Washington brings in another OT after this weekends roster cuts.

I never thought I'd say this, but I miss Jon Janson.

Tony Pashos may be set free tomorrow. While he struggled a bit last year, he was a starter a couple of years ago when the Jags had that sick running game. He could perhaps provide quality depth.

As well, the hour is late for folks like Levi Jones. Jones may now drop demands to start or to get a big paycheck just so that he has a job somewhere this year.

There should be some bodies available Saturday evening. Let's see if Vinny pounces.

[stu_nna]

Originally Posted by Southpaw

The problem with that is, if he ends up having to play at all this season, it's going to be against starting defensive ends. How do you think he'd look against DeMarcus Ware or Osi? I think there's a good chance Washington brings in another OT after this weekends roster cuts.

I never thought I'd say this, but I miss Jon Janson.

Hold up a sec. The guy looked bad in passing situations, but lets remember this was his first game out and really looked unmovable in running situations. I'm actually a little excited about the prospects of him improving than thinking of cutting him. The sack that led to the fumble you could see that the lateral quickness wasn't there but thats something that can be improved.

[Southpaw]

Originally Posted by stu_nna

Hold up a sec. The guy looked bad in passing situations, but lets remember this was his first game out and really looked unmovable in running situations. I'm actually a little excited about the prospects of him improving than thinking of cutting him. The sack that led to the fumble you could see that the lateral quickness wasn't there but thats something that can be improved.

The season starts in a nine days. It doesn't seem feasible to keep a project offensive tackle when there will likely be free agents that can step in and perform adequately, after Saturday's cuts. I don't see how anyone can be comfortable with having Mike Williams as the #3 offensive tackle.

[FRPLG]

Originally Posted by Southpaw

The season starts in a nine days. It doesn't seem feasible to keep a project offensive tackle when there will likely be free agents that can step in and perform adequately, after Saturday's cuts. I don't see how anyone can be comfortable with having Mike Williams as the #3 offensive tackle.

He's fourth, Bridges is the backup right now.

[stu_nna]

Originally Posted by Southpaw

The season starts in a nine days. It doesn't seem feasible to keep a project offensive tackle when there will likely be free agents that can step in and perform adequately, after Saturday's cuts. I don't see how anyone can be comfortable with having Mike Williams as the #3 offensive tackle.

There were some bright spots with Williams play. I can see him evolving into something alot more dominant with due time. I think he makes the squad and wiil develope into a reliable back up with minimal drop off from the starters eventually.

[CRedskinsRule]

Originally Posted by stu_nna

Hold up a sec. The guy looked bad in passing situations, but lets remember this was his first game out and really looked unmovable in running situations. I'm actually a little excited about the prospects of him improving than thinking of cutting him. The sack that led to the fumble you could see that the lateral quickness wasn't there but thats something that can be improved.

I agree. I think if we have an early rash of line injuries we are hurting, but I think MW has a very good upside if we continue the project into the middle of the season. I certainly don't "miss Jansen" - not trying to belittle Jansen, just glad that he is not on the team.

[roth74va]

Outside of a couple plays, I thought Henson looked really good. I do like HB, but I dont see him "taking over for" Fletcher. HB is better as a smart 2nd stringer that is able to play any LB position. Henson had several really nice tackles, although he did get his grill all busted up.

Sadly.....Williams is done. He might make the team but I dont see how this guy makes the final 53. Maybe ole' Buges is seeing something I dont, but he looks like he doesnt belong out there. Its hard for me to believe he is gonna provide any depth for the OL. For now I see us leaning on Montgomery, Rinehart, and Bridges.