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Washington Redskins strong safety Montae Nicholson (35) takes the field before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik) ** FILE **

Redskins’ draft didn’t solve everything

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

In this March 3, 2019, file photo, Mississippi State defensive lineman Montez Sweat runs a drill during the NFL football scouting combine, in Indianapolis. Sweat is a possible pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File) **FILE**

Montez Sweat motivated by draft day slide

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

This June 20, 2018, photo provided by Ohio State Athletics shows Dwayne Haskins. Haskins is a possible pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. (Kirk Irwin/Ohio State University via AP)

Dwayne Haskins urged Redskins to take him

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announces that Mississippi State defensive end Montez Sweat has been selected by the Washington Redskins in the first round at the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 25, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)

Redskins thought about drafting Montez Sweat at 15

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

This June 20, 2018, photo provided by Ohio State Athletics shows Dwayne Haskins. Haskins is a possible pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. (Kirk Irwin/Ohio State University via AP)

Dwayne Haskins to compete for Redskins starting job

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

FILE - In this Tuesday, March 26, 2019, file photo, Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden speaks to the media during the NFC/AFC coaches breakfast during the annual NFL football owners meetings, in Phoenix. Just when the Redskins thought they found their long-term solution at quarterback, they’re back to the drawing board. (AP Photo/Matt York, File)

Drafting a quarterback in play for Redskins in early rounds

By STEPHEN WHYNO - Associated Press

Washington Redskins cornerback Josh Norman (24) in action against the Houston Texans in an NFL game, Sunday, November 18, 2018 in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Daniel Kucin Jr.) ** FILE **

Redskins want Josh Norman’s play to rise to ‘superstar status’

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden speaks to the media during the NFC/AFC coaches breakfast during the annual NFL football owners meetings, Tuesday, March 26, 2019, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Jay Gruden pushes back against idea he’s ‘super frustrated’

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

In this Dec. 1, 2018, photo, Oklahoma quarterback Kyler Murray (1) celebrates on the sidelines after throwing a touchdown against Oklahoma during the second half of the Big 12 Conference championship NCAA college football game, in Arlington, Texas. A record number of college football players are bypassing remaining years of eligibility to enter the NFL draft, including Heisman Trophy winner Kyler Murray. (AP Photo/Jeffrey McWhorter) **FILE**

Redskins meet with Kyler Murray at NFL scouting combine

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

In this June 13, 2018, photo, Washington Redskins coach Jay Gruden is interviewed by The Associated Press after NFL football practice in Ashburn, Va. With Jon Gruden leaving “Monday Night Football” to return to the sideline after a decade away, and Jay entering his fifth season as Redskins coach, they will join the Harbaughs as the only sets of siblings to simultaneously hold jobs as NFL head coaches. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)

Redskins see ‘great options’ at quarterback

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

In this Oct. 28, 2018, file photo, Washington Redskins free safety D.J. Swearinger warms up for the team's NFL football game against the New York Giants in East Rutherford, N.J. Swearinger, released abruptly by the Redskins after publicly criticizing the defensive coaches, didn’t need much time to find a landing place. He’s back in Arizona with the Cardinals, where he played part of 2015 and all of the 2016 season. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun) **FILE**

D.J. Swearinger says Redskins will ‘never win big’ with Jay Gruden

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden stands on the sideline in the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018, in Landover, Md. The Eagles defeated the Redskins 24-0. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

Jay Gruden to return to Redskins in 2019

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden listens to a reporter's question during a news conference at Redskins Park, Monday, Dec. 31, 2018, in Ashburn, Va. The Washington Redskins ended their season Sunday with a 24-0 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik) ** FILE **

Jay Gruden surprisingly honest about Redskins’ need for change

By Thom Loverro

Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden leaves a news conference at Redskins Park, Monday, Dec. 31, 2018, in Ashburn, Va. The Washington Redskins ended their season Sunday with a 24-0 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

Jay Gruden awaits his fate amid slew of coach firings

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden stands on the sideline in the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018, in Landover, Md. The Eagles defeated the Redskins 24-0. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

Jay Gruden still waiting to see if he’ll officially return to Redskins

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

In this Oct. 28, 2018, file photo, Washington Redskins free safety D.J. Swearinger warms up for the team's NFL football game against the New York Giants in East Rutherford, N.J. Swearinger, released abruptly by the Redskins after publicly criticizing the defensive coaches, didn’t need much time to find a landing place. He’s back in Arizona with the Cardinals, where he played part of 2015 and all of the 2016 season. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun) **FILE**

Jay Gruden: Swearinger release ‘right decision’

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson leaves the field after an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans Saturday, Dec. 22, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. The Titans won 25-16.(AP Photo/Mark Zaleski) ** FILE **

Redskins digest another disappointing season without playoffs

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins quarterback Josh Johnson (8) is run out of bounds by Tennessee Titans free safety Kevin Byard (31) in the second half of an NFL football game Saturday, Dec. 22, 2018, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/James Kenney)

Josh Johnson throws interceptions late, defense blows lead vs. Titans

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive back Jarrod Wilson, right, breaks up a pass intended for Washington Redskins wide receiver Josh Doctson (18) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 16, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack) **FILE**

Josh Doctson, Vernon Davis questionable vs. Titans

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dede Westbrook, second from right, is stopped by the Washington Redskins defense including linebacker Shaun Dion Hamilton (51), free safety D.J. Swearinger (36), strong safety Ha Ha Clinton-Dix (20) and defensive end Jonathan Allen (93) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 16, 2018, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Shaun Dion Hamilton making most of starting

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times