Redskins trade for Jason Taylor (updated)

MTK · 07-20-2008, 11:16 PM

The idea of Carter and Taylor coming off the edges... wow I'm super pumped right now.

GTripp0012 · 07-20-2008, 11:30 PM

It's going to be great if we can get 10 point leads into the second half. That was actually a pretty significant problem last year.

The pass rusher is sort of like the bullpen in baseball. Having it is always a weapon, but it really earns its pay when the game is being won late.

MTK · 07-20-2008, 11:33 PM

And it doesn't hurt on those 3rd and longs when you need that extra pressure.

MTK · 07-20-2008, 11:37 PM

I wonder what # he's going to take. I doubt AC is gonna give up #99.

GMScud · 07-20-2008, 11:44 PM

Taylor coming off the left side is exciting. He's used to the right end spot, but the three other QBs in the division are all right handed throwers. Our D has been 9th or better 3 out of the last 4 seasons, and that's with basically no backside QB pressure. Now we get fierce pass rush from both sides. He and AC bookending that line is gonna be fun to watch. This is a great move for us, especially if he plays two seasons. (btw Taylor hasn't missed a start this decade).

SmootSmack · 07-20-2008, 11:44 PM

Well our pass rush certainly has improved with the addition of Taylor. Still, definitely feel bad for Daniels, an underappreciated run-stopping DE whose career may have just ended considering his age; and Buzbee a local kid trying to make it in the league.

This isn't a dumb move by any means by the front office, considering the cards they were dealt. But someone will have to step up on the run defense. Evans?

skinsfan69 · 07-20-2008, 11:52 PM

What about E. James?? Or was that move just a waste of time?

MTK · 07-20-2008, 11:56 PM

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Originally Posted by skinsfan69

What about E. James?? Or was that move just a waste of time?

He's not even healthy enough yet. He was never looked at as being an immediate solution anyway.

MTK · 07-21-2008, 12:05 AM

Seems kinda funny that we had just enough cap room to fit JT and the move came together so quickly.

Hmmmmmm....

memphisskin · 07-21-2008, 07:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Mattyk72

Seems kinda funny that we had just enough cap room to fit JT and the move came together so quickly.

Hmmmmmm....

It does seem to fit together nicely, especially considering how close to the cap we normally are for us to be $9 million over heading into camp shows some foresight from the front office. I have to give it up, they were prepared.

MTK · 07-21-2008, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by memphisskin

It does seem to fit together nicely, especially considering how close to the cap we normally are for us to be $9 million over heading into camp shows some foresight from the front office. I have to give it up, they were prepared.

I think they had this move in their back pocket all along.

The Goat · 07-21-2008, 12:06 AM

Is there really cause for concern about the run defense? I'm sure JT's stats on run stoppage aren't stellar, but that was as a weak-side DE where you don't see much help and you're job is to focus on getting to the QB.

I also started to wonder whether it's set in stone that JT will get moved and not AC. Who's the bigger man? AC is listed as 252 on the redskin homepage and JT is listed as 255 elsewhere, but I thought I remembered Andre as heavy as 270 during his career. Maybe I'm way off here.

djnemo65 · 07-21-2008, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by The Goat

Is there really cause for concern about the run defense? I'm sure JT's stats on run stoppage aren't stellar, but that was as a weak-side DE where you don't see much help and you're job is to focus on getting to the QB.

I also started to wonder whether it's set in stone that JT will get moved and not AC. Who's the bigger man? AC is listed as 252 on the redskin homepage and JT is listed as 255 elsewhere, but I thought I remembered Andre as heavy as 270 during his career. Maybe I'm way off here.

According to JLC Carter is staying on the right side, Taylor is switching to left.

htownskinfan · 07-21-2008, 12:07 AM

we wont know till after the season if this was a good move or not,but on the surface right now it was a good move,but Taylor could rupture his knee monday,I just hope this trade is based on him passing the physical,unlike the brunell trade where they didnt even check him out beforehand.No reason to believe he wont pass the physical,but who knows?

