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Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins seems content to play under the $19.95 million franchise tag this season if no deal is reached by Friday's deadline. (Associated Press)

Kirk Cousins found out what the Redskins thought of his value: Not much

By Thom Loverro

FILE - In this Jan. 10, 2016 file photo, Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) passes the ball during the first half of an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers in Landover, Md. The Washington Redskins have placed the franchise tag on Cousins, setting him up to earn about $20 million for next season while still leaving open the possibility of a long-term contract. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

Kirk Cousins to play 2016 season under franchise-tag designation

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins seems content to play under the $19.95 million franchise tag this season if no deal is reached by Friday's deadline. (Associated Press)

Deadline for long-term contract looms on Friday for Kirk Cousins, Redskins

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) celebrates his touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Landover, Md., Sunday, Dec. 20, 2015. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally) **FILE**

Kirk Cousins, Washington Redskins should not be in a rush to sign new contract

By Deron Snyder

Washington Redskins starting quarterback Kirk Cousins (8), grimaces as he throws the ball during the NFL football team's minicamp at the Redskins Park in Ashburn, Va., Wednesday, June 15, 2016. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

Kirk Cousins clearly looking forward to contract extension deadline

By Thom Loverro - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) throws during practice at the team's NFL football training facility at Redskins Park, Wednesday, June 8, 2016 in Ashburn, Va. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Spirited effort accompanies Redskins in opener of two-day minicamp

By Mark Eisenhauer - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins was sharp on his passes during organized team activities last week. (Associated Press)

Kirk Cousins’ command of Redskins offense evident at organized team activities

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins starting quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) looks at the field as they stretch during NFL football practice at the Redskins Park in Ashburn, Va., Wednesday, May 25, 2016. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

Kirk Cousins comfortable taking ownership of Redskins’ offense

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times

FILE - In this Jan. 10, 2016 file photo, Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) passes the ball during the first half of an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers in Landover, Md. The Washington Redskins have placed the franchise tag on Cousins, setting him up to earn about $20 million for next season while still leaving open the possibility of a long-term contract. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

Scot McCloughan confident Redskins will work out long-term deal with Kirk Cousins

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins quarterback Colt McCoy (16) passes the ball during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Landover, Md., Thursday, Sept. 3, 2015. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

LOVERRO: Unlike Robert Griffin III, Colt McCoy soldiers on with Redskins

By Thom Loverro - The Washington Times

Washington had hired general manager Scot McCloughan, known as a personnel-gathering savant who grappled with personal challenges. The team drafted an offensive lineman with its first pick. It was a head-turning, agreeable decision for an organization often more attracted to shine than concrete.
In this photo taken Sept. 13, 2015, Washington Redskins general manager Scot McCloughan walks on the field before an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, in Landover, Md. After seeing their team unravel following a disputed penalty call in a 28-point loss this season, a couple of veterans on the Redskins, safety Dashon Goldson and nose tackle Terrance Pot Roast Knighton thought a players-only meeting would be a good idea. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Scot McCloughan values building from within during free agency

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins' Robert Griffin III (10) lies on the turf after he was sacked for a loss by Houston Texans' J.J. Watt during the third quarter of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014, in Houston. (AP Photo/Patric Schneider)

Timeline: Robert Griffin III’s tenure with Redskins full of excitement, controversy

The Washington Times

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) warms up before an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

LOVERRO: Kirk Cousins’ game of tag pays off for him, but will it for Redskins?

By Thom Loverro - The Washington Times

FILE - In this Dec. 20, 2015, file photo, Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) celebrates wide receiver Pierre Garcon's touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Landover, Md. Redskins play the the Philadelphia Eagles on Saturday, Dec. 26, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally, File)

Kirk Cousins signs franchise tag tender, ensuring return to Redskins

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) reacts after a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Redskins use non-exclusive franchise tag on quarterback Kirk Cousins

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins' Kirk Cousins walks the field after an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2015, in Philadelphia. Washington won 38-24. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)

Scot McCloughan has “very positive” meeting with Kirk Cousins’ agent

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) warms up before an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

LOVERRO: Uncertainty again trails Kirk Cousins at crossroads in career

By Thom Loverro - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) warms up before an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Green Bay Packers in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Reviewing the Redskins’ offense: Kirk Cousins, Jordan Reed and other highlights

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times

Green Bay Packers inside linebacker Clay Matthews (52) closes in on the sack of Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) during the first half of an NFL wild card playoff football game in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)

Jay Gruden on Kirk Cousins: ‘We’re excited about … him being our quarterback’

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) reacts after a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Patience, discipline at root of Kirk Cousins’ record-setting year with Redskins

By Anthony Gulizia - The Washington Times