D.J. Swearinger made some comments this weekend that were the final straws for Redskins management. After warning Swearinger not to speak out about teammates and coaches to the media, Swearinger put defensive coordinator Greg Manusky on blast for his late-game coaching against the Titans. And just a few days later, the Redskins elected to release him.
Some may not agree with the decision to part with Swearinger, but simply put, NFL coaching staffs and front offices don’t tolerate consistent insubordination, as it can poison a locker room. And that’s why the squad moved Swearinger in hopes of changing their defensive culture a bit.