There aren’t any rumors yet about where Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III could get traded. The only thing we know for sure is that the Redskins have seen enough of RG3 and are turning to Kirk Cousins as their full-time starter for the 2015 NFL season.
Whether that leads to a flat our release or trade is anyone’s guess. But the switch to Cousins looks to be for the year, and with a hefty injury-deal coming RG3’s way in 2016 if he goes down for good this year, it’s unlikely Washington ever allows their once prodigal son to take the field. That doesn’t mean someone else wouldn’t take the risk, though.
The question is, of course, who would do it? There are at least five teams that should entertain the thought. Let’s take a look at why they just might pull the trigger on a deal:
Brian Hoyer is the starting quarterback for the Texans right now. I could stop there, but let’s be real, RG3 still has ridiculous upside and is still quite young. In the right environment, one not nearly as dysfunctional as Washington, he could turn his career around. How about a team with good coaching, a strong defense and a solid ground game? It’s about as good as it gets on the surface, while RG3 could be re-worked to start the year until Hoyer falters. Washington would in turn get Ryan Mallet and a few draft picks as they look to start over under center.
Buffalo Bills
Rex Ryan is no stranger to making bold moves at quarterback, as he once traded for Tim Tebow and foolishly stood by the likes of Mark Sanchez and Geno Smith. He actually might have something with Tyrod Taylor (who was recently named the starter), but I wouldn’t put it past him to mess with the quarterback room at the last second. RG3 gives the same amount of running ability as Taylor, but he also has some upside as a passer. It’s a flashy move that may not work out, but the Bills have answers everywhere but quarterback. If Buffalo isn’t totally sold on the arms they have, they’d have to consider pulling the trigger on a deal for RG3.
New York Jets
Speaking of Ryan, his former team lost Geno Smith for a good 6-8 weeks and right now it looks like Ryan Fitzpatrick will be their 2015 starter. Why not roll the dice and see if RG3 can come in refreshed and with a major chip on his shoulder? He’d certainly have talent around him, while Gang Green also has a top shelf defense to lean on. The big eye of New York is probably the last thing Robert Griffin III needs, but perhaps it could work out.
Philadelphia Eagles
Sam Bradford looked good in his second preseason game with the Eagles, but he’s a walking injury just waiting to happen after ACL tears in successive seasons and athletically, he leaves a little to be desired when it comes to Chip Kelly’s system. RG3 certainly has his flaws, but he also could be the perfect fit for this offense – one that has made even Mark Sanchez look good. It’s tough to envision the Redskins trading RG3 to a divisional opponent, but crazier things have happened.
St. Louis Rams
The Rams were the team that got a ton of draft picks to move down a few years back so Washington could land RG3. How hilarious would it be if they traded mid-round picks to then get Robert Griffin III for themselves? Funny, indeed. It’s also not that crazy, considering Nick Foles hasn’t been overly impressive thus far and the Rams would love to have stability under center.
Denver Broncos
This one could make more sense than anything else, as two things would be great for RG3’s future right now: getting out of D.C. and sitting and learning for a year. Where better to learn than in Denver, where Robert Griffin III could soak up info from greats like Peyton Manning and John Elway? Brock Osweiler could be the future at quarterback in Denver, but he’s unproven and RG3 is probably a sexier option on paper.
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