2009 B/R NFL Mock Draft, You Make The Call: Washington Redskins

1. Detroit Lions: Andre Smith; Offensive Tackle, Alabama

2. St. Louis Rams: Eugene Monroe; Offensive Tackle, Virginia

3. Kansas City Chiefs: Aaron Curry; Outside Linebacker, Wake Forest

4. Seattle Seahawks: Michael Crabtree; Wide Receiver, Texas Tech

5. Cleveland Browns: Malcolm Jenkins; Cornerback, Ohio State

6. Cincinnati Bengals: B.J. Raji; Defensive Tackle, Boston College

7. Oakland Raiders: Jeremy Maclin; Wide Receiver, Missouri

8. Jacksonville Jaguars: Jason Smith; Offensive Tackle, Baylor

9. Green Bay Packers: Brian Orakpo; Defensive End/Outside Linebacker, Texas

10. San Francisco 49ers: Rey Maualuga; Middle Linebacker, USC

11. Buffalo Bills: Aaron Maybin; Defensive End, Penn State

With the 12th overall pick in the 2009 BleacherReport NFL Mock Draft, the Denver Broncos have selected, Alphonso Smith; Cornerback, Wake Forest. 

The Washington Redskins are now on the clock.

It was a curious pick by the Denver Broncos, especially with Cushing still on the board.

But in anticipating the release of Dre' Bly, the Broncos have added a playmaker at cornerback. Smith is very fast, and has arguably the best ball skills of any corner in the entire draft.

The attention is now on the Washington Redskins, who had a rocky season. At times, experts considered them the best team in the entire league, but Washington proved that theory incorrect. 

While their season was marred by inconsistencies, the Redskins still have a solid foundation of young talent. A good draft could propel them to the top of the NFC East.

Here are the Redskins' top needs heading into day one of the 2009 NFL Draft.

1. Defensive End

2. Outside Linebacker

3. Defensive Tackle

4. Interior Offensive Linemen

You make the call Redskins fans. Vote in the poll for who you think should be the 13th overall pick in this year's draft.

1. Brian Cushing; Outside Linebacker, USC

If you have read any of these articles, you know exactly what I think about Cushing.  He has the versatility to play either inside linebacker in the 4-3, all the way to outside linebacker in the 3-4 at the next level. The Redskins would vastly improve their defense with him on board.

2. Everette Brown; Defensive End, Florida State

Andre Carter is mediocre, and Jason Taylor is on the downside of his career. Brown would be an excellent addition to the Washington defensive line, and would benefit greatly from the tutelage of Taylor.

3. Tyson Jackson; Defensive End, LSU

Jackson is not a traditional pass rushing defensive end, but the Redskins may want a more physical player with this pick. He is a great run stuffer, who can also provide adequate help in the passing game.

4. Peria Jerry; Defensive Tackle, Mississippi

This may be a bit high for Jerry, but he is undoubtedly the best defensive tackle on the board. He is a pass rush specialist, while being able to push the line back and beat the double team. Jerry will need some work at the next level, but he could end up as a starter his rookie season.

5. James Laurinaitis; Middle Linebacker, Ohio State

At one point, this would have been considered the biggest steal of the draft. However, Laurinaitis could be a good fit in Washington, and the Redskins don't have the extra picks to trade up and get him later in the draft. He is a tackling machine and would be a great replacement for the aging London Fletcher.

There you have it Redskins fans. Vote in the poll for the player you think is best fit for the 13th overall pick.