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[quote=GTripp0012;819358]Yes it would, although I would hope that in the land where everything goes right for us, Armstrong would get the first shot at the third receiver over Moss. It might even make sense then to do some 4 WR stuff with a tight end in the backfield instead of a RB.[/quote]

I think it would make sense. Lots of receiving options with some protection.

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[url=http://www.realredskins.com/rich-tandlers-real-redsk/2011/08/watch-out-for-aldrick-robinson.html]Watch out for Aldrick Robinson - Rich Tandler's Real Redskins[/url]


Thought this was a good read & something to keep an eye on.

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A little disappointing that Gafney is #2. That to me is just awful.

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1. It's a preseason depth chart
2. What's the big scare about Gaffney being #2?

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[quote=SmootSmack;821385]1. It's a preseason depth chart
2. What's the big scare about Gaffney being #2?[/quote]

Not that there's a scare, but would be nice to see one of the young guys stepping up big time and grabbing some playing time. Gaffney's not bad, hey much much better than seeing Galloway.

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[quote=SmootSmack;821385]1. It's a preseason depth chart
2. What's the big scare about Gaffney being #2?[/quote]

Well they draft 50 wr's then play them with the first team and see what they can do. Why draft all these guys and hand a journeymen the #2 spot? Just makes me shake my head.

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[quote=skinsfan69;821376]A little disappointing that Gafney is #2. That to me is just awful.[/quote]

I would fully expect Gafney to be #2 when the season starts. He's a solid vet, nothing spectacular but can make the catches to move the chains. After he & Moss, Stallworth & Armstrong are the two guys that I think will push for the starting spot. REally don't know what kind of wr Stallworth is at this point. Used to be a burner, but he's older & w/a long history of injuries.

Would love to see Hankerson grab it right off but it sounds like his dropping habit will keep him back.

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Well Kelly is hurt and unfortunately probably done. Hankerson is playing his very first NFL game on Friday and should get considerable playing time this year, yet it's too early to start him.

The rest of the young guys (Austin, Paul, Robinson) were late round picks who at this stage in their career are probably more likely to find their niche on teams and for depth. As much I'd love to see a guy like Austin be our #2 or #3, that's probably not too realistic right now.

Further, I'm not sure what defines Gaffney as a journeyman

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Gaffney had 65 catches as the Broncos #2 last year. I don't think it's a bad thing that he's the early favorite to be the #2, at least to start the season. The rooks have a lot to learn in a very condensed time period. Not sure it's reasonable to expect any of them to contribute a whole lot early on.

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[quote=skinsfan69;821376]A little disappointing that Gafney is #2. That to me is just awful.[/quote]

Disappointing? So you'd rather trade for a guy who can't contribute? Look at Gaffney's stats for the past 3 years, he's a solid contributor and has been the #2 for Denver with Royal and Marshall's regular absences from the field.

Moss, Gaffney, Armstrong, Hankerson

much better than

Moss, Armstrong, Galloway, Roydell Williams (2010)

and also better than

Moss, Randel El, Devin Thomas, Malcolm Kelly (2009)


Heck, I'd take it over Coles, Gardner, Thrash and Taylor Jacobs too.



This is the best WR group we've had since the Posse. Beyond those first four are solid depth possibilities with Austin, Banks, Paul, Robinson, Stallworth, Kelly...

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[quote=Monkeydad;821412]Disappointing? So you'd rather trade for a guy who can't contribute? Look at Gaffney's stats for the past 3 years, he's a solid contributor and has been the #2 for Denver with Royal and Marshall's regular absences from the field.

Moss, Gaffney, Armstrong, Hankerson

much better than

Moss, Armstrong, Galloway, Roydell Williams (2010)

and also better than

Moss, Randel El, Devin Thomas, Malcolm Kelly (2009)


Heck, I'd take it over Coles, Gardner, Thrash and Taylor Jacobs too.



This is the best WR group we've had since the Posse. Beyond those first four are solid depth possibilities with Austin, Banks, Paul, Robinson, Stallworth, Kelly...[/quote]

I'd rather the young guys play, get experience and let them grow. We're not going anywhere this year so why slow the development of young players? Why draft Austin if you're not going to give the guy a chance? And this is not the best wr's since the Posse. No way.

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[quote=Mattyk;821401]Gaffney had 65 catches as the Broncos #2 last year. I don't think it's a bad thing that he's the early favorite to be the #2, at least to start the season. The rooks have a lot to learn in a very condensed time period. Not sure it's reasonable to expect any of them to contribute a whole lot early on.[/quote]

But this is not a playoff team. Right? So let em learn and get experience. Let's see how it plays out Fri. Really looking forward to some of the young guys getting some game time to show what they can do.

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[url=http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/dc-sports-bog/post/malcolm-kelly-gives-the-saddest-interview-of-training-camp/2011/08/09/gIQArWzY4I_blog.html]Malcolm Kelly gives the saddest interview of training camp - DC Sports Bog - The Washington Post[/url]

Time's up for Kelly. Even he knows he's about to get axed. Sad sad tale.

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[quote=Mattyk;821401]Gaffney had 65 catches as the Broncos #2 last year. I don't think it's a bad thing that he's the early favorite to be the #2, at least to start the season. The rooks have a lot to learn in a very condensed time period. Not sure it's reasonable to expect any of them to contribute a whole lot early on.[/quote]

I liked Jarmon but he wasn't going to contribute. I think Gaffney was one of our better offseason pickups.

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[quote=skinsfan69;821443]But this is not a playoff team. Right? So let em learn and get experience. Let's see how it plays out Fri. Really looking forward to some of the young guys getting some game time to show what they can do.[/quote]

As the season goes on sure, ease them in. But to toss them out there with limited knowledge & experience with the playbook and route running at this level doesn't help anyone.