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Restricted FA Montgomery re-signed
The Redskins have announced the re-signing of offensive lineman Will Montgomery. Montgomery, a four-year veteran, appeared in all 16 games last season and started three at guard. He was one of five linemen to start at the right guard spot in the turbulent 2009 season. The offensive linemen currently under...
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March 13, 2010; 1:46 PM ET |
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A Clinton Portis-Larry Johnson backfield: What's it all about?
With Friday's signing of Larry Johnson, the Redskins' top two backs are Clinton Portis and Johnson. Wow. There are a million directions, if not more, I could take this post about those two and their history. It might be more productive, however, to simply focus on what such a tandem...
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March 12, 2010; 7:57 PM ET |
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Poll: Larry Johnson move - yea or nay?
Share your thoughts on the Redskins' biggest move in the free agent market thus far. poll by twiigs.com...
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March 12, 2010; 6:44 PM ET |
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Larry Johnson signs with Redskins
The Redskins have signed running back Larry Johnson to join Clinton Portis in the Redskins' backfield, a league source confirmed. Johnson would give the Redskins a strong runner in the backfield to complement Portis, who's expected to begin the season as Redskins' starter. The Redskins confirmed the signing with a...
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March 12, 2010; 5:44 PM ET |
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Report: Redskins sign running back Larry Johnson
The Redskins have signed running back Larry Johnson to a three-year deal, according to an ESPN.com report. Check back here shortly for more information....
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March 12, 2010; 5:27 PM ET |
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Larry Foote scheduled to visit Steelers on Monday
As it concerns free agency news, it's been a relatively quiet day thus far. Hopefully we'll have something to report on Larry Johnson soon. For now, all we have is a brief update on linebacker Larry Foote, who Thursday said he'd prefer to be an Arizona Cardinal but didn't rule...
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March 12, 2010; 5:12 PM ET |
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One week in, Shanahan and Redskins clearly have more work to do
Hearing from Mike Shanahan for the first time since free agency opened last Friday, it's clear that the Redskins aren't panicking and are perfectly comfortable with their slow approach to roster building. But what's also clear, just by looking at the roster, is that there's much work that still needs...
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March 12, 2010; 2:51 PM ET |
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Andre Carter is not unhappy with situation with Redskins
There have been reports recently, including in this space, about the possibility of the Redskins trading defensive end Andre Carter. And one reporter in the market has gone as far as to include Carter on the list of "unhappy Redskins." But that's simply not the case. I know Carter very...
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March 12, 2010; 11:47 AM ET |
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Shanahan's message -- to Portis and others -- comes through clearly
During the recent NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis, Coach Mike Shanahan stressed he expected all players to report for the voluntary conditioning program that will begin Monday at Redskins Park. Apparently, Clinton Portis got the message. "Oh, I guarantee you Clinton will be there," Shanahan said Thursday night during a...
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March 11, 2010; 8:47 PM ET |
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Larry Foote: 'I want to be a Cardinal '
The Redskins search for a new linebacker could last a bit longer. Free agent Larry Foote spoke to reporters in Arizona today and said the Cardinals are his first choice, according to the Arizona Republic. Foote visited with the Redskins earlier this week but did not sign a contract. He...
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March 11, 2010; 3:15 PM ET |
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Larry Foote still remains squarely on Redskins' radar screen
Just because a player visits Ashburn and leaves empty-handed doesn't mean he's off the Redskins' radar. That might be worth keeping in mind on a day like today when linebacker Larry Foote mills about the Arizona Cardinals' complex. Foote was in Washington earlier this week and left without a contract,...
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March 11, 2010; 12:45 PM ET |
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Larry Johnson 'excited' by visit with Redskins
The Redskins' attempt to find a complement for Clinton Portis continues today with the scheduled visit of Larry Johnson. "Larry is extremely excited and anticipates having a great visit with the Redskins," Johnson's agent, Peter Schaffer, said in a phone interview. "He grew up a Redskins fan. He was born...
