Meet the Beast: Brian Orakpo

GridIron26 · 04-26-2009, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by SmootSmack

I don't know that any real smokescreen was in play with Sanchez, in my opinion. I know that Orakpo has been their true top choice for a while, and Vinny and co. had been going around saying "He's too good. No way he drops to us." Maybe his rep as a talent evaluator scared off teams ahead of him? And I also know that we should be happy that a) we had no 2nd round pick that we may have offered to move up to get Sanchez, and b) Cerrato is one guy who wasn't as keen as others in the organization on moving up to get Sanchez, this was Zorn and Snyder driven.

Zorn wanted Sanchez, as well?

skinsnut · 04-26-2009, 07:37 PM

Accidentally hit "d" when I saw the thread grade the skins draft...I thought this poll was for that....outside of orapko, I was quite a bit disappointed.
We definately needed Oline youth and depth.

I do like orapko...but I am concerned about his size a bit...I'd hate to have 2 small ends pushed around in the run game again.
Thats what hurt us last year

jsarno · 04-26-2009, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by skinsnut

Accidentally hit "d" when I saw the thread grade the skins draft...I thought this poll was for that....outside of orapko, I was quite a bit disappointed.
We definately needed Oline youth and depth.

I do like orapko...but I am concerned about his size a bit...I'd hate to have 2 small ends pushed around in the run game again.
Thats what hurt us last year

Well, espn reported he benched 515 pounds during the draft. I doubt he will be pushed around that much, even being "undersized".

The Goat · 04-26-2009, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by DIRTEE

How about torture Rak?

Uhhh, i'm not the most politically correct guy in the world but no that doesn't sit well LOL...bad timing more than anything.

skinsfan69 · 04-26-2009, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by SmootSmack

A few thoughts:

-The interest in Sanchez was legit, but they weren't going to trade up any higher than 8th to the Jaguars and they were relatively stingy in what they were going to give up. Plus, the deal would have had to have been coupled with a Campbell trade (or possibly someone else) for another 2nd or 3rd round pick

-A bit surprised that Orakpo fell, though not entirely (I had in my mock to the Skins a couple of weeks ago). His stock seemed to be falling recently through no fault of his own really. But this was the guy Vinny has wanted for a long time. He was definitely the driving force behind this pick. At the last minute I thought they might pick Cushing (he's another guy I know they liked), but I'm glad they went with Orakpo (Matty, sorry about the Maualuga text-my USC guy was messing with me)

-It is kind of funny though how we put so much focus on the dinner and private meetings they had with Sanchez, yet when a few of us pointed out the same exact stuff was happening with Orakpo...it was ignored.

-As for the pick itself, I think it's a good one. The knee issues obviously are something to monitor closely, but he has the ability to do all the things we envisioned for Jason Taylor (and he's a decade younger). He'll be exciting to watch.

You know that QB isn't the same as every other position. The fact that the FO was even thinking about it kind of makes you really wonder. I'm really looking for JC and the young guys to take off this year.

Ruhskins · 04-26-2009, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by skinsfan69

You know that QB isn't the same as every other position. The fact that the FO was even thinking about it kind of makes you really wonder. I'm really looking for JC and the young guys to take off this year.

It made me wonder too, but the team never tried anything with Sanchez. Had Sanchez been there at #13, we would have traded with the Jets. I'm glad the team didn't have to trade up to get Orakpo.

Hog1 · 04-27-2009, 11:06 AM

His news conference is on right now
ESPN Radio - SuperStream Player

tryfuhl · 04-27-2009, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Hog1

His news conference is on right now
ESPN Radio - SuperStream Player

tuned in but it had nothing to do with it

Hog1 · 04-27-2009, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by tryfuhl

tuned in but it had nothing to do with it

Not sure what's up. I listened to the entire thing and I clicked on the link I posted....no problems
Oh well, good interview, and a nice kid
HTTR

Monkeydad · 04-27-2009, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by The Goat

Uhhh, i'm not the most politically correct guy in the world but no that doesn't sit well LOL...bad timing more than anything.

