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Here is the eighth mock from BBQ. Beginning today, a new mock will be added each day – including special mocks on Friday and Saturday. Some major adjustments have been made once again and an UDFA projection list has been updated. Possible June 1st cuts have been highlighted as well. As always, feel free to discuss it and add/subtract some players as desired. Additional features include current cap space and visits to Redskins Park - these will be updated accordingly.
BBQ Mock Draft Eight
Round One:
Robert Griffin, III – QB, Baylor
Griffin is the franchise QB that Mike Shanahan has been seeking since John Elway. Griffin has many similarities to Elway, but is a much better athlete. Redskins are quickly falling in love with RG3 and he will become the face of the franchise for many years to come.
Round Three:
Projected trade. With a higher pick in the third round, the Redskins move further down in the third round and obtain an extra fourth rounder.
Round Three:
Projected trade. The Redskins move down for the second time in round three and gain an extra fifth rounder in the process.
Round Three:
Donald Stephenson - T, Oklahoma
Is this the player who sends Jammal Brown to the waiver wires? The Redskins seem to like Stephenson and the feeling is mutual. Drafting a pair of tackles is not out of the question, but make no mistake about it, the coaching staff likes this young man and he is the first player to be selected in the “Oklahoma Run”.
Round Four:
Robert Turbin - RB, Utah State
Mike Shanahan has a knack for finding late round gems at RB and Turbin will be no exception to this rule. A sleeper prospect that is strong and very quick – a perfect fit for the ZBS running game. A running game featuring Helu, Royster, and Turbin will be a nightmare for opposing defenses.
Round Four:
Projected Trade. The Redskins use this trade to pick up a fifth and seventh rounder.
Round Four:
Jamell Fleming - CB, Oklahoma
Fleming is the second player to be selected in the “Oklahoma Run”. He is a quality prospect who will fill an immediate need as a nickel CB. He could become a quality starter within a year or two. Raheem Morris will be able to mold Fleming into valued member of the secondary.
Round Five:
Ryan Broyles - WR/KR, Oklahoma
Broyles has enthusiastically dedicated himself to coming back from a knee injury. His stock has dropped, but this is an unfair situation - Broyles is a legitimate late first round talent who has blazing speed. Drafting him would bring an end to the Santana Moss era in Washington. Is Broyles really a target? Here is how that question can be answered. The Redskins missed on Eddie Royal - the actual replacement for Moss. Enter Broyles. Last year, the Redskins made the University of Nebraska their draft headquarters. Sure, the Redskins are hanging out with Donald Stephenson, but Oklahoma will become the new Nebraska in 2012 for the Redskins.
Round Five:
Projected Trade. The Redskins use this trade to pick up a sixth and seventh rounder.
Round Five:
Philip Thomas - ,FS, Syracuse
During the offseason, the Redskins have been bolstering their safety corps and will continue to do the same in the draft. Thomas is a nice prospect and had a private workout with the team recently. Thomas’ suspected PED use earned him a suspension toward the end of the season, but it is believed that his mistake was similar to Jeremy Jarmon’s.
Round Six:
John Cullen - OT, Utah
Cullen is a RT prospect who could be a very reliable backup for many years. It would not be a surprise to see him as the opening day starter at RT as well.
Round Six:
Projected Trade. Jabar Gaffney has spoken and team officials are not pleased – the WR is traded. The Redskins use this trade to pick up a sixth rounder.
Round Six:
B.J. Coleman - QB, UT-Chattanooga
Coleman has the tools to be a decent solution as a long term backup in the NFL. He will need time to adjust to the game and could produce as a starter or in relief, especially when injuries occur to the starting QB.
Round Six:
Desmond Wynn - G, Rutgers
Desmond Wynn is another OL prospect that could start ahead of Maurice Hurt or Kory Lichtensteiger if he is able to learn and excel in the ZBS early on. At the very least, Wynn would be a very capable backup at both guard positions.
Round Seven:
Omar Bolden - CB, Arizona State
The Redskins had Bolden in for a visit and for a good reason – he is a very talented CB that could easily slip to the seventh round. Prior to missing the 2011 season with a knee injury, Bolden was considered to be one of the best prospects at his position. He is worth the risk here and could be a major steal at this juncture of the draft.
Round Seven:
Lonnie Edwards, G, Texas Tech
The Redskins look to the Big12 once again for a lineman and find a hidden gem in Edwards. He is strong in the running game and provides good QB protection in the pass happy conference.
