Hours after they released former Pro Bowl linebacker MarcusWashington, theRedskins' search for his replacement began when they told Texas standout Brian Orakpo they envision him as the strongside linebacker in their 4-3 defense.
Linebacker Marcus Washington was released by the Washington Redskins on Friday, saving the team about $4 million as it positions itself for free agency.
Linebacker Marcus Washington was released by the Washington Redskins on Friday, saving the team about $4 million as it positions itself for free agency.
A year ago, theWashingtonRedskins arrived at the NFL scouting combine preaching the importance of building through the draft and vowing not to spend millions on free agents.