The new league year begins at 4 p.m. ET on Wednesday, but the Washington Redskins reportedly were getting a head start on some roster moves Monday morning.
The team has informed quarterback Robert Griffin III of his release, according to multiple reports, including the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Defensive end Jason Hatcher has also indicated, via Instagram post, that his time with the Redskins has ended.
Griffin III endured an up-and-down tenure with the Redskins. The second-overall pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, Griffin III took the league by storm his rookie season, capturing AP Offensive Rookie of the Year honors and leading Washington to its first NFC East title since the 1999 season.