Yardbarker: Fred Davis

Colin Cowherd to Fred Davis - “You’re a Slacker”

Thu, 21 May 2009 17:52:55 -0500

In the Spring of 2008 there was a lot to like about Fred Davis. He had decent size for a Tight End, and was fast enough to line up occasionally as a Wide Out. In 2007, he had been awarded the John Mackie Award. Davis led USC’s receivers with 62 catches, 42 of which resulted in first downs. His yards-per-catch average was just over 14. At the 2008 Combine, Davis ran a 4.76 40-yard dash while weighing 255 lbs. He was also timed at 4.67. With long arms and the strength to have benched 225l...

Redskins TE Fred Davis Expects To Play In 2-TE Sets

Tue, 12 May 2009 10:33:44 -0500

Redskins TE Fred Davis said he expects to play a role in two-tight end formations during the upcoming season. Davis said, "As I continue to improve...

Redskins TE Fred Davis Expects To Play In 2-TE Sets

Tue, 12 May 2009 10:07:33 -0500

Redskins TE Fred Davis said he expects to play a role in two-tight end formations during the upcoming season. Davis said, "As I continue to improve...

Redskins WR Devin Thomas Looked Much Improved In Camp

Tue, 05 May 2009 15:32:52 -0500

Thomas was the highest pick in Washington's three-man, second-round draft class last year, joining tight end Fred Davis and fellow receiver Malcolm...

Redskins WR Devin Thomas Looked Much Improved In Camp

Tue, 05 May 2009 15:13:02 -0500

Thomas was the highest pick in Washington's three-man, second-round draft class last year, joining tight end Fred Davis and fellow receiver Malcolm...

Breaking News: Dan Snyder Kidnapped

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 17:38:40 -0500

RALJON, MARYLAND (ECB)-
Breaking news this afternoon out of Raljon, Maryland, as Prince George's County Police are reporting that Daniel Snyder, owner of the Washington Redskins, has been kidnapped. To date, no ransom demands have been made and his captors are unknown.
Police were alerted to the possible kidnapping at approximately 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, April 26, about 25 minutes after the Redskins drafted cornerback Kevin Barnes out of the University of Maryland with their third-round pick in the 2009 NFL Draft.
"Our suspicions were aroused last night when we got the go ahead in our war room to not worry about trading up to draft Marc Sanchez and we were then instructed to draft Brian Orakpo out of Texas, which made complete and total sense, and was reacted to with great joy by our fans," said Redskins head coach Jim Zorn. Zorn noted that team officials didn't conclusively believe that something had happened to Snyder until shortly after 11:00 a.m. on Sunday morning, after the Redskins were instructed to draft Barnes. "I was waiting for instructions to draft the speediest wide receiver, running back, or tight end on the board, despite the fact that we have absolutely no need at those positions. Then I get these instructions to draft another player for an actual need position," said Zorn. At this point, Zorn and Redskins authorities searched Snyder's Potomac home and found Snyder missing, amid signs of a struggle.
It should be noted that Vice President of Football Operations Vinny Cerrato is also missing, as of press time.
Raljon authorities have released an early sketch of the suspect in the kidnapping:

The suspect seen crying outside last year's Redskins NFL Draft Party after the Redskins selected Fred Davis and Malcolm Kelly.

The suspect should be considered feathered and dangerous.

It's a tough time for Redskins fans everywhere, and Zorn expressed the team's situation, stating, "Right now, we're really all just trying to keep it medium."

Fantasy Playoffs

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 19:09:59 -0500

The fantasy football playoffs are finally here. Cooley's Zornado holds the top seed after finishing the season 10-4. There is a 4 way tie between teams finishing 9-5 and only three get their shot at the title. Who is out? Well since all five of Fred Davis's losses were to the teams with the five ...

FRIDAY'S FORECAST

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 19:10:53 -0500

The start of football games is upon us and this weekend features the Hall of Fame Game between the Washington Redskins and the Indy Colts.

A FEW RULES FOR PRESEASON GAME-WATCHING

Don't forget to make sure you know the level of competition in the game -- who is playing against whom.

Always look for the one in the position of personal protector on the second punt team -- he has a good chance to make the team in a third or fourth string role.

Study who is on ALL the kicking teams and know who makes tackles in that area.

This weekend, the games are about players, not schemes. Players should not make many mental mistakes. If they do, they are not going to make the team.

Have a computer near your TV. If a player makes a play, search his background and study how he got to the team.

