Make a Decision on London Fletcher's Future

[sportscurmudgeon]

Originally Posted by SFREDSKIN

London Fletcher won’t quit on Redskins - The Washington Post

This is an excellent piece in the Washington Post - - well written.

My fear is not that London Fletcher will quit on this defensive unit; I do not think he would know how to do that even if that thought happened to cross his mind. Since first time I saw him play with the Rams, he has played linebacker the same way - - all out, every play.

My fear is that if the season goes totally in the tank - - say with a record of 4-9 in mid-December - - then others on the defensive unit might start to "mail it in". THAT SITUATION would be something that could convince Fletcher to look around for another employer next season; he might be able to tolerate the losing a little bit but I think he might not be able to tolerate seeing others on the defense "checking out early".

[diehard]

More holes to fill on a team still trying to find an identity...

[Schneed10]

I'm going to take the other side and think of it from London Fletcher's perspective. Wouldn't you pretty much take any deal you could get to join Gregg Williams and the Saints? You get a shot to win a title, you're playing for a coach you adore, and you're in a system you can run and fits you to a T.

Gregg would move Vilma to OLB for Fletcher.

[mlmpetert]

Originally Posted by Schneed10

I'm going to take the other side and think of it from London Fletcher's perspective. Wouldn't you pretty much take any deal you could get to join Gregg Williams and the Saints? You get a shot to win a title, you're playing for a coach you adore, and you're in a system you can run and fits you to a T.

Gregg would move Vilma to OLB for Fletcher.

Completely didnt think about that, and i think youre absolutely right....

[SFREDSKIN]

I say sign him before the season is over, the Redskins really need Fletcher he's the heart and soul of the Defense and a positive influence.

London Fletcher believes in Redskins, who should re-sign him before he reconsiders - The Washington Post

[Hog1]

..........yes....snif...snif..

[skinsfaninok]

My favorite redskin

[FRPLG]

I'd keep him around as long as he plays if he is willing. Then I'd figure out a way to make him a coach.

[CrustyRedskin]

Originally Posted by FRPLG

I'd keep him around as long as he plays if he is willing. Then I'd figure out a way to make him a coach.

I 2nd that. I coached inside backers in HS and college for years, i used to think Singletary was the best at getting everybody lined up, using his reads, and locking in on his keys, but Fletcher is right there on his heels. Singletary had a harder job with the 46, but Fletchers emotion and atention to detail is amazing. Keep him forever!!!

[mlmpetert]

Originally Posted by CrustyRedskin

I 2nd that. I coached inside backers in HS and college for years, i used to think Singletary was the best at getting everybody lined up, using his reads, and locking in on his keys, but Fletcher is right there on his heels. Singletary had a harder job with the 46, but Fletchers emotion and atention to detail is amazing. Keep him forever!!!

Yeah i agree and he is the face of the entire team in my opinion. Of all the players we overpaid throughout Danny's tenure, Fletcher is one player that i would be cool with giving way too much.

From SFREDSKINS article:

Really, there’s no need to negotiate. Fletcher could probably dump his agent for this one. The Redskins should simply ask the fair-minded Fletcher how much he wants to continue to provide the type of professionalism uncommon in their organization.

That article is the best thing about the Redskins ive read in a while, thanks for posting it.

Does anyone know know where Fletcher's primary residence is? As good of a player is i wonder what team he would want to stay connected with after retirement. If this was his last year do you think he sees himself as a Redskin, Bill, or Ram?

[freddyg12]

Originally Posted by mlmpetert

Yeah i agree and he is the face of the entire team in my opinion. Of all the players we overpaid throughout Danny's tenure, Fletcher is one player that i would be cool with giving way too much.

From SFREDSKINS article:



That article is the best thing about the Redskins ive read in a while, thanks for posting it.

Does anyone know know where Fletcher's primary residence is? As good of a player is i wonder what team he would want to stay connected with after retirement. If this was his last year do you think he sees himself as a Redskin, Bill, or Ram?

This is something that we often overlook as fans, the very basic things in life we take for granted like a home, schools, etc. For most of us, the older we get the less inclined we are to pack up & move. Fletch is at the point of his career where he's certainly not likely to get enough $ to move solely for $.

He might go somewhere like NO, as Schneed suggests, because its simply a good fit, good coach & less adjustment. A lot of other teams might offer a chance for another super bowl, but he may not be inclined to want to start over again. I think he'll stay unless he feels insulted by the Skins contract offer.

[SkinzWin]

Originally Posted by FRPLG

I'd keep him around as long as he plays if he is willing. Then I'd figure out a way to make him a coach.

Like Keenan McCardell?

[MTK]

We need more guys like Fletcher, Kerrigan, Helu, Orakpo, etc.

[Giantone]

....the Giants would love to have him.

[redsk1]

Keep LF. Like said, we need more leaders like him.