If I were working for the Redskins, I would call Jacksonville about the availability of right offensive tackle Tony Pashos.

The Redskins' offensive line is a mess. It's old and injury prone, making the prospect of a successful 2009 season seem unlikely. Worse, there are no signs of finding reinforcements in the preseason. Jacksonville signed former Eagle Tra Thomas this offseason to be the starter at left tackle, then drafted two more tackles in the first two rounds -- Eugene Monroe and Eben Britton. They now have three tackles besides Pashos who are locks to make the team.

Even though Pashos has been a starter, he does have limitations in his athletic ability and the type of protection schemes the offense must run. Were this the Redskins' offense of old under Joe Gibbs featuring mostly slide protection, Pashos would fit perfectly. Pashos is the kind of player that 'Skins offensive line guru Joe Bugel would love -- tough, gritty, hard working and willing to do whatever he needs to be successful. The 'Skins can't feel that current right tackle Jon Jansen can play in all 16 games from an injury and performance standpoint. They must find an alternative, and I doubt it will be former Buffalo Bills first rounder Mike Williams of Texas.