Gibbsisgod2006 Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 http://was.scout.com/a.z?s=71&p=2&c=722729 The Washington Redskins interviewed DE Darrell Robertson (Georgia Tech), DT Dre Moore (Maryland), CB Chevis Jackson (LSU), LB Phillip Wheeler (Georgia Tech), and QB Joe Flacco (Delaware) Tuesday evening as they continue to check out prospects for this year's draft class. It's obvious from the players interviewed on Tuesday night that Washington is interested in upgrading their defense. However, Flacco is an interesting name, especially when the Redskins already have their franchise QB in Jason Campbell. Robertson is a tall, rangy defender who thrives on making plays in the backfield. He's a good athlete who gets after the quarterback and takes good angles in pursuit. He finished his senior campaign with 36 tackles, 16 for a loss and 6.5 sacks. Robertson projects as a late third-, early fourth-round pick. Moore is an athletic interior defensive lineman who has quick feet and strength. At 6-foot-4, 311 pounds, Moore is a disruptive force who defends the run and rushes the passer well. He finished his senior year with 63 tackles, 8.5 for a loss, six sacks and an interception. Moore projects as a third-round selection. Jackson has playmaking ability and possesses excellent footwork and technique. He has a good burst of closing speed and plays well in coverage. He has good speed to get vertical and defend the deep ball. He finished the season with 44 tackles, three for a loss and five interceptions. Jackson projects as a third- to fourth-round pick. Wheeler is an athletic, instinctive linebacker who makes plays sideline-to-sideline. He's a superior athlete with good size and speed. He's good defending the run, but occasionally gets lost in the shuffle. He recorded 88 tackles, 8.5 for a loss and 5.5 sacks this past season. Wheeler's athleticism will allow him to be successful at the next level and will ultimately land him in the third round. Flacco is a polished passer who shows good poise in the pocket. He has great size and is a leader on the field. He has great awareness and delivers the ball with precision and leads receivers in stride. He goes through his reads, shows patience and displays a quick delivery. Flacco finished his tremendous senior season completing 331-of-521 passes for 4,263 yards, 23 touchdowns and Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terpskins10 Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Flacco is nice, but he DID put up those numbers playing at Delaware. I'm not sure how long it's going to take for him to be good in this league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
argentina_redskins Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 He is projected as a 2nd/3rd round QB right now. Although I don't think we need a QB right now he could be a good project for the incoming O-coordinator and could give us something to be hopeful for were JC to fail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corrupt3d Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Thats exactly what they said about Campbell...thing is Flacco is expected to go late second round, we did this with Jamarcus last year...just trying to guage whether people would be willing to trade up to get him. EDIT: Lots of teams do this, even those with franchise qbs - I know the Chargers and the Patriots interviewed Brady Quinn last year. I know Boomer Esiason was interviewed by the Dolphins...its about trade value, will people trade up to my pick if he's available? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stophovr6 Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Flacco? Like Falco? It's not that big a surprise. Brunnel will be gone and if AS is gone, so is Collins. That doesn't leave us with much behind Jason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLongshot Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Thats exactly what they said about Campbell...thing is Flacco is expected to go late second round, we did this with Jamarcus last year...just trying to guage whether people would be willing to trade up to get him. Players also drop in the draft for whatever reason. You never know what might happen to a player that would make him fall to a position where you just can't pass him up. It is best to be prepared when those things come up. Jason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoot Point Really Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 I like me some Chevis Jackson... Anyway, it's a bit early for all this speculation about draft position and trading down. I think they are genuinely interested in meeting all these guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corrupt3d Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 I like me some Chevis Jackson... Anyway, it's a bit early for all this speculation about draft position and trading down. I think they are genuinely interested in meeting all these guys. Players also drop in the draft for whatever reason. You never know what might happen to a player that would make him fall to a position where you just can't pass him up.It is best to be prepared when those things come up. Jason Longshot is right, we like to know the value (I wasnt too clear in my original post) of each player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhoRUSupposed2Be Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Even at this point I am unsure of how Jason will fare from here on out. Doesn't hurt to draft a prospect at QB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingdaddy Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 How can we be interested in anybody right now? We don't have a head coach which basically means we don't even know who would fit into whatever system we run.....we are a confused organization right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramsey11 Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Flacco is nice, but he DID put up those numbers playing at Delaware. I'm not sure how long it's going to take for him to be good in this league. Not sure what to make of that statement. I'm a Delaware alumnus and I know that coming from a I-AA program, Flacco will not be an immediate starter. But that doesn't mean he'd take years to develop. He did lead Delaware to the I-AA championship game and I'd also point out that Rich Gannon also came out of Delaware and did alright in the league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRobi21 Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Flacco? Like Falco? It's not that big a surprise. Brunnel will be gone and if AS is gone, so is Collins. That doesn't leave us with much behind Jason. That's exactly what I was thinking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred Jones Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Skins just during their homework and talking to lots of players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyKilmer Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 You can't have to many QB's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BALLz Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 What bothers me is that the people interviewing these kids might not even work for he Redskins next week which means the Skins would no nothing about the players at the senior bowl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernie5 Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 We do need a young QB to groom to either be Campbell's back-up or a Plan B. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLongshot Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 What bothers me is that the people interviewing these kids might not even work for he Redskins next week which means the Skins would no nothing about the players at the senior bowl. While the coaches might not be, the scouts certainly will be around. So will the scouting reports and those opinions. Jason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lombardi's_kid_brother Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 I actually went to a few Delaware games. He's good. If he was available in the fourth, I would take him in a heartbeat and let him hold a clipboard for two years. I think the team has more pressing needs than a backup QB in the first three rounds though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newera Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Wow, sounds like the next Tom Brady based on that description. LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjfootballer Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 I wish you guys wouldn't use burgundy to highlight the players names in the article. I cannot see with the black background. Use yellow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
llcamino Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Flacco is nice, but he DID put up those numbers playing at Delaware. I'm not sure how long it's going to take for him to be good in this league. There's a reason Flacco was invited to the Senior Bowl. I've watched him in person for 2 years, and he can make any throw on the field, plus he's big and healthy. Watch highlights of Flacco against Navy and you'll see his abilities. Granted, it's Navy, but hey, they're a 1-A school, and he was doing all of this with receivers who are not considered to be NFL talent. Also consider this, Flacco had to wait an extra year before playing for UD because Wanstadt wouldn't release him from his Pitt scholarship. It's impossible to tell who will make it in the NFL, but I'd be careful not to dismiss him because he decided to showcase his talents at UD for his last two years.....and lead them to the 1-AA finals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monk4theHall81 Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Ill take Robertson and Moore in a heartbeat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HailSkinz1 Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Flacco would be a brilliant choice. Therefore, we'll never draft him. Hail, H Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THEREALTOR1 Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Go Blue Hens!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fourth King Posted January 23, 2008 Share Posted January 23, 2008 Wow, Robertson from MD sounds tempting! Is a DT as pressing of a need as maybe a third rounder? We have had good luck with MD players from what I can recall. And Miami...(CALAIS CAMPBELL!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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