A.J. Smith to be Redskins GM?

Sound like it might be good news to us that Scot McCloughan turned down the Raiders.

So is the McCloughlin /AJ Smith choice an either/or choice? Or would they be working together? Seems to me they both are GM position level guys.

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I heard an interview with Michael Robinson coming into work....he would think McCloughlin would want only a GM position. He's the type who would want to run the show and has been in front office power struggles before and wouldnt want that environment again.

So seems like a long shot at this point if this is truely the case.

I read somewhere earlier today (I did a quick search on Twitter but couldn't find the link/source) that there's still a play for both to come aboard because Smith is still reluctant to move to DC full time as would be required but he still may get a 'promotion'. There's probably a structure that works for both of them to share power a la Bethard and Casserley back in the day.

For example Smith could be over pro personnel like pro scouts, free agents, maybe even involved in final say on the 53 while McC could be the director of football operations and oversee the entire scouting department, draft, coaching staff, football decisions and the ultimate decision maker for any player acquisition or release.

Either way, as long as Allen is off hosting an alumni picnic while the adults are making these decisons, it's an improvement.

I draw the opposite conclusion.

If we bring both McCloughlin and AJ Smith on board, neither would have any real power. They both would essentially be consultants. It would show the same pattern we've seen: that Bruce will only make changes which do not threaten his power and authority.

I draw the opposite conclusion.

If we bring both McCloughlin and AJ Smith on board, neither would have any real power. They both would essentially be consultants. It would show the same pattern we've seen: that Bruce will only make changes which do not threaten his power and authority.

I disagree Scot McCoughan turned down the Raiders job because they wouldn't give him the power of football operations if he comes here he will have control over all football decsions.

Either way, as long as Allen is off hosting an alumni picnic while the adults are making these decisons, it's an improvement.

LOL, that is an awesome quote!!

I thought Shanny had final say on all roster moves. If yes, why is Bruce being held accountable for the first four years?

If you want to fire him for not canning Jim last year, so be it.

Shanny received all the praise for finding Morris in the 6th round. He should receive the criticism for all bad picks.

Loyal Warpath readers (that is not a shot at you) know that Allen has always had a say in personnel matters. The idea that Shanny chose personnel and Allen just signed contracts is a false myth.

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Pretty much this exactly. If you really think about it though, these guy have zero chance of finding talent though.

Loyal Warpath readers (that is not a shot at you) know that Allen has always had a say in personnel matters. The idea that Shanny chose personnel and Allen just signed contracts is a false myth.

I don't think there is anyone who would argue that Bruce Allen had/has a say in personnel matters. Of course he has a say in personnel matters. But I think when it comes down to your job and credibility, if Allen has the chance to bring in someone who can make all the right moves in player (and coach) personnel while Bruce basically keeps his job, salary, and pseudo status with the team, then why would he not go for that? Everybody wins. Allen is viewed as the humble leader who will still be the face of the front office, but Scot and AJ (or Scot alone) would be the ones who truly do the heavy lifting. It would be a dream scenario for Bruce Allen.

Loyal Warpath readers (that is not a shot at you) know that Allen has always had a say in personnel matters. The idea that Shanny chose personnel and Allen just signed contracts is a false myth.

I was talking to someone like last night that deals with the Redskins often and he pretty much said that Allen's involvement in personnel decisions is way overestimated. I found this to be a bit surprising

I just don't understand what's the point of throwing money to this or that person if you are not going to allow them to do their job. Not to mention hiring people that are capable of doing their job. I was excited years ago about the Bruce Allen hire, but only because as a fan, we were sold a bill that Bruce Allen met all of the qualifications to do what ol' Vinny couldn't do for years which was stand up to Snyder and make quality football decisions. I'm not buying anything in the offseason anymore. Its all comical entertainment to me at this point.