Shanahan: Williams is a natural for zone-blocking scheme

[RedskinsfaninBaltimore]

Good job Redskins!

You didn't f**k it up

[diehard]

Trent Williams's Madden attributes should be off the charts. The more I think about this guy, the more I like him. His versatility pretty much ensures that he'll start somewhere on the OL. And he projects to be a solid NFL OT.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by diehard

Trent Williams's Madden attributes should be off the charts. The more I think about this guy, the more I like him. His versatility pretty much ensures that he'll start somewhere on the OL. And he projects to be a solid NFL OT.

Nice to see you coming around

[MTK]

Originally Posted by diehard

Trent Williams's Madden attributes should be off the charts. The more I think about this guy, the more I like him. His versatility pretty much ensures that he'll start somewhere on the OL. And he projects to be a solid NFL OT.

What happened to the he's a thug talk, a holdout with poor work habits, he'll be a pro wrestler in 3 years, blah blah blah

[diehard]

I'm really impressed with Malcolm Kelly taking younger guys under his wing too. Go Skins!

[MTK]

Redskins Insider - The story behind Trent Williams' nickname and Roger Goodell's introduction

[ArtMonkDrillz]

The one thing that Shanny said in that first article Matty posted that I really don't like is that he already has Williams penciled in at LT. If a lack of motivation is the main knock on this kid I think you need to at least come out and say that he needs to work to earn that starting spot even if you don't really mean it. That said, I think we do have a good support system for Williams and I think he will be good.

And Dirtbag, as for the nickname, I think you need to emphasize the L and sort of drop the R when yelling it. "SIIILLLLLLLLLLVVVABAAAAAAAACK!!!"

[mredskins]

Originally Posted by ArtMonkDrillz

The one thing that Shanny said in that first article Matty posted that I really don't like is that he already has Williams penciled in at LT. If a lack of motivation is the main knock on this kid I think you need to at least come out and say that he needs to work to earn that starting spot even if you don't really mean it. That said, I think we do have a good support system for Williams and I think he will be good.

And Dirtbag, as for the nickname, I think you need to emphasize the L and sort of drop the R when yelling it. "SIIILLLLLLLLLLVVVABAAAAAAAACK!!!"

But really how often do you yell out OL names during a game, I personally never have.

[CRedskinsRule]

Originally Posted by ArtMonkDrillz

The one thing that Shanny said in that first article Matty posted that I really don't like is that he already has Williams penciled in at LT. If a lack of motivation is the main knock on this kid I think you need to at least come out and say that he needs to work to earn that starting spot even if you don't really mean it. That said, I think we do have a good support system for Williams and I think he will be good.

And Dirtbag, as for the nickname, I think you need to emphasize the L and sort of drop the R when yelling it. "SIIILLLLLLLLLLVVVABAAAAAAAACK!!!"

I don't think you would be as concerned if you watched Shanahan's 2 videos on Redskins.com. He does a lot of the "he has to prove himself", "you hope he's a starter but he has to prove it on the field", type comments. MS just doesn't seem like he's going to "give" anyone a spot.

[MTK]

Originally Posted by ArtMonkDrillz

The one thing that Shanny said in that first article Matty posted that I really don't like is that he already has Williams penciled in at LT. If a lack of motivation is the main knock on this kid I think you need to at least come out and say that he needs to work to earn that starting spot even if you don't really mean it. That said, I think we do have a good support system for Williams and I think he will be good.

And Dirtbag, as for the nickname, I think you need to emphasize the L and sort of drop the R when yelling it. "SIIILLLLLLLLLLVVVABAAAAAAAACK!!!"

He did say he needs to earn it. The question was worded like that to MS, is TW penciled in as the starter, he agreed but then stipulated of course he needs to prove himself.

[Longtimefan]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

He did say he needs to earn it. The question was worded like that to MS, is TW penciled in as the starter, he agreed but then stipulated of course he needs to prove himself.

I think it's safe to assume every effort will be made to get him up to par in whatever area he may be lacking. Being the #4 overall selection and the commitment made to him, it's difficult to fantom him not being in the starting line-up come opening day.

[CRedskinsRule]

Originally Posted by Longtimefan

I think it's safe to assume every effort will be made to get him up to par in whatever area he may be lacking. Being the #4 overall selection and the commitment made to him, it's difficult to fathom him not being in the starting line-up come opening day.

I am sure he will be starting against Dallas, just not sure whether he will be RT or LT.

[Pocket$ $traight]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

He did say he needs to earn it. The question was worded like that to MS, is TW penciled in as the starter, he agreed but then stipulated of course he needs to prove himself.

I picked up on that too. I am reading tea leaves but penciled in does not mean we are hitching the wagon up.

Personally, I want another proven vet LT on the team going into the season.

[mredskins]

I am glad we picked a LT but it hard to get exicited about OL picks. Even when we picked Lavar and Samuals, I was all pumped about Lavar and was like oh yeah that Chris guy too.

I know Chris was the much better pick but I don't know. Maybe it is like this when you buy a new hot water heater for your house, you needed it but really it is not an exciting purchase.

[JoeRedskin]

Originally Posted by mredskins

I am glad we picked a LT but it hard to get exicited about OL picks. Even when we picked Lavar and Samuals, I was all pumped about Lavar and was like oh yeah that Chris guy too.

I know Chris was the much better pick but I don't know. Maybe it is like this when you buy a new hot water heater for your house, you needed it but really it is not an exciting purchase.

Agreed - and perhaps the reason, in the past, the water was always cold at Redskins Park.