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NFL Draft: 5 best second-round options for the Washington Redskins

By Jacob Camenker

COLUMBIA, MO - SEPTEMBER 9: Deebo Samuel #1 of the South Carolina Gamecocks waits with teammate to take to the field prior to a game against the Missouri Tigers in the first quarter at Memorial Stadium on September 9, 2017 in Columbia, Missouri. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images)
COLUMBIA, MO - SEPTEMBER 9: Deebo Samuel #1 of the South Carolina Gamecocks waits with teammate to take to the field prior to a game against the Missouri Tigers in the first quarter at Memorial Stadium on September 9, 2017 in Columbia, Missouri. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images) /
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FORT WORTH, TX – DECEMBER 03: Justin Silmon #32 of the Kansas State Wildcats celebrates with Dalton Risner #71 of the Kansas State Wildcats, Reid Najvar #67 of the Kansas State Wildcats and Zach Reuter #15 of the Kansas State Wildcats after scoring a touchdown against the TCU Horned Frogs at Amon G. Carter Stadium on December 3, 2016 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)
FORT WORTH, TX – DECEMBER 03: Justin Silmon #32 of the Kansas State Wildcats celebrates with Dalton Risner #71 of the Kansas State Wildcats, Reid Najvar #67 of the Kansas State Wildcats and Zach Reuter #15 of the Kansas State Wildcats after scoring a touchdown against the TCU Horned Frogs at Amon G. Carter Stadium on December 3, 2016 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images) /

It’s no secret that the Redskins are looking to add some help on the offensive line. The left guard position has long been an issue for the team and they lack depth across the unit as well. They will likely add someone on the line with one of their Day 3 picks, and Dalton Risner would make a lot of sense.

Risner has been a steady riser during the draft process. He has a nice frame at 6-5, 312 pounds and while he isn’t particularly, athletic, he has experience at most of the positions on the offensive line. He can be molded into a position at the NFL level, and he should be a really good blocker for the team that lands him.

NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein compared Risner to another former Kansas State product and second-round pick, Cody Whitehair. Here’s what he had to say about Risner’s skill set.

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"[Risner] possesses average length and athletic ability, but with enough tape consumption, it becomes clear he has the necessary tools to get guys blocked on the NFL level. Risner is the same player on every snap with core strength, body control, and strong hands, allowing him to succeed on a relatively consistent basis. His position flexibility (started at right tackle and center) and play traits mirror those of former KSU standout Cody Whitehair. Risner will need to prove he can handle NFL edge speed, but a move inside could be a failsafe option for him."

Zierlein nailed this report. The top things that Risner has are his versatility and his strength and technique. He should be able to find a home at guard or center in the NFL, while he could also have a chance to play tackle in the right scenario.

For Washington, Risner would have a chance to start right away at left guard and challenge Ereck Flowers for the starting job. And if he doesn’t win it, Risner could be a super-sub for the Redskins, who would love to have that type of player, especially after the injuries they dealt with on the offensive line last year.

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