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Redskins want Jason Hatcher back, but would get savings if he goes

Contract status: Signed through 2017.

2016 cap hit: $8.75 million.

Potential savings: $6.5 million with a post-June 1 designation.

Why they might cut him: Well, this is more about him possibly retiring because that’s something he discussed at season’s end with reporters and the team. I suppose they could do something if he wants to come back and play at his current salary. At that point, the Redskins would have to weigh how much cap space they want to devote to a 34-year-old end who can’t practice all the time because of knee issues.