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The Redskins’ free agent moves, and what they mean

While not flashy, and seemingly stagnant in the eyes of some of their fans, the Washington Redskins have indeed had a busy free-agency period.

Here’s a look back at the moves so far, in general order of importance, and the impact that they bring.

QB Kirk Cousins – Retained with the franchise tag
What it means: By retaining Cousins, the Redskins hope to have, at long last, stability at quarterback. The team remains optimistic that it can hammer out a long-term deal with the fifth-year veteran, who fits well into Jay Gruden’s system.