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Washington Redskins: 3 Attractive Factors For A New General Manager

By Donny Starr

Aug 20, 2015; Landover, MD, USA; Washington Redskins general manager Scot McCloughan on the field before the game between the Washington Redskins and the Detroit Lions at FedEx Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 20, 2015; Landover, MD, USA; Washington Redskins general manager Scot McCloughan on the field before the game between the Washington Redskins and the Detroit Lions at FedEx Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 24, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) in action during the game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. The Redskins defeat the Bears 41-21. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /

1. One-Year Contracts Give GM’s Flexibility Immediately

That’s right. The lack of a long-term contract for Kirk Cousins means a new general manager isn’t committed to a quarterback from the “old regime.” What do you do to keep everything a movable piece? Offer one-year contracts.

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Is this shocking to anyone? It shouldn’t’ be. Shocking is having to watch Dale Earnhardt Jr. drive a car dressed in Philadelphia Eagles colors. He’s the biggest Redskins fan on the circuit. But that’s another story.

When you see news of unrestricted free agents signing one-year deals, don’t be surprised. It’s the opportunity for the next general manager to cut and keep who he wants. Players who received multi-year deals serve critical needs:

  • Former Raiders defensive end Stacy McGee signed a five-year, $25 million contract.
  • Tight end Vernon Davis signed a three-year, $15 million contract.
  • Defensive tackle Terrell McClain agreed to terms on a four-year contract, rumored to be “North of $21 Million” according to Washington Post reporter Master Tefastion.
  • Former Cardinals free safety D.J. Swearinger signed a three-year, $13.5 million contract.

Because the Redskins problems on the defensive side of the ball is well-known, the front office has to show they’re responding to that need. Otherwise, you’re selling a car “with problems”.

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