The wait ended early for Kirk cousins on Saturday, but the destination was more than puzzling.
The Michigan State quarterback was expected to go for a second or third round of the NFL Draft on Friday, but he went unselected, create a lot of speculation about when he could go and where.
The speculation ended early Saturday as the Washington Redskins made cousins fourth round pick of them - to 102 overall.
The fact that Cousins was quickly in the fourth round was hardly a mystery. What was was the fact that the Redskins team to take him. They chose Baylor quarterback Robert Griffin III last season Heisman Trophy winner, with the second overall pick in the draft.
"I was shocked," Cousins said. "I had not spoken to them in the process to a great length and did not know they were interested, but when I saw Virginia talking about my cell phone, I knew there was a possibility. As I said, Coach (Mike) Shanahan told me, I can not pass you up and have to pick you up. "
"It's a unique situation with Washington picking Robert No. 2 overall and I did not expect it, but Coach Shanahan knows quarter back. He worked with Steve Young and John Elway, and I think he went to get me in the fourth round was a steal . I think Robert is in the immediate plans and long-term hope station fan of them, but they would not have chosen me if they believe in me. Now it's up to me to learn the play book and support for Robert, and when I get my opportunity to play, Robert will support me. "
Cousins was a three-year starter at Michigan State and finished his career as a career record-holder in passing touch downs (66), passing yards (9,131) and completions (723), passing efficiency (146.1 rating), total offense (9.004 meters ) and 200-yard passing games (26).
Aunts admitted he thought he had been chosen before the fourth round, but said he is willing to take.
"I was told a second or third day, but even before you know the neck that anyone can fall and who can move up," he said. "I kept an open mind and was excited about where I ended, and it happened in the fourth round. I'm excited for the opportunity and make the most of it by raising me to the NFL quarterback."
Later in the fourth round was Michigan State wide receiver Keshawn Martin selected 121 as the Houston Texans.
"I was surprised to be chosen Houston because I had not talked to team up in the draft process," Martin said.
He moved quickly up the draft boards of teams' not only because fish pass him, but its ability to return kicks and overall versatility.
"In college, I wanted to carry me to the article Minnesota Vikings receiver) Percy Harv," Martin said. "I'm that type of player who can produce big plays."
Safety Trenton Robinson became the third Spartan to go on Saturday when the San Francisco 49ers selected him with the 10th pick in the sixth round, the 180 overall selection.
"I am very excited that they took a chance on me, and I'm just really ready to get out there and win," Robinson says. "My dream is here. I just do not even know how to find, unless I am super excited to get out here and win and show them what I can do."
Three games after Robinson left, wide receiver BJ Cunningham went to the Miami Dolphins at No. 183rd
Cunningham finished his career as the all-time leader Michigan State in receptions (218) and receiving yards (3,086) and second in TD receptions with 25th
"I'm so excited I can not wait to get to work," Cunningham said. "The first call I got all day was from Miami.
"They really want my line and the fact that I get better every year throughout my career. They like my physical game and my ability to go over the middle and make plays."
Running back Edwin Baker was drafted by San Diego Chargers in the seventh round with the 250th pick overall.
Six Michigan State players selected - Jere worthy of a second round selection Friday by packers - are the most for Spartans with five players left in 2000.
Late Saturday, three Spartans who are not drafted agreed to free-agent contracts.
Tight end Brian Linthicum (New York Jets), tight end Garrett Celek (San Franciso 49ers) and fullback Todd Anderson (St. Louis Rams) passed up the offer.
The Michigan State quarterback was expected to go for a second or third round of the NFL Draft on Friday, but he went unselected, create a lot of speculation about when he could go and where.
The speculation ended early Saturday as the Washington Redskins made cousins fourth round pick of them - to 102 overall.
The fact that Cousins was quickly in the fourth round was hardly a mystery. What was was the fact that the Redskins team to take him. They chose Baylor quarterback Robert Griffin III last season Heisman Trophy winner, with the second overall pick in the draft.
"I was shocked," Cousins said. "I had not spoken to them in the process to a great length and did not know they were interested, but when I saw Virginia talking about my cell phone, I knew there was a possibility. As I said, Coach (Mike) Shanahan told me, I can not pass you up and have to pick you up. "
"It's a unique situation with Washington picking Robert No. 2 overall and I did not expect it, but Coach Shanahan knows quarter back. He worked with Steve Young and John Elway, and I think he went to get me in the fourth round was a steal . I think Robert is in the immediate plans and long-term hope station fan of them, but they would not have chosen me if they believe in me. Now it's up to me to learn the play book and support for Robert, and when I get my opportunity to play, Robert will support me. "
Cousins was a three-year starter at Michigan State and finished his career as a career record-holder in passing touch downs (66), passing yards (9,131) and completions (723), passing efficiency (146.1 rating), total offense (9.004 meters ) and 200-yard passing games (26).
Aunts admitted he thought he had been chosen before the fourth round, but said he is willing to take.
"I was told a second or third day, but even before you know the neck that anyone can fall and who can move up," he said. "I kept an open mind and was excited about where I ended, and it happened in the fourth round. I'm excited for the opportunity and make the most of it by raising me to the NFL quarterback."
Later in the fourth round was Michigan State wide receiver Keshawn Martin selected 121 as the Houston Texans.
"I was surprised to be chosen Houston because I had not talked to team up in the draft process," Martin said.
He moved quickly up the draft boards of teams' not only because fish pass him, but its ability to return kicks and overall versatility.
"In college, I wanted to carry me to the article Minnesota Vikings receiver) Percy Harv," Martin said. "I'm that type of player who can produce big plays."
Safety Trenton Robinson became the third Spartan to go on Saturday when the San Francisco 49ers selected him with the 10th pick in the sixth round, the 180 overall selection.
"I am very excited that they took a chance on me, and I'm just really ready to get out there and win," Robinson says. "My dream is here. I just do not even know how to find, unless I am super excited to get out here and win and show them what I can do."
Three games after Robinson left, wide receiver BJ Cunningham went to the Miami Dolphins at No. 183rd
Cunningham finished his career as the all-time leader Michigan State in receptions (218) and receiving yards (3,086) and second in TD receptions with 25th
"I'm so excited I can not wait to get to work," Cunningham said. "The first call I got all day was from Miami.
"They really want my line and the fact that I get better every year throughout my career. They like my physical game and my ability to go over the middle and make plays."
Running back Edwin Baker was drafted by San Diego Chargers in the seventh round with the 250th pick overall.
Six Michigan State players selected - Jere worthy of a second round selection Friday by packers - are the most for Spartans with five players left in 2000.
Late Saturday, three Spartans who are not drafted agreed to free-agent contracts.
Tight end Brian Linthicum (New York Jets), tight end Garrett Celek (San Franciso 49ers) and fullback Todd Anderson (St. Louis Rams) passed up the offer.
