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5 Redskins players whose roles could be altered by the NFL Draft

By Ian Cummings

LANDOVER, MD - OCTOBER 21: Quarterback Dak Prescott #4 of the Dallas Cowboys is tackled by linebacker Ryan Anderson #52 of the Washington Redskins in the fourth quarter at FedExField on October 21, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
LANDOVER, MD - OCTOBER 21: Quarterback Dak Prescott #4 of the Dallas Cowboys is tackled by linebacker Ryan Anderson #52 of the Washington Redskins in the fourth quarter at FedExField on October 21, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) /
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LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 30: Dallas Goedert #88 of the Philadelphia Eagles runs with the ball against the Washington Redskins during the first half at FedExField on December 30, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 30: Dallas Goedert #88 of the Philadelphia Eagles runs with the ball against the Washington Redskins during the first half at FedExField on December 30, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) /

No. 4 – Redskins ILB Shaun Dion Hamilton

Much has been made of what the Washington Redskins should do at the inside linebacker position. At pick No. 15, they could have an opportunity to grab one of the top linebackers in the class, such as Devin Bush or Devin White. But is that truly the best option?

At No. 15, the Redskins have a chance to address one of many needs, and on that list of needs, linebacker isn’t near the top. Reuben Foster has been cleared to play all sixteen games in 2019, and beside him, former college team mate Shaun Dion Hamilton has genuine starting ability, if given the chance.

In addition to the two former Crimson Tide players at the top, the Redskins have fairly solid depth at inside linebacker as well, with Mason Foster as veteran depth (if he isn’t cut), and Josh Harvey-Clemons to provide value on passing downs. Still, the Redskins could stand to add another linebacker, but when to do it is the question.

If the Redskins take one of the early linebackers, in a relatively weak linebacker class, it will be telling, in regards to how they truly view 2018 sixth-round pick Shaun Dion Hamilton. Hamilton’s biggest knock coming out of college was his injury history, but if the Redskins still aren’t comfortable with him starting, after seeing him stay healthy and flourish last season, then there will be questions about player development and opportunity cost.

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