Montae Nicholson had emerged for the Washington Redskins this season as someone who could help solve their long-standing safety problems. But there was one issue: Nicholson couldn't stay healthy. And now his season has ended because of a concussion.
The Redskins placed Nicholson on injured reserve Tuesday, promoting Fish Smithson off the practice squad. While it's a good opportunity for Smithson, it's a tough blow for the Redskins and Nicholson. The rookie fourth-round pick had become the starting safety after Su'a Cravens was placed on a reserve/exempt list before the season.
The Redskins have 15 players on injured reserve with 11 either considered starters or key reserves.