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Re-grading the Washington Redskins 2011 NFL Draft class

By Ken Johannesen

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 28: Ryan Kerrigan #91 of the Washington Redskins reacts after sacking Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants during the third quarter at MetLife Stadium on October 28, 2018 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 28: Ryan Kerrigan #91 of the Washington Redskins reacts after sacking Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants during the third quarter at MetLife Stadium on October 28, 2018 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) /
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JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 16: Cody Kessler #6 of the Jacksonville Jaguars is sacked by Ryan Kerrigan #91 of the Washington Redskins during the game at TIAA Bank Field on December 16, 2018 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 16: Cody Kessler #6 of the Jacksonville Jaguars is sacked by Ryan Kerrigan #91 of the Washington Redskins during the game at TIAA Bank Field on December 16, 2018 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images) /

Round 1

The Redskins held the 10th overall pick in the first round and the Redskins made a trade with Jacksonville. The Redskins were able to add a second-rounder (traded later to acquire more picks) and move down six spots to select outside linebacker/defensive end Ryan Kerrigan of Purdue.

This trade and pick were outstanding. Kerrigan continues to be a force for the Redskins and has been one of the best players on the roster since 2011.

Head coach Mike Shanahan and general manager Bruce Allen orchestrated a brilliant strategy in this first round.  Snagging a franchise player and acquiring additional picks deserves high praise.

Grade: A+

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