Skins look to improve WR-Sign Roydell Williams (could add Hackett)

[skinsfan_nn]

With all the pulled hamstrings at the WR position.....again? I like the move to add veteran depth at the receiver position.

http://blog.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/

Posted at 12:04 PM ET, 05/ 3/2009 Skins Offer Deals to Washington, Hackett (Updated)

The Redskins have offered contracts to veteran free agent wide receivers Kelley Washington and D.J. Hackett, who participated in minicamp this weekend, a league source said. Washington is expected to decide on the Redskins' offer after visiting the Baltimore Ravens this week. Hackett was expected to take a physical this afternoon and planned to sign with the team today, a league source said.

[Paintrain]

If we get Washington that could spell the end for Thrash. Washington does the same exact things only younger and cheaper. Thrash dropped a good number of passes last year also. I was watching the Eagles and Giants games from last year recently and he dropped big 3rd down throws in both games. Catches that should have been made to convert and move the chains. I know he's a cult hero and all but he's not really a viable option anymore.

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by Paintrain

If we get Washington that could spell the end for Thrash. Washington does the same exact things only younger and cheaper. Thrash dropped a good number of passes last year also. I was watching the Eagles and Giants games from last year recently and he dropped big 3rd down throws in both games. Catches that should have been made to convert and move the chains. I know he's a cult hero and all but he's not really a viable option anymore.

Plus Thrash is 34 years old. I wonder though, if he stays healthy I would definitely prefer Hacket but Washington is also pretty good when he gets a chance to play. Bascially Hacket has more potential but Washington is the safer pick since Hacket has a hard time staying healthy.

[skinsfan69]

Originally Posted by Paintrain

If we get Washington that could spell the end for Thrash. Washington does the same exact things only younger and cheaper. Thrash dropped a good number of passes last year also. I was watching the Eagles and Giants games from last year recently and he dropped big 3rd down throws in both games. Catches that should have been made to convert and move the chains. I know he's a cult hero and all but he's not really a viable option anymore.

Yeah you could be right. It might be the end of the road for Thrash. But I'm not sure why Washington hasn't stuck on with anyone and had a big season catching the football. I remember he was a stud coming out of Tenn.

[Pocket$ $traight]

Originally Posted by Paintrain

If we get Washington that could spell the end for Thrash. Washington does the same exact things only younger and cheaper. Thrash dropped a good number of passes last year also. I was watching the Eagles and Giants games from last year recently and he dropped big 3rd down throws in both games. Catches that should have been made to convert and move the chains. I know he's a cult hero and all but he's not really a viable option anymore.

I really hope that Thrash doesn't make the team. The fact that he was a starting receiver for us last year was embarrassing.

[GMScud]

I actually think Hackett has the better shot to be a contributor in 2009. Not sure how he is on special teams, but the combination of his size and experience with Zorn/WCO sets up a nice hedge in case the struggles continue for Kelly and Thomas. He could turn into a solid possession receiver for us potentially.

Last year around this time I was all for signing Hackett, as were a bunch of folks here.

[2BIG2BSKINNY]

Originally Posted by GMScud

I actually think Hackett has the better shot to be a contributor in 2009. Not sure how he is on special teams, but the combination of his size and experience with Zorn/WCO sets up a nice hedge in case the struggles continue for Kelly and Thomas. He could turn into a solid possession receiver for us potentially.

Last year around this time I was all for signing Hackett, as were a bunch of folks here.

Good point... but with a past With Zorn and this offense could help the younger receivers as well. I remember a year or so ago all on this web site were hot and bothered about trying to get Hackett in free agency... It would of been expensive!

Now we get a useful WR in an offense he knows at a good price. Good move as of right now. He has not lit up the league like some thought but could be productive in this system and help the young wonder twins (kelly, Thomas)
You know like " I wonder when these two guys will start producing..."

[skinsfan_nn]

Originally Posted by Pocket$ $traight

I really hope that Thrash doesn't make the team. The fact that he was a starting receiver for us last year was embarrassing.

Thrash has been a solid Redskin special teamer/ great locker room guy (backup #4 WR for spot duty) having him at the #3 WR spot was a failure, I agree.

Thrash is coming of surgery this off season. I do not see him making the team this season in any capacity.

[TheMalcolmConnection]

The biggest thing I DON'T want is time going away from Kelly and Thomas. Yes, I want to win now, but we HAVE TO LET THEM DEVELOP.

[skinsfan_nn]

Originally Posted by TheMalcolmConnection

The biggest thing I DON'T want is time going away from Kelly and Thomas. Yes, I want to win now, but we HAVE TO LET THEM DEVELOP.

Being Kelly is not ready to go and Thomas has a hammy issue from yesterday, even though it doesn't appear to be much, it is the same problem hammy from last season. They will have plenty of time to develop, as it appears.

We have an old/weak WR core to say the least. And two unproven rookies, and yes I hope one of these guys can step up and be a #1 or #2 and challenge Santana but that remains to be seen.

Both these guys are veteran WR's in this league, have good size and know how to play the game, and are being signed for a reason. If Hackett stays healthy he is very familiar with this offensive scheme and could be a big asset. I like both these moves, they are needed.

[mredskins]

Originally Posted by TheMalcolmConnection

The biggest thing I DON'T want is time going away from Kelly and Thomas. Yes, I want to win now, but we HAVE TO LET THEM DEVELOP.

Don't worry their hamstrings will take plenty of time away from their development.

[Lotus]

Unbelievable. A week ago everyone whined about how we didn't draft more for the offense.

Now we bring in many bodies to improve the offense and everyone has given Malcolm Kelly up for dead.

The FO just can't win.

[johnwayne]

hackett ftmfw...i think he will be a good fit...

[dall-assblows]

isnt washington that guy that does the rediculous end zone dance when he scores against us EVERY preseason?

[MasterBlaster]

we should trade Moss, get a 2nd or 3rd for him next year, and let all the young and up coming WR, play now, the best way is to find out which one, really wants to be #1