HogHeaven1983 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I saw this mock draft and it made me wonder who we'd be wishing the skins would take. I am betting a lot of people on this board dont like Clowney due to his "effort and motivation" concerns. I wonder if a lot of people might be clammoring for a trade down to a team that wanted one of the top QB's? Picking up more picks would be good since the Redskins are loaded with holes all over. I guess one of the two OT's would be pretty safe too. The main thing is you dont want to BUST with the #2 pick in the draft (aka Ryan Leaf). MOCK DRAFT: 1. Teddy Bridgewater, QB, Louisville (6-feet-2, 205 pounds, Jr.): Yes, his slender frame isn't ideal and his deep ball accuracy needs work. But Bridgewater succeeds with his mobility, arm talent and efficient ability above the neck. He is a pro-style passer who is grounded, mature and has shown the ability to easily digest information. 2. Jadeveon Clowney, DE, South Carolina (6-5, 274, Jr.): A freak athlete with a very high NFL ceiling, Clowney has an explosive first step and accelerates quickly up the field to effectively disrupt the offensive game plan. The effort concerns are real, but the potential and natural talent make the risk worth it. 3. Gregory Robinson, OT, Auburn (6-5, 320, rSoph.): A two-year starter at left tackle, Robinson is an impressive athlete for his large frame with the quickness, agility and overall body control to cover a large area. His pass protection is still developing, but he is a devastating run blocker with a mean punch. 4. Khalil Mack, DE/OLB, Buffalo (6-3, 248 rSr.): A versatile, relentless pass rusher, Mack was extremely productive in college and holds several career NCAA records, including forced fumbles (16) and tackles for loss (75). He is always around the ball with his combination of speed, power and awareness. 5. Jake Matthews, OT, Texas A&M (6-5, 305, Sr.): Probably the "safest" prospect in this class, Matthews started three seasons at right tackle before moving to the left side in 2013. He is a technically sound blocker with good quickness and balance to protect the pocket against speed and hold up in space. 6. Anthony Barr, OLB, UCLA (6-4, 248, Sr.): A former running back, Barr moved to pass rusher last season and excelled for the Bruins, totaling 41½ tackles for loss the past two seasons. He needs to refine some technical aspects of his game, but his speed and strength off the edge are exciting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
U C S D SkinsFan Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Clowney! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goskins10 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 My 1st choice would be Matthews and put him at RT. I know that's a bit pricey for a RT, but think about the book ends that would create!! If not him, them maybe Barr. This would take the pressure off signing Orakpo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thekyle1591 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Khalil Mack is probably the best player ive scouted in this entire draft other than Jake Matthews. Clowney has some elite traits too, but will probably go number 1. Barr has some painfully bad tape. Like 5th round ****. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjfootballer Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Jake Matthews. Instant RT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planter Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Possibly Clowner but more likely I'd trade down and pick OL Zach Martin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevinthePRF Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Clowney, not even a close second. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTTRDynasty Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I honestly don't think there are that many elite prospects at the top of this draft. Question marks on all of them, which makes losing out on this pick a little bit easier to stomach. Same with last year's draft. We lucked into giving up picks with drafts centered around the depth of the class rather than drafts strong in top-end talent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrepDC Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Sammy Watkins imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIKKI8 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 If we have the second pick is Griffin on the team or do we need a QB? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradboyd80 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Definitely Clowney. Guy has baggage, but if you can tame him, he'd be a beast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goskins10 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Khalil Mack is probably the best player ive scouted in this entire draft other than Jake Matthews. Clowney has some elite traits too, but will probably go number 1. Barr has some painfully bad tape. Like 5th round ****. Barr has some bad tape because it was his first year at the position. Of course he is going to make some mistakes. Mack would be fine too. It just depends who would trade what. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chipwhich Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 This was my daughters first year at South Carolina. Clowney didn't have a great year Imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thekyle1591 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Barr has some bad tape because it was his first year at the position. Of course he is going to make some mistakes. Mack would be fine too. It just depends who would trade what. It was his 2nd year, and it didn't stem from inexperience, it was from lack of strength and any sort of pass rushing move. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoodBits Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Trade down 5 spots and grab Sammy Watkins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thekyle1591 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I honestly don't think there are that many elite prospects at the top of this draft. Question marks on all of them, which makes losing out on this pick a little bit easier to stomach. Same with last year's draft. We lucked into giving up picks with drafts centered around the depth of the class rather than drafts strong in top-end talent. No question marks on the play of Clowney, Matthews, Mack, Watkins or Robinson. All of those guys will come in and start and most likely be quality players, the real question marks are with the QBs and "athletes". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Epochalypse Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I agree with those who said trade down. Based on early indications this is a pretty deep draft and we could use the picks. My choice at those picks would depend on what picks we received, where we traded down to and what was available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlvinWaltonIsMyBoy Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I think Clowney is a generational type talent. I would take him and never think twice about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thekyle1591 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I think Clowney is a generational type talent. I would take him and never think twice about it. I don't know if I have ever seen such a burst off the line from such a huge guy. The quickness in which he beats guys is incredible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlayAction Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Go ahead and punish yourselves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rex Tomb Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 This was my daughters first year at South Carolina. Clowney didn't have a great year Imo. Was Clowney even in the discussion for elite defensive player until the big hit that went viral all over ESPN? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thekyle1591 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Was Clowney even in the discussion for elite defensive player until the big hit that went viral all over ESPN? Watch his tape for 5 minutes and that question will answer itself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98ORAKPO98 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I don't know if I have ever seen such a burst off the line from such a huge guy. The quickness in which he beats guys is incredible. Julius Peppers. But I would also take Clowney, and then pair him up with Orakpo. Either switch to a 4-3 or teach Clowney how to play OLB in the 3-4. Trade Kerrigan or beef him up to play DE in the 3-4. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DogofWar1 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Clowney is the obvious choice, but do we take him as an Orakpo replacement, and save the 5M, or re-sign Orakpo, and address another position. Personally, I'd probably see what we could get in a trade-down involving Clowney. Then target one of Sammy Watwins, Marquise Lee, Justin Gilbert, Ha Ha Clinton-Dix, Timmy Jernigan, CJ Mosley, Stephen Tuitt, or one of the tackles. No guards are really rated high enough to entertain until the late 1st. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMVLeGenD Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Sammy Watkins and Jake Matthews would immediately fill crucial needs, but I'd go BPA and take Clowney. Dude is a one of a kind physical freak. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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