Redskins cut ties with RG3
The Redskins released Robert Griffin III, four years after trading a bevy of draft picks to take the Heisman Trophy- winning quarterback with the No. 2 overall choice.
The Redskins had until Wednesday to part ways with Griffin and prevent his 2016 contract worth about $ 16 million from becoming guaranteed. Griffin becomes a free agent and can sign anywhere.
The release closes the book on Griffin’s tumultuous tenure in Washington, which included 2012 offensive rookie of the year honors but also injuries and clashes with coaches Mike Shanahan and Jay Gruden.
Working to free up space under the salary cap, the Redskins also released safeties Dashon Goldson and Jeron Johnson, as well as defensive end Jason Hatcher.
The Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to trade running back DeMarco Murray to the Tennessee Titans, according to ESPN. Murray had 193 carries for 702 yards last season.
Also, Eagles cornerback Byron Maxwell and linebacker Kiko Alonso were traded to the Miami Dolphins for draft choices.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive lineman and seventime Pro Bowl guard Logan Mankins is retiring after 11 seasons.
The Pittsburgh Steelers signed safety Robert Golden and wide receiver Darrius Heyward- Bey to three- year deals.
The Seattle Seahawks agreed to terms on a threeyear deal with defensive tackle Ahtyba Rubin.