The Redskins started free agency fast last week, signing three starters for next season in the first 24 hours.
The first player to sign with the Redskins was DeAngelo Hall, 24, who played with the team during the second half of last season. He inked a 6-year, $55 million deal with $23 million guaranteed. The two sides agreed to terms just before free agency started, but the Redskins were just getting started.
The Redskins negotiated with All Pro defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth through the night, agreeing on a 7-year deal worth $100 million, the largest contract given to a defensive player ever. The deal includes $41 million in guarantees, and Haynesworth, 27, is set to get $32 million in the first 13 months. This was not the end of the signing spree.
The Redskins also brought back guard Derrick Dockery, 28, who left Washington two years ago in free agency to play for the Buffalo Bills. He was released by them for salary cap reasons, and was quickly pursued by the Redskins.
These were three shrewd signings, and the Redskins picked good players to give their money to. All three will undoubtedly start next season, barring any injuries, and should contribute for years to come.
So, what do you think about the Cowboys releasing T.O.? I've been hearing a lot of buzz about the pooibility of the Skins picking him up...
ReplyDeleteYou must be this team's number one fan. You are really on top of everything. Impressive.
ReplyDeleteI'm actually kind of disappointed they released him because he's a team wrecker. He has successfully created tension in the Cowboys and the Eagles locker rooms, and that can only help the the 'Skins. He's a good player...but his ego brings everyone else down
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