2011 NFL Draft

My question is how can you determine what deal was a handshake deal and what isn't legit ? It seems a little off because rumors start sometimes with no merit, and just say that a deal was made that was rumored as a possibility does that automatically make it illegal ?

Well it'd be tough to prove I suppose (like free agent tampering), but let's say Gabbert felt all the way to #7 and the Niners pass on him and take Prince. Then as soon as the CBA allows for player trades again, the Niners trade Prince to Philly for Kevin Kolb, that could lead to some suspicion

Ok you would think we would at some point add a WR this offseason

Sidney Rice could be the answer if they change the RFA rules with the (hopefully) new CBA.

An interesting two-round mock draft by the NFP's Wes Bunting.

Two-round mock draft | National Football Post (http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Tworound-mock-draft.html)

2011 Washington Redskins: Is Jake Locker or Andy Dalton the Better QB Prospect? | Bleacher Report (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/662727-2011-washington-redskins-is-jake-locker-or-andy-dalton-the-better-qb-prospect)

A debate between which quarter back is better dalton or locker. i like dalton

^ I've always said JL first then Dalton.

Anyways who knows what we r going to do?? Some say trade down some say Quinn or Jones, now there is a rumor of trading up with Denver for Gabbert

trading up is not a good idea. even if gabbert is the cleanest qb

Update on Locker's stock
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UPDATE: Rich Campbell of The Free Lance-Star spoke to NFL Network analyst Michael Lombardi about how Jake Locker would fit in Mike Shanahan's offense with the Washington Redskins.

"When you look at what Locker's best skill set is, it's to be on the perimeter, it's to be moving in the pocket," Lombardi said. "He's not an accurate quarterback and he's not a dropback passer.

"Mike's passing game is about being on the edges and challenging, whether it's bootlegs, nakeds and things like that. He's looking for athleticism at quarterback. So when I look at Locker, I see a guy who would fit what Mike does."

- Vince Verhei

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On the day after Jake Locker's episode of "QB Camp" with ESPN's Jon Gruden aired, it's as good a time as any to check back in on the status of his draft stock.

Jim Wyatt of the Tennessean provided an update on Monday regarding the QB's visit with the Tennessee Titans. The Titans have appeared to have quite an interest in Locker for some time; however, it's uncertain whether they'd be willing to invest the No. 8 overall pick in the prospect. By all indications, Locker will need time to adjust to the rigors of the NFL game, thus the Titans would need to find a veteran on the market to handle starting duties in the meantime.

Another QB-needy team this offseason is the Washington Redskins. ESPN NFL Draft Insider Mel Kiper, Jr. has indicated that the 'Skins would have drafted Locker with the fourth overall pick in 2010 had the QB declared for the draft, and there's a possibility that their views on him have remained unchanged, meaning that they would consider him at No. 10.

If Locker makes it past that gauntlet, another potential landing spot is No. 12 overall, to the Minnesota Vikings. Tom Pelissero of 1500 AM ESPN Radio has reported that some in the organization believe Locker's makeup is similar to that of Brett Favre. Moreover, he wrote that "there is a growing sense around the NFL they're preparing to pounce on the Washington quarterback at No. 12 overall."

Here's where the wild card comes in. ESPN's James Walker reported Tuesday that the New England Patriots will be hosting Locker for a two-day visit. As you'll recall, the Patriots hosted Tim Tebow last offseason, though ultimately it was former Pats OC Josh McDaniels that drafted Tebow.

Based on all of this information, it would appear as though Locker could go as high as the Top 10, but he also could slip back -- as many draft pundits have predicted -- later in the first round. As the silly season of misinformation continues, nothing is certain until he's been picked.

YouTube - Gruden's QB Camp: Jake Locker (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWqU3VXIJY4&feature=player_embedded)

Wow, decisions decisions, Should we take an athletic/mobile QB who's not accurate (ie; Grossman), or do we look for an accurate QB who has some mobility? I'd prefer they took the accurate QB with some mobility. I'm tired of the strong armed non accurate QB's (Campbell, McNabb) and the non accurate mobile QB (Grossman). Time to just go out and get an accurate QB. Although McNabb rolled out it seemed more often then not he was simply tasked to drop back and pass.

So either get an accurate passer or pick up WR's who will go fight for the ball, or know how to adjust their route to go after the ball.

YouTube - Gruden's QB Camp: Jake Locker (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWqU3VXIJY4&feature=player_embedded)

Here's Mallet (I thought he was actually pretty solid)

QB Camp: Ryan Mallett - ESPN Video - ESPN (http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=6347583)

and Dalton (I'm still not really seeing the fascination)

QB Camp: Andy Dalton - ESPN Video - ESPN (http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=6338960)