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http://www.redskins.com/gen/articles/Fan_Mailbag__Which_USC_Linebacker_Fits_Redskins_Best__33688.jsp

Question: Hey there Gary, I need your opinion on which linebacker (if the Redskins were to choose one) the Redskins should choose in the first round: Rey Maualuga or Brian Cushing?

-- Mark M.

Gary: Maualuga played middle linebacker for USC while Cushing was mostly an outside linebacker. Cushing would appear to be the better fit for the Redskins because they need a young linebacker on the strong-side. Cushing is coming off his best season, recording 73 tackles, three sacks and one interception. But I can see Maualuga as the next Brian Urlacher. Play him at outside linebacker until London Fletcher is ready to retire or move on. Maualuga is also a fiery, intense leader and he is the kind of linebacker who can set the tone for a defense.

Question: Do you know if the Redskins have looked at Lawrence Sidbury from the University of Richmond? Please pass the word along to a scout.

-- Keith M.

Gary: Yes, the Redskins have evaluated Sidbury and he is certainly on their radar. He is regarded by many as one of the top 10 defensive ends in the draft and he could also play linebacker in the pros. Sidbury had an incredible 2008 season, logging 56 tackles, 20 tackles for a loss and 11.5 sacks. He had four sacks in his last college game, the FCS Championship game. He kept it going with a strong performance at the NFL Scouting Combine, where he ran the fastest time in the 40 among defensive linemen. Sidbury is moving fast up draft boards. If the Redskins want him, then they may have to grab him at No. 13 or trade down to the late first round or early second round. He likely won’t be available when the Redskins pick in the third round.

Question: Why don’t the Redskins pick up Plaxico Burress or Matt Stover? Those two players would be great additions for the Redskins.

-- Jesse D.

Gary: There’s no denying Burress’s talent, but he could be facing jail time due to the handgun incident that occurred last November. Now is not the time to take a risk on Burress. As for Stover, if Shaun Suisham struggles during off-season work or suffers an injury, then the Redskins may look at free agent veteran kickers like Stover. He has kicked for the Baltimore Ravens organization since 1991 and has converted 83.7 percent of his field goals in his career.

Question: Do you think it is possible that the Redskins will draft a running back with their first-round pick?

-- Joe M.

Gary: I’m on record as saying the Redskins could use a Chris Johnson-type of running back, someone who adds lightning-quick speed and a dynamic presence to the offense. But I don’t think there’s a Chris Johnson-type running back in the draft. And the Redskins have other more pressing needs to address in the first round. They’re fine with Clinton Portis and Ladell Betts for another season.

Question: How do you think Reed Doughty will fit in with the outstanding play of Chris Horton last year?

-- Adrian M.

Gary: Doughty will compete with Horton and Kareem Moore for playing time in the Redskins’ secondary. It’s easy to forget how well he played down the stretch in 2007 taking over for the late Sean Taylor. Last year, a back injury landed him on injured reserve. Horton impressed as a starter at strong safety last year and Moore was solid in a reserve role at free safety. Doughty has the versatility to play both positions and he excels on special teams. He’ll be in the mix for a backup spot, at the very least.

Question: Do you think the Redskins will re-sign Marcus Washington? He was a good leader and could help groom a young linebacker.

-- Michael F.

Gary: Washington remains a free agent, and it appears he is weighing his options right now. Once NFL teams begin OTAs and mini-camps in May and June, I expect Washington will come to a decision. Will it be with the Redskins? Strong-side linebacker has become a lot more crowded lately with the signing of veteran Robert Thomas. Plus, defensive end Chris Wilson is converting to linebacker this offseason. And the Redskins are likely to address linebacker in the upcoming NFL Draft. As time passes, I think it becomes increasingly unlikely that Washington returns to, well, Washington.

Question: Why are people so excited about Colt Brennan? He played well in one or two games last preseason, and has looked shaky in every other game.

-- John M.

