Redskins Free Agency 2016

[JoeRedskin]

Generic Redskins specific free agency discussion.

Thoughts on acquisitions, news on acquisitions, potential adds, etc.

Given our GM's proclivities, likely to be pretty bland. Here's to winning the football season, not the offseason.

[mredskins]

After seeing the production Scott can pull out of a draft; FA is moot to me.

[JoeRedskin]

Originally Posted by mredskins

After seeing the production Scott can pull out of a draft; FA is moot to me.

Generally, I agree.

At the same, he also pulled in some very nice mid-season replacement UFA's along with rebuilding last year's D with UFA signings (Knighton, Culliver, Goldson, Paea, Jean-Francois) (yes - Goldson a trade but was a pre-emptive trade as he was likely to be cut and be a UFA). While not spectacular, the free agent haul was nothing to sneeze at and certainly was essential in remaking the D: Culliver was improving as he adapted to the D until his injury, Knighton was a bit of wash, same with Paea, Francois was a good soliid pick-up.

Add in folks like Foster, Blackmon, P. Thomas, and it's clear McLovin knews him some UFA's as well. To me, he uses the UFA process appropriately - making good depth acquisitions at reasonable prices and not blowing the bank on any one player.

He has an eye for talent. Period.

[Irrefutable]

Originally Posted by mredskins

After seeing the production Scott can pull out of a draft; FA is moot to me.

The Redskins cannot rebuild solely through the draft. They still need a lot of help. The NFC will not be weak forever .

[JoeRedskin]

So everyone knows about Denver's Danny Travathon. Here is a solid breakdown of another potential ILB who looks solid and young. I like the potential of Tahir Whitehead. Of course, only things I know about him are in the article.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/...-could-pursue/

Really think we need to upgrade the ILB position. Foster and Compton are mediocre but competent. No longer a Riley fan. Whitehead seems to be a potential upgrade but may be just more of the same. Right now, from UFA's, I want speed and youth in the center of our defense. I am really okay with our perimeter guys - Kerrigan, Smith, Junior (assuming he is back), and Murphy. Same with DB's Culliver and Breeland are good starters and with better help/speed in the deep center, I think they are more than adequate.

ILB's and Safeties, however, competent but incredibly unremarkable. Not sure this year's draft has anyone who would be an upgrade here so think it has to be done by UFA.

[Alvin Walton]

I'm really hoping we can get Ragland in the draft but to grab Trevathan would allow us to get a damn nice DT which shores up our line and fixes a lot of our LB woes too.
But Trevathan will probably be mucho dinero.

[That Guy]

the jets have a DT, denvers got an LB, but the FA class overall is pretty weak this year, and i'm really against big money deals unless it's literally a can't miss, like Calvin Johnson in his prime.

scot makes pretty good decisions though (understatement), so the speculation game isn't as interesting.

[That Guy]

so, these 3 are back, no surprise.

Originally Posted by keim

The Redskins have tendered offers to all three exclusive rights free agents – linebacker Will Compton, running back Chris Thompson and punter Tress Way. Because none of them have three or more accrued years, the Redskins controlled their rights by making them an offer. All three figure in the Redskins' plans: Compton might end up starting again at inside linebacker; Way has solidified the punter position since joining them right before the 2014 season and Thompson served as a third-down back last year.

[Bucket]

Can only do so much with our cap atm. Don't see us diving to hard in FA. Maybe in week 2 or 3 we will fill depth. Can totally see us letting Knighton go because the draft is rich with DL. Maybe even 2 DL in the first 3 rounds.

[That Guy]

we can't let knighton go, because he's not under contract.

we get 16.5m from rg3, and 3-4m from letting roberts go, that covers kirk. hatcher and goldson have 8m cap hits that could be reduced, cutting kory or riley saves about 4m each.

it's not exactly endless cap room, but it's enough to go after people if we want to. again though, i'm not sure there's a lot out there to get this year.

any money saved will help with jordan reed next year and figuring out what we're doing with PG/DJ.

[Irrefutable]

another good list of sleeper free agents

NFL Free Agent Bargain Bin - Free Agency Update - Rotoworld.com

[Bangee7]

Originally Posted by Irrefutable

another good list of sleeper free agents

NFL Free Agent Bargain Bin - Free Agency Update - Rotoworld.com

Since we've tendered Compton, I think I'll switch my FA priorities.

I gotta feeling we'll do the exact opposite of what I'm thinking here, since we went defensive minded in last year's FA...but FA is for the big needs...draft is for the best players, so, here is what I would do.......

#1- S - I'd try to lock up an up-and-coming safety - we can use some younger legs back there. I expect D-Hall to play better this coming season, but injury risk is a concern.

#2 - NT ...I don't much about him, but Ian Williams sounds interesting. Played 58% of the defensive snaps. I still think we draft D-line, but we do stand to lose a lot of veteran presence on the line, depending on Hatcher's decision.

#3 -ILB - I'd love Trevathan- he is everything we need. But, I wouldn't break the bank to get him. Compton knows the calls, so if we get pushed, we could pair him with an athletic player (Spaight?) or a rookie, depending on how the draft unfolds.

#4 - I keep forgetting that we have to sign Galette, but I'd love to see what he could bring if he gets healthy.

