Alex Smith

FILE - Arizona Cardinals running back Kenyan Drake (41) dives over the line for a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of an NFL football game in Glendale, Ariz., in this Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, file photo. The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed to a two-year deal worth up to $14.5 million with free agent running back Kenyan Drake to complement starter Josh Jacobs. A person familiar with the deal says Drake will be guaranteed $11 million under the deal agreed to on Thursday, March 18, 2021. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal hasn't been announced. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)

Let's Talk: NFL free agents and traded players speak up

By Barry Wilner Mar. 18, 2021 05:33 PM EDT

Some NFL veterans prosper as business season begins

By Barry Wilner Mar. 17, 2021 02:30 PM EDT

FILE - Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller takes up his position during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay, Wisc., in this Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, file photo. The Denver Broncos have exercised star linebacker Von Miller's 2021 option. The move engages the final season of the six-year, $114.5 million contract Miller signed in 2016 in the aftermath of his Super Bowl 50 MVP performance. It also guarantees him $7 million of his $17.5 million base salary. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer, File)

Spend, spend, spend on 2nd day of "legal tampering" in NFL

By Barry Wilner Mar. 16, 2021 02:40 PM EDT

FILE - Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) waits for the snap during the second half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Jacksonville, Fla., in this Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020, file photo. Ryan Fitzpatrick has agreed to sign a one-year deal with Washington, according to a person with direct knowledge of the move. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday, March 16, 2021, because the deal cannot be official until the new league year starts Wednesday. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough, File)

AP source: Washington signing QB Fitzpatrick, CB Jackson

By Stephen Whyno Mar. 16, 2021 09:54 AM EDT

FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady leaves the field an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans, in this Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, file photo. om Brady has agreed to a contract extension with the Buccaneers that provides the Super Bowl champions with much-needed salary cap relief and will help the seven-time NFL champion reach a goal of playing until he’s at least 45. Brady posted a picture of himself on Twitter, signing the extension Friday, March 12, 2021, with the message: “In pursuit of 8 ... LFG@ Buccaneers we’re keeping the band together.” (AP Photo/Brett Duke, File)

Nobody comes for free in NFL free agency that begins Monday

By Barry Wilner Mar. 13, 2021 01:20 PM EST

Washington has cap space to spend, needs a QB and much more

By The Associated Press Mar. 12, 2021 06:06 PM EST
WASHINGTON (7-10) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: QB Alex Smith, CB Ronald Darby, EDGE Ryan Kerrigan, TE Jeremy Sprinkle, LB Kevin Pierre-Louis,...

FILE - Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith (11) plays in an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, in this Monday, Dec. 7, 2020, file photo. Washington has informed Alex Smith the team is releasing the veteran quarterback, according to a person with direct knowledge of the decision. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Friday, March 5, 2021, because Smith’s release was not yet official. The NFL's Comeback Player of the Year hopes to continue playing next season at age 37. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)

Washington releases Comeback Player of the Year Alex Smith

By Stephen Whyno Mar. 05, 2021 10:09 AM EST

FILE - Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) looks to pass against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game in Landover, Md., in this , Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021, file photo. Washington re-signed quarterback Taylor Heinicke to an $8.75 million, two-year contract, Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)

QB Heinicke re-signs with Washington for $8.75M over 2 years

By Stephen Whyno Feb. 10, 2021 10:48 AM EST

Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (22) carries the ball against Baltimore Ravens free safety DeShon Elliott (32) in the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

Rodgers wins 3rd MVP, Donald gets 3rd top defensive player

By Barry Wilner Feb. 06, 2021 10:53 PM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 29, 2019, file photo, Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator Brian Daboll watches the team warm up for an NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Orchard Park, N.Y. The likelihood of Daboll staying in Buffalo for at least more season have increased after he was passed over in filling the Los Angeles Chargers coaching job, two people with direct knowledge of Daboll's plans told The Associated Press. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)

The Latest: Packers' Aaron Rodgers wins 3rd MVP Award

By The Associated Press Feb. 06, 2021 08:07 PM EST

In this still image from video provided by the NFL, Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid speaks during Super Bowl 55 Opening Night, Monday, Feb. 1, 2021. (NFL via AP)

Reid, Arians bring stellar offensive systems to Super Bowl

By Josh Dubow Feb. 05, 2021 10:58 AM EST

FILE - New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton (1) looks to throw the ball against the Miami Dolphins during an NFL football game in Miami Gardens, Fla., in this Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, file photo. Washington’s biggest offseason need is to figure out its quarterback situation. Trade for DeShaun Watson? Sign Cam Newton? Roll with Alex Smith and Kyle Allen? Coach Ron Rivera says “nothing is off the table.” (AP Photo/Doug Murray, File)

Watson? Newton? Smith? Allen? Washington explores QB options

By Stephen Whyno Feb. 03, 2021 07:20 PM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021, file photo, Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady reacts after winning the NFC championship NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay, Wis. The Super Bowl matchup features the most accomplished quarterback ever to play the game who is still thriving at age 43 in Brady against the young gun who is rewriting record books at age 25. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke, File)

Tom Brady has denied 27 QBs in unparalleled playoff success

By Arnie Stapleton Feb. 03, 2021 04:32 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 22, 2020, file photo, Washington Football Team quarterback Dwayne Haskins runs onto the field as the team is introduced before an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Landover, Md. The Pittsburgh Steelers signed the former Washington quarterback to a futures contract on Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021, giving the 23-year-old a second chance after the flamed out in the nation's capital in less than two seasons. (AP Photo/Daniel Kucin Jr., File)

Former Washington QB Haskins signs deal with Steelers

By Will Graves Jan. 21, 2021 05:32 PM EST

FILE - This is a 2020 file photo showing Trent Baalke of the Jacksonville Jaguars NFL football team. The Jacksonville Jaguars formally named Baalke general manager on Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021. (AP Photo)

Jags hire ex-49ers exec Baalke as GM, removing interim tag

By Mark Long Jan. 21, 2021 09:18 AM EST

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers pumps his fist after an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Los Angeles Rams Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers defeated the Rams 32-18 to advance to the NFC championship game. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)

3 title game quarterbacks have similar draft history

By Josh Dubow Jan. 20, 2021 02:34 AM EST

AP Sportlight

By The Associated Press Jan. 14, 2021 10:00 AM EST
Jan. 14 1943 — Montreal’s Alex Smart scores three goals in his first NHL game and leads the Canadiens to a 5-1 victory over the Chicago...