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Redskins Depth Chart: Analyzing the team’s receiving corps

By Jacob Camenker

ARLINGTON, TX - NOVEMBER 30: Josh Doctson #18 of the Washington Redskins at AT&T Stadium on November 30, 2017 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
ARLINGTON, TX - NOVEMBER 30: Josh Doctson #18 of the Washington Redskins at AT&T Stadium on November 30, 2017 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) /
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ANNAPOLIS, MD – NOVEMBER 11: Wide receiver Trey Quinn #18 of the Southern Methodist Mustangs scores a second quarter touchdown against the Navy Midshipmen at Navy-Marines Memorial Stadium on November 11, 2017 in Annapolis, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
ANNAPOLIS, MD – NOVEMBER 11: Wide receiver Trey Quinn #18 of the Southern Methodist Mustangs scores a second quarter touchdown against the Navy Midshipmen at Navy-Marines Memorial Stadium on November 11, 2017 in Annapolis, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) /

Top Backup/No. 4 Receiver: WR Trey Quinn

Somebody is going to have to step up and take over for the now departed Ryan Grant. For the past five seasons, Grant has been used as the top backup by Jay Gruden, and Grant really had earned Gruden’s trust.

However, after a season that saw Grant become a starter, the Redskins had to let him walk in free agency as he got a massive offer from the Ravens. That deal ended up getting voided, but Grant still signed with the Colts. So, the Redskins have to replace him. And that’s exactly what Trey Quinn will be perfect for.

Quinn has gotten so much hype to begin his Redskins career. At times, it has been borderline ridiculous. But, at the same time, he is a very good candidate to take over as the top backup because of his great skill set.

Quinn is a precise route runner with really good hands and surprising athleticism. He has the tools needed to be a contributor in the slot, but he also has the ability to play outside. With the Redskins, he should be the first receiver to come off the bench and he could be an impactful role player in his first year with the squad.

It’s also worth noting that Quinn is coming off the most productive season of his career. In his first and only year at SMU, Quinn logged a ridiculous 114 catches to lead the FBS, and he totaled 1,236 yards and 13 touchdowns in the SMU offense. So, he has proven production stemming from his ability to catch the ball consistently. And that should help his chances.

If Quinn can prove that he’s a reliable target, there is no doubt that he should be the No. 4 receiver in Washington. He’s a very strong player and has enough tools in his arsenal to make an impact in his first season in the nation’s capital.

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