In 2018, it seemed like the Redskins finally had something figured out at the safety position. D.J. Swearinger was performing at a high level and could have made the Pro Bowl. They traded for Ha Ha Clinton-Dix before the trade deadline to add depth to their squad and push Montae Nicholson into a backup role. They finally had depth at talent. But then, things started to unravel.
Swearinger’s outspoken nature became a problem in the locker room. He repeatedly questioned coaches and teammates to the media and after one late-season instance in which he called out Greg Manusky, he was cut.