Kirk Cousins pick 4.7

[SirClintonPortis]

Originally Posted by Giantone

Just asking here but for how long?I understand the logic here but how long do you think he(Cousins)will be happy as a back up,I'm sure he believes he's a starter in the NFL and will want a chance to prove it.I see a play me or trade me ....down the road.

He seems like a selfless guy who is willing to wait. Hence, I see no problems.

[skinsfan69]

I saw some of the ESPN guys hating on this pick. Did any of them see John Beck play? Or see Grossman throw passes a rookie would make? We needed to upgrade the position and I'm glad we got a guy that played big time college ball at a high level. Doesn't have the physical skills that RG3 does but he knows how to play QB. Cousins should fit in real well with the Shanahan's offense. I like this pick a lot.

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by skinsfan69

I saw some of the ESPN guys hating on this pick. Did any of them see John Beck play? Or see Grossman throw passes a rookie would make? We needed to upgrade the position and I'm glad we got a guy that played big time college ball at a high level. Doesn't have the physical skills that RG3 does but he knows how to play QB. Cousins should fit in real well with the Shanahan's offense. I like this pick a lot.

That actually might have been a heck of a compliment to Cousins. The fact that they thought he was even remotely a threat to RG3 speaks to his ability and his potential.

Either way it'll be nice not having Doug Johnson or Curtis Painter starting if God forbid RG3 goes down. We have nothing to gain anymore from loosing seasons at least for the next two years.

I really think that this can turn into a second or third round pick maybe even a first in two or three years.

[htownskinfan]

Originally Posted by skinsfan69

I saw some of the ESPN guys hating on this pick. Did any of them see John Beck play? Or see Grossman throw passes a rookie would make? We needed to upgrade the position and I'm glad we got a guy that played big time college ball at a high level. Doesn't have the physical skills that RG3 does but he knows how to play QB. Cousins should fit in real well with the Shanahan's offense. I like this pick a lot.

Yes but Beck was 2nd string so he doesnt play into this scenario.RG3 will be 1 and Gross 2,we could have signed anybody to be 3.I dont like this pick,we got our QB we dont need another one unless you want to spend a 7th rounder on one.Unless RG3 plays lights out in preseason this will make a qb controversy,the media will play it up because thats what they do and it will steamroll,especially if Cousins gets in preseason and plays well.I see no good coming from this unless RG3 gets hurt in preseason.

[skinsfan69]

Originally Posted by htownskinfan

Yes but Beck was 2nd string so he doesnt play into this scenario.RG3 will be 1 and Gross 2,we could have signed anybody to be 3.I dont like this pick,we got our QB we dont need another one unless you want to spend a 7th rounder on one.Unless RG3 plays lights out in preseason this will make a qb controversy,the media will play it up because thats what they do and it will steamroll,especially if Cousins gets in preseason and plays well.I see no good coming from this unless RG3 gets hurt in preseason.

The media is already starting up the BS and I think it's unfortunate for RG3. But there's a possibility that RG3 doesn't pan out. Everyone wants him to but if he doesn't then what? You've got another guy in the mix.

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by skinsfan69

The media is already starting up the BS and I think it's unfortunate for RG3. But there's a possibility that RG3 doesn't pan out. Everyone wants him to but if he doesn't then what? You've got another guy in the mix.

Luckily RG3 and Cousins are extremely mature so it won't be much of an issue but it really is amazing the reaction we got. You almost wanted to ask "who died" when you saw the faces of the media pundits.

[The Goat]

Originally Posted by Dirtbag59

Luckily RG3 and Cousins are extremely mature so it won't be much of an issue but it really is amazing the reaction we got. You almost wanted to ask "who died" when you saw the faces of the media pundits.

LOL I saw it too. And it was good entertainment to listen as they tried to rationalize the Cousins pick.

I think it signals Rex' days are numbered. Obviously the team went BPA w/ this pick, which I can appreciate.

[SmootSmack]

In and of itself I'm not at all surprised they took Cousins. After the Senior Bowl, we talked about how much they loved him. And remember when I had said the two most likely scenarios were Peyton/Cousins or RG3/Grossman.

That it'd be RG3/Rex AND Cousins (after moving picks to get RG3) is stunning...but I love it

[MTK]

Notes:
Son of a minister. Also played baseball (pitcher) and basketball as a Michigan prep. Suffered a broken ankle as a high school junior. Redshirted in 2007. Appeared in five games in ’08 as Brian Hoyer’s backup, completing 32-of-43 pass attempts (62 percent) for 310 yards with two touchdowns and one interception. Started 12-of-13 games in ’09 and passed 198-328-2,680-19-9 (60.4). Did not start against Illinois (right ankle). Made all 13 starts in ’10, totaling 226-338-2,825-20-10 (66.9) despite battling a sprained left ankle and sprained left (non-throwing) shoulder beginning in mid-October. Set the school record for single-season TD passes in ’11 after throwing for 267-419-3,316-25-10 (63.7) in 14 starts. A three-time captain, Cousins was only the second sophomore captain in school history. Leaves as MSU’s career record holder in TD passes (66), passing yards (9,131) and passing efficiency (146.1 rating). Produced a 27-12 record in 39 career starts, finishing as the winningest quarterback in Spartan history. Graduated in December with a kinesiology degree.

Positives:
Rare intangibles and leadership ability. Can rally a huddle and inspire a locker room when the chips are down. Outstanding work habits. Can line up and direct an offense — knows the responsibility of every player on the field. Very professional approach — takes pride in his craft, pays attention to small details and is meticulous in his preparation. Film junkie. Clean footwork — experienced in a pro-style offense working under center and from the shotgun. Quick to set and throw. Good release quickness — showed improvement as the season progressed and did not take a sack in the last five games. Sells play-action and can identify matchups and find open receivers. Effective on bootlegs and rollouts. Tough and gritty. Stands in the face of the rush and delivers. Very accurate short-to-intermediate touch passer — good timing, touch and placement. Produced 3-0 career record vs. archrival Michigan and rose to the occasion on big stages.

Negatives:
Has a narrow frame susceptible to taking a pounding. Can be too cerebral and mechanical with his reads. Has displayed a tendency to overthink the game, resulting in holding the ball too long. Average ball velocity — ball will flutter and appear to die outside the numbers if he cannot step into it. Lacks ideal arm talent to rip it deep. Not a scrambler and cannot improvise or create many plays when the pocket moves. Many throws are simple and predetermined.

Summary:
Has the intangibles and intelligence to develop into a highly efficient, dink-and-dunk, rhythm passer. Resemblance to 49ers QB Alex Smith and must continue developing physically to survive the toll of an NFL season. Could thrive with crisp coaching and confidence-building play-calling in a precision passing game such as that of the Texans, Redskins, Patriots or 49ers.

ProFootballWeekly.com - Draft Prospect - Kirk Cousins

[DynamiteRave]

My friend (a Ravens fan) texted me cuz I'm at work saying, "You guys have 5 QBs on the roster now! Wtf?" So I had to come check it out. But seeing who we picked up and that we let Beck go, I'm actually happy with this move. And my friend is an idiot. :/

[VegasSkinsFan]

Worth the pic just because we released beck

[NM Redskin]

[CapitalDefense]

Our only pick, minus RG3, who makes the team.

Could be our new Gus.

[exit0]

Originally Posted by CapitalDefense

Our only pick, minus RG3, who makes the team.

Could be our new Gus.

This is a really silly statement....

[Dirtbag59]