April 30th, 2009 
Matt Loede 
Posted in Brian Orakpo talks about being drafted by the Washington Redskins
Archive for April, 2009
Tags: Q&A w/ Skins First-Round Pick Brian Orakpo
After being selected by Washington with the 13th overall pick, former Texas DE Brian Orakpo said the Redskins are the perfect fit for him. In an interview with Sporting News’ Bill Eichenberger and other reporters, Orakpo also said he’s looking forward to competing in the physical NFC East—including two games each year against his home-state [...]
Comments OffWhat if Daniel Snyder Were a Genius?
Whether by accident or design, the Redskins’ inability to snag Sanchez, combined with the dumb luck of finding Texas DE Brian Orakpo still available at the #13 spot, set the tone for a defensive-focused 2009 Draft. Combine the draft picks (DE, CB, LBX2) with the free agents (DT, CB) and you have a team that [...]
Skins Add Former Missouri QB Chase Daniel
Missouri quarterback Chase Daniel, a former Heisman Trophy finalist who wasn’t chosen in the NFL draft, agreed to terms with the Washington Redskins on Monday. Daniel is expected to join the Redskins for minicamp this weekend. He will likely enter training camp in July battling Colt Brennan for the third-string job behind starter Jason Campbell [...]
Orakpo Talks to the Media After the Draft
(on Washington Media): “I’m just ready for the opportunity. I’m ready to come in, step in, and do what I can and help the team. And the most important thing, ready to win.” (on the hole created by Jason Taylor’s departure): “I admire Jason Taylor so much you know he was a huge role model [...]
Comments OffSkins Snag DE Brian Orakpo with #12 Pick
The Redskins went defense with their first pick on Saturday, as they picked up Texas DE Brian Orakpo. The pass rusher fell to them as he lasted a lot longer than most thought he would. Here’s the lowdown on Orakpo from Draft Countdown: Strengths: Outstanding athlete…Great speed, acceleration and quickness…Very explosive with a burst…Smooth and [...]
Draft Predictions for Round One
As the 2009 NFL draft draws closer I attempt to predict the first round selections. I have spent hour after hour reviewing stats, rosters and any other information I can access. I find myself struggling to fit players in at specific selections. The 2009 Draft is a little different from most, I see this draft [...]
Comments OffRedskins Looking for a Deal to Move Up and Grab Sanchez?
The Redskins have a liking for USC QB Mark Sanchez, and today’s Washington Post columnist Jason Reid reports that the team may look to play “Let’s Make a Deal” on Saturday to move up so they can grab Sanchez before another team gets their hands on him. The Skins only have one pick in the [...]
