Washington Redskins
2nd Round, Pick #51: David Amerson CB North Carolina State
Washington made their secondary a priority after it struggled through most of the past season. Amerson was once thought to be a top 10 pick because of his size, speed, and ball skills. However he slipped into the second round due to a poor 2012 season. Amerson still has the talent and his size and strength fit in well with defensive coordinator Jim Haslett loving to run press coverage. Amerson will get to compete right away for a starting spot and should see plenty of playing time.
Pick Grade: A
3rd Round, Pick #85: Jordan Reed TE Florida
Their lack of depth at the tight end spot really showed last year when Fred Davis went down with injury. With Davis still questionable coming off his injury and Logan Paulson being more of a blocker the Redskins could use another weapon at the position. Reed isn't a prototypical tight end because he won't offer anything in the run game. But uses his elite quickness and route running to create mismatches in the passing game. His versatility will also come in handy with offensive coordinator Brian Shannahan's unique offense.
Pick Grade: B+
4th Round, Pick #119: Phillip Thomas S Fresno State
After signing a bunch of has beens and backups to fix the safety situation, the Redskins now are going the draft route. Thomas lead the nation with 8 INTs this year and was the Bulldogs leading tackler. Thomas does lack elite range but with the lack of production they have at the position, Thomas will get every chance to win a starting spot.
Pick Grade: A
5th Round, Pick #154: Chris Thompson RB Florida State
Running back is not a position of need at all for the Redskins. They have Alfred Morris who is a stud and Evan Royster as a backup who has played well when called upon. Throw in Roy Helu who had a good rookie year coming off an injury and there is a lot of talent. But I'll give them a pass since Thompson is a different type of back then all of them. Thompson is a small speedster that reminds me of another Seminole in Warrick Dunn.
Pick Grade: C
5th Round, Pick #162: Brandon Jenkins DE Florida State
Getting Brandon Jenkins here has all the makings of a steal. Jenkins was a first round talent before a foot injury ended his season. Jenkins is a great fit in the 3-4 because he is a good athlete and pass rusher. Washington desperately needs to add another pass rusher to Ryan Kerrigan and Brian Orakpo. To be honest, I can't believe he lasted this long.
Pick Grade: A+
6th Round, Pick #191: Bacarri Rambo S Georgia
Continuing their theme of improving the secondary the Redskins are hoping they found their new strong safety. Rambo should have been a day two pick, but fell due to off the field issues. Rambo has a knack for finding the ball and is good in run support. He'll be able to find a role on special teams and could work his way into the starting lineup as he continues to develop. But he's definitely worth the risk here in the 6th round.
Pick Grade: A
7th Round, Pick #228: Jawan Jamison RB Rutgers
I understand Mike Shannahan loves taking running backs late and has a track record of finding gems. However they have no need for a running back and to use two picks on running backs when they have an elite player and two other young backs that have shown they can get it done. So why not take another CB which is a huge area of need. Or maybe getting a WR or lineman to help the offense. Just don't get this at all.
Pick Grade: F
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