WR McCardell considering signing with Redskins, Texans

[Warpath]

Another washed up veteran looking to get paid. Will the Skins ever learn their lesson? He was a great receiver, just like Keyshawn. The important word is was. I do think he might add depth, but for crying out loud how many more old vets can we pay out? I say keep Thrash and use him more, and that means use him on more plays than just running plays. With Moss, Lloyd, Randle El, and Thrash the Skins have plenty of WR talent to get it done.

[djnemo65]

Originally Posted by Warpath

Another washed up veteran looking to get paid. Will the Skins ever learn their lesson? He was a great receiver, just like Keyshawn. The important word is was. I do think he might add depth, but for crying out loud how many more old vets can we pay out? I say keep Thrash and use him more, and that means use him on more plays than just running plays. With Moss, Lloyd, Randle El, and Thrash the Skins have plenty of WR talent to get it done.

Other than Cooley what big redzone target do we have? I think he would complement our existing core quite well.

[SmootSmack]

The more I think about it, as much as I like him I'd prefer we stick with the guys we've got.

[hooskins]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

The more I think about it, as much as I like him I'd prefer we stick with the guys we've got.

Yeah I think it would be a useless move and it takes up another roster spot on a team stacked with WRs. This potential move reminds me of something like the Duckett signing. It is one of those where you just shake your head and wonder what the fuck are they doing.

[MTK]

I wouldn't mind him in the #3/#4 role.

[skinsfan69]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

I wouldn't mind him in the #3/#4 role.

One reason why this isn't going to happen is you need your #3 or #4 to play teams. KM does not play teams.

[MTK]

Let's look at our WR situation realistically. Outside of Moss we don't have a guy that is a consistent player.

Lloyd was a ghost last year and is a complete unknown coming into this year. He could either get his head on straight and produce or he could pout his way to the bench very quickly.

Randle El is a solid #3, but as a #2 he doesn't scare anyone.

Thrash is a solid vet but again, he doesn't scare anyone and he's a #3 at best, probably closer to a #4 at this point in his career.

The reality of this is McCardell could step in and immediately be a very solid #3 guy and possibly a #2 if needed, a consistent vet who knows how to get open, knows how to play the game and can still play. Just 2 years ago he had 70 catches and 9 TDs for San Diego.

I wouldn't be against this move at all, I think he could be had for a reasonable price too.

[skinsfan_nn]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

Let's look at our WR situation realistically. Outside of Moss we don't have a guy that is a consistent player.

Lloyd was a ghost last year and is a complete unknown coming into this year. He could either get his head on straight and produce or he could pout his way to the bench very quickly.

Randle El is a solid #3, but as a #2 he doesn't scare anyone.

Thrash is a solid vet but again, he doesn't scare anyone and he's a #3 at best, probably closer to a #4 at this point in his career.

The reality of this is McCardell could step in and immediately be a very solid #3 guy and possibly a #2 if needed, a consistent vet who knows how to get open, knows how to play the game and can still play. Just 2 years ago he had 70 catches and 9 TDs for San Diego.

I wouldn't be against this move at all, I think he could be had for a reasonable price too.

At his age trying to wrap up his career "if" in DC, I don't think cash is the point. He would not require a big payout.

If he can still play, I would not be opposed to bringing him back for the year.

I think your dead on about Lloyd could go either way, I do hope this is his year to redeem himself? But that's anyone's guess at this point, I was hoping we dumped his ass right along with ARCH.

But Thrash isn't a #2 or #3 at WR, but great all around teams/ depth player that we should keep.

[skinsfan69]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

Let's look at our WR situation realistically. Outside of Moss we don't have a guy that is a consistent player.

Lloyd was a ghost last year and is a complete unknown coming into this year. He could either get his head on straight and produce or he could pout his way to the bench very quickly.

Randle El is a solid #3, but as a #2 he doesn't scare anyone.

Thrash is a solid vet but again, he doesn't scare anyone and he's a #3 at best, probably closer to a #4 at this point in his career.

The reality of this is McCardell could step in and immediately be a very solid #3 guy and possibly a #2 if needed, a consistent vet who knows how to get open, knows how to play the game and can still play. Just 2 years ago he had 70 catches and 9 TDs for San Diego.

I wouldn't be against this move at all, I think he could be had for a reasonable price too.

I agree with you 100%! Lloyd and randle El may make a lot of $ but that does not mean they are productive NFL guys. Cause they are not as far as pass catchers. Randle El has more value cause of teams. thrash is a solid #3. But the reality is we only have one NFL legit WR and he is a little fragile if you ask me. I mean Moss' hamstring is already hurt and the season hasn't even begun yet. This is why I was screaming for us to try and move up and take CJ. So bring KM in here. I know he's old as dirt but it aint gonna hurt to bring in an old pro who knows how to get open. More competition hopefully means better play from everybody.

[SmootSmack]

I'd like to see particularly how Lloyd and Espy do this summer. I have high hopes for both, particularly Lloyd. And while KM can be an instant contributor perhaps, I'd rather see Campbell develop a chemistry that could last several years with guys like Lloyd.

I like McCardell a lot, but big picture I don't know that he's the best fit here.

[RMSkins]

If we can get Keenan at a good price I am all for this, I still think that he can perform at a pretty high level.

[EARTHQUAKE2689]

If we can get him for a low-ball price. I am all for this.

[FRPLG]

I am fine. He wont command much of a bonus, if any, and he can push guys for a spot. If he can be a solid possesion guy then he already is an asset. I'd say Espy is gone probably. Thrash > Espy in terms of value.

[EARTHQUAKE2689]

Originally Posted by FRPLG

I am fine. He wont command much of a bonus, if any, and he can push guys for a spot. If he can be a solid possesion guy then he already is an asset. I'd say Espy is gone probably. Thrash > Espy in terms of value.

He will be a key target in the red zone along with Chris Cooley.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by FRPLG

I am fine. He wont command much of a bonus, if any, and he can push guys for a spot. If he can be a solid possesion guy then he already is an asset. I'd say Espy is gone probably. Thrash > Espy in terms of value.

What about long-term value? Adding Keenan to Thrash is just two cagey veterans at this point. But what's the upside of having them both? Mike Espy apparently had a pretty good minicamp and has potential to be a long term fix.