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The Redskins were reportedly underwhelmed by Clemson DE Gaines Adams at the combine.

The report comes from the always-reliable Jason LaConfora at the Washington Post. The Post believes that the Redskins are more interested in free agent defensive linemen because they weren't blown away by Adams or Michigan DT Alan Branch.

Still, a team with the Redskins' financial resources cannot be underestimated. After being unimpressed with Clemson's Gaines Adams and intrigued but not overwhelmed by Michigan defensive tackle Alan Branch -- though sources said the team liked its non-workout meeting with Arkansas defensive end Jamaal Anderson -- sources at the NFL scouting combine last week said the Redskins were deeply interested in former Virginia defensive end Patrick Kerney, an eight-year veteran who has played his entire career with Atlanta. The Broncos appear to have the inside edge on Kerney.

In something of a long shot, the Redskins also could be in the running for left defensive end Michael Strahan, who met with New York Giants officials this week in an attempt to be traded. Strahan has two years left on his current contract.

Houligan26 wrote:It is a possibility but tons of people fell in love with both of these guys at the combine, now all of a sudden only the skins are the ones that dont like them. Also that isn't even my biggest problem, PATRICK KERNEYY!!!!! This is the guy thats going to get our d back to where it should be. I don't buy it

PulpExposure wrote:Maybe the Skins came away from the interview sessions underwhelmed with both of them?

You can like someone's athleticism and still think he's a bad fit, personality or intelligence wise, for your team.

brad7686 wrote:

PulpExposure wrote:Maybe the Skins came away from the interview sessions underwhelmed with both of them?

You can like someone's athleticism and still think he's a bad fit, personality or intelligence wise, for your team.

This league is based on athleticism. It is not a chess league. There is not much the players have to do other than know the plays. Maybe a MLB should be smart and a qb but other than that character and intelligence play second fiddle. Unless you have Pacman Jones or somebody draft the most athletic ppl you can. Sign the most athletic ppl you can. Not old people. If they bring in Kerney they are just perpetuating their lack of faith in winning because drafting is winning. Not signing over the hill starters. The problem is that everybody has to be smart on Williams defense because he thinks he is god and won't simplify his reportoire so his team can beast.

REDEEMEDSKIN wrote:

brad7686 wrote:

PulpExposure wrote:Maybe the Skins came away from the interview sessions underwhelmed with both of them?

You can like someone's athleticism and still think he's a bad fit, personality or intelligence wise, for your team.

This league is based on athleticism. It is not a chess league. There is not much the players have to do other than know the plays. Maybe a MLB should be smart and a qb but other than that character and intelligence play second fiddle. Unless you have Pacman Jones or somebody draft the most athletic ppl you can. Sign the most athletic ppl you can. Not old people. If they bring in Kerney they are just perpetuating their lack of faith in winning because drafting is winning. Not signing over the hill starters. The problem is that everybody has to be smart on Williams defense because he thinks he is god and won't simplify his reportoire so his team can beast.

Heart trumps talent every time. Joe knows this, and maybe doesn't see it in those cats. I can't speak about their talent levels, but if heart is a question, 'tis better not to try to make a squre peg fit into the round hole.

frankcal20 wrote:Rumor has it that both players take plays off. They don't have a motor that can run full speed all game. Now Anderson does. It'll be interesting.

gibbs4president wrote:A lot of you guys seem mesmorized by potential and what players could be one day. And that's fine because, for the most part, that's what the draft is all about.

But how do you think you build good franchises? The Patriots don't really play that game, and the same could be said for several other very good organizations. Sometimes you have to stick with what you are and go with your gut on what players you want.

You need a mix of athletic freaks and smart guy who fit a system. Don't let some of these guys be overhyped by the combine.

I'm not sure what the Redskins will do, but so far so good this offseason...

brad7686 wrote:

gibbs4president wrote:A lot of you guys seem mesmorized by potential and what players could be one day. And that's fine because, for the most part, that's what the draft is all about.

But how do you think you build good franchises? The Patriots don't really play that game, and the same could be said for several other very good organizations. Sometimes you have to stick with what you are and go with your gut on what players you want.

You need a mix of athletic freaks and smart guy who fit a system. Don't let some of these guys be overhyped by the combine.

I'm not sure what the Redskins will do, but so far so good this offseason...

What are you talkin about? The patriots build throught the draft better than most teams. Maroney, Seymour, I think they drafted bruschi,Logan Mankins, TOM BRADY, they probably drafted Vrabel, the young corners they have im sure they drafted. They just draft smart and use all their picks and usually trade down to get a lot of picks. No good team builds through free agency. it is impossible.

gibbs4president wrote:No one wanted Tom Brady or Mankins or Logan, etc. They picked them up late because they were smart and could evaluate talent.

brad7687 wrote:I think they drafted bruschi,Logan Mankins, TOM BRADY, they probably drafted Vrabel, the young corners they have im sure they drafted.