I love the nickname, especially in D.C.

hail_2_da_skins · 04-27-2009, 11:48 AM

A...Outstanding selection. The Skins have needed a standout defensive end for years. Orakpo is a workout fanatic. The defense is much improved. I'm still a little concerned about linebacker depth, but guys like Fincher and Blades may step up.

SouperMeister · 04-27-2009, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by nimbh2

i would hate to be the opposing qb carter haynesworth and orakpo

And let's not forget how much better these additions make Griffin and Carter, both of whom may never see a double team again. Imagine how much better London Fletcher will be (if that's even possible). I can't wait to see our D smack around QBs this season.

GTripp0012 · 04-27-2009, 06:03 PM

Can we not act like Orakpo and Carter are going to start across from each other at the ends? We just went through a situation like this last year.

They'll be on the field at the same time in pass rushing situations, but on first and second down, it's going to be one or the other.

vallin21 · 04-27-2009, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by GTripp0012

Can we not act like Orakpo and Carter are going to start across from each other at the ends? We just went through a situation like this last year.

They'll be on the field at the same time in pass rushing situations, but on first and second down, it's going to be one or the other.

I agree with you G Tripp. You're not gonna see Carter and Orakpo both on the field. That's why they brought back Dainels and Wynn to play 1st and 2nd while Orakpo plays Strong Side, then on 3rd, Orakpo moves to DE so he can rush the passer.

The Goat · 04-27-2009, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by GTripp0012

Can we not act like Orakpo and Carter are going to start across from each other at the ends? We just went through a situation like this last year.

They'll be on the field at the same time in pass rushing situations, but on first and second down, it's going to be one or the other.

GT how do you project Rak as a SLB on 1st and 2nd down? Will he be able to cover and make plays in space as we require of our LB corp?

Edit: Also, how far is he from being a solid LDE...i mean both talent wise and bulk?

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04-26-2009, 07:37 PM	#122
skinsnut The Starter Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,172	Re: Meet the Beast: Brian Orakpo Accidentally hit "d" when I saw the thread grade the skins draft...I thought this poll was for that....outside of orapko, I was quite a bit disappointed. We definately needed Oline youth and depth. I do like orapko...but I am concerned about his size a bit...I'd hate to have 2 small ends pushed around in the run game again. Thats what hurt us last year __________________ I hate Dallas...Period

04-27-2009, 11:06 AM	#127
Hog1 Quietly Dominating the East Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Naples, Florida Posts: 8,377	Re: Meet the Beast: Brian Orakpo His news conference is on right now ESPN Radio - SuperStream Player __________________ Goodbye Sean..........Vaya Con Dios thankyou Joe....... Win! Always win! By fair means or foul, by soft words and hard deeds... by treachery, by cunning, by malpractice... but always win--Edward Teach

04-27-2009, 11:48 AM	#131
hail_2_da_skins Impact Rookie Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: St. Louis, MO Age: 57 Posts: 862	Re: Meet the Beast: Brian Orakpo A...Outstanding selection. The Skins have needed a standout defensive end for years. Orakpo is a workout fanatic. The defense is much improved. I'm still a little concerned about linebacker depth, but guys like Fincher and Blades may step up. __________________ "HAIL TO THE SKINS"

04-27-2009, 06:03 PM	#133
GTripp0012 Living Legend Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Age: 25 Posts: 15,143	Re: Meet the Beast: Brian Orakpo Can we not act like Orakpo and Carter are going to start across from each other at the ends? We just went through a situation like this last year. They'll be on the field at the same time in pass rushing situations, but on first and second down, it's going to be one or the other. __________________ Shanahan: “The bad thing is he's [Sav Rocca] probably our best offensive weapon and that’s not good.”

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