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Coach Rivera speaks to the media after Day 1 of rookie minicamp https://t.co/bU0xEnlm4s
— Washington Football Team (@WashingtonNFL) May 14, 2021
Jamin Davis:
Rivera was really pleased with the athleticism he saw. It served as a reminder of how explosive Jamin Davis was.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Athleticism:
Rivera time. Says today was about getting a sense of the traits he saw with players on tape. Appreciated their collective athleticism.
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) May 14, 2021
Jaret Patterson:
Jaret Patterson reminds Rivera of another small player in terms of skillset: Darren Sproles. He's quick and stout.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Yes, Jaret Patterson is small. Ron Rivera said so was Darren Sproles, a player he was with earlier in his career.
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) May 14, 2021
On the same page:
The biggest advice Rivera gave rookies: if you're not sure, ask. That way everyone stays on the same page.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Ron Rivera’s message to the rookies as they start this offseason work: If you don't know, ask. More gets added to the practice tomorrow.
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) May 14, 2021
Dax Milne:
Rivera said Dax Milne is a good route runner with more size than he anticipated, which he was pleasantly surprised by
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Sammis Reyes:
Rivera said Sammis Reyes is a "high-energy guy" who is fun to watch.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Charles Leno:
Rivera on signing Charles Leno. Says it adds depth and did so with a durable tackle. Not sure he mentioned the starting lineup in his answer. I'm gonna plug Leno in as the fave for the LT job.
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) May 14, 2021
First impressions:
Rivera said the first impressions he saw today are important because they're going to help direct players in their future development.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Dyami Brown:
Rivera liked watching how smooth Dyami Brown looked on the field, especially when it comes to running vertically.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Jaret Patterson
Opportunity:
Jaret Patterson is also addressing the media. He said draft weekend was kind of an emotional process for him, but he's really grateful that Washington gave him the opportunity.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Jamin Davis
Getting back on the field:
Davis said he was a little jittery this morning, but once he started running around the field, he became more and more comfortable.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Davis said it was "definitely" a sigh of relief to be back on the field today.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Jamin Davis and BSJ both were very relieved to simply play football again today. Jamin was cool with all the post-draft hype and interviews, but this is what he's here for, he said. As for BSJ, talking to 32 teams was a tiresome process; he's glad to settle in with Washington
— Pete Hailey (@PeteHaileyNBCS) May 14, 2021
NFL jersey:
Davis said there was a little bit of emotion when he saw his name on the back of his jersey this morning, but he also knew that he is just getting started.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Ron Rivera:
It was great for Davis to get out with Rivera and the rest of the coaching staff. After interacting with him, he know all the coaches expect him to be crisp with his assignmens.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Position:
Davis said he can't really pinpoint one position he's comfortable with, but he's going to play wherever the coaches ask him.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Dyami Brown
Versatility:
Dyami Brown is now addressing the media. He said he wants to show that he will give 100% with anything. He can show the deep routes as well as short and intermediate ones.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
First impression:
Brown thinks he gave a great first impression. He wasn't lax in anything and wanted to show that he could work hard.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Up-tempo:
Brown said North Carolina was constantly running an up-tempo, which he believes will help him get up to speed quickly at the NFL level.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Speed:
Brown thinks his speed is going to help all Washington's receivers. Defenses can't focus on just one person, and it's going to open up things for everyone.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Benjamin St-Juste
Learning to compete with the veterans:
Benjamin St-Juste is up next to address the media. He wants to learn as much as possible before the vets come in so he can compete with them.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
DBs Coach Chris Harris:
St-Juste already loves Chris Harris as his coach. There is no grey areas in terms of what he wants. He's able to demonstrate what he is looking for, and that was tremendously helpful.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Technique:
St-Juste says he's using a lot of the same technique with Washington that he was using in Minnesota, which he thinks help give him an advantage.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Versatility;
St-Juste on playin corner: I'm fine with it. I think I was brought in because of my versatility.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
St-Juste went on to say that he's going to play wherever the coaches want. All he wants to have an impact during his rookie year.
St-Juste said he takes notes on every position in the secondary, because you never know when you will be asked to adapt and switch positions.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Learning:
St-Just said he is not shy about asking questions. He doesn't want to be left behind, so he's going to ask Rivera and Harris whatever he needs to stay up to speed.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
William Bradley-King
Blessed:
William Bradley-King is addressing the media. He said he has been blessed to go through the past few weeks. He'll never forget the feeling of waiting until the seventh round to be drafted, but he believes there is a plan and he's happy to be part of Washington's defensive line.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Signing his contract:
Bradley-King said signing his contract was better than draft day. It was surreal, he said, and he was at a loss for words.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Chase Young/Montez Sweat:
Bradley-King has been already watching film on Montez Sweat and Chase Young. It's an aggressive front, he said, and he's glad to be a part of it.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Sammis Reyes
First time on the field:
Sammis Reyes is addressing the media. He said it was amazing and a great experience to be on the field. Of course there were a lot of questions, he said, but he's a quick learner and Pete Hoener has been great to work with.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Pete Hoener:
Reyes said Hoener is the kind of coach who is going to push you. And that's what he wants. He wants someone who is going to yell at him. He's going to look Hoener in the eyes, say "yes, sir" and do everything that he askes.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Learning the game:
Reyes understands learning is going to be a process, but he wants to be as comfortable as fast as he can.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Memorizing plays:
Reyes has a bunch of white board throughout his house. His girlfriend will call out a plan and he will try to draw it out as fast as he can.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Sammis Reyes' girlfriend is critical for his preparation, it sounds like. At home, she'll call out plays and he'll draw them out on a whiteboard. He also puts books around his place on the floor to help him with visualizing formations
— Pete Hailey (@PeteHaileyNBCS) May 14, 2021
Reyes has been working with his girlfriend on memorizing plays for a while now. He knows that is one of the most important things he needs to learn. As long as he gives the mindset of putting his best foot forward, things are going to work out.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Sam Cosmi
Improving explosiveness:
Sam Cosmi is now addressing the media. It was really productive, he said, getting all the individual work today. He plans on improving his explosiveness and punch over the next few days.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Competition at Texas:
Cosmi said going against great competitors at Texas is going to help him compete with Washington.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Work is just beginning:
Cosmi said it has been a great experience signing his contract, but like many of the other draft picks, he has the mindset of his work is just beginning.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Explosive athlete:
Cosmi believes him being an explosive athlete will go a long way towards separating himself from his competitors. Reminder: the man had 36 reps on bench press and ran a 4.8 during his pro day.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Cosmi believes his athleticism will help him get off the ball and get to his assignment quickly.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Hand punch:
Cosmi said his hands, such as getting his punch right, is something he has noticed he will need to pay attention to as he continues to develop.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021
Brandon Scherff:
Cosmi has been in contact with Brandon Scherff and he sees the Pro Bowler as someone he can learn a lot from.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) May 14, 2021