2013 NFL Offseason: Washington Redskins
Draft Grades, Season Previews, Team Needs, Free Agents
Washington Redskins (Last Year: 10-6)
2013 NFL Draft Grade: B-
Please note that the overall grade is not an average of all the individual grades. Other things are taken into account like team needs and goals.
Goals Entering the 2013 NFL Draft: The Redskins are missing their first-round pick because of the Robert Griffin trade. This is unfortunate because they're desperate for some help in their secondary. A receiver must also be obtained because Griffin doesn't have much to work with outside of Pierre Garcon.
2013 NFL Draft Accomplishments: Considering that Washington didn't have a first-round pick to work with, the front office did a solid job of finding players who could improve the roster.
The Redskins were desperate for secondary help going into the weekend, which is why they acquired three defensive backs to help them stop Eli Manning. I wasn't a big fan of David Amerson in the second round, but Phillip Thomas (No. 119) and Bacarri Rambo (No. 191) were both tremendous steals. Thomas was taken a round later than expected, while Rambo could have easily gone off the board 100 selections earlier.
I didn't like two of Washington's picks. Jordan Reed was a luxury selection, while Chris Thompson was just unnecessary, especially when the team obtained Jawan Jamison two rounds later. Still, the Redskins undoubtedly improved their chances of repeating as NFC East champions by bolstering their defensive backfield.
2013 NFL Draft Individual Grades:
51. David Amerson, DB, N.C. State: C+ Grade
David Amerson had an outstanding 2011 campaign and was once considered a top-15 prospect. And then 2012 happened. Amerson was picked on quite often. He probably should have been chosen in the third round, but he does fill a big need, regardless of whether Washington plans on using him at corner or safety.
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85. Jordan Reed, TE, Florida: C Grade
I don't think the Redskins have enough selections to make a luxury pick like this. Jordan Reed doesn't fill a need whatsoever, but he'll be an intriguing long-term weapon for Robert Griffin. However, Washington's secondary is terrible and is in desperate need of several upgrades.
119. Phillip Thomas, S, Fresno State: A Grade
I'm positive I mocked Phillip Thomas to the Redskins in the third round, so he's a slight steal in the middle of the fourth frame. Thomas is a versatile safety, which is exactly what Washington needs considering Brandon Meriweather's injury concerns.
154. Chris Thompson, RB, Florida State: C- Grade
Surprise, surprise, Mike Shanahan used a late-round pick on a running back. I don't know anyone who considered Chris Thomas a draftable prospect, but I don't want to be one to question a Shanahan running back pick.
162. Brandon Jenkins, DE/OLB, Florida State: B+ Grade
The Redskins found out the hard way how important rush linebacking depth is when Brian Orakpo went down in Week 2 last year. Brandon Jenkins is coming off an injury of his own (foot), but he'll provide a solid Plan B in the event of another player getting hurt.
191. Bacarri Rambo, S, Georgia: A Grade
The Redskins did a great job of coming away with two steals at the safety position on Day 3. Bacarri Rambo should have gone in the third or fourth round. Washington will love his instinctive play.
228. Jawan Jamison, RB, Rutgers: A Grade
Another running back? You don't say! Jawan Jamison was given a third-round grade from the draft advisory committee. He fell because he's a small back with a slow 40, but he plays faster than his 4.6. This is not a need, but I love the value here in the middle of Round 7.
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dcsween
05-07-2013
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"... don't you think bellichek followed shannahans lead? considering bill was a nobody then and mike won a super bowl approx. that same year. ..."
I see what you're saying about what Belichek was doing around the time Shanahan last coached in a Super Bowl, but the time period I'm talking about is the 2009 season. Denver released him at the end of the 2008 season for missing the playoffs for the third time in three seasons. Shanahan took a year off to study the game, including with Belichek and Cowher, who were at the peak of what winning teams were doing at the time.
IMAceman33
05-06-2013
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I don't get the problem with drafting Amerson at 51. You state in your mock that the skins desperately need corner help. They get one of the top 2 corners available (Jamar Taylor being the other on the board). Who should we have taken at 51 if not one of the best ball hawking corners in the draft? Please give me a name aside from Taylor. You said Amerson had a great 2011 and was beaten deep too often in 2012. That likely stems from being too aggressive and teams noticing that on film. Once he works with Morris, he'll get straightened out and when he does, those ball skills are going to be very prevalent. He's a B not a C+. It kills me when you guys gives grades that contradict what you predict in the mocks.
