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Thoughts on the Redskins’ initial 53-man roster for 2015

The Washington Redskins competed their final cuts, settling on their initial 53-man roster.

The finished product – if you can call it that – features next to no surprises. Based on the way things played out in the preseason, players’ bodies of work spoke volumes.

Things could change in some position groups, however. The Redskins could scan the waiver wire and see if any of the talent there will serve as upgrades at key positions.

Eight draft picks made the roster. Sixth-rounder Evan Spencer (released and designated injured today), seventh-round pick Austin Reiter (cut Friday) and sixth-round cornerback Tevin Mitchel (waived injured during training camp) did not.