One player at each position Redskins should target after NFL Combine

If Isaiah Simmons wasn’t already in consideration for a top-five pick, he now certainly will be after the combine.

Simmons put up unbelievable numbers during the combine and he showed exactly what teams were hoping to see from him. Our own Ian Cummings listed Simmons as the biggest post-combine riser and here’s what he said about Simmons.

"Simmons’ numbers, in relation to his 6-foot-4, 230-pound frame, were eye-popping, as the productive defender logged a 4.39 40-yard dash, a 39-inch vertical, and a 132-inch broad jump. Simmons’ quantified athleticism matches up with the tape, on which he can be seen playing various allotment of roles. Teams knew Simmons had very rare, scheme-transcendent upside heading into the NFL Combine, but now that his traits have numbers to go along with them, Simmons can be compared to past prospects, and it’s a comparison that bodes well for his stock. Unfortunately for the Redskins, Simmons may no longer be a trade-down candidate if they go past pick No. 5. The debate between Chase Young and a trade down for Simmons may ultimately become a debate between Young and Simmons themselves."

Yes, Simmons was good enough that he could be mentioned as an option instead of Young. Simmons would fill a bigger positional need, so the ‘Skins will at least have to consider Simmons. Young is still likely ahead of him, but it’s a debate worth having.

Beyond Simmons’ testing numbers, he thrived in the on-field drills and got to show off exactly why he can be such a versatile weapon at the next level. Simmons’ next coach will have no trouble finding ways to utilize his playmaking ability and Ron Rivera would surely be able to do that.

The Redskins may not ultimately go with Simmons but if they stay put at No. 2, he should be one of the only two players they consider there along with Young.