Redskins eye Byrd, Graham, Munnerlyn

Determined to fix their problematic secondary, the Washington Redskins continue to hold discussions with top defensive backs on the market.

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For free agency, Redskins should spread their money out

For free agency, Redskins should spread their money out

Are the Redskins back to free agent star-chasing? Washington is considering signing cornerback Aqib Talib and safety Jairus Byrd when free agency begins Tuesday.

Redskins in free agency: On Talib, Byrd and Collins

Redskins in free agency: On Talib, Byrd and Collins

A roundup of what’s being written about the Redskins and potential free-agent additions, both from The Post and around the Web.

Redskins eye WRs Britt and Hawkins

Redskins eye WRs Britt and Hawkins

Washington reaches out in search of some more help for QB Robert Griffin III.

Cerrato: Bengals better without Gruden

Cerrato: Bengals better without Gruden

Former Redskins GM says Cincinnati will be better in 2014 for having lost its offensive coordinator.

Michael Bennett likely to remain with Seahawks, report says

Michael Bennett likely to remain with Seahawks, report says

Bears tight end Martellus Bennett had big plans for his brother in Chicago.

Redskins eye Byrd, Graham, Munnerlyn

Redskins eye Byrd, Graham, Munnerlyn

Determined to fix their problematic secondary, the Washington Redskins continue to hold discussions with top defensive backs on the market.

Rashard Mendenhall retires from NFL at 26

Rashard Mendenhall retires from NFL at 26

Running back wants to move on from a game that has been changed for the worse by an emphasis on entertainment.

NFL free agency: Hakeem Nicks wants long-term deal

NFL free agency: Hakeem Nicks wants long-term deal

New York Giants wide receiver thinks he’d be a good fit with Colts, Panthers or Chargers.

Joe Gibbs would eliminate extra points and field goals

Joe Gibbs would eliminate extra points and field goals

Three-time Super Bowl-winning Redskins coach wouldn’t mind seeing place kicking disappear.

Free agent CBs: Three the Redskins could target

Free agent CBs: Three the Redskins could target

An in-depth look at three more players who could help Washington’s secondary improve.

Redskins interested in Talib, Mitchell

Redskins interested in Talib, Mitchell

The veteran defensive backs could help Redskins upgrade a secondary that struggled throughout much of last season.

Redskins free agency: What they’re saying

Redskins free agency: What they’re saying

A roundup of what’s being written about the Redskins and next week’s opening of NFL free agency around the Web.

Five free agents the Redskins should avoid

Five free agents the Redskins should avoid

Big names are available in free agency, but doesn’t mean Washington should bite. Mike Jones provides five alternatives.

Orakpo says he’ll be unleashed in 2014

Orakpo says he’ll be unleashed in 2014

Redskins linebacker promises more freedom, a better repertoire of moves, and no excuses next season.

A look at RGIII’s Afro

A look at RGIII’s Afro

Look at Robert Griffin III’s hair, as you’ve never seen it before.

Holes to fill, up and down the lineup

Holes to fill, up and down the lineup

With plenty of needs on both sides of the ball, the Redskins are expected to take an aggressive approach in free agency.

Free agent safeties: Three the Redskins could target

Free agent safeties: Three the Redskins could target

An in-depth look at three players who could help Washington’s secondary improve.

Top needs on offense

Top needs on offense

The Washington Redskins have many key pieces in place on offense. But a number of deficiencies exist as well.

Redskins, Perry Riley remain far apart in negotiations

Redskins, Perry Riley remain far apart in negotiations

Both sides remain interested in reaching an agreement, but inside linebacker most likely will at least test the open market.

Defensive questions, and potential answers

Defensive questions, and potential answers

Many holes remain on the Redskins’ defense, a unit that ranked second-worst in the league in points allowed last season.

Redskins cut Carriker, Rocca, three others

Redskins cut Carriker, Rocca, three others

The Redskins terminate the contracts of veteran defensive end Adam Carriker and punter Sav Rocca while also waiving running backs Jawan Jamison and Davin Meggett. The team also cut tight end Richard Quinn.

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Redskins tag Orakpo, now what?

Redskins tag Orakpo, now what?

The Post Sports Live crew tries to decipher what the move by the Redskins to franchise linebacker Brian Orakpo means for Orakpo's future with the team and for the defense in 2014.

Mailbag: Orakpo tag impact, remaining needs and more...

Mailbag: Orakpo tag impact, remaining needs and more...

It should be an interesting couple of weeks as the Redskins try to overhaul their roster.

So how do we feel about ‘Redskins Nation’

So how do we feel about ‘Redskins Nation’

The Redskins -- and the media -- are increasingly using this phrase ‘Redskins Nation.’ I don’t love it.

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Nationals optimism, Redskins franchise Orakpo and Wizards climb over .500

Nationals optimism, Redskins franchise Orakpo and Wizards climb over .500

The Washington Post's Jonathan Forsythe, LaVar Arrington, Adam Kilgore and Dan Steinberg give early impressions of the Nationals' new manager from spring training and what to look forward to this season, debate whether the Redskins made the right decision using the franchise tag on Brian Orakpo and discuss how the Wizards can continue to win and stay above .500 despite losing Nene to injury.

Russell Wilson says “never say never” after workout with Texas Rangers

Russell Wilson says “never say never” after workout with Texas Rangers

Seahawks quarterback has his mind set on winning more Super Bowls, not a World Series.

Redskins players welcome Brian Orakpo back

Redskins players welcome Brian Orakpo back

Players don’t always celebrate being tagged, but the Redskins offered a hearty welcome back to their teammate.

A tough Hill workout for Brenda Martinez

A tough Hill workout for Brenda Martinez

Brenda Martinez knows a lot about firsts. The track star was the first person in her family to graduate from college. At last year’s world championships, she became the first American woman to place in the top three in the 800 meters. And this week, the California native is taking her first trip to D.C.

Redskins giving Orakpo the franchise tag was the smart-money move

Redskins giving Orakpo the franchise tag was the smart-money move

The Redskins decided to rent instead of buy when they slapped the franchise tag on linebacker Brian Orakpo on Monday.

Redskins use franchise tag to keep Orakpo

Redskins use franchise tag to keep Orakpo

The move to keep the defender will reduce the amount of money available to sign free agents to shore up the Redskins’ roster.

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