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riggofan wrote:Cool post man. I've seen it suggested that Compton might challenge Polumbus for the RT position. I'd love to see that just to see one of those draft picks work out. Same thing with Lerib as you pointed out.

The Hogster wrote:I agree on both counts. Would be good to see the draft pan out the way it's supposed to. Tom Compton was an athletic Tackle in college and the combine. Would be good to see that translate to the field on the right side. The "experts" have this draft class as one of the deepest when it comes to Tackles & Linemen. Our 34th overall pick should land a 1st round caliber player. Maybe, we go there with an early pick in round 2 or 3. Tackles are hard to come by. I wouldn't be surprised to see us go with one in April.

The Hogster wrote:Doc Walker just mentioned that Chris Chester played Center before, but I hadn't heard that. He thinks Chester is in the mix to compete at Center. If that happens, then Lavaou would stick at RG and perhaps Kory would compete with Leribus at LG. I'm not sure I like that idea for the simple fact that I believe we'd want to go younger at Center since the goal is to develop a rapport with the QB over several years. Kory--while not young--is younger than Chester. Kory is 28. Chester, 31.

An area where I felt that Lauvao showed flashes was in his ability as a puller. Although he was rarely used in this capacity, he showed impressive fluidity and athletic ability when getting out in front of the ball carrier. This may be a reason for the Browns taking a look at Lauvao as a left guard this offseason. Left guards are typically asked to pull on run plays much more often than right guards.

When Shawn Lauvao faces pass rushers that resort to using power against him, he typically does a decent job overall. Although Lauvao does not possess the strongest anchor in pass protection, he has a strong enough anchor to get by against most power rushers in a one-on-one setting.

Most of Shawn Lauvao’s struggles as a pass protector come when he faces quicker defensive linemen that use their athletic ability to beat offensive linemen laterally.

Chris Luva Luva wrote:I think this line is gonna look a lot diff this year, and guys from within will get promoted. Time will tell. It's too early for people to be freaking out.

SouthLondonRedskin wrote:I heard ey on the radio

DarthMonk wrote:http://www.draftbrowns.com/2013/06/browns-film-room-shawn-lauvao/

An area where I felt that Lauvao showed flashes was in his ability as a puller. Although he was rarely used in this capacity, he showed impressive fluidity and athletic ability when getting out in front of the ball carrier. This may be a reason for the Browns taking a look at Lauvao as a left guard this offseason. Left guards are typically asked to pull on run plays much more often than right guards.

When Shawn Lauvao faces pass rushers that resort to using power against him, he typically does a decent job overall. Although Lauvao does not possess the strongest anchor in pass protection, he has a strong enough anchor to get by against most power rushers in a one-on-one setting.

Most of Shawn Lauvao’s struggles as a pass protector come when he faces quicker defensive linemen that use their athletic ability to beat offensive linemen laterally.

IF Lauvao were to move to LG with Licht at center, could Polumbus compete at RG assuming Compton (or someone else) steps up at RT? A lot of versatility would be nice to have if we aren't as fortunate with injury (knock on wood) as we have been the last few years.

Chris Luva Luva wrote:This is the reason why I can't get the constant crying. These guys poured over game tape from the season, practices and OTA's. We have no way of knowing how existing players may fit into the new plans. I think we'd all agree that we want more value out of previous draft classes so that we don't have to readdress those needs. So that we can focus on new needs.

I think this line is gonna look a lot diff this year, and guys from within will get promoted. Time will tell. It's too early for people to be freaking out.

The Hogster wrote:I don't think Polumbus is a possibility at guard. He's 6 foot 8, and plays high for his height. He's a lumbering guy, and not really a low center of gravity, powerful player who would more easily make the switch--especially at this stage of his career. If we had to move him to RG, that would be desperation with other natural guards on the roster.

Skinsfan55 wrote:Not really sure how upgrading the line is accomplished with releasing one of the best centers in the conference... but okay. The rumor was that Monty wasn't able to handle the mental aspects of the center spot. He wasn't great at calling adjustments and reacting to the defense. That being said, he's a grading run blocker. I suppose it was either him or Chester so maybe they made the right choice. I hope he gets a shot someplace else.

The Hogster wrote:Apparently the Redskins are interested in cap casualty Donald Penn. Penn has been a career Left Tackle for the Bucs and made the Pro Bowl a few seasons ago at that position, but the Skins are trying to lure him here to anchor the Right Side. More importantly, he's 6'5 340lbs. Definitely much bigger than anything we've got.

if we sign him that would bring our line to an average of 317 lbs. A big increase in both weight and philosophy is on the horizon. But, don't be fooled. The two biggest men on this line (assuming we land Penn) would also be two of the most athletic. Trent Williams clocked a 4.9 40 at 330lbs. And, Penn ran a 5 flat at 340. Definitely not big, fat & clumsy. I'm hopeful we bring him in. Would make me more comfortable at least.

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Former Bucs OT Donald Penn is still in Washington, per source. Weather delays have affected schedule. Word is they are going after him hard.

The Hogster wrote:Apparently the Redskins are interested in cap casualty Donald Penn. Penn has been a career Left Tackle for the Bucs and made the Pro Bowl a few seasons ago at that position, but the Skins are trying to lure him here to anchor the Right Side. More importantly, he's 6'5 340lbs. Definitely much bigger than anything we've got.

if we sign him that would bring our line to an average of 317 lbs. A big increase in both weight and philosophy is on the horizon. But, don't be fooled. The two biggest men on this line (assuming we land Penn) would also be two of the most athletic. Trent Williams clocked a 4.9 40 at 330lbs. And, Penn ran a 5 flat at 340. Definitely not big, fat & clumsy. I'm hopeful we bring him in. Would make me more comfortable at least.