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NFC East Draft Debate: Who Fielded The Best Rookie Class?

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In the never-ending world of second-, third-, and fourth-guessing professional general managers/front offices, we lay out each draft class in the NFC East, assess posittions of need, and ultimately ask Redskins Nation what they think about the newly minted rivals.


 

 

Cowgirls Draft

Round Player Pos College
3 Jason Williams OLB Western Illinois
3 Robert Brewster G Ball State
4 Stephen McGee QB Texas A&M
4 Victor Butler OLB Oregon State
4 Brandon Williams DE Texas Tech
5 DeAngelo Smith CB Cincinnati
5 Michael Hamlin S Clemson
5 David Buehler PK USC
6 Stephen Hodge S TCU
6 John Philips TE Virginia
7 Mike Mickens CB Cincinnati
7 Manuel Johnson WR Okalohoma


This draft is full of guys that caused eyebrows to raise pretty much every time a new name was called. Jerry Jones possibly saved Vinny from making David Buehler a Redskin in this draft. Unfortunately for Dallas, the kicker might be the most recognizable name on this board, thanks to his studly combine performance (HGH Colada, anyone?) This draft was roundly panned by critics and Cowgirl haters alike. Of course, they burned their best ammo on Roy Williams. He is a pretty good receiver, but that trade still looks awful for Dallas, especially given Roy's stats as a Cowgirl and the absolutely zippy impact he had on their postseason chances. We know, however, that at least one guy from this draft will give us major headaches in the next 5-7 years. Who is it going to be?

As for the Giants... Continue reading this post >>

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New York G-boys Draft

Round Player Pos College
1 Hakeem Nicks WR North Carolina
2 Clint Sintim OLB Virginia
2 William Beatty T Connecticut
3 Ramses Barden WR Cal-Poly
3 Travis Beckum TE Wisconsic
4 Andre Brown RB North Carolina State
5 Rhett Bomar QB Sam Houston State
6 DeAndre Wright CB New Mexico
7 Stoney Woodson CB South Carolina


The Giants' front office has made some savvy moves in recent years during the draft. No defensive linemen were brought in this year, which is a relief--they could draft KevinE as a defensive lineman and turn him into a pass rusher. So I am glad to see they are standing pat for right now from a draft perspective. Hakeem Nicks looks like he is going to be a pain in our ass for a long time. At UNC, he showed the ability to go and get the ball as well as find the end zone. I predict he will be the best rookie wide receiver next year. And it absolutely breaks my heart to say that.

Iggles Draft

Round Player Pos College
1 Jeremy Maclin WR Missouri
2 LeSean McCoy RB Pittsburgh
5 Cornelius Ingram TE Florida
5 Victor Harris CB Virginia Tech
5 Fenuki Tupou T Oregon
6 Brandon Gibson WR Washington State
7 Paul Fanaika G Arizona State
7 Moise Fokou OLB Maryland


This is the best draft in the NFC East I think. Maclin and McCoy will play for them right away. Cornelius Graham is a crazy athlete that should make an impact in games by the end of the season, if not sooner. I remain unconvinced by the talking heads that this draft was second to the New York's draft. They traded a couple picks to pick up Jason Peters before draft day, and then traded some late day picks for Ellis Hobbs, who will factor in their defense right away. In my humble opinion, the Eagles brought in the best haul of any team in the NFC East. Stupid Iggles.

Redskins Draft

Round Player Pos College
1 Brian Orakpo DE Texas
3 Kevin Barnes CB Maryland
5 Cody Glenn OLB Nebraska
6 Robert Henson ILB TCU
7 Eddie Williams TE Idaho
7 Marko Mitchell WR Nevada


We have gone through this pretty exhaustively as a group this week. Pretty much a one-player draft for us, assuming Kevin Barnes takes a while to find a spot in this lineup. If Orakpo blows up, this draft is great for us. If he disappears, this draft looks bad quickly. I am optimistic (shocker) that the former will be more possible. But I simply can't put this group ahead of New York's or Philly's class at this point. Since we needed the pass rush specialist and got the top-ranked one, I think it is easy to rank the Redskins' draft higher than the Dallas' draft, one which seemed to lack rhyme, reason, and flow.

What do you think?

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Which team had the best draft in the NFC East?
Washington Redskins
258 votes
Philadelphia Iggles
467 votes
New York G-Boys
307 votes
Cowgirls
14 votes

1046 votes | Poll has closed

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How can you not mention Virgina Tech’s own Macho Harris?? He is probably going to make the switch from CB to FS but I dont think it will be a difficult one. Macho will need to fight his up the depth chart past some other young players (Demps, Jones) but I wouldnt be surprised to see him being our starting FS going into next year.

by dt3 on May 1, 2009 3:42 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I have to agree...

even if you are a Beagle.

Haynesworth, Orakpo, Carter, Griffin + all that depth = UNSTOPPABLE.

by VA_Skin on May 1, 2009 4:55 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Think you're a little a tough on the Redskins

Although, do agree as far as college performers the Eagles and G-Men had a solid draft, with my vote going towards the Iggles as the best.