Mitch
04-29-2013
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@dcsween
don't you think bellichek followed shannahans lead? considering bill was a nobody then and mike won a super bowl approx. that same year.
dcsween
04-29-2013
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Tight end was not a luxury pick. Fred Davis (drugs and knee) is on a one year deal. Logan Paulsen (RFA resigned for 3 yrs) is adequate. Jordan Reed is who the Skins wanted Niles Paul to become. Niles Paul concedes he a special teamer first. Reed is hybrid TE/WR who gets yards after the catch. Shanahan's offense relies on YAC. Reed is a bulkier Garcon. Shanahan also follows Belichek's lead on football (Shanahan studied with Belichek during his post-Broncos sabbatical year). Reed is penciled in as Aaron Hernandez. This is a two TE league now.
Jarvis Le'Veon Wheaton
04-29-2013
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B- seems a bit low to me.
With hindsight we can see that taking Jordan Reed, a really good weapon for RG3 moving forward, didn't prevent the Redskins from filling their holes at Safety. So i'd bump that grade up to at least a B since he will give the Redskins either a really good TE duo moving forward a good option if the Redskins move on from Fred Davis after next season. You have David Amerson listed as #56 on your big board and considering Dwayne Gratz and Leon McFadden both went early 3rd round it seems unlikely they'd have been able to get him in the 3rd. He's the best ballhawk in the draft and with Ryan Kerrigan and Brian Orakpo getting after the QB he should have a lot of chances to get interceptions. C+ seems a bit low considering his great upside. Brandon Jenkins was a great value late 5th, injury or no, so I don't see how that isn't worth an A grade. The only pick that seems iffy to me is Chris Thomas. Seems like they should have had a solid B or even been pushing for a B+ with the draft they had.
sean
04-28-2013
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i thought our only bad pick was Thompson.. im all for a second running back and i think thats what Jamison will be.. loved the Amerson pick. kid is young and with Morris and Haslett coaching him, he could return to 2011 form. loved Rambo and Thomas. Jenkins is solid depth. I think Reed could be a stud in our offense.
i see Hall and Thomas starting at safety this year with Biggers and Amerson on the outside and Wilson in the nickel. not too bad if you ask me
Lawson32
04-28-2013
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Bolt fan, ask the Patriots
Walther
04-28-2013
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I haven't heard the comparison yet but Amerson is remarkably similar to DeAngelo Hall, who is moving to safety by the way. None of you on here seem to have made that point.
Football Obsessed
04-28-2013
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Bolt fan, the redskins went 10-6 last year while barely scratching the surface of their playbook thanks to the read option. They are returning 21 of 22 offensive and defensive starters including Brian Orakpo back from IR and addressed the secondary in the draft. The only reason this team won't meet the 10-6 mark again is injuries. They do lack depth mostly due to the cap penalties. If they stay healthy, they are a better team than last year. Even if RG3 can't go. Cousins is a future starter somewhere.
Bolt fan
04-27-2013
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How is a team supposed to improve when their 1st pick is #51 and they have a salary cap penalty. They got lucky last year with Morris. To their advantage the rest of their division has issues as well but I see an 8-8 season in my crystal ball.
Justice
04-27-2013
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Wish we could've gotten a receiver like Da'Rick Rogers in the 7th. Otherwise, good draft.
OlSkool1972
04-27-2013
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Luxury Pick? Where did I hear that before? Oh Yeah I heard it with Kirk Cousins and Reed will make everyone sound as silly as they did last year when they called Cousins that.
Football obsessed
04-27-2013
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From your own website before the Draft on Amerson:
NFL Matches: Miami, Tampa Bay, Jacksonville, Carolina, Tennessee, Atlanta, Oakland, WASHINGTON
Football obsessed
04-27-2013
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Your ranking of Amerson isn't fair. Yes he gets beat deep in man coverage. The Redskins run a predominately zone defense and drafted 2 safeties to support deep coverage. And frankly, you should just abstain from grading Shannahan running backs. What did you say about Alfred Morris last year? I don't understand Thompson either but we should both just bite our tongue because he'll probably get 1000 yards this season. I have no idea what to think of the Jordan Reed pick...
It's THOMPSON, Walt.
04-27-2013
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FSU alum here. I love the guy and am rooting for him big time after two ACL injuries.
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Season Summary:
Well, the ride was fun while it lasted. Robert Griffin had an exhilarating rookie campaign which saw him help lead the team to seven consecutive victories to close out the regular season. Unfortunately, Griffin tore his ACL and LCL in a playoff loss to the Seahawks, and it's unclear if he'll be ready in September.
Offseason Moves:
Team Needs:
- Two Safeties: Washington's secondary is an absolute mess. Help is needed everywhere, including both safety positions. Madieu Williams is a mediocre free agent, while Brandon Meriweather can't ever get healthy enough to see the field.
