Gibbs Hints 'Skins Will Draft A Defensive Player with the 9th Pick

rolle or pac man d johnson would be great, bring'em on. we need corner's more but a talent johnson doesn't come around very often so snag 'em if he's there.

I've been all 'D' since the season ended, even before we lost Smoot. I think if we can hold teams to under 20 points a game the offense will eventually get going, but if we are giving up 20+ a game, then we are in even more trouble trying to get an offense to score 3+ TD's a game.

Example:
Baltimore Ravens - Their offense ranked no better than 20th & their 'D' ranked no worse than #1
The Ravens won almost half their games by D turnovers & int TD.

In closing I feel powerhouse offenses are overrated, just look at the Chiefs last season, all the offense & a D that could not keep good teams under 20 a game cost them a shot at a SB.

I can't preach it enough Defense Defense Defense wins championships!!!!!!

In addition to that, I feel that we DO have the pieces in place TO become and offensive powerhouse. We have more weapons than the Ravens did and still do...

I'd be OK with a CB at #1, I'd still prefer Williams if he is on the board by then.

I'm pretty sure Rolle ran a 4.4, which is why is stock is kind of flying right now. You also have to remember that he had a turf toe injury this year which effected his play. I am definently for the idea of drafting a defensive player. I think its worth considering though droping down if we can and then taking a d-linemen and carlos Rogers from auburn. That guy is a baller i'm telling you guys.

If he is still on the board... do not be shocked if we go with Derrick Johnson at #9. I know the coaching staff loves Lamar Marchall, but he has NEVER played middle LB before... Derrick Johnson is the best LB prospect to come out in years, he is VERY strong and the FASTEST LB coming out (can run down ball carriers sideline to sideline) and if anyone can get the most out of him changing over to MLB, Gregg Williams is that man.

There will always be a Justin Miller, Corey Webster or Fabian Wahington (4.25 40-time) in the second round at CB.... we need a middle linebacker and I'm SURE Williams knows that!!

Johnson is going to be great, no doubt, but he's a natural OLB. I just don't see moving him inside.

I'd be happy with either Pac Man or Rolle (both have their pluses and minuses) if they are still available at #9. If not, trade down a few spots for a third rounder and take Rogers in the middle of the round.

Let's not forget guys this is the time for smoke screens. I wouldn't be suprised to see us go WR or CB, but he could just be blowing smoke. I still think they're undecided.

I'm judging only by what people have said on here, but I'm liking Rolle if he is available (he should be).

Most people think the Titans are going Rolle. We'll see how that goes.

Very true. They get rid of one for another...

The Washington Times is reporting:

The Hall of Fame coach hinted he will use the ninth pick in next month's draft to shore up a defense weakened -- particularly at cornerback -- by the loss of key players to free agency.

I've been convinced that we're not going after a wideout in the draft with the 9th overall pick. The Washington Times' latest article on the 'Skins leads me to believe we will in fact draft on defense.

I'm going to say it again, we're drafting Antrelle Rolle (if Adam Jones is off the board when we pick) with the 9th overall pick on draft day. I like the move. Any thoughts?
Why is everyone so high on Mike Williams? (I hope he isn't around for the Redskins to pick.)

If Redskins want to make a splash, trade up and get Braylon Edwards if they want the best WR.

If not, pick up Pac-Man Jones for corner depth and future. Not sold on Rolle. Or pick Troy Williamson, he is 6'1", 202 with speed. Or trade down and get a DE and 2nd Rd Pick if possible.

And what's with some Mock Drafts having the Skins pick Heath Miller, TE out of VA? Didn't they just draft a TE/HB last year? And traded up to get him? That logic escapes me....