Camp Battles- The journey to 53

[GTripp0012]

Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

Shanahan seems to bring "older" guys in who are going to

a)be competitive at a spot, thus pushing the rookies

and

b) be quality practice players, again showing rookies how they need to be practicing.

That way, if a rookie beats out a vet, you have a long term solution, but if the rookie stumbles somehow, you aren't left empty handed. After all, not one of these contracts were super bank busters...

How can a rookie beat out Santana Moss for the second and a half receiver role? Moss got more first three years money than all but two FA wide receivers (Rice, Holmes), a bigger guarantee than all but four FA wide receivers (Rice, Holmes, Moore, Breaston), and an average per year higher than all but two FA WRs (Rice, Holmes). Put another way, Moss is making more than Chad Ochocinco is over the same length of terms. How can Terrance Austin beat THAT for playing time?

I'll tell you how: incriminating photographic evidence.

Or cell phone pictures of sleeping teammates.

[skinsfan69]

Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

Shanahan seems to bring "older" guys in who are going to

a)be competitive at a spot, thus pushing the rookies

and

b) be quality practice players, again showing rookies how they need to be practicing.

That way, if a rookie beats out a vet, you have a long term solution, but if the rookie stumbles somehow, you aren't left empty handed. After all, not one of these contracts were super bank busters...

All rookies stumble though. It's called growing pains and Hank is going through them now. It's just something you have to deal with.

[CRedskinsRule]

Originally Posted by skinsfan69

All rookies stumble though. It's called growing pains and Hank is going through them now. It's just something you have to deal with.

And you deal with it by putting vets there who understand that while they want to start they are also setting examples and roles that help the rookies understand the NFL game better.

[Longtimefan]

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[Bucket]

Austin makes the team, and to be honest. I wouldn't be surprised if he's our Santana Moss in a few years, and takes over the #3 spot late this year, and into next year.

He looks really electric out there and is always pushing for that extra yard while holding on to the ball. I don't want to jinx him, but I haven't seen him drop a pass since he's been in the preseason last year.

I'm pumped for the guy. He looks like a future star.

[Longtimefan]

Originally Posted by Bucket

Austin makes the team, and to be honest. I wouldn't be surprised if he's our Santana Moss in a few years, and takes over the #3 spot late this year, and into next year.

He looks really electric out there and is always pushing for that extra yard while holding on to the ball. I don't want to jinx him, but I haven't seen him drop a pass since he's been in the preseason last year.

I'm pumped for the guy. He looks like a future star.

Austin seems to get it. A young man who understands what it takes both mental and physical to make it in this league. His time very well may have arrived.

Redskins wide receiver Terrence Austin sees his hard work pay off - The Washington Post

[Bucket]

Defensive line : NTs Barry Cofield, Anthony Bryant, DEs Stephen Bowen, Adam Carriker, Jarvis Jenkins, Kedric Golston, Darrion Scott, and since JJ is on the IR soon.. Chris Neild

Linebackers : OLBs Bryan Orakpo, Ryan Kerrigan, Lorenzo Alexander, Rob Jackson and ILBs London Fletcher, Rocky McIntosh, Perry Riley and Keyaron Fox

Safety : LaRon Landry, Oshiomogho Atogwe, Reed Doughty Kareem Moore, DeJon Gomes

Cornerback : DeAngelo Hall, Josh Wilson, Kevin Barnes, Phillip Buchanon, Byron Westbrook, and on the bubble since P.Buc will be missing 4 games... Brandyn Thompson

Kicker: Graham Gano

Returner : Terrence Austin

[Bucket]

Quarterback : John Beck, Rex Grossman

Running back : Tim Hightower, Roy Helu, Ryan Torain

Fullback : Darrel Young, Williams

Wide receiver : Santana Moss, Jabar Gaffney, Anthony Armstrong, Austin, Stallworth, Hankerson

Tight end : Chris Cooley, Fred Davis, Logan Paulsen

Offensive line : LT Trent Williams, LG Kory Lichtensteiger, C Will Montgomery, RG Chris Chester and RT Jammal Brown, G Artis Hicks, T Sean Locklear, C/G Erik Cook

[SkinzWin]

Originally Posted by Bucket

Quarterback : John Beck, Rex Grossman

Running back : Tim Hightower, Roy Helu, Ryan Torain

Fullback : Darrel Young, Williams

Wide receiver : Santana Moss, Jabar Gaffney, Anthony Armstrong, Austin, Stallworth, Hankerson

Tight end : Chris Cooley, Fred Davis, Logan Paulsen

Offensive line : LT Trent Williams, LG Kory Lichtensteiger, C Will Montgomery, RG Chris Chester and RT Jammal Brown, G Artis Hicks, T Sean Locklear, C/G Erik Cook

I completely agree with this except I think Paul will be our 6th WR instead of Stallworth.

[musicmaster45]

Me too

Wideouts:
Locks:
Moss
Gaffney
Armstrong
Austn

Most Likely:
Hankerson
Pail

[NYCskinfan82]

Originally Posted by musicmaster45

Me too

Wideouts:
Locks:
Moss
Gaffney
Armstrong
Austn

Most Likely:
Hankerson
Pail

When did we sign Pail. LOL

[Bucket]

One thing I was thinking about since the Jenkins injury..

What about moving Chris Neild to DE? He's a smaller NT but has great straength and quickness for a big guy. I think 3/4 DE would be a great fit for him.

[SkinzWin]

Originally Posted by Bucket

One thing I was thinking about since the Jenkins injury..

What about moving Chris Neild to DE? He's a smaller NT but has great straength and quickness for a big guy. I think 3/4 DE would be a great fit for him.

Wouldn't that be a pretty big project? I don't think he's ever played DE. I mean I'm not saying I don't like the idea, I like the guy. But what is going to happen when they need depth early in the season if he still isn't ready to get game work in?

[53Fan]

Originally Posted by Bucket

One thing I was thinking about since the Jenkins injury..

What about moving Chris Neild to DE? He's a smaller NT but has great straength and quickness for a big guy. I think 3/4 DE would be a great fit for him.

It would be worth a try. Especially if it keeps him off the PS.

[CultBrennan59]

Originally Posted by Bucket

One thing I was thinking about since the Jenkins injury..

What about moving Chris Neild to DE? He's a smaller NT but has great straength and quickness for a big guy. I think 3/4 DE would be a great fit for him.

Its a good idea, I was thinking the same thing, considering the packers played with two NT's in Raji and Pickett.

We could sign this guy though as depth.
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