The Washington Redskins VP of Player Personnel took center stage on Tuesday afternoon at the NFL Combine, speaking with the media for the first time since being moved to a new position in the front office.
Smith was asked about the roster, the upcoming draft, and the most pertinent issues facing the Redskins, including that they plan to do with the No. 2 overall pick, and where they stand on the Trent Williams situation. Here are the most notable quotes from the press conference:
Smith says the pre-draft largely remains the same under Rivera. He is still running the draft.
Says they've identified the core pieces and need areas. As you might expect, mums the word on those details.
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) February 25, 2020
Kyle Smith: “I love the way things have been running” with Rivera in charge
— Les Carpenter (@Lescarpenter) February 25, 2020
Kyle Smith says he would like to be GM but he’s not worried about that right now.
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) February 25, 2020
When asked about if the #Redskins have anyone who could handle a Christian McCaffrey type role, Smith brought up @DhaSickest. Said that when healthy he can do it all.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) February 25, 2020
Kyle Smith: “I’m really excited about Dwayne…he’s excited and energized… all he needs is time.”
— Les Carpenter (@Lescarpenter) February 25, 2020
Kyle Smith expects Guice and Love to be ready this year
— Les Carpenter (@Lescarpenter) February 25, 2020
Kyle Smith said matter of factly, Trent Williams is under contract, and the team expects him to report. #HTTR
— Rhiannon Walker (@InstantRHIplay) February 25, 2020
I know there were some in past who weren't sure about Love. But definite mixed thoughts, which means some, of course, believed he'd be back. Both would be huge helps if healthy… https://t.co/mJX6acGxNO
— John Keim (@john_keim) February 25, 2020
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