Yes, we know quarterback is a must for the Redskins. Problem is, a number of other positions fall into the same category. So if Washington doesn’t pick a quarterback at No. 10, then what? NFL Network’s Mike Mayock — our favorite, for what it’s worth — had some ideas.
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Nose tackle » There’s no nose tackle projected to be picked this high, and Baylor’s Phil Taylor probably will go in the later half of the first round. There is depth at this position in the later rounds. But it’s not an option at No. 10.
Defensive end » A nose tackle is a bigger need than an end, and Mayock said he likes the Redskins’ depth at this position. However, if Washington wanted one, it could look at Wisconsin’s J.J. Watt.
“He has big hands. He’s quicker than people think,” Mayock said. “He’s the prototype [end].”
For what it’s worth, ESPN’s Todd McShay likes Illinois defensive lineman Corey Liuget. Most experts peg him as a 4-3 defensive tackle because of his size (6-foot-3, 300 pounds). But he’s strong and relentless, and the Redskins have said they’re not afraid to convert players to a 3-4.
Outside linebacker » The Redskins want another pass rusher at this position, but they’ll likely miss out on Texas A&M’s Von Miller and pick too high to select one of the other linebackers, such as UCLA’s Akeem Ayers.
Receiver » Alabama’s Julio Jones is probably the most likely receiver to be selected around when the Redskins pick. If the Redskins don’t want to re-sign Santana Moss, they could look receiver first.