We have gone through this pretty exhaustively as a group this week. Pretty much a one-player draft for us, assuming Kevin Barnes takes a while to find a spot in this lineup. If Orakpo blows up, this draft is great for us. If he disappears, this draft looks bad quickly. I am optimistic (shocker) that the former will be more possible. But I simply can’t put this group ahead of New York’s or Philly’s class at this point. Since we needed the pass rush specialist and got the top-ranked one, I think it is easy to rank the Redskins’ draft higher than the Dallas’ draft, one which seemed to lack rhyme, reason, and flow.

Given that #13 pick was solid with Orakpo.
3rd round selection of Barnes, was a excellent steal! He dropped due to injury concerns not performance with nickle and dime concerns on defense Barnes has the opportunity to learn and develop this year with Smoot being gone next year. Staying younger at corner with Tryon, Barnes, Rogers and Hall!
5 and 6 are projects but they are projects which are right where the Redskins need help and BOTH! performed, better said excelled on Special teams, need young special team players to replace guys like Thrash, Campbell etc Getting younger on Special teams.
Round 7: First choice is not a TE! but a FB an option who may develop
Round 7: Choice 2—> Malcolm Kelly’s Failure replacement???

by dr WNC on May 1, 2009 4:21 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I hate how much attention is given to the draft, particularly during and immediately after. I wouldn’t mind giving it at least until the middle of next year so that we can see if these people are any good. It might take Orakpo a year to develop and who knows if Barnes will stay healthy.

I know everyone outside of Long Island is waiting for Sanchez to be the next coming of Leinert.

by snowburnt on May 1, 2009 4:29 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I know :-(

I’m sorry :-(

thank you sir, can I have another?

by snowburnt on May 1, 2009 4:46 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

The Giants had an awesome draft, unfortunately. Hakeem Nicks has the chance to be the stud that they’re now missing.

by smutsboy1 on May 1, 2009 4:24 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Yea...

My friend coached at UNC the last 3 years, so I watched him play a lot…he’s going to be a force.

by KevinE on May 1, 2009 4:45 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yes he will.

Haynesworth, Orakpo, Carter, Griffin + all that depth = UNSTOPPABLE.

by VA_Skin on May 1, 2009 4:51 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

If he keeps his head

Nicks has all the positives, as long as he can translate into the NFL with an even head he will be an exceptional player. Other’s have failed with just as much promise
Its hard for a player you’ve watched progress the last several years to join a rival team, would like for him to to well but not really.

by dr WNC on May 1, 2009 6:03 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Agreed.

Haynesworth, Orakpo, Carter, Griffin + all that depth = UNSTOPPABLE.

by VA_Skin on May 1, 2009 6:09 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

the thing that scared me the most was the story about him putting on all that weight between the combine and his pro day. I understand he had a hamstring issue but is that going to happen every time he misses a workout or two??

What happens if (god forbid) he blows out an ACL and misses a significant amount of time?? Move him to OG??

by dt3 on May 1, 2009 6:34 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm sure Philly would be willing to sign him.

They like overpaying for out of position OLs.

Haynesworth, Orakpo, Carter, Griffin + all that depth = UNSTOPPABLE.

by VA_Skin on May 1, 2009 6:58 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

One thing's for sure:

The NFC East will once again be the toughest division in the NFL.

Haynesworth, Orakpo, Carter, Griffin + all that depth = UNSTOPPABLE.

by VA_Skin on May 1, 2009 4:57 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

again-AS...

Another year as it continues to be the toughest division. Expect Owens to light up the AFC east, even without a solid QB.
Expect Peters to struggle out of the NFC east!

by dr WNC on May 1, 2009 6:05 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

+1

All of these Beagle fans who don’t know that Peters will struggle in the NFC East are wearing some THICK rose-colored glasses !!!

Haynesworth, Orakpo, Carter, Griffin + all that depth = UNSTOPPABLE.

by VA_Skin on May 1, 2009 6:15 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

-1

all dem skins fans who keep on thinking a list of UDFA and 36 year old DEnds constitutes depth are sipping on that maroon and gold kool aid (with EXTRA sugar).

by dt3 on May 1, 2009 6:41 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

-1000

I’ll take a 36-year old Daniels over your no-name scrub backups any day. McNabb on his back and pipsqueak Westbrook on IR will be your rude awakening… eagle-lips.

Haynesworth, Orakpo, Carter, Griffin + all that depth = UNSTOPPABLE.

by VA_Skin on May 1, 2009 6:57 PM EDT up reply actions   1 recs

UDFA-The Hogs were built with them

But then the Hogs went on to win 3 Superbowls.
For Iggle fans:
A Superbowl is when a team plays and wins the last game of the NFL season, I know it’s difficult to understand and a concept void for Iggle fans but it does happen, could even ask the rest of the NFC east teams they understand too.

by dr WNC on May 1, 2009 9:33 PM EDT up reply actions   1 recs

yeah the 80s were great…. remember the 80s twenty years ago??

Hate to break it to you but none of these guys are the next Joe Jacoby (or Jason Peters if you will)

by dt3 on May 1, 2009 11:27 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Comcast is showing mini-camp

100% attendance!

Haynesworth, Orakpo, Carter, Griffin + all that depth = UNSTOPPABLE.

by VA_Skin on May 1, 2009 6:07 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

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