Thanks James Thrash

The Redskins released James Thrash today. The wide receiver had spent most of his career with the Redskins, save a short stint with the Philadelphia Eagles.

This move is not surprising. Thrash has spent 12 seasons in the NFL. Though not ever the number 1 receiver with any team, he proved to be a fairly good number 2 and in recent years beat out younger, healthier players for playing time. More than a good player on the field, by all reports he was a great teammate and locker room leader.

Following the dismissal of Jon Jansen in recent weeks, it is unlikely Thrash will sign with another team and should concentrate on healing. Jansen subsequently signed with the Detroit Lions. The move by the team on Thrash clears the way for second year players Devin Thomas and Malcolm Kelly to step up and take stronger roles in this coming season's offense.