If the Redskins opt not to trade up in the draft to select Robert Griffin III, there’s one thing they should not do: draft a tackle with their sixth pick. Considering they already have a left tackle, they would be selecting someone that high with the intention of moving one of them to the right side.
So in essence, you’re potentially taking a right tackle with the No. 6 pick. That’s a major no-no.
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And considering Trent Williams was playing well before his suspension, why would you move him? The only supposed sure thing at tackle is USC’s Matt Kalil, who is best suited for the left side. One NFL evaluator said Iowa’s Riley Reiff has received a third-round grade from at least a couple teams. Right now most mock drafts have him as the second tackle.
If you want a right tackle — as the Redskins do — then take him in the second round. If you want a playmaker — as the Redskins do — take him at No. 6.
– John Keim