Players that jump offsides are either tired or not concentrating.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN THE GAME

Don't judge the Colts as a team, because their full team won't be playing. Focus on offensive left tackle Tony Ugoh. See if he has gotten any better and if he can handle the second-team defensive ends of the Skins. He better be able to do that....

How does Charles Johnson handle the starting role as the new right guard?

How does Mike Pollack play?

How does Fred Davis block in pass protection and the running game?

How do the Skins' back-up offensive linemen look? Can they block the back-up DLs of the Colts?

How well does the Skins' DS tackle?

Dancin’ with the Skins

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 02:54:54 -0500

What a roller coaster ride for Redskins fans! The season started out as a disaster.? We had players dropping like flies.? Phillip Daniels went down, possibly with a career ending knee injury. Promising defensive end Alex Buzbee also?went down with a ruptured Achilles tendon.? Fred Smoot?went down with a sprain that fortunately doesn't seem to be too bad.? I was starting to have flashbacks of the infamous body bag game in Philly.? Not only were two of the injuries serious, but they were a...

Redskins, TE Davis Agree to 4-Yr Deal

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 15:26:04 -0500

The Washington Redskins have finally signed their last 2008 draft pick. TE Fred Davis, who played his college ball at USC under Pete Carroll, agreed to a 4-yr, $3.5M contract.

Devin Thomas Signs

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:45:33 -0500

Devin Thomas signed a 4 year contract worth a total of $4.8 million today leaving Fred Davis the only unsigned Skins draft pick. The incomparable Jason La Canfora also reports that a Fred Davis signing seems easy to do by the time camp opens on Monday. Not much to say other than woohoo! -DW

Redskins Sign Kelly

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 11:53:01 -0500

The Redskins signed 2nd round pick and future slot receiving stud, Malcolm Kelly to 4 year deal today?as well as 6th rounder pick and punter Durant Brooks. To my knowledge, this leaves only fellow second round picks Fred Davis and Devin Thomas left to sign.? Kelly's signing likely will be the model for the other two contracts with both unsigned players probably getting a smidge more since they were selected higher. As the ESPN article points out, there was some concern that 1st and 2nd ro...

How Not To Start A Football Career

Tue, 06 May 2008 08:50:51 -0500

Things were looking nice and rosy for Fred Davis. Until he got to mini-camp. Or rather, didn't get there.

The Vikings Draft Just Got Boring, Gophers Got New Uni's

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 10:59:25 -0500

I didn't really break it down like I did last year. Well, I guess that's because second round projections aren't that interesting. Here are my two scenarios: 1) Vikings trade down to the late second or early third round to get an additional 4th round pick. They then use their first two picks on the offensive line (tackle, center, guard or tight end) or wide receiver. 2) Vikings keep the 47th overall pick and take Fred Davis from USC. Shane Co. was a huge bust last year and we real...

Yardbarker visits USC Pro Day

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 23:09:05 -0500

What's up, Yard? I spent today at USC's Pro Day, where Sedrick Ellis, Keith Rivers, Thomas Williams, John David Booty, Lawrence Jackson, Fred Davis, Sam Baker, Chilo Rachal, Terrell Thomas, and others, worked out for NFL scouts. Below is a bit of what I learned after watching the drills, and also from speaking to coaches and scouts. These are the five guys who I watched most closely. I shot some video and a bunch of photos; between now and the Draft, we'll release some of the video, and I'll post some of the photos here in the comments. - Dewey CHAUNCEY WASHINGTON (RB): One scout said to me that on film Washington looks like a 4.73 guy. No one expected him to run a 4.35 forty. But he did. Surprise of the day. The stadium erupted when his official time was announced. SEDRICK ELLIS (DT): Sedrick Ellis is a beast, and fast too. Five seconds flat in the 40. But most impressive was his quickness out of the stance. The guy fires up and into his blocks. I don't think he'll last past Cincy at #9. KEITH RIVERS (LB): 42" inch vertical today. He literally out-jumped the machine designed to test vertical leaps. He had to do it again so that he could be measured properly. Rivers had nothing to prove today, but he worked out anyway. THOMAS WILLIAMS (LB): Maybe the smartest guy on the field. Scouts with whom I spoke love his intangibles and also his work ethic. He's not the same caliber as Rivers, but he helped himself today. I spoke with his teammate Rey Maualuga, who in a nutshell said that Williams was the most impressive guy at Pro Day, and that he made himself some money with a bump in draft stock. SAM BAKER (OT): He's a value pick in the second round, and a steal in the third round. He doesn't fare well on the quote-unquote measurables (i.e. he's slooooooooow) but in position drills he looks like a first-rounder. He's a football player, not a 40-yard-dash runner.