Redskins Preparing for Free Agency

Entering free agency with an abundance of cap space gives the Redskins lots of options to fill plenty of needs, even after re-signing cornerback DeAngelo Hall, defensive tackle Chris Baker, safety Jose Gumbs and franchising linebacker Brian Orakpo.

The Redskins dropped off dramatically after a division title in 2012. Following a 10-6 season they returned back to the NFC East basement in 2013 with a 3-13 record and no first-round pick to show for it.

That, coupled with their $36 million cap penalty for 2012 and 2013, makes this free agency period more important than normal.

Washington was tied with the Chicago Bears in 2013 for allowing the second most points points per game (29.9), which means the defense, specifically the secondary, will be a high priority in this free agent class.

So who might the Redskins target to improve their roster? Let’s take a look at who the team reportedly has their sights set on based on reports from local Redskins beat writers.  Read more... (1021 words, 1 image, estimated 4:05 mins reading time)

Redskins Free Agency Tracker – March 13th

The Redskins opened up the first day with barely a peep. The team retained punter Sav Rocca and defensive lineman Kedric Golston. It was also revealed through Twitter that the One Man Gang, Lorenzo Alexander, would be signing with a new team to be determined.

As the more expensive free agents are taken off the market, the Redskins should get more active with scouting affordable B and C level talent.

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Redskins Free Agency Tracker – March 12th

Whether the Redskins have mountains of money to spend or are counting their pennies like this year, this time of year is like Christmas for fans.

THN will keep you up-to-date with news throughout the day that affects the burgundy and gold. Keep it locked here all day.  Read more... (380 words, estimated 1:31 mins reading time)

Interest in Talib For the Redskins?

So word today, is that the Redskins have interest in Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Aqib Talib. Obviously Raheem Morris knows as well as anyone the skill set that Talib brings to the position, but surely he also knows the baggage. Rumor has it that the Bucs are looking for a late round draft pick.  Read more... (587 words, estimated 2:21 mins reading time)

Leftovers – Week 14

In this week’s Leftovers, Andre Carter talks about the Buccaneers losing Aqib Talib and Jeff Faine to injured reserve, the Bucs history in cold weather games and how the Redskins have moved on now that Albert Haynesworth had been suspended for the rest of the season.

To read this week’s edition of THN Weekly, click here: THN Weekly with Andre Carter – Week 14  Read more... (410 words, 1 image, estimated 1:38 mins reading time)