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Today's press conference started with a quote very similar to something that was said at the end of the Mike Shanahan era. But it is lying season after all.
#Redskins GM Bruce Allen at start of pre-draft presser: "We're going to do our best not to lie to anybody today."
— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) May 6, 2014
Video:
#Redskins are 'ready to go' for 2014 #SkinsDraft; team not looking at any one position specifically: http://t.co/G6WULVz5gF #HTTR
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) May 6, 2014
New Draft Date:
#Redskins Bruce Allen: says they are going to try and avoid lying to anybody and called the extra time "awkward." Says "We're ready to go."
— Chris Russell (@Russellmania980) May 6, 2014
#Redskins GM Bruce Allen on this week's #SkinsDraft: 'We're ready to go.' Says extra time has allowed double, triple checking for scouts.
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) May 6, 2014
Campbell says his role in prep work for the draft has been the same this year as it was the four years under Shanahan.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) May 6, 2014
State of the team going into the draft:
Allen says the earlier minicamp, which preceded draft, helped give coaches another look at players, but didn't impact draft evaluations.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) May 6, 2014
Allen: "We feel like there are no gaping holes on the roster." But looking at draft, says they're looking at team in 2015, '16.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) May 6, 2014
Bruce Allen says after "active" free agency, he doesn't feel there are any "gaping" holes on the roster.
— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) May 6, 2014
Draft Depth:
Campbell says depth of WR position is better this year. But says quality throughout draft is there.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) May 6, 2014
Scott Campbell: 'You feel good' about the talent and the players in various positions that should be available in the later rounds.
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) May 6, 2014
Draft Trades:
Allen says he'd like to make a move to acquire more picks "in theory." Draft depth makes that possible.
— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) May 6, 2014
#Redskins Bruce Allen: "If we have a player with a first round grade, it will be less likely." to move down in draft. #NFL
— Chris Russell (@Russellmania980) May 6, 2014
Allen says the Redskins "will listen" to trade talk about possibility of moving up in draft, but that he thinks it's unlikely.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) May 6, 2014
Scouting Philosophy:
#Redskins Scott Campbell goes to Blesto first, than gives info to area scouts, then he wants to see top 150 around school restrictions.
— Chris Russell (@Russellmania980) May 6, 2014
Scott Campbell says he begins next year's draft prep three weeks after this year's. Expects to see top 150 college players each year.
— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) May 6, 2014
#Redskins Scott Campbell says his area scouts do not cross check different areas, wants them to stay & get deeper info in same region.
— Chris Russell (@Russellmania980) May 6, 2014
Scott Campbell says combine and pro days either confirm or cause you to change your mind on a player. Opinions already former.
— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) May 6, 2014
Tanard Jackson:
Allen says Jackson is "conditionally" reinstated by the NFL, and if he meets all conditions of physical exam "we might give him a chance."
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) May 6, 2014
Bruce Allen also says Tanard Jackson's return will not affect #Redskins' approach in draft (with respect to safeties).
— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) May 6, 2014
Allen hasn't spoken with Tanard Jackson.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) May 6, 2014
Developing Draft Picks:
Allen on developing draft picks: "I don't think you can say we've done well because of our record."
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) May 6, 2014
Trading Kirk Cousins:
BRUCE ALLEN says they're had no conversations about trading Kirk Cousins, they're happy to have three good quarterbacks on the team.
— Chick Hernandez (@CHICKatCSN) May 6, 2014
DeSean Jackson:
#Redskins Bruce Allen: says not having the # 2 pick overall did not impact the pursuit of DeSean Jackson even though cap figures are close.
— Chris Russell (@Russellmania980) May 6, 2014
Draft Philosophy:
Allen says there is no "one position" that the #Redskins need. They'll stick to draft board and go w best player available.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) May 6, 2014
Bruce Allen says he intends to follow the draft board ranking. If there's a tie, maybe they'll lean toward need. #RedskinsTalk
— Tarik El-Bashir (@TarikCSN) May 6, 2014
Allen won't favor 1 position over another during the draft: 'You're an injury away from having a need.' Team will get highest-graded player.
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) May 6, 2014
Evaluating Pass Rushers:
#Redskins Scott Campbell: says 43 ends to 34 evaluate overall but first priority is can they rush passer, then run D, then pass drops.
— Chris Russell (@Russellmania980) May 6, 2014
New Regimes Effect on Scouting:
Campbell says increased involvement on his part this yr has energized the scouts, as they feel they have greater impact on draft selection.
— Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) May 6, 2014
#Redskins Scott Campbell under new regime - "I think it inspires the scouts" & they come to a final Redskins grade all together.
— Chris Russell (@Russellmania980) May 6, 2014