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March 11, 2010; 12:15 PM ET |
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Mike Shanahan, Bruce Allen rebuild Redskins at their own, measured pace
It seems there is no pressure on Coach Mike Shanahan and General Manager Bruce Allen to attempt to rebuild the Redskins overnight. Although Shanahan and Allen have not publicly laid out their plans, the writing appears to be on the wall in large letters. After years of questionable front-office decisions,...
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March 11, 2010; 11:15 AM ET |
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Redskins sign tight end Sean Ryan
Former Kansas City tight end Sean Ryan has signed with the Redskins, the team announced Thursday. Used primarily as a blocking tight end throughout his six-year career, Ryan last season had personal-best totals with 14 receptions for 135 yards and two touchdowns. He has 26 catches for 240 yards and...
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March 11, 2010; 9:00 AM ET |
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Rocky McIntosh willing to make inside move in 3-4
Washington did not pursue Karlos Dansby, and Larry Foote left without a contract after visiting the complex this week, so it would seem the team still has a big hole to fill at linebacker opposite London Fletcher. The Redskins appear to need another starting middle linebacker because they are in...
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March 11, 2010; 7:35 AM ET |
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Released by Redskins, Eddie Williams signs with Bears
Fullback Eddie Williams on Wednesday became the fourth Redskins player released last week to join a new team when he agreed to terms with the Chicago Bears, according to the Chicago Tribune. Williams, chosen with one of Washington's two seventh-round picks in the 2009 draft, did not appear in a...
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March 10, 2010; 5:43 PM ET |
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Bryant headed to Cincinnati; Redskins had no plans to meet
The Redskins apparently were not interested in wide receiver Antonio Bryant, who today reportedly agreed to a four-year deal with the Cincinnati Bengals that could be worth as much as $29 million. There was a report out of Tampa on Tuesday that Bryant, formerly of the Tampa Bay Bucaneers, was...
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March 10, 2010; 4:05 PM ET |
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QB or not QB: Wonderlic test provides few answers
If the Redskins are intent on drafting a quarterback in the first round of next month's draft, they're no doubt at least aware of the Wonderlic scores each prospect posted. And judging by scores that were leaked today, there's a healthy bit difference between Sam Bradford and Jimmy Clausen. In...
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March 10, 2010; 2:26 PM ET |
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Maake Kemoeatu could make Albert Haynesworth's job easier
Sure Maake Kemoeatu is pretty happy about his new contract with the Redskins, but the safe guess is that Albert Haynesworth could be just as excited. If Kemoeatu is healthy and can earn playing time, it could make Haynesworth's world a whole lot better. Let's start with Question No. 1:...
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March 10, 2010; 1:45 PM ET |
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Running back Larry Johnson to visit Redskins
Next visitor up: running back Larry Johnson. A league source confirmed this afternoon that Johnson is scheduled to visit Redskins Park on Thursday. The news was first reported by ESPN.com. Johnson is the oft-troubled running back who was released mid-season by the Chiefs last year after making offensive remarks. He...
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March 10, 2010; 1:08 PM ET |
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Maake Kemoeatu, defensive lineman, signs with Redskins
The Washington Redskins have added an option in the middle of their defensive line, agreeing to terms this morning with free agent nose tackle Maake Kemoeatu. Kemoeatu, who stands 6-foot-5 and weighs 345 pounds, has anchored the Carolina Panthers line since 2006, but he missed all of last season after...
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March 10, 2010; 12:06 PM ET |
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Does Andre Carter have a place in Redskins' new scheme?
Defensive end Andre Carter is coming off the best season of his nine-year career.In addition to ranking seventh in the league with 11 sacks, Carter was fourth among NFL linemen in tackles, third in tackles for loss and sixth in forced fumbles. He also played the most snaps - by...