Round Seven:
Shawn Loiseau - ILB, Merrimack
Shawn Loiseau is a very talented LB who could learn under the tutelage of London Fletcher. Loiseau has a high motor and the skillset to be a superb inside player for many years to come. Don’t let the small college label fool you – Fletcher came from a small school as well. Loiseau has the goods to be a great one.
Possible FA Pickups:
Jarrett Lee - QB, LSU
Marc Tyler - RB, Southern Cal
Derek Moye - WR, Penn State
Dan Hoch - OT, Missouri
Daron Rose - OT, North Alabama
Scott Wedige - C, Northern Illinois
Chigbo Anunoby - DT, Morehouse
DaJohn Harris - DT, USC
Akiem Hicks - DT, Regina University (Canada)
Josh Linam - ILB, Central Florida
Darius Nall - DE/OLB, Central Florida
Tashaun Gipson - CB, Wyoming
Matt Merletti - SS, North Carolina
* - Players in bold could be specific targets in the UDFA market. This is based on team needs and interest.
Players who have been to Redskins Park for a visit include the following:
- Arizona State CB Omar Bolden (Projected to be a sixth or seventh rounder - could be a late round steal if he returns to first round talent grade - missed 2011 with ACL injury).
- LSU DT Michael Brockers (Thinking he will drop to the third round? Not likely).
- Baylor QB Robert Griffin, III (On his way to town).
- Stanford QB Andrew Luck (Only if the Colts take RG3).
- Arkansas State S Kelcie McCray (A late round possibility - he has garnered some attention, but is probably no longer an option as the Redskins have added several safties in FA).
- Oklahoma OT Donald Stephenson (A possible 7th rounder or UDFA - Redskins seem to be very interested).
- Utah State RB Robert Turbin (Projected to be in the fourth round - moving up the boards - has completely overcome injury concerns).
Private workouts for team coaches and scouts include the following:
- West Virginia CB Keith Tandy (Projected to be a sixth or seventh rounder).
- Syracuse S Phillip Thomas (Projected to be a fourth or fifth rounder - has second round talent, but was suspended final two game of college career - probably illegal PED).
Redskins Cap Space – April 23:
$4.951 million.
Possible June 1st Cuts:
Santana Moss
Chris Cooley
Jammal Brown
DeAngelo Hall
BBQ Mock Draft Eight
Round One:
Robert Griffin, III – QB, Baylor
Griffin is the franchise QB that Mike Shanahan has been seeking since John Elway. Griffin has many similarities to Elway, but is a much better athlete. Redskins are quickly falling in love with RG3 and he will become the face of the franchise for many years to come.
Round Three:
Projected trade. With a higher pick in the third round, the Redskins move further down in the third round and obtain an extra fourth rounder.
Round Three:
Projected trade. The Redskins move down for the second time in round three and gain an extra fifth rounder in the process.
Round Three:
Donald Stephenson - T, Oklahoma
Is this the player who sends Jammal Brown to the waiver wires? The Redskins seem to like Stephenson and the feeling is mutual. Drafting a pair of tackles is not out of the question, but make no mistake about it, the coaching staff likes this young man and he is the first player to be selected in the “Oklahoma Run”.
Round Four:
Robert Turbin - RB, Utah State
Mike Shanahan has a knack for finding late round gems at RB and Turbin will be no exception to this rule. A sleeper prospect that is strong and very quick – a perfect fit for the ZBS running game. A running game featuring Helu, Royster, and Turbin will be a nightmare for opposing defenses.
Round Four:
Projected Trade. The Redskins use this trade to pick up a fifth and seventh rounder.
Round Four:
Jamell Fleming - CB, Oklahoma
Fleming is the second player to be selected in the “Oklahoma Run”. He is a quality prospect who will fill an immediate need as a nickel CB. He could become a quality starter within a year or two. Raheem Morris will be able to mold Fleming into valued member of the secondary.
Round Five:
Ryan Broyles - WR/KR, Oklahoma
Broyles has enthusiastically dedicated himself to coming back from a knee injury. His stock has dropped, but this is an unfair situation - Broyles is a legitimate late first round talent who has blazing speed. Drafting him would bring an end to the Santana Moss era in Washington. Is Broyles really a target? Here is how that question can be answered. The Redskins missed on Eddie Royal - the actual replacement for Moss. Enter Broyles. Last year, the Redskins made the University of Nebraska their draft headquarters. Sure, the Redskins are hanging out with Donald Stephenson, but Oklahoma will become the new Nebraska in 2012 for the Redskins.
