Haynesworth Missing From Redskins Offseason Workouts

[Redskins_P]

Big Al speaks....

Haynesworth: 'I Need To Do This'

When asked about making a switch to the 3-4 defense, a change that the Redskins are widely believed to be making, Haynesworth said that while he’s never played it before he will do what they ask of him. “I’m not going to be a distraction or anything so I’ll just do what they want me to do,” he said.

He said that he would prefer to play end on a three-man line as opposed to nose tackle. End is much more of a playmaking position as opposed to the man in the middle, who generally is assigned to taking on double teams and allowing others to make the plays.

Haynesworth recalled a conversation he had with Jim Washburn, his defensive line coach when he was with the Titans. “He said that I’m built like [basketball] center, but I want to be out there on the perimeter shooting threes.”

“I’d definitely say end,” Haynesworth said. He pointed out that he’s 6’ 6” and most nose tackles are “stump-type players”.

“I don’t think I’m built to be a nose tackle,” he said.

[Pocket$ $traight]

Originally Posted by Redskins_P

Big Al speaks....

Haynesworth: 'I Need To Do This'

This is a good read. Further evidence that Jim Zorn was an effing idiot. (Not that we needed any)

[Ruhskins]

Originally Posted by Redskins_P

Big Al speaks....

Haynesworth: 'I Need To Do This'

I do really think Haynesworth would be out of position playing NT in the 3-4. Paying all that money for him to just be a space eater? That seems a bit ridiculous. If you look at true NT, they are bulkier than him and take up more horizontal space (I know this sounds ridiculous). If you look at Casey Hampton and Vince Wilfork, they are built differently than Haynesworth. Honestly, I think that has been a big flaw of the previous FO administration...trying to fit players in the wrong scheme (Orakpo as a 4-3 LB, Landry as a FS, etc., etc.). Now, Shanny and company are new and obviously are working with what they have, and probably have explored having AH at NT. But I also don't blame AH for not wanting to be in a position where he won't be productive and helpful to the team.

[Lotus]

Originally Posted by Ruhskins

I do really think Haynesworth would be out of position playing NT in the 3-4. Paying all that money for him to just be a space eater? That seems a bit ridiculous. If you look at true NT, they are bulkier than him and take up more horizontal space (I know this sounds ridiculous). If you look at Casey Hampton and Vince Wilfork, they are built differently than Haynesworth. Honestly, I think that has been a big flaw of the previous FO administration...trying to fit players in the wrong scheme (Orakpo as a 4-3 DE, Landry as a FS, etc., etc.). Now, Shanny and company are new and obviously are working with what they have, and probably have explored having AH at NT. But I also don't blame AH for not wanting to be in a position where he won't be productive and helpful to the team.

I agree with you and AH. He'd be better at DE than at NT.

[The Goat]

Originally Posted by Ruhskins

I do really think Haynesworth would be out of position playing NT in the 3-4. Paying all that money for him to just be a space eater? That seems a bit ridiculous. If you look at true NT, they are bulkier than him and take up more horizontal space (I know this sounds ridiculous). If you look at Casey Hampton and Vince Wilfork, they are built differently than Haynesworth. Honestly, I think that has been a big flaw of the previous FO administration...trying to fit players in the wrong scheme (Orakpo as a 4-3 DE, Landry as a FS, etc., etc.). Now, Shanny and company are new and obviously are working with what they have, and probably have explored having AH at NT. But I also don't blame AH for not wanting to be in a position where he won't be productive and helpful to the team.

Pretty sure you meant Rak at LB in the 4-3? But I see your point. Add Kris Jenkins to the list of prototype NT...that dude is wider than he is tall lol.

I think AH is smart for "casually" saying he'll prefer DE in the 3-4. Smart both because it's definitely the best spot for him in that defense and smart because he's not demanding or saying anything to come across like he's not bought in to the new regime. I tend to think Al is a pretty smart guy.

Putting him at DE in the new scheme could be awesome. It essentially means the opposing offense will struggle mightily to run left and absolutely have to designate 2 blockers to that side full time. BUT it's critical the rest of the DL is at least average to above average or we'll just watch teams run all over us to the right (their right). This Kemo guy needs to come thru and/or we need to find another legit NT AND Daniels must have a fantastic season. Preferably we need another stud there behind Daniels. Going into the off-season I would have though Zoe or Jarmon would be training as Daniels' replacement. I guess the powers that be see those two guys as LBs now? So who will back up Daniels? I mean you sure as hell can't have the mindset a 37 yr old is a sure thing through a season...