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Macklin, 5-0 and 206 pounds
Jake wrote:I like this signing. Like what has already been said in this thread; he's a good depth player on the cheap.
If the Briggs trade doesn't go through then this offseason will have been a success in my opinion.
Skeletor wrote:Macklin, 5-0 and 206 pounds
Did we sign a cornerback or a bowling ball?
Hopefully that's a Fitzy typo.
Great signing. Veteran talent for minimal price.
DaRealistJoka wrote:Great signing, I cant believe he took less money to play for us. He is from VA so that had something to do with it.
Good Job
Wow, that came out of nowhere. Here's what I am most surprised about:
John Clayton wrote:Sometimes, the voice of Joe Gibbs can have a great impact.
Macklin
That had to be the case Thursday when Gibbs, head coach of the Washington Redskins, talked Cardinals cornerback David Macklin into accepting a one-year deal with the Redskins over three more lucrative deals with other teams. Macklin agreed to a one-year, $760,000 deal Thursday.
The Chiefs, Eagles and Saints had better financial offers on the table, but Macklin agreed to fit within the Redskins' cap restraints and accept a deal for the NFL minimum, along with a $40,000 signing bonus. The Chiefs were offering him two years of security.
Instead, Mackin, 28, decided to compete against three other veteran Redskins cornerbacks for playing time. Macklin had seven starts last season for the Cardinals and played 41 percent of the defensive plays.
Damn, that's sweet. Gibbs is the man! And say what you want about "The Danny", but the guy is an exceptional salesman. Well done boys!
It would be interesting, I might add, to know what Gibbs said to Macklin to entice him into this deal; one year for the league minimum.
Gibbs4Life wrote:It would be interesting, I might add, to know what Gibbs said to Macklin to entice him into this deal; one year for the league minimum.
Probably said "If you do well, we will show you da money!"
KazooSkinsFan wrote:Skeletor wrote:Macklin, 5-0 and 206 pounds
Did we sign a cornerback or a bowling ball?
Hopefully that's a Fitzy typo.
Great signing. Veteran talent for minimal price.
According to NFL.com, He's 5-10, 206, but that's funny.
Comment: wrote:Macklin is extremely competitive and consistent. He works hard and plays taller than his listed size. He is tough, aggressive and can high-point the ball. He has very quick feet and plays under control. He has good short-area skills and is very effective in cover 2. He shows excellent cover instincts, understands route concepts and makes good decisions from off coverage. He can squat and close quickly against three-step drops. He is very effective in run support. He will attack downhill and is a solid hitter and wrap-up tackler. But Macklin lacks quality size and athleticism for the position. He isn't very effective in press coverage. He lacks top-end speed and struggles to recover if his jam isn't perfect. He has some trouble downfield against bigger receivers and on jump balls. He is much more effective in the slot than out on an island.
Redskins.com wrote:He entered the NFL as a fourth-round draft pick (91st overall) of the Colts in 2000.
SkinsFreak wrote:It would be interesting, I might add, to know what Gibbs said to Macklin to entice him into this deal; one year for the league minimum.
1niksder wrote:SkinsFreak wrote:It would be interesting, I might add, to know what Gibbs said to Macklin to entice him into this deal; one year for the league minimum.
Adam Schefter reported on NFLTA that although Macklin is from Virginia and a big Redskins fan he chose to play in Washington for less money because he always wanted to play for coach Gibbs.
1niksder wrote:SkinsFreak wrote:It would be interesting, I might add, to know what Gibbs said to Macklin to entice him into this deal; one year for the league minimum.
Adam Schefter reported on NFLTA that although Macklin is from Virginia and a big Redskins fan he chose to play in Washington for less money because he always wanted to play for coach Gibbs.
Redskins signed cornerback David Macklin to a one-year, $760,000 contract. The deal includes a $40,000 signing bonus.
The former Cardinals' starter could upgrade Washington's dime defense.
1niksder wrote:KazooSkinsFan wrote:Skeletor wrote:Macklin, 5-0 and 206 pounds
Did we sign a cornerback or a bowling ball?
Hopefully that's a Fitzy typo.
Great signing. Veteran talent for minimal price.
According to NFL.com, He's 5-10, 206, but that's funny.Comment: wrote:He works hard and plays taller than his listed size
spudstr04 wrote:asset in the dime package!
Wouldn't that be... oh, forget it... nevermind. funbuncher wrote:This guy is an over achiever from Penn State who I wanted the Skins to draft as a rookie. What a great story that he loves the Skins and agreed to play for us for less.
I heard Gaines Adams was a Skins fan too btw.
Guys, I have a theory here...
1) We have heard Gibbs say that moving up is apparently easier than moving down.
2) We've heard that the Lions were after Springs during the trade talks for Bly.
3) The Lions have yet to sign any replacements for Bly.
4) We have now added Smoot and Macklin.
5) We've heard that the entire staff showed up at the Georgia Tech pro-day.
I'm just sayin'...