Round Five:
Projected Trade. The Redskins use this trade to pick up a sixth and seventh rounder.
Round Five:
Philip Thomas - ,FS, Syracuse
During the offseason, the Redskins have been bolstering their safety corps and will continue to do the same in the draft. Thomas is a nice prospect and had a private workout with the team recently. Thomas’ suspected PED use earned him a suspension toward the end of the season, but it is believed that his mistake was similar to Jeremy Jarmon’s.
Round Six:
John Cullen - OT, Utah
Cullen is a RT prospect who could be a very reliable backup for many years. It would not be a surprise to see him as the opening day starter at RT as well.
Round Six:
Projected Trade. Jabar Gaffney has spoken and team officials are not pleased – the WR is traded. The Redskins use this trade to pick up a sixth rounder.
Round Six:
B.J. Coleman - QB, UT-Chattanooga
Coleman has the tools to be a decent solution as a long term backup in the NFL. He will need time to adjust to the game and could produce as a starter or in relief, especially when injuries occur to the starting QB.
Round Six:
Desmond Wynn - G, Rutgers
Desmond Wynn is another OL prospect that could start ahead of Maurice Hurt or Kory Lichtensteiger if he is able to learn and excel in the ZBS early on. At the very least, Wynn would be a very capable backup at both guard positions.
Round Seven:
Omar Bolden - CB, Arizona State
The Redskins had Bolden in for a visit and for a good reason – he is a very talented CB that could easily slip to the seventh round. Prior to missing the 2011 season with a knee injury, Bolden was considered to be one of the best prospects at his position. He is worth the risk here and could be a major steal at this juncture of the draft.
Round Seven:
Lonnie Edwards, G, Texas Tech
The Redskins look to the Big12 once again for a lineman and find a hidden gem in Edwards. He is strong in the running game and provides good QB protection in the pass happy conference.
Round Seven:
Shawn Loiseau - ILB, Merrimack
Shawn Loiseau is a very talented LB who could learn under the tutelage of London Fletcher. Loiseau has a high motor and the skillset to be a superb inside player for many years to come. Don’t let the small college label fool you – Fletcher came from a small school as well. Loiseau has the goods to be a great one.
Possible FA Pickups:
Jarrett Lee - QB, LSU
Marc Tyler - RB, Southern Cal
Derek Moye - WR, Penn State
Dan Hoch - OT, Missouri
Daron Rose - OT, North Alabama
Scott Wedige - C, Northern Illinois
Chigbo Anunoby - DT, Morehouse
DaJohn Harris - DT, USC
Akiem Hicks - DT, Regina University (Canada)
Josh Linam - ILB, Central Florida
Darius Nall - DE/OLB, Central Florida
Tashaun Gipson - CB, Wyoming
Matt Merletti - SS, North Carolina
* - Players in bold could be specific targets in the UDFA market. This is based on team needs and interest.
Players who have been to Redskins Park for a visit include the following:
- Arizona State CB Omar Bolden (Projected to be a sixth or seventh rounder - could be a late round steal if he returns to first round talent grade - missed 2011 with ACL injury).
- LSU DT Michael Brockers (Thinking he will drop to the third round? Not likely).
- Baylor QB Robert Griffin, III (On his way to town).
- Stanford QB Andrew Luck (Only if the Colts take RG3).
- Arkansas State S Kelcie McCray (A late round possibility - he has garnered some attention, but is probably no longer an option as the Redskins have added several safties in FA).
- Oklahoma OT Donald Stephenson (A possible 7th rounder or UDFA - Redskins seem to be very interested).
- Utah State RB Robert Turbin (Projected to be in the fourth round - moving up the boards - has completely overcome injury concerns).
Private workouts for team coaches and scouts include the following:
- West Virginia CB Keith Tandy (Projected to be a sixth or seventh rounder).
- Syracuse S Phillip Thomas (Projected to be a fourth or fifth rounder - has second round talent, but was suspended final two game of college career - probably illegal PED).
Redskins Cap Space – April 23:
$4.951 million.
Possible June 1st Cuts:
Santana Moss
Chris Cooley
Jammal Brown
DeAngelo Hall
