CaliSkinsFan92 Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Ian Rapoport @RapSheet Source: Veteran LB Nick Barnett will stay in Richmond and sign a 1-year deal with the #Redskins. Ian Rapoport @RapSheet Nick Barnett spent the offseason getting healthy. He went through extensive physical work with the Redskins to make sure his knee was good NickBarnett @NickBarnett HTTR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gibbs Hog Heaven Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 I would of waited until the cut downs start; but I'll take a solid vet. for a year as cover. Hail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#1skinsfanever Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 I like this pick up wanted him when he was let go by GreenBay. Good move IMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murphs56 Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 I'm surprised he wasn't already on a team. The guy has been a tackling machine almost every year in the league Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sean and Laron show Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 I like this pick up wanted him when he was let go by GreenBay. Good move IMO Same here. I love the signing, he graded out as a top 10 linebacker by PFF last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murphs56 Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 @MikeJonesWaPo5m Source says Barnett fell in love with Redskins coaching staff and likes opportunity to play w London Fletcher. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RG3Hunna Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 I love this signing, this guy has playoff pedigree and can help serve as a SOLID stop gap for the year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terpfan Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Love the move. Honestly surprised he's willing to be a back up. Good, veteran player. Maybe he could even stick next year if London retires to bridge the gap to a younger guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Rook Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 This guy has some solid stats. http://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/B/BarnNi20.htm This is a very good signing. The Rook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rk3025 Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Defense just got better! Great signing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRobi21 Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 He already likes facing Philly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#1skinsfanever Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Maybe he sticks around after this season and replaces London until we are able to fill the spot with a younger player who can play Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darc Requiem Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 I'm honestly suprised he hasn't been picked up by now. I thought he'd end up with the Bears or back with Green Bay. Good move. He'd be a good starter and he's going to be a reserve here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mammajamma Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 maybe dumb question, but i cant find this anywhere: would he be put into a ILB or OLB role?or TBD? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWFLSkins Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 I am really confused that they were considering Mays over Barnett though, is his health still in question? I really like this pick up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregpeck99 Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Mays is better and younger ... but what the heck ... still a good pick-up. A move the Patriots would make. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRobi21 Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 maybe dumb question, but i cant find this anywhere: would he be put into a ILB or OLB role?or TBD? ILB all the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrJL Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 I was kind of hoping one of the UDFAs would step up, but I suppose that's what the practice squad is for Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobGriffin Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 If he still has something left in the tank then after this season London can retire peacefully and he can compete with Robinson for the opening. Like the signing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDiplomat Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 He was rated the #5 outside LB this offseason by PFF 5. Nick Barnett 2012 Grade: +6.0 2012 Snaps: 1,025 Summary: After two decent years in Buffalo, the Bills released the veteran linebacker. He showed sparks in 2012 of still being a great player, recording four games with four or more stops. He had a positive coverage grade in 2012, in large part due to quarterbacks avoiding him. His 9.4 cover snaps per target was the highest in the league for 4-3 outside linebackers. His Tackling Efficiency of 17.2 was sixth-best for 4-3 outside linebackers with at least 50 tackles. By the time the 2013 season hits he will be 32, so he won’t be making an impact in the league much longer. However, he can be a short-term fix as an every-down linebacker. https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/02/21/ranking-the-2013-free-agents-linebackers/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowhunter Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 maybe dumb question, but i cant find this anywhere: would he be put into a ILB or OLB role?or TBD? Keenans spot http://es.redskins.com/topic/368445-keenan-robinson-torn-pec-out-for-season/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chachie Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Mays is better and younger ... but what the heck ... still a good pick-up. A move the Patriots would make. I was not even monitoring the Barnett situation. Then I'm driving home tonight listening to Sirius NFL Radio. A Giant fan was lamenting their LB situation saying they won't have a run-stopper. Pat Kirwan replied, "Well the Redskins have one in town right now and if Nick Barnett leaves there unsigned, that's the one." I like the experience and the starter-quality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LetMeSeeYourWarFace21 Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 ALWAYS liked this guy, LOVE his demeanor, LOVE having him as a reserve. My spiderman senses are telling me that we are going to really appreciate this signing deep into the season. Welcome to Skins!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WakkaWakka Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Mays is better and younger ... but what the heck ... still a good pick-up. A move the Patriots would make. Younger is fact. But how do you figure better? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCranon21 Posted August 1, 2013 Share Posted August 1, 2013 Good pick up. I am not mad about this pick up. 2 years of 100+ tackles with Buffalo. He will definitely see action at ILB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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