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FILE - San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams (71) looks on prior to an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, in Glendale, Ariz., in this Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, file photo. The San Francisco 49ers locked up their biggest potential free agent for the long term by agreeing to give star left tackle Trent Williams the richest contract ever for an offensive lineman. Williams' agents at Elite Loyalty Sports say the deal agreed to early Wednesday morning, March 17, 2021, will pay Williams $138.1 million over the next six years, surpassing the $138 million deal David Bakhtiari got from during last season. (AP Photo/Jennifer Stewart, File)
Some NFL veterans prosper as business season begins

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

FILE - Cincinnati Bengals cornerback William Jackson (22) plays against the Dallas Cowboys in the second half of an NFL football game in Cincinnati, in this Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, file photo. Washington has agreed to sign cornerback William Jackson. Jackson's contract with Washington is worth $42 million over three years with $26 million guaranteed, a person with knowledge of the signing tells The Associated Press. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Wednesday, March 17, 2021, because the team does not release contract terms. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster, File)
AP source: Washington agrees to sign receiver Curtis Samuel

By Stephen Whyno Mar. 17, 2021 09:26 AM EDT

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,...

Washington Football Team's Alex Smith plays during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)
Washington beats the Eagles 20-14, captures NFC East title

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 03, 2021 11:29 PM EST

Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith (11) warms up prior to an NFL football game against San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Washington Football Team at San Francisco 49ers 12/13/2020

Dec. 13, 2020 04:12 PM EST

Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera, center, walks on the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Monday, Dec. 7, 2020. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Alex Smith, defense help Washington defeat Steelers 23-17

By Howard Fendrich Dec. 07, 2020 10:29 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joe Haden (23) breaks up a pass intended for Washington Football Team wide receiver Cam Sims (89) during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 7, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Surprise! Washington ends Pittsburgh's perfect season 23-17

By Will Graves Dec. 07, 2020 08:49 PM EST

Washington Football Team wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) is tackled by Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joe Haden (23) after making a catch during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 7, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Washington Football Team at Pittsburgh Steelers 12/7/2020

Dec. 07, 2020 05:14 PM EST

Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith warms up before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, Thursday, Nov. 26, 2020. (AP Photo/Roger Steinman)
Washington Football Team at Dallas Cowboys 11/26/2020

Nov. 26, 2020 04:08 PM EST

Washington LT Cornelius Lucas out again for Dallas game

Nov. 26, 2020 03:29 PM EST
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Washington left tackle Cornelius Lucas is missing his second straight game with an ankle injury in a Thanksgiving visit to Dallas. ...

Top pick Burrow, Bengals visit No. 2 pick Young, Washington

By The Associated Press Nov. 19, 2020 10:10 AM EST
CINCINNATI (2-6-1) at WASHINGTON (2-7) Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS OPENING LINE — Even RECORD VS....

Detroit Lions cornerback Amani Oruwariye (24) deflects a pass intended for Washington Football Team wide receiver Jeff Badet (84) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Falling behind in games continues to haunt Washington

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 16, 2020 12:39 PM EST

Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith looks to throw during the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Tony Ding)
Smith strong in 1st start since '18, but it comes in a loss

By Noah Trister Nov. 15, 2020 06:41 PM EST

Detroit Lions kicker Matt Prater (5) boots the winning field goal with seconds remaining during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Prater's 59-yard FG lifts Lions to 30-27 win over Washington

By Larry Lage Nov. 15, 2020 04:37 PM EST

Detroit Lions running back D'Andre Swift (32) rushes during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Washington Football Team at Detroit Lions 11/15/2020

Nov. 15, 2020 01:36 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) runs for a first down against the Buffalo Bills during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
The Latest: Quarterbacks drafted No. 1 shine around NFL

By The Associated Press Nov. 15, 2020 11:55 AM EST

Dallas Cowboys safety Donovan Wilson (37) and cornerback Trevon Diggs (27) fail to stop Washington Football Team running back Antonio Gibson (24) from scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Gibson, running game look like key to Washington offense

By Stephen Whyno Oct. 26, 2020 03:35 PM EDT

Washington Football Team quarterback Kyle Allen (8) loses control of the ball and watches New York Giants linebacker Tae Crowder (48) recover it during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. Crowder scored a touchdown on the play. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Giants and Judge finally win, beat Washington on fumble TD

By Tom Canavan Oct. 18, 2020 07:16 PM EDT

Washington Football Team running back Antonio Gibson (24) runs into Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey (44) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Jackson shows MVP form to help Ravens beat Washington 31-17

By David Ginsburg Oct. 04, 2020 04:07 PM EDT

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz, center, celebrates his touchdown with teammates center Jason Kelce (62) and during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Al Drago)
Washington gets 8 sacks, rallies for 27-17 win over Eagles

By Rob Maaddi Sep. 13, 2020 05:45 PM EDT