Redskins sign former second-rounder Ron Brace

Kilmer72 · Post by **Kilmer72** » Thu Feb 14, 2013 1:36 pm

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/20 ... ron-brace/

Maybe he will fit our system.

Jeremy81 · Post by **Jeremy81** » Thu Feb 14, 2013 1:39 pm

I like it...any time you can get a little more depth and competition at that position, it's a good thing

emoses14 · Post by **emoses14** » Thu Feb 14, 2013 2:06 pm

Oh for

's sake. That first sentence is just precisely the kind of thing that fuels our fan bases' "us against the world" mentality. I know Florio has to pump his ridiculous "RGIII should use his cache to force Dan Snyder to change the team name" stance, but LORD what a stretch to include it in a roto wire note.

Chris Luva Luva · Post by **Chris Luva Luva** » Thu Feb 14, 2013 2:41 pm

PFT is starting to turn into TMZ.

aswas71788 · Post by **aswas71788** » Thu Feb 14, 2013 4:53 pm

He didn't show much with the Patriots, don't expect him to show much here. Maybe a back-up.........maybe.

Chris Luva Luva · Post by **Chris Luva Luva** » Fri Feb 15, 2013 8:52 am

aswas71788 wrote:He didn't show much with the Patriots, don't expect him to show much here. Maybe a back-up.........maybe.

In defense of the guy, it's hard to show much when you're stuck behind Vince Wilfork... We'll see what he can do here. Truth be told, we need a monster NT. We'd be the luckiest team in the world if this guy for some reason held talent hostage in NE and blew up here.

emoses14 · Post by **emoses14** » Fri Feb 15, 2013 10:55 am

Chris Luva Luva wrote:
aswas71788 wrote:He didn't show much with the Patriots, don't expect him to show much here. Maybe a back-up.........maybe.
In defense of the guy, it's hard to show much when you're stuck behind Vince Wilfork... We'll see what he can do here. Truth be told, we need a monster NT. We'd be the luckiest team in the world if this guy for some reason held talent hostage in NE and blew up here.

With a nod to your logic, I still won't hold my breath that he all of a sudden blows up as a monster that Belicheat couldn't figure out how to use better. Say what you like about the man, he clearly knows d linemen, linebackers.

Chris Luva Luva · Post by **Chris Luva Luva** » Fri Feb 15, 2013 11:31 am

emoses14 wrote:
Chris Luva Luva wrote:
aswas71788 wrote:He didn't show much with the Patriots, don't expect him to show much here. Maybe a back-up.........maybe.
In defense of the guy, it's hard to show much when you're stuck behind Vince Wilfork... We'll see what he can do here. Truth be told, we need a monster NT. We'd be the luckiest team in the world if this guy for some reason held talent hostage in NE and blew up here.
With a nod to your logic, I still won't hold my breath that he all of a sudden blows up as a monster that Belicheat couldn't figure out how to use better. Say what you like about the man, he clearly knows d linemen, linebackers.

Well, I'm not holding my best and I was just speaking of a best case scenario that would be very unlikely.

Even if the dude was a good player, he'd rarely see any time behind Vince Wilfork. Dude's arguably the best NT in the game and prolly a HOFer. It'll be interesting to see if we can get this kid motivated.

HTTRRG3ALMO · Post by **HTTRRG3ALMO** » Fri Feb 15, 2013 1:38 pm

Chris Luva Luva wrote:
emoses14 wrote:
Chris Luva Luva wrote: In defense of the guy, it's hard to show much when you're stuck behind Vince Wilfork... We'll see what he can do here. Truth be told, we need a monster NT. We'd be the luckiest team in the world if this guy for some reason held talent hostage in NE and blew up here.
With a nod to your logic, I still won't hold my breath that he all of a sudden blows up as a monster that Belicheat couldn't figure out how to use better. Say what you like about the man, he clearly knows d linemen, linebackers.
Well, I'm not holding my best and I was just speaking of a best case scenario that would be very unlikely.

Even if the dude was a good player, he'd rarely see any time behind Vince Wilfork. Dude's arguably the best NT in the game and prolly a HOFer. It'll be interesting to see if we can get this kid motivated.

