Daily Slop: Andy Reid gushes about Alex Smith's ability; Would Vita Vea solve a long-standing area of need?

Andy Reid gushes about Alex Smith's ability, 'gigabytes' - Washington Redskins Blog- ESPN
The Redskins quarterback's former coach with the Chiefs plays up Smith's intelligence and qualities, adding that he was a salary-cap casualty in K.C.

Redskins Draft Countdown: Would Vita Vea solve a long-standing area of need? | NBC Sports Washington
Draft Countdown: The Redskins have played the 3-4 defense for nine seasons without a true nose tackle. Perhaps they will be able to solve that problem in this draft.

Jay Gruden: 'Without a doubt,' Redskins better at QB with Alex Smith - Washington Redskins Blog- ESPN
Jay Gruden likes a lot of what Alex Smith brings to Washington, including his ability to expand the offense.

Redskins on hold with Johnathan Hankins, but draft could yield DL - Washington Redskins Blog- ESPN
Beefing up their defensive front is a priority for the Redskins, who might add to the group with their first-round pick even if they sign a free agent.

Closing In On Return, Jonathan Allen Is Ready To Get Back In Flow
While Washington's first pick in the 2017 NFL Draft is unsure when exactly he'll be a full participant in football activities, he is ready to get going again soon.

Chris Thompson Is Running Again, Beginning To Build For Training Camp
For the first time since breaking his right fibula in November, running back Chris Thompson hit the practice field for some running drills, the next step in his rehab process.