Gary: Wow, there has been a deluge of Colt Brennan questions and comments this week. And, yes, it appears many fans want him inserted as the Redskins’ starting quarterback now. Right now. The reason why people are so excited about Brennan is that he showed some flashes last preseason and he is, simply put, the backup quarterback. It’s true that everybody loves the backup quarterback. Brennan has potential, certainly, but he is in his second year after playing in a run-and-shoot offense in Hawaii. He must continue to learn Jim Zorn’s offense, refine technique and continue to adjust to the NFL level before anyone thinks about inserting him as a starter.

I think the mail bag really gives insight on what they want to do in the draft. I guess Chris will be converting to DE and Washington might not be coming back. We have our eyes on Mauluga and Cushing as well. So what does everyone think about the answers???

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I think the mail bag really gives insight on what they want to do in the draft. I guess Chris will be converting to DE and Washington might not be coming back. We have our eyes on Mauluga and Cushing as well. So what does everyone think about the answers???

See I disagree that the mail bag dictates a direction the skins are leaning on. The first question asked specifically about just Mauluga and Cushing. The question forced whoever was answering the question to answer JUST between those two individuals. It doesn't necessarily mean the skins are leaning toward just these two players let alone this position at the 13 pick overall. Though they could.

Thank you for posting, good read

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I figured they had looked into Sidsbury but it's cool to get some confirmation. They'll have to figure out a way to get into the 2nd round, possibly early second, if they want him.

Does anybody no how much coverage other teams get when working out players. I know it's up to the players or teams to say who they've been meeting with, but I find it somewhat frustrating trying to find out who the Redskins are bringing in for workouts. I don't care whether they divulge their level of interest, I just like to know who they have any level of interest in.

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The way I see it, we've probably got a few guys we're looking at and so if we can get any of those we'd be satisfied, but I think we'd be even happier if we could do something like we did last year and wind up getting 2 or 3 guys that are high on our list.

But the real question is are any of these guys that we really like going to drop like Merling, Thomas and Kelly did last year?

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I really don't like the idea of Cushing or Malaluga. But oh well...

IMHO one of the three USC LBs will have a successful NFL career, but which one? I'd prefer we stay away from them as well because I think they're big time products of the USC system. I wouldn't be completely outraged if we ended up choosing one of them but I would prefer one of the big four OT. Also, I don't see how we can draft a DE (ie Brown, Ayers) and expect them to come in and start.

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"Chris Wilson is converting to linebacker this offseason."

Is this news recent? I hadn't heard of this.

From about a week ago: http://blog.redskins.com/2009/04/01/greg-blache-talks-winning-frogs-and-strongside-linebackers/#continued

But there was one interesting tidbit, one that explained Chris Wilson's comment from yesterday that "I'm pretty excited to see how they're gonna use me this year" -- because Blache mentioned that the team was looking at Wilson to potentially help fill the role of strongside linebacker.

"Yeah," Wilson told me, "I'm pretty excited for that. I've played the position before, and it's all stuff that I can do."

Wilson, at 6-4, 246, is similar in size to 6-3, 248 pound Marcus Washington, who played the strongside position last year, so it makes some kind of sense, and he's also known for his speed as a lineman. It's still an experiment at this point, barely more than an idea, but it at least offers a solid glimpse at the team's plans as the 2009 season gets closer.

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Did that guy really say Colt wasn't ready to be the starter?

Imagine that, someone who spends 5 days a week at Redskins Park talking to players, coaches and front office staff knows more than a bunch of morons on a message board about the readiness of our 3rd string QB. Shocking.

I'd really love for Colt to get some 'meaningful' time so the Cult will see how not ready he is. He'd make us long for Danny Wuerffel, seriously.

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Shouldn't "if Suisham struggles" be changed to when "Suisham struggles"? Please let us get Stover

He will be the kicking champion of the offseason and the coaches will say "we'll stick with him for another season. He is showing some real improvements in his game" but he will be mediocre when the game comes around.

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He will be the kicking champion of the offseason and the coaches will say "we'll stick with him for another season. He is showing some real improvements in his game" but he will be mediocre when the game comes around.

He needs a decent consistent holder and while I love Stover you need to add a kickoff specialist or a punter that can kickoff.

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