I certainly hope so. Not leaning in either direction right now, but sometimes a player just never produces on a team even though they are good. Deon Sanders anyone?

Hopefully he somehow fits into our scheme. I mean just because we sign the dude doesn't mean we have to keep him all year. Hopefully he'll be a steal, but I'm not going to get hopeful nor doubtful in the meantime.

Best of luck to him!!

markshark84 · Post by **markshark84** » Fri Feb 15, 2013 3:33 pm

It is tough in that he was behind Wilfork, but one of the major reasons his draft stock was so high is because he played next to Raji.

HEROHAMO · Post by **HEROHAMO** » Sat Feb 16, 2013 8:40 am

Low risk signing. Just cross your fingers. He may work his tail off and become a keeper?

Irn-Bru · Post by **Irn-Bru** » Sat Feb 16, 2013 9:54 am

For someone like him, work ethic will be what makes or breaks his career here. Clearly he has talent, strength, athleticism, etc. Not a lot riding on it for us, but that's just reason not to get too optimistic.

RG3peat · Post by **RG3peat** » Sat Feb 16, 2013 12:38 pm

HEROHAMO wrote:Low risk signing. Just cross your fingers. He may work his tail off and become a keeper?

Exactally....low risk.

DarthMonk · Post by **DarthMonk** » Sun Feb 17, 2013 10:08 am

Ron Brace

6'3, 326 pounds | Boston College | Defensive tackle

Strengths: Brace possesses the size of a two-gap plugger, but the quickness to of a one-gap tackle. He uses that size and quickness to stuff the run nicely. He has a powerful base and is hard to move around. Because of that, running backs have to adjust where they're going or run right into Brace. Strong against the double team. During the 2008 season, Brace would regularly take up two blockers so teammate B.J. Raji could burst into the backfield. Uses his power to collapse the interior of the pocket. Good agility, which allows him to slide down the line really well.

Weaknesses: Not especially productive. Had only 27 tackles as a senior, which is just over two a game. Really not a factor rushing the pass unless he can push a blocker back or gets an open lane. Some questions about his durability due to recurring back ailment in 2008. Pursuit and effort are lacking at times. Doesn't always fight hard to get through double teams. Inconsistent with his technique. Will get too upright at times negating his his strength.

Final word: Brace is a top run-stopping tackle who was often overshadowed by Raji. He may not be much of a pass rusher, but his ability against the run warrants such a high grade. A second-team All ACC member in 2008 and honorable mention in 2007. Has some versatility because he's a multi-technique tackle.

Irn-Bru · Post by **Irn-Bru** » Mon Feb 18, 2013 11:19 pm

emoses14 wrote:
Chris Luva Luva wrote:
aswas71788 wrote:He didn't show much with the Patriots, don't expect him to show much here. Maybe a back-up.........maybe.
In defense of the guy, it's hard to show much when you're stuck behind Vince Wilfork... We'll see what he can do here. Truth be told, we need a monster NT. We'd be the luckiest team in the world if this guy for some reason held talent hostage in NE and blew up here.
With a nod to your logic, I still won't hold my breath that he all of a sudden blows up as a monster that Belicheat couldn't figure out how to use better. Say what you like about the man, he clearly knows d linemen, linebackers.

Belichick's actually been more hit-or-miss with personnel — much more of a mixed record than his reputation implies. Aside from Mayo, he's had a few mis-hits* on LB draft picks and FA signings. The Patriots have drafted DL fairly consistently with limited success. And of course he flopped on his Albert Haynesworth bet.

They've also had bad luck with DB signings, and at least one such bust is now having success on another team. I wouldn't get too comfortable assuming that if Belichick's dumped a guy he has no chance of producing for our team.

*The THN filter catches that if I don't hyphenate.

Chris Luva Luva · Post by **Chris Luva Luva** » Tue Feb 19, 2013 10:14 pm

Yeah... Dude looks like your classic case of no work ethic.

It'll be interesting to see if the culture at Redskins park has changed enough to where it motivates guys like him, instead of allowing him to rub off on the team.