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March 10, 2010; 9:54 AM ET |
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Jerry Jones on Mike Shanahan: 'He'll do a great job there'
Since Mike Shanahan was introduced as the Redskins' head coach in January, it seems we've heard from just about everybody on the Redskins' new leader. Well, almost everyone -- and we can now add Dallas owner Jerry Jones to that list. Even as Emmitt Smith bangs his fists against the...
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March 10, 2010; 7:32 AM ET |
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Allen keeps his word about visits being just that
Redskins Park is operating a bit like an open house these days. Guys come in, take a look around, shake a couple of hands, sample the free chocolate chip cookies and then hit the road. No contract. No signing bonus. No spot on the 2010 depth chart. At least three...
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March 9, 2010; 6:48 PM ET |
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Bryant might not be visiting after all
[UPDATED, 5:35 p.m.] Free agent receiver Antonio Bryant does not currently have a visit scheduled in Washington, according to a league source. It seems the initial report might have overstated the level of talks between the Redskins and Bryant's camp. A visit could still be scheduled but as of right...
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March 9, 2010; 4:55 PM ET |
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Linebacker Larry Foote visits Redskins
Free agent linebacker Larry Foote came to town, visited with Redskins officials and apparently is hitting the road without a new contract. It's believed Foote still intends to make his visit to the Arizona Cardinals this week. He's expected in Phoenix on Wednesday. Foote spent last year with his hometown...
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March 9, 2010; 4:13 PM ET |
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Getting to the heart of the matter on blocking schemes
There seems to be some confusion among Insider readers about the Redskins' blocking schemes under former head coach Jim Zorn, the stuff new Coach Mike Shanahan plans to run in the 2010 season and how recently signed offensive lineman Artis Hicks, and other potential newcomers, will fare in Shanahan's blocking...
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March 9, 2010; 2:33 PM ET |
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With new coach, system, an upgrade at wide receiver seems smart
When you looked over the Redskins' roster heading into free agency and made a list of the team's biggest needs, you might not have paid much attention to the wide receiver spot. After all, Santana Moss is only 30, Devin Thomas and Malcolm Kelly showed signs of life last season...
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March 9, 2010; 12:40 PM ET |
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WR Antonio Bryant schedules visit with Redskins
The Redskins apparently are throwing their hat in the ring for one of the top wide receivers available on the free agency market. Former Bucs receiver Antonio Bryant has scheduled a visit with the Redskins, according to a report in the Tampa Tribune . Bryant visited Cincinnati on Tuesday, but...
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March 9, 2010; 12:05 PM ET |
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Will Redskins pursue quarterback in draft and free agency?
One fun offseason game we can all play is trying to figure out what a team's free agency manuevering reveals about its draft-day plans. For example, if the Redskins would've signed Chad Clifton, they might not have used that No. 4 on a left tackle, right? So in that vein,...
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March 9, 2010; 12:03 PM ET |
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Nose tackle Maake Kemoeatu visits Redskins
Former Carolina Panthers nose tackle Maake Kemoeatu is among the players the Redskins are hosting today at the complex, according to a league source. As Rick Maese previously reported, it's unlikely the Redskins would offer Kemoeatu a contract at this time. He sat out the 2009 season after tearing his...
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March 9, 2010; 10:45 AM ET |
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Willie Parker, Redskins discuss whether he's the right RB
Running back Willie Parker was scheduled to arrive at Redskins Park around 5 p.m. Monday night, so potential contract talks were not expected to begin until today. It seems the Redskins must add another veteran back to the roster to at least share the load with Clinton Portis, who reported...
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March 9, 2010; 10:14 AM ET |
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Andre Carter may be the odd man out in Redskins' switch to 3-4 defense
As we've studied the roster and tried to understand all of the Redskins' holes, it's almost been an assumption that the team's two outside linebackers in a 3-4 defense would be Brian Orakpo and Andre Carter. But this probably was never a wise assumption. Carter has been careful with his...