- Two Cornerbacks: Two cornerbacks must also be added. Josh Wilson is just OK, while DeAngelo Hall and Cedric Griffin are set to hit free agency (Hall was cut in March). Luckily, there will be plenty of corners available in Round 2. Signed DeAngelo Hall and E.J. Biggers
- Right Tackle: The biggest hole on Washington's front is easily right tackle. Jammal Brown is always hurt, while backup Tyler Polumbus performed miserably in his absence. Signed Tony Pashos and Jeremy Trueblood; re-signed Tyler Polumbus
- Inside Linebacker: Keenan Robinson barely played last year, so the Redskins don't really know if he'll be able to play alongside Perry Riley once London Fletcher calls it a career. London Fletcher to return
- Left Guard: Another offensive line upgrade is needed here. Kory Lichstensteiger, who isn't very good, happens to be a free agent. Re-signed Kory Lichtensteiger
- Wide Receiver: Robert Griffin loved depending on Pierre Garcon, but he needs other weapons to work with. Santana Moss turns 34 in June.
- Rush Linebacker: The Redskins will need depth behind Brian Orakpo and Ryan Kerrigan if Rob Jackson leaves via free agency. Re-signed Rob Jackson
- Punter: Sav Rocca's contract is going to expire in March, but he needed to be upgraded anyway. Re-signed Sav Rocca
- Defensive Line: With Kedric Golston and Chris Baker set to hit free agency, Washington should acquire some depth in this area. Re-signed Kedric Golston; tendered Chris Baker
2013 NFL Free Agent Signings:
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E.J. Biggers, CB, Buccaneers. Age: 26. 
Signed with Redskins
E.J. Biggers took over for a suspended Aqib Talib in Week 6 and played surprisingly well in coverage. He's a liability in run support, however.
- Jeremy Trueblood, OT, Buccaneers. Age: 30. -- Signed with Redskins
- Darryl Tapp, DE, Eagles. Age: 28. -- Signed with Redskins
Washington Redskins Free Agents:
Salary Cap: TBA.
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Darrel Young (RFA), FB, Redskins. Age: 26.
Re-signed with Redskins (3 years)
Darrel Young is one of the better fullbacks in the NFL. He was a terrific lead blocker for Alfred Morris this past season.
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DeAngelo Hall, CB, Redskins. Age: 29.
Re-signed with Redskins (1 year, $2.25 million)
DeAngelo Hall is a pretty overrated player. He's viewed by many as a top corner because of his high interception totals, but his tendency to get torched frequently is overlooked. Hall is also often penalized. He does make plays though, so he's a decent starter, but nothing more.
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Fred Davis, TE, Redskins. Age: 27.
Signed with Redskins (1 year)
Already an overrated player, Fred Davis tore his Achilles in October. He won't be completely healthy next year.
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Rob Jackson, DE/OLB, Redskins. Age: 27.
Re-signed with Redskins (1 year)
A former seventh-round pick, Rob Jackson made the most of his opportunity when Brian Orakpo went down with a season-ending injury. Jackson was solid in coverage.
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Kory Lichtensteiger, G, Redskins. Age: 28.
Kory Lichtensteiger was OK at times when blocking for Robert Griffin, but he was penalized 10 times in 2012, which is a ridiculous amount.
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Jammal Brown, OT, Redskins. Age: 32.
Jammal Brown missed all of 2012 with a hip injury. He's always been injury-prone, and at 32 (in March), he can't be counted on as a starter anymore.
- Madieu Williams, S, Redskins. Age: 31.
- Kedric Golston, DE/DT, Redskins. Age: 30. -- Re-signed with Redskins (3 years)
- Cedric Griffin, CB, Redskins. Age: 30.
- Logan Pauslen (RFA), TE, Redskins. Age: 26.
- Lorenzo Alexander, DE/OLB, Redskins. Age: 30. -- Signed with Cardinals (3 years)
- Chris Baker (RFA), NT, Redskins. Age: 25. -- Tendered by Redskins (original)
- Tyler Polumbus, OT, Redskins. Age: 28. -- Re-signed with Redskins
- Chris Wilson, DE/OLB, Redskins. Age: 31.
- Rex Grossman, QB, Redskins. Age: 33. -- Re-signed with Redskins
- Chris Cooley, TE, Redskins. Age: 31.
- Jordan Black, OT, Redskins. Age: 33.
- Tanard Jackson, S, Redskins. Age: 28.
- Sav Rocca, P, Redskins. Age: 39. -- Re-signed with Redskins (2 years, $2.24 million)
- Brandon Banks (RFA), KR, Redskins. Age: 25.
- Bryan Kehl, ILB, Redskins. Age: 29. -- Re-signed with Redskins
- D.J. Johnson, CB, Redskins. Age: 27.
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