Getting to Know Brian Orakpo
by Kevin Ewoldt on Apr 25, 2009 8:45 PM EDT
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PrintJason, the Eagles SB Nation blogger who was at the Draft in NYC, just emailed me all the quotes regarding Orakpo:
Orakpo: "I talked with with Kirk Olivadotti and he really likes me, sees me as a SAM back (SLB) first and second and then it's time to get after it, third and long or whatever the situation is. Get down in the stance and rush the pass and do what I do best. That's the thing about me, I bring a lot of versatility to the table."
Also Cerrato said they "made a couple of calls" about moving up for Sanchez "but it was too expensive"
Vinny Cerrato on Orakpo: "I was shocked that he fell. I think the thing that helped was that if Cleveland would have stayed at 5, they would have probably taken Raji or Orapko and that takes a defensive player off. Then he probably goes. I think that helped us because an offensive player went, it pushed another defensive player back"
Then Orapko on the Skins: "I just felt it. When I met with all the other teams, the Washington Redskins had the best vibes. The coaching staff, the owner, the team, everything is just so great. I told them I would be very excited to have the opportunity to play for them."
How Excited is he to be a Redskin -- "Very Excited. The Redskins are a great, great program. I am just so excited to get down there and get started."
How surprised was he to still be on the board at #13 -- "To be honest I wasn't really thinking about it. I'm just kind of different. I just wanted to have the opportunity to be drafted and finally know where I go"
On how excited he is to play with Albert Haynesworth -- "I am ecstatic. Having one of the best defensive tackles in the game right now will make my job easier, I'll tell you that much. That is what you need, that force up the middle, so it will be great."
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I want to personally thank...
the Jets. For saving Vinny and Dan from making a huge mistake.
by TexSkins on Apr 25, 2009 5:47 PM EDT reply actions 3 recs
Once I saw
Orakpo fall to the Skins’ postion, it was a no-brainer. I held my breath at number 5, nknowing the Jets were likely to trade up, and the Skin’s looking to do the same. I expected Orakpo to go instead of Maybin, and for Denver to possibly draft Orakpo, or perhaps, Pettigrew. The Bronco’s choice at least makes some sense. This has been a fairly odd draft, and of course, going against the concensus in analyst’s picks. Now, if the Redskins will get OL help in the third round, and the kid makes the team, we are in business.Then perhaps more in later rounds. Orakpo will also be saved from the omnipresent “wall” that rookies hit midway thru the pro season…reason beig there is alot of veteran depth, and that also allows him to have plenty of mentors. I am somewhat concerned about his lack of bulk, but is quite strong. He will benefit from putting on 10-15 pounds between this season and next.
ARMY STRONG
Surprised to see him
I really thought Orakpo would go in the top 10. He’s got that kind of talent. And then when the Bills picked Maybin, the stars aligned. I was really happy to see that, because I personally think he’s a miss.
I think we put him on the line, and then have one of the fastest and fiercest lines in the NFL. What a great pick, Cerrato. This guy is an absolute beast — squatting 600 pounds?
The Giants and Steelers and Ravens and Eagles all showed us that you need real talent on the defensive line to do anything in this league. And finally, we have one that is a real force to be reckoned with.
thanks jets
didn’t think Orakpo would fall in our lap
You have to admit
When the Redskins do have draft picks they usually draft well, thanks in part to Joe Gibbs.
The way I see it, the only OT left on the board who may have been worth taking at #13 was Oher. But considering Orakpo was still available, I’m definitely in favor of picking him over Oher.
I was wrong
In an earlier post my point was to trade up to draft a “money” lineman like Monroe, Smith, Curry, or “Rak”. I said that there was no way that specifically Orakpo would be there at #13.
I have never been so happy to be wrong. Great Job Snyderatto!!!!!!
Shocked
I did not think it would happen. Now where does he play? LB then DE in passing situations? Or is he going to share time at LDE and RDE? Do we need to go get Marcus Washington now?
Appears both, all...maybe
With a little more discipline I think he’ll play like Blache had Taylor playing late in the year.
4-3 to a modified 3-4….The defense will need to come together and become a unit. The unit can be special, with some superior players!
Thank you to the Jets!
Hope Sanchez works out for ya there!
Still can’t believe Snyder wanted to draft him instead of a real need position like OT, or DE
by williamhudsonlink on Apr 25, 2009 9:43 PM EDT reply actions
Want's are one thing, Action's are another
Taking a look is like “talking”, making a decision to not “overspend” is an “action”
Actions speak louder than words
Wants and actions
He wanted another qb when we have 2 decent young qb’s already. I don’t care if he chose not to overspend for Sanchez or not… it was a dumb idea to draft him when we have more pressing needs. His actions of wining and dining Sanchez proves he would have taken him if possible…
Sure… he didn’t because of the way it played out. But Snyder would have if he fell to 13. It still would have been a bad decision to take him there.
