Despite using the 15th pick in the 2019 draft to select quarterback , there was prior to the 2020 draft that themay use the No. 2 overall pick to select former Alabama quarterback . Washington instead used the pick to select former Ohio State Frank Reich Jersey edge rusher , while Tagovailoa would be selected by the with the fifth overall pick.Haskins, during a recent interview with JP Finlay of NBC Sports, shared what Redskins head coach Ron Rivera leading up to the draft."Throughout the whole proce s, Ron was just telling me to trust him," Haskins said. "I did, so it worked out."Haskins said that the Redskins' decision to pa s on a quarterback has added to his confidence level heading into his second season. In nine games last season, Haskins completed le s than 59% of his pa ses with as many touchdown pa ses (seven) as interceptions. Haskins, who led Ohio State to a Rose Bowl victory over Washington during his final season with the Buckeyes, went 2-5 in his seven starts as a rookie."I feel really confident," Haskins said. "Having guys who believe in me, I feel like we're going to have a good year this year."Instead of selecting a quarterback, the Redskins spent several of their draft picks on offensive players Matt Milano Jersey that they hope will help complement Haskins. Washington spent a third-round pick on versatile running back and a fourth-round pick on receiver . They also added to their offensive line, selecting in the fourth round and in the fifth round."When Gibson said he was a playmaker, that got me fired up," Haskins said. "He hit me up after the draft trying to figure out any tips and things he can learn about the offense. Trying to get Gandy-Golden up here so we can throw the ball around a little bit. Having that above-the-rim type of player we were kind of of mi sing last year. Excited about our additions, for sure."Haskins has been able to throw on a regular basis this offseason with receivers and . Haskins has also had frequent virtual meetings with the Redskins' quarterbacks and offensive linemen. He said several glowing things about teammate , who is still on the road to recovery after breaking his leg in 2018. Smith and Haskins have been working together via Zoom meetings throughout the offseason."Alex makes everybody comfortable," Haskins said. "Having watched Smith's Andre Smith Jersey recovery first-hand, I remember walking into the training room and you see his leg and it's like, 'Wow, you almost lost your life, you're leg is almost deformed and you're trying to get back in playing shape.' He just never quits. Every day, he's trying to find a way to get better."He was looking out for me a lot during the season, calling me. We used to pull up at the same time at the facility, parked next to each other. He's just a great dude."Haskins, who claimed that he is in the best shape of his life, has also been virtually meeting with new Redskins offensive coordinator Scott Turner and new Washington quarterbacks coach Ken Zampese four times a week. Turner, who broke Justin Zimmer Jersey into the NFL with the in 2011, is entering his first full season as an NFL offensive coordinator. Zampese, who worked with and during his 15 seasons as an offensive a sistant in Cincinnati, also worked with Hall of Fame quarterback Kurt Warner in St. Louis and Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre in Green Bay."We're installing these plays, and I'm just excited about going into the next year," Haskins said about his virtual meetings with the Redskins' coaching staff. "Really just looking forward to being the guy leading the other guys in the locker room."Haskins is also excited about getting the opportunity to enter the season as the Redskins' starting quarterback after starting his rookie season as a backup behind , who signed a multi-year deal to backup in Cleveland earlier this offseason. Washington has replaced Keenum with , who started in relief of an injured during Rivera's final season in Carolina.As it relates to Haskins, Rivera is hoping to see his Bruce Smith Jersey second-year quarterback during their first season together."All the great ones have become leaders, and they've become leaders whether they're rookies or they're 10-, 12-year vets," Rivera said during his introductory pre s conference. "You've got to step up, you've got to be where you need to be, you've got to do things you're supposed to do."