Washington Redskins 2012 NFL Draft Picks: Results, Analysis, and Grades | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors

Round 1, Pick 2: Robert Griffin III, QB

This pick was fairly obvious, there was no way the 'Skins were going in any other direction. Grade: A+

Round 3, Pick 71: Josh LeRibeus, OG

The Redskins looked to upgrade their offensive line depth and this was just the first of three offensive lineman picked. Did not like the OTs passed up to take LeRibeus. Grade: B

Round 4, Pick 102: Kirk Cousins, QB

Hated this pick, but Cousins is a decent player and will be a good backup for the Redskins. Hard to give it less than this grade. Grade: C

Round 4, Pick 119: Keenen Robinson, OLB 

Good pick for what the Redskins do. Robinson can play inside in the 3-4 where he won't have to take on as many blocks. Grade: B 

Round 5, Pick 141: Adam Gettis, OG 

Good fit for the Redskins' zone blocking scheme, needs to work on pass blocking and getting stronger at the point of attack. Grade: B-  

Round 6, Pick 173: Alfred Morris, RB

I'm not knocking the player, but I struggle to see where Morris fits on the loaded depth chart. Could make the practice squad and come in in case of injuries. Grade: C+

Round 6, Pick 193: Tom Compton, OT

Compton is a project and could be a backup tackle right now, starter in the future. Grade: B

Round 7, Pick 213: Richard Crawford, CB

Didn't feel like Crawford warranted a pick at all, could have been an undrafted free agent picked up. Maybe they felt he wouldn't come to them. Solid return man. Grade: D

Round 7, Pick 217: Jordan Bernstine, CB

Solid kick returner, huge upside with athleticism. Could move to strong safety with size and speed. Grade: A

OVERALL DRAFT GRADE: B 

Have to love the addition of Robert Griffin and the steps they took to keep him upright. A couple questionable picks, but overall, they definitely improved. 

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