Gave me a stomach ulcer this week worrying about this garbage..
Hey Danny Boy… wish we had that second rounder we gave away for worthless Jason Taylor now chief! We could have drafted a better OT than we are going to end up with in the 3rd round.
by williamhudsonlink on Apr 25, 2009 10:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Dumb or not
Needs based drafting, or value based drafting. When a team states it performs value based drafting then looking at QBs, RBs, TEs and other will occur and then may be drafted if the right scenario occurs. No doubt if Sanchez falls to 13 then Sanchez is a Redskin.
Reviewing the Redskins FO/Coach comments on drafting Orkapo, he was a top-5 player on their board. Who were the other 5. Oher was not top ranked, which made the choice at 13 easy for them as Oher was not a consideration, no decision required.
I still take Danny over 75% of the other owners, he spends the money, his goal is to win a Superbowl every year and he learns and is learning.
Dont thank Vinny.....
There is no reason to thank Vinny for this pick…he fell in our lap……….lets see who we get in the 3rd and how last years group fairs this year…….I am not thanking Vinny yet…..although I do thank the Jets……….
Tony A
He could have pulled an Al Davis
and let the great talent pass right by.
Vinny deserves praise for doing the most obvious thing.
by Hardcore Legend on Apr 25, 2009 11:59 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm thanking him...
Vinny (and Snyder) could have outbid the Jets. Fortunately, like the Cutler situation, they decided not to overpay for questionable “upgrade.”
The difference between
an owner who will pay for talent and one who is looking to score a “big name” for name only.
Haynesworth, 41 million
Cassel 36 Million
Stafford 40 Million
Yeah it’s obvious that Danny-boy has gone on a spending spree for the RIGHT PLAYER
4th best defense
Just added Haynesworth and Orakpo. I love how fierce they both are. Eli, Donovan, and Tony have got to be nervous right now.
Now here's hoping
that Jamon Meredith falls to the 16th pick in the 3rd round. He looks talented. And his downsides look correctable.
Back to form?
CB with the top OG’s in the draft still on the board?
So maddening...
I just voted no to the new poll..
by Kevin Ewoldt on Apr 26, 2009 11:17 AM EDT up reply actions
He is a good kid though...don't mind the player...
just really would have loved an OL here.
by Kevin Ewoldt on Apr 26, 2009 11:23 AM EDT up reply actions
Redskins along with every other team ignore OL
Could it lack value….Why REACH for a need when top players (some say a 2nd rounder grade) is available.
Most Offensive lines aren't as old as the redskins
From that conference with Doc, Vinny really thinks the OL is in good shape. I think you need to assume your OL will take on some injuries….thats where the Skins are in real trouble. Draft Orakpo’s teammate Cedric Dockery maybe?
by Kevin Ewoldt on Apr 26, 2009 1:00 PM EDT up reply actions
But does the team reach?
They can add 10 undrafted lineman, then and still not have the roster filled out
Orakpo is benching over 500 lbs.
He and Daniels are going to be fellow gym rats.
Curry, Orakpo, or the top 4 OLs... or back.
So.... we've now got 'Rak and Albert.
3-4 defense, anyone??
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Blache
mixes in a 3-4 every once in a while and I think we might see it a little more this season. But we are so deep on the line that we will probably stay 4-3 (on paper).
Curry, Orakpo, or the top 4 OLs... or back.
I know....
but we have a guy huge and brutal enough to play nose tackle, and Rak says that he’s going to switch off between DE and LB.
We really ARE grabbing the personnel to play the 3-4.
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This.
Yeah, I’m down for sending Eli Manning, Tony Homo and Old Man McNabb to early retirement.
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Im glad we got Kevin Barnes at god value
but why not go for Rashad Johnson if we’re picking BPA? He does fill a need (more of one than corner I believe) and he could potentially be a beast.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=laydODN6xVk
Mike Tomlin is being interviewed now....
Suzy Kolber just asked what his philosophy was for drafting:
We look for good players that are good people and keeping them. We’re not seduced by someone else’s talent.
Snyderrato has half of that equation right.
And.....
the Bungles draft the first punter of the day in the 5th round….. FAIL.
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The Draft
Thank God for the NY Jets!!! I really hate it when my Eagles, Cowgirls, and Giant friends laugh at me because of the clueless decisions made by Vinnie (or as we all know, Danny). Next year we will win with Defense and I am ready for that!!!!!
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