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March 9, 2010; 7:22 AM ET |
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Chargers sign Marcus Mason
Make that two recently-released Redskins who've found a new home. The San Diego Chargers signed running back Marcus Mason, who was among the 10 players released last Thursday by the Redskins. "We've followed his progress through his young career, and when he came available, we decided to give him an...
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March 8, 2010; 10:22 PM ET |
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Randle El rejoins the Steelers
[UPDATED 8:01 p.m.] Apparently, not everyone shared the Redskins' negative assessment of veteran wide receiver Antwaan Randle El. Among 10 players Washington released last week on the eve free agency, Randle El was the first former Redskin to find a new job when he agreed to terms Monday night with...
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March 8, 2010; 7:46 PM ET |
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Redskins must decide to commit to Hunter Smith or punt
Former head coach Jim Zorn often referred to veteran punter Hunter Smith as "Punter Smith." But even Zorn was clear about Smith's importance to the team. Smith, who spent his first 10 seasons with the Indianapolis Colts, had an $845,000 base salary last season and now is an unrestricted free...
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March 8, 2010; 5:54 PM ET |
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Willie Parker scheduled to arrive at Redskins Park this evening
Unrestricted free agent running back Willie Parker is scheduled to arrive at Redskins Park early this evening to visit with team officials. Linebacker Larry Foote had been expected to meet with decision makers earlier in the day. With all the questions concerning Clinton Portis, the Redskins would prefer to have...
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March 8, 2010; 4:09 PM ET |
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DeAngelo Hall likes what he sees of Redskins' rebuilding plan
Cornerback DeAngelo Hall was as curious as any fan to see how the Redskins would approach the offseason. Apparently, he's okay with how things have gone so far. He noted that the team has shed some "dead weight" and has faith in the plan of Coach Mike Shanahan. "When I...
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March 8, 2010; 11:49 AM ET |
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Under Bruce Allen, free agency for Redskins may last for months
Finally, after what might've been a few frustrating days for some Redskins' fans, General Manager Bruce Allen offered an explanation for the team's slow-play approach to free agency. "Free agency isn't a day, and it's not a weekend. We think free agency runs 'til the first day of training camp,"...
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March 8, 2010; 9:59 AM ET |
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Casey Rabach takes on added responsibility as Redskins rebuild offensive line
For five seasons, center Casey Rabach worked alongside Pro Bowl left tackle Chris Samuels and right guard Randy Thomas. The three were key members of a Washington offensive line that twice helped the team reach the playoffs. But only Rabach, who agreed to a three-year contract extension last week, is...
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March 8, 2010; 7:30 AM ET |
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Tony Pashos reaches agreement with Cleveland, after visiting Redskins
If there was any confusion Saturday night about whether tackle Tony Pashos was Washington-bound, there shouldn't be now. Pashos is signing with the Cleveland Browns, according to ESPN.com. Pashos, a free agent from San Francisco, was in Ashburn on Friday and had dinner with Coach Mike Shanahan and offensive line...
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March 7, 2010; 3:36 PM ET |
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Maake Kemoeatu's visit to Redskins isn't likely to yield a contract just yet
Though former Carolina nose tackle Maake Kemoeatu is visiting Ashburn on Tuesday, it'd surprise many if a contract was signed. One league source said that it's "just a visit." For the Redskins, it's likely a fact-finding mission. There's no doubt that the 6-foot-5, 345-pound Kemoeatu was a huge force in...
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March 7, 2010; 1:00 PM ET |
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In Artis Hicks, Redskins get someone who can play 4 of 5 offensive line spots
New Redskins offensive lineman Artis Hicks understands the value of versatility. The former Minnesota Vikings guard-tackle, who signed a three-year contract with the Redskins on Saturday, entered the league as a left tackle. He only reluctantly learned to play left guard, and then right guard and right tackle in an...
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March 7, 2010; 12:12 PM ET |
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