Updated: Redskins Make Major Roster Cuts

[12thMan]

Originally Posted by SolidSnake84

I dont wanna be a buzz kill, but if we have a complete overhaul, at most we will probably win 8 games, which is still a huge improvement, but i know after 1 win this season people are gonna be talking super bowl.

I said this a few months ago, but a five/six game swing is not uncommon these days. It's completely reasonable to believe the Redskins could go 10-6.

But I do like the fact that we're younger now. I mean, if you going to get tossed around at least do it with some youth and an eye towards the future.

[MTK]

Originally Posted by SolidSnake84

I dont wanna be a buzz kill, but if we have a complete overhaul, at most we will probably win 8 games, which is still a huge improvement, but i know after 1 win this season people are gonna be talking super bowl.

The past decade for the most part has been a failure, I don't think people are going to mind if we take a step back in the short run in order to let the new regime get their plan cranking.

After winning 4 games last year, I would be pretty happy with 8-8.

[BigHairedAristocrat]

itll be interesting to see how we fill the holes we created yesterday. We do not appear to be going after the "top-tier" players in a weak free agent class and we only have 5 draft picks. so, what's our plan to fill the holes with players that could be considered upgrades?

[Pocket$ $traight]

Originally Posted by BigHairedAristocrat

itll be interesting to see how we fill the holes we created yesterday. We do not appear to be going after the "top-tier" players in a weak free agent class and we only have 5 draft picks. so, what's our plan to fill the holes with players that could be considered upgrades?

Maybe there are a lot of guys who will be available who just haven't been released yet.

[12thMan]

Originally Posted by BigHairedAristocrat

itll be interesting to see how we fill the holes we created yesterday. We do not appear to be going after the "top-tier" players in a weak free agent class and we only have 5 draft picks. so, what's our plan to fill the holes with players that could be considered upgrades?

Well, we didn't really cut any 16 game contributers to begin with. I think more than anything we're hoping that our young wideouts, a healthy Portis, and a solid draft will plug many, if not all of those holes. And considering we'll be playing some 3-4 now, Griffin was simply expendable at his age and with the wear and tear. You have to figure that resigning Zoe Alexander was also big part of cutting Griffin.

[SolidSnake84]

Well for people who are talking the concussion issue about Portis, keep in mind that Brian Westbrook was 3 times the back Portis was, and it was concussion concerns that ended his eagles career, and possibly his football career.

[Monkeydad]

Originally Posted by SolidSnake84

Well for people who are talking the concussion issue about Portis, keep in mind that Brian Westbrook was 3 times the back Portis was, and it was concussion concerns that ended his eagles career, and possibly his football career.

I disagree with that. CP was a top-5 back also. The difference between the backs was that Westbrook was his team's only offensive weapon for years...of course he piled up the stats. He wasn't the blocker or runner that Portis was, but was a superior receiver...but then again Andy Reid passes more than any offense in the NFL. Westbrook was never a reliable back, he was annually only good for 12-13 games. He was injury-prone for many issues other than concussions. I'll admit, Westbrook was a force WHEN on the field, but that was his main weakness, staying healthy.

[MTK]

Alexander is going to be playing OLB so I'm not sure how much his re-signing had to do with Griffin being released. I think they value Daniels more since he can play inside and out and he will of course come cheaper than Griffin.

[12thMan]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

Alexander is going to be playing OLB so I'm not sure how much his re-signing had to do with Griffin being released. I think they value Daniels more since he can play inside and out and he will of course come cheaper than Griffin.

True. I pointed out Zoe staying because he's versatile and we'll probably see him line up inside occasionally.

[MTK]

Originally Posted by 12thMan

True. I pointed out Zoe staying because he's versatile and we'll probably see him line up inside occasionally.

If he's going to be dropping more weight to play OLB I can't see him inside, he played at 275 last year so he's already too light.

[12thMan]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

If he's going to be dropping more weight to play OLB I can't see him inside, he played at 275 last year so he's already too light.

You know I'm starting a thread the first time I see Zoe line up inside, right

[MTK]

Originally Posted by 12thMan

You know I'm starting a thread the first time I see Zoe line up inside, right

If he's lining up inside at 250 or 260, yeah that's thread worthy

[CRedskinsRule]

RedskinsInsider

RT @RickMaese RT @RavensInsider Free agent tackle Tony Pashos on his way to visit the #Redskins, per a league source.

[MTK]

Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

RedskinsInsider

RT @RickMaese RT @RavensInsider Free agent tackle Tony Pashos on his way to visit the #Redskins, per a league source.

Man, you know the OL market is thin when Pashos and Clifton are the "big" targets. Still better than what we've got, but definitely stop gap types.

[Pocket$ $traight]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

Man, you know the OL market is thin when Pashos and Clifton are the "big" targets. Still better than what we've got, but definitely stop gap types.

I am happy that at least we don't have the F.O. saying "We have a playoff roster". Our o-line was the obvious glaring weakness and they are focusing on the line. What's not to like? It just sucks that there isn't a premier o-lineman out there but we are doing the best we can with the hand we are given.