For some players, where they get selected in the draft, can make or break their career. QB Kirk Cousins of Michigan State must be wondering what he did to deserve this.
He was drafted in the 4th round by the Washington Redskins who had already taken Robert Griffin III as the overall number two selection. RGIII has already been anointed as the franchise quarterback of the future. Where does this leave Cousins? Does he carry the clipboard on the sidelines for the next three years?
He had a stellar career at MSU where he holds passing records for total passing yards, completion percentage, efficiency and touchdowns. He was expected to be taken by a team looking for a starter or a potential back-up.
The selection by the Redskins probably guarantees that the career of Cousins will be stymied for a few years. He is in a similar situation to former MSU great Brian Hoyer. The Pats back-up was never drafted, but was able to pick his own team. He saw a future with the Pats as the back-up to Brady.
Cousins will be paid decently for not playing, but I'm sure this must really frustrate him to no end.
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