The Goat · 07-21-2008, 12:11 AM

I also meant to say that in regard to stopping the run we still have Griff, A. Mont., and Golston in the trenches for a pretty damn good rotation. Most of us (I think) expect a break-out season from Montgomery which will help us out nicely. Also, maybe Evans will play DE in obvious run situations like others have said.

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07-20-2008, 11:16 PM	#1
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07-20-2008, 11:30 PM	#2
GTripp0012 Living Legend Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Evanston, IL Age: 38 Posts: 15,994	Re: Redskins trade for Jason Taylor (updated) It's going to be great if we can get 10 point leads into the second half. That was actually a pretty significant problem last year. The pass rusher is sort of like the bullpen in baseball. Having it is always a weapon, but it really earns its pay when the game is being won late. __________________ according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

07-20-2008, 11:33 PM	#3
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07-20-2008, 11:37 PM	#4
MTK Hail Raiser Join Date: Feb 2004 Age: 53 Posts: 100,044	Re: Redskins trade for Jason Taylor (updated) I wonder what # he's going to take. I doubt AC is gonna give up #99. __________________ Support The Warpath! \| Warpath Shop

07-20-2008, 11:44 PM	#5
GMScud Swearinger Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 12,626	Re: Redskins trade for Jason Taylor (updated) Taylor coming off the left side is exciting. He's used to the right end spot, but the three other QBs in the division are all right handed throwers. Our D has been 9th or better 3 out of the last 4 seasons, and that's with basically no backside QB pressure. Now we get fierce pass rush from both sides. He and AC bookending that line is gonna be fun to watch. This is a great move for us, especially if he plays two seasons. (btw Taylor hasn't missed a start this decade). __________________ Tardy

07-20-2008, 11:44 PM	#6
SmootSmack Uncle Phil Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 45,256	Re: Redskins trade for Jason Taylor (updated) Well our pass rush certainly has improved with the addition of Taylor. Still, definitely feel bad for Daniels, an underappreciated run-stopping DE whose career may have just ended considering his age; and Buzbee a local kid trying to make it in the league. This isn't a dumb move by any means by the front office, considering the cards they were dealt. But someone will have to step up on the run defense. Evans? __________________ You're So Vain...You Probably Think This Sig Is About You

07-20-2008, 11:52 PM	#7
skinsfan69 Living Legend Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 17,586	Re: Redskins trade for Jason Taylor (updated) What about E. James?? Or was that move just a waste of time?

07-21-2008, 12:05 AM	#9
MTK Hail Raiser Join Date: Feb 2004 Age: 53 Posts: 100,044	Re: Redskins trade for Jason Taylor (updated) Seems kinda funny that we had just enough cap room to fit JT and the move came together so quickly. Hmmmmmm.... __________________ Support The Warpath! \| Warpath Shop

07-21-2008, 12:06 AM	#12
The Goat Pro Bowl Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 5,662	Re: Redskins trade for Jason Taylor (updated) Is there really cause for concern about the run defense? I'm sure JT's stats on run stoppage aren't stellar, but that was as a weak-side DE where you don't see much help and you're job is to focus on getting to the QB. I also started to wonder whether it's set in stone that JT will get moved and not AC. Who's the bigger man? AC is listed as 252 on the redskin homepage and JT is listed as 255 elsewhere, but I thought I remembered Andre as heavy as 270 during his career. Maybe I'm way off here. __________________ 24-34

07-21-2008, 12:07 AM	#14
htownskinfan JUST LIVIN Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: houston,tx Age: 64 Posts: 4,935	Re: Redskins trade for Jason Taylor (updated) we wont know till after the season if this was a good move or not,but on the surface right now it was a good move,but Taylor could rupture his knee monday,I just hope this trade is based on him passing the physical,unlike the brunell trade where they didnt even check him out beforehand.No reason to believe he wont pass the physical,but who knows? __________________ Make The Redskins Great Again

07-21-2008, 12:11 AM	#15
The Goat Pro Bowl Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 5,662	Re: Redskins trade for Jason Taylor (updated) I also meant to say that in regard to stopping the run we still have Griff, A. Mont., and Golston in the trenches for a pretty damn good rotation. Most of us (I think) expect a break-out season from Montgomery which will help us out nicely. Also, maybe Evans will play DE in obvious run situations like others have said. __________________ 24-34

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