The Washington Redskins have agreed to terms with first round draft pick Brian Orakpo, ensuring he will be available for the second day of training camp practices. Orakpo is expected to make $20 million total over five years with $12.1 million guaranteed.
According to the Washington Post, Orakpo will likely be flipped from his defensive end at the University of Texas to work primarily at the linebacker position. His signing shoudld allay the concerns of defensive coordinator Greg Blatche who was clearly annoyed at not having Orakpo available Thursday.
The signing of Orakpo clears away the last major obstacle over what turned out to be a blessedly uneventful opening day of practices. Of course, last year defensive end Phillip Daniels was knocked out for the season on the first day of practice leading to the trade for Jason Taylor that obviously didn't turn out so well.______________________Labels: brian orakpo, pro football, sports, washington redskins
