London Fletcher leaning towards playing in 2013 (updated)

[CultBrennan59]

Robinson played mostly special teams and some packages on defense, and then tore his pec. Lets wait and see if he's a wasted pick or not. We shouldn't give up on him, nor should we expect him to be the answer either.

[MTK]

If need be I think we could get by with a rotation of Alexander and Robinson at Fletcher's spot.

[skinsfan69]

Sometimes you gotta just let a guy get in there and play.... and now is the time to get Robinson in there. He can't be any worse in coverage than Fletch was. He might even be better in that area.

[CultBrennan59]

Originally Posted by skinsfan69

Sometimes you gotta just let a guy get in there and play.... and now is the time to get Robinson in there. He can't be any worse in coverage than Fletch was. He might even be better in that area.

Coverage is his strength. Its run defense where he struggled.

[skinsfan69]

Originally Posted by CultBrennan59

Coverage is his strength. Its run defense where he struggled.

I don't think he's even played enough to know whether or not he can play the run. But like Matty mentioned, there could be a combo between Robinson and Alexander....if we can get him signed.

[Evilgrin]

I gotta agree Pass Defense is where they need massive help, and he was as bad as anyone in coverage at times. Either that or he plays less downs on obvious passing situations, which means he needs to make less anyway.

I think he is 100% a HoF though, not sure how anyone could debate he isn't. The guy was an alternate 11 times in 12 season at one point.

[InsaneBoost]

Wasn't Riley brought in to ultimately replace Fletcher? Everything I've seen from Riley suggest he'll be fine. Question is about the rest of the LB's. Health wise, growth, etc.

[MTK]

I think it's way premature to make any assumptions about Robinson.

[Hog1]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

I think it's way premature to make any assumptions about Robinson.

I.........don't want to live in a world where....that matters.

[MTK]

Originally Posted by The Goat

This post is below your typical IQ IMO.

I've not heard/seen/read a single reference about Robinson impressing on a specific play, series or game. And again, now he's coming off a relatively serious injury. The rising notion he's a starter, let alone a good choice for replacing London, is just absurd. That's my point.

On the subject of absurd, you referenced one single play as a basis for your opinion. I don't think anyone is calling him a sure starter, but he's certain to be in the mix as a possible starter if Fletcher is gone. Fact is we're still in wait and see mode with him.

[SCRedskinsFan]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

On the subject of absurd, you referenced one single play as a basis for your opinion. I don't think anyone is calling him a sure starter, but he's certain to be in the mix as a possible starter if Fletcher is gone. Fact is we're still in wait and see mode with him.

Like we're still in wait and see mode with Goat...

Well, maybe not.

[BigHairedAristocrat]

At this point, ive moved on from Fletcher. He can still play at a high level, but given the salary cap penalty, the 4MM in cap room we'd save by cutting him is more valuable than he is.

[Chico23231]

London Fletcher having surgery today, planning comeback | ProFootballTalk

looks like he's coming back at a huge cap number

[mbedner3420]

Originally Posted by Chico23231

London Fletcher having surgery today, planning comeback | ProFootballTalk

looks like he's coming back at a huge cap number

We'll probably release and resign.

[NC_Skins]

Originally Posted by Chico23231

London Fletcher having surgery today, planning comeback | ProFootballTalk

looks like he's coming back at a huge cap number

Looks like the SKins are going to cut him. I think Mike was hoping Fletch made the decision easy for him, but I really would be surprised if he stays on with that cap number.