With all of the talk about moving up or down, the Redskins decided to stay put and take what many consider to be the "best defensive player in the draft." The problem is, Washington had more pressing needs than at safety. With only 19 sacks last year and only one pick where you will be able to get someone who can contribute right away (the team failed to trade down and get more first day picks), why wouldn't you use the No. 6 pick on an impact defensive lineman?
I hate to disagree with Joe Gibbs, winning three Super Bowls should earn unquestioned loyalty, but the team did have a hole or two that could have been plugged through the draft. The one bright side, no one will want to get caught going over the middle, especially with Sean Taylor roaming in the secondary with Landry. Brian Moorman should be very afraid.
But enough rambling, here's what you need to know about LaRon Landry, the team's only pick on day one.
LaRon Landry - S from LSU
6'0", 215, 4.35 40-yard dash time according to espn.com
74 tackles, 3.5 for loss, 1 sack, 3 interceptions, 4 break-ups, 1 forced fumble, 1 blocked kick
For a full breakdown about what happened when the Redskins finally went on the clock, check out this article in the Washington Post by Jason La Canfora.
Here's to hoping we actually draft someone we need when the Redskins finally return to action in the fifth round.
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