I'm leaving out CB, but, if Culliver can't make it back, then I could see this being a bigger priority.


p.s. - for the draft I'd be looking at:
DL, C, CB, WR, QB, LB, RB for the draft.

Hopefully we can get a starting C from this year's crop.

[Chico23231]

Originally Posted by Bangee7

Since we've tendered Compton, I think I'll switch my FA priorities.

I gotta feeling we'll do the exact opposite of what I'm thinking here, since we went defensive minded in last year's FA...but FA is for the big needs...draft is for the best players, so, here is what I would do.......

#1- S - I'd try to lock up an up-and-coming safety - we can use some younger legs back there. I expect D-Hall to play better this coming season, but injury risk is a concern.

#2 - NT ...I don't much about him, but Ian Williams sounds interesting. Played 58% of the defensive snaps. I still think we draft D-line, but we do stand to lose a lot of veteran presence on the line, depending on Hatcher's decision.

#3 -ILB - I'd love Trevathan- he is everything we need. But, I wouldn't break the bank to get him. Compton knows the calls, so if we get pushed, we could pair him with an athletic player (Spaight?) or a rookie, depending on how the draft unfolds.

#4 - I keep forgetting that we have to sign Galette, but I'd love to see what he could bring if he gets healthy.

I'm leaving out CB, but, if Culliver can't make it back, then I could see this being a bigger priority.


p.s. - for the draft I'd be looking at:
DL, C, CB, WR, QB, LB, RB for the draft.

Hopefully we can get a starting C from this year's crop.

Good post and agree with your 1-4 priority list in free agency list. And galette is 99% so count him in.

McC has already said his priority after signing cousins is a) stopping the run on defense and b) getting the running game going.

I look for us to get stronger "up the middle" on defense. NT is THE area of focus. The free agent class at nt is kinda outstanding. Look for an add there. Next I could see us bring in an ilb who is a sticker, volume tackler vs the run. STrong safety could be the surprise signing. I'm watching the Kam situation closely. Getting a safety who can come up in the box and tackle would be a great addition.

I think center position will be an add in the draft. But look for an addition of a 1. run blocking tight end and 2. Running back who will compliment Matt jones in free agency

Stop the run, run the ball

[KI Skins Fan]

Originally Posted by Bangee7

Since we've tendered Compton, I think I'll switch my FA priorities.

I gotta feeling we'll do the exact opposite of what I'm thinking here, since we went defensive minded in last year's FA...but FA is for the big needs...draft is for the best players, so, here is what I would do.......

#1- S - I'd try to lock up an up-and-coming safety - we can use some younger legs back there. I expect D-Hall to play better this coming season, but injury risk is a concern.

#2 - NT ...I don't much about him, but Ian Williams sounds interesting. Played 58% of the defensive snaps. I still think we draft D-line, but we do stand to lose a lot of veteran presence on the line, depending on Hatcher's decision.

#3 -ILB - I'd love Trevathan- he is everything we need. But, I wouldn't break the bank to get him. Compton knows the calls, so if we get pushed, we could pair him with an athletic player (Spaight?) or a rookie, depending on how the draft unfolds.

#4 - I keep forgetting that we have to sign Galette, but I'd love to see what he could bring if he gets healthy.

I'm leaving out CB, but, if Culliver can't make it back, then I could see this being a bigger priority.


p.s. - for the draft I'd be looking at:
DL, C, CB, WR, QB, LB, RB for the draft.

Hopefully we can get a starting C from this year's crop.

Regarding your post, here is some Redskins FA rumor information from walterfootball.com:

3/4: The Cowboys, Dolphins and Redskins are interested in Nick Foles. - Ian Rapoport, NFL Network

2/25: Jay Gruden said he was optimistic about re-signing Junior Galette.

^ Your Priority #4

2/21: The Redskins will target a younger safety in free agency. - Tarik El-Bashir, CSN Washington

^ Your Priority #1

2/20: The Redskins are expected to have interest in Damon "Snacks" Harrison. - Mark Bullock, Washington Post

^ Your Priority #2

2/15: Terrance Knighton may not return to the Redskins next year; he'll only be back if the Redskins can't find another nose tackle. - John Keim, ESPN

2/2: The Redskins are "lukewarm" about re-signing Keenan Robinson. - Mike Jones, Washington Post

2/2: Andre Roberts is a potential (edit: likely) cap cut this offseason. - John Keim, ESPN

1/31: The Redskins are not expected to re-sign Alfred Morris. - Rich Tandler, CSN Washington

Read more at NFL Rumors

[30gut]

My Maroon and Yellow free agent board/target list Offense:


In no particular order:

QB: Colt McCoy, Scott Tolzien, Matt Flynn, Bruce Gradkoski
All rhythm drop back/wco QBs with varying levels of experience

RB: Robert Turbin, Kendall Hunter...well rounded prospects with ties to Scott

WR: Jermaine Kearse, Mo Sanu....well rounded ties to Scott/Jay respectively

TE: Jermaine Gresham-has familiarity w/ Jay and the offense, solid run blocking TE which was sorely lacking--role: stopgap, run block TE/back-up TE

Dwayne Allen (depending on money)

James Hanna-blocking TE, pending health check

Imo the team can address interior OL C/LG internally and add depth in the later rounds of the draft