Skins have 10th overall selection. Who do we pick?

[Ruhskins]

Originally Posted by SouperMeister

History would indicate that some of them will be busts. The only year in recent memory when even the first 3 QBs drafted were successful was 2004 with Eli, Rivers, and Big Ben. Drafting top QB's is less than a 50-50 proposition, even at the very top of the draft.

Well so far Stafford and Bradford seem to have fared well. Of course we are very early in their careers, but I think they are going to have successful careers.

[Landry44]

Originally Posted by SouperMeister

History would indicate that some of them will be busts. The only year in recent memory when even the first 3 QBs drafted were successful was 2004 with Eli, Rivers, and Big Ben. Drafting top QB's is less than a 50-50 proposition, even at the very top of the draft.

I'm sure that not all of these guys are going to make. I just like the skill set of all 5 qbs. I think Luck has good size, excellent arm strength, great accuracy, and good mobility. Ryan Mallet has great size, good arm strength, great accuracy, and good poise in the pocket. Cameron Newton has great size, great arm strength, good accuracy, and great mobility. Blaine Gabbert has great size, great passing mechanics, great arm strength, and good mobility. Jake Locker is a good with quick release, good arm strength, and great mobility. Now I know outside of Luck there are concerns about all of these players. However, I think all of them will be alright if put in the right situation.

[skinsfaninok]

Jake locker won't be a 1st round pick IMO, he had a horrendous year and an even worse bowl game.

Luck is a Bradford type QB, you just can't pass him up even if NE had the 1st pick.

Newton has only played 1 year so idk about him, great athlete but can he pass?

Gabbert is another wildcard, is he really worth a top 10 pick? I'd say no

Mallett is a big guy that has a monster arm, some compare him to Flacco, I'd take him at 10 over the other qbs.
I still say we draft BPA which could be Blackmon, Green, Pouncey etc

[IrMitchell]

Well since it's that time again.. Here's my take on what we should do in the draft.

(Realistic options)
R1, #10)
Nick Fairley DT/DE: I've been guilty of riding the Auburn bandwagon and Nick Fairley is just a beast. He'd be PERFECT as a 3-4 DE.
AJ Green WR: The most dominant receiver in College, bar none.
Von Miller OLB: I've only seen highlights, but looks to be a great pass rusher/tackling machine.
Blaine Gabbert QB: Forget the Jake Locker/Cam Newton/Ryan Mallett stuff.. Only Blaine Gabbert makes any sense at #10.

R2, #9)
Jeremy Beal OLB: VERY good 2nd round talent, and the best part... He wins!
Stefen Wisniewski C/G: I think he would solidify our offensive line along side Silverback. I think he's probably the best guy to step right into center.
Corey Liuget DT: If he does end up declaring for the draft, this guy would be a good second round option if Fairley doesn't work out in the first round.
Jake Locker QB: I hate to do this.. but Shanahan might just think he'll be able to work some magic with all the "intangibles" and the "raw talent", but don't be fooled...

R5, #13 and #28)
Kelvin Sheppard ILB: Great leader, tackling machine.. Probably won't be available.. but it's possible.
Josh Bynes ILB: Winner, very good in the box, great against the run.. Bad in coverage (think McIntosh), and terrible hands.
Vincent Brown WR: Speed + Hands + Pretty good size. We need to take a risk on a guy like this.
Tejay Johnson FS: One of the better defensive players on TCU. Good leader, fast, big, lacks top end football IQ, good depth player.
Brooks Reed OLB: Very fast and explosive on the rush, not a very good cover guy.

*Note I'm a college football freak and would love to give my input on certain players.

[KLHJ2]

I know that I am sounding like a homer but drafting for BPA in the early rounds and picking up Taylor late could make this team very dangerous beyond 2012.

Tyrod Taylor will have a better career than Vick.

[tdSKINS1]

Originally Posted by Angry

I know that I am sounding like a homer but drafting for BPA in the early rounds and picking up Taylor late could make this team very dangerous beyond 2012.

Tyrod Taylor will have a better career than Vick.

I'm the biggest VT fan you will meet but Tyrod will not have a better career then Vick. Unless your referring to Marcus Vick. Hahah I love Tyrod thats my boy but not Vick no sir.

[Nomad]

we already here...... there so much that can happen between now and april.......... pfft

[Alvin Walton]

The Panthers have many needs like we do.
But unlike us they have a Jimmy Clausen.
Since they have so many holes to fill I'd not be surprised if they draft defense #1 and go with Clausen.

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by Alvin Walton

The Panthers have many needs like we do.
But unlike us they have a Jimmy Clausen.
Since they have so many holes to fill I'd not be surprised if they draft defense #1 and go with Clausen.

The Panthers passing on Luck because they have Jimmy Clausen would have been like the Colts passing on Manning had they drafted Jake Plummer in the year before. They will cut their losses in a heartbeat to draft Luck.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by Dirtbag359

The Panthers passing on Luck because they have Jimmy Clausen would have been like the Colts passing on Manning had they drafted Jake Plummer in the year before. They will cut their losses in a heartbeat to draft Luck.

Or they keep both, as I mentioned in another post many coaches and execs are starting to prepare for an 18 game season with the mentality that you need two starting QBs. Vick and Kolb. Luck and Clausen. Campbell and Gradkowski....Smith and Ponder

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Or they keep both, as I mentioned in another post many coaches and execs are starting to prepare for an 18 game season with the mentality that you need two starting QBs. Vick and Kolb. Luck and Clausen. Campbell and Gradkowski....Smith and Ponder

Sorry, the cut their losses comment was misleading. Obviously if the Panthers drafted Luck it would still be a good idea to keep around Clausen.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by Dirtbag359

Sorry, the cut their losses comment was misleading. Obviously if the Panthers drafted Luck it would still be a good idea to keep around Clausen.

Matt Moore wants to come back to Carolina. Not sure why, he should test the market. They still have Tony Pike, who I think is way overrated. And I think they're still paying Delhomme. Carolina is QB central!

[BaltimoreSkins]

Originally Posted by Alvin Walton

The Panthers have many needs like we do.
But unlike us they have a Jimmy Clausen.
Since they have so many holes to fill I'd not be surprised if they draft defense #1 and go with Clausen.

I just read that if Luck enters draft Carolina will take him. Maybe a smoke screen to try to get draft picks from somebody who really wants a QB?

[IrMitchell]

Originally Posted by BaltimoreSkins

I just read that if Luck enters draft Carolina will take him. Maybe a smoke screen to try to get draft picks from somebody who really wants a QB?

That's the theory every year.

Carolina will pick Luck

[Longtimefan]

Lengthly but, interesting analysis.

2011 NFL Mock Draft: Looking At The Prospects Who Might Be Available To The Redskins - SB Nation DC