Shaun Rogers Visits the Redskins

Defensive Tackle Shaun Rogers visited the Redskins this past week along with the Kansas City Chiefs and New Orleans Saints.  Rogers is a very large man at about 6'4" and 350 lbs and is an excellent albeit inconsistent player.

The Redskins do need to add depth to the DT position, but it is not nearly as dire as the QB and offensive line positions.  The Redskins will need to focus their few draft picks on those two priority needs first so signing Rogers would definitely help to solidify the interior of the defensive line, which struggled against the run.  The Redskins still have Maake Kemoeatu signed as their starting DT.  Rogers and Kemoeatu together would make a nice rotation for the team in the middle.

While Rogers would be a welcome addition to the team and a definite upgrade, he is not a player to "break the bank" on.  As I mentioned above, Rogers has also visited the Chiefs and Saints and the Saints, especially could also really use help at DT.  So if you received comparable offers from a team that is rebuilding and a perennial Super Bowl contender, which would you choose?

The Redskins would most likely have to overpay to get Rogers.  If they can get him at a reasonable price, they should sign him.  If not, move on and see who else comes available later on.

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