All things Redskins training camp

[over the mountain]

Originally Posted by Chico23231

i was told basically to shut up when i brought this up during the draft, too slow and big to play olb.

It too way way way too early to make a judgement on the transition, but he looks more like a DE to me. Great leverage player...but playing in space is such a big change.

Scot likes trench guys with long arms.

[skinsfan69]

Originally Posted by KI Skins Fan

Keim writes that Preston Smith looks slow in camp. To me, he seemed to lack quickness on his college film and I didn't like the pick in the draft. I doubt that he can play OLB in the NFL. Am I missing what the Skins saw in him to draft him as an OLB?

They had him lose weight to play OLB but I wouldn't be shocked if they ultimately decide to have him gain weight and move to DE next year. Seems like a better fit to me. But first let's see what he's got in the preseason games.

Yeah the reports seem to be that he's not having a good camp. Isn't Smith like 6'5 270lbs? Seems like he would be more a fit as a 4-3 end. It will be interesting to see how and where he plays Thursday.

[Chico23231]

DeAngelo Hall tells ESPN’s ‘E:60′ there’s more to him than MeAngelo - The Washington Post

all the DHall fans need to tune in tonight for E60. thats goes for his #1 fan Gtripp

[JoeRedskin]

With the caveat that I am not suggesting Smith is the same as any of these guys: (1) both Orakpo and Kerrigan were a 4-3 ends in college; (2) both Murphy and Kerrigan are listed at 6' 3" and 267 lbs. while Smith listed at 6' 5" 271lbs. So, physically, he is similar in build to guys we have drafted at OLB before.

I agree the reports out of camp on the guy have mostly been about him being a non-factor. Both RK and Orakpo came in, switched positions, and started day one. Murphy, who actually played OLB in college, had a rougher transition to the pros - and still may not be full time starter quality with a part of his issue being that reportedly he plays slow. To me, however, it seems Smith is even further behind than Murphy was at this time. Hopefully, he can grow into the position.

Again, yes he's a 2nd rounder, but, remember, we are in this for the long haul under Scot McC. It might take a little longer for Smith to emerge, but it's way too early to write him off just yet.

[MTK]

Originally Posted by KI Skins Fan

Keim writes that Preston Smith looks slow in camp. To me, he seemed to lack quickness on his college film and I didn't like the pick in the draft. I doubt that he can play OLB in the NFL. Am I missing what the Skins saw in him to draft him as an OLB?



They had him lose weight to play OLB but I wouldn't be shocked if they ultimately decide to have him gain weight and move to DE next year. Seems like a better fit to me. But first let's see what he's got in the preseason games.

Sounds like his problems are with technique and he's just thinking too much, common things for a rook.

[Schneed10]

If he had a great get-off on the snap he would have been a top 10 pick. No he's not a speed rusher, he's a technique and leverage guy. In the pros where the tackles are even more athletic, your technique and leverage needs to be perfect if you don't have the speed off the edge. Slow your roll guys, he'll learn.

But you know who does have speed off the edge? Junior Galette. Ahem.

[MTK]

Originally Posted by Schneed10

If he had a great get-off on the snap he would have been a top 10 pick. No he's not a speed rusher, he's a technique and leverage guy. In the pros where the tackles are even more athletic, your technique and leverage needs to be perfect if you don't have the speed off the edge. Slow your roll guys, he'll learn.



But you know who does have speed off the edge? Junior Galette. Ahem.

JG explodes off the snap, can't wait to see this Kerrigan/Galette duo in action.

[SirLK26]

Andrew Walker – ‏@AWalkerRedskins
Robert Griffin III gets the job done in 11-on-11 action. Unofficially 7-for-7 for about 120 yards and a 55-yard touchdown to Niles Paul.
12:41 PM - 11 Aug 2015


Tarik El-Bashir – Verified account ‏@TarikCSN
RG3 had a sharp practice today and afterward said, "from a mental and fundamental standpoint, today was my best practice in camp." #Redskins
1:16 PM - 11 Aug 2015

[SirLK26]

#SkinsCamp – Verified account ‏@Redskins
Trevardo Williams, DeSean Jackson, Ryan Kerrigan, Jamison Crowder, Will Compton, Bashaud Breeland, David Amerson all OUT Thursday vs. CLE.
12:48 PM - 11 Aug 2015

You can probably add Reed to this list too.

[EARTHQUAKE2689]

Originally Posted by SirLK26

#SkinsCamp – Verified account ‏@Redskins
Trevardo Williams, DeSean Jackson, Ryan Kerrigan, Jamison Crowder, Will Compton, Bashaud Breeland, David Amerson all OUT Thursday vs. CLE.
12:48 PM - 11 Aug 2015

You can probably add Reed to this list too.

Why is Jamison Crowder out?

[MTK]

Keep in mind this time of year if someone is the least bit nicked up they're not going to risk them playing. Injury lists always appear bigger than usual.

[SirLK26]

Originally Posted by EARTHQUAKE2689

Why is Jamison Crowder out?

He missed the last couple of practices with a hamstring injury, so I assume that.

[NC_Skins]

Washington Redskins make their own Slip N' Slide - Extra Mustard - SI.com

Slip and slide Camp edition.

[hutch17]

Hard Knocks is really making us look like crap, this is horrible editing.

[hutch17]

Can't wait to see Matt Jones DESTROY that corner next week.