A.J. Smith Expected to Join Redskins Front Office As Advisor

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Originally Posted by Schneed10

There's zero risk in this move. Proven eye for talent who was moved into a position in SD where he didn't fit. Great scout / talent guy, bad at the business side of it and negotiations.

Bruce Allen and Shanahan sit firmly atop the business and negotiation side. Just as Eric Schaeffer is the ultimate salary cap advisor, this guy is a great talent advisor. Makes sense, surround yourself with the best specialists and delegate appropriately to take advantage of their talents and skill sets.

Agreed. It's a 'why the heck not' kind of move IMO.