Found November 07, 2009 on Washington Times:
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The Washington Redskins signed Glenn Pakulak in October hoping they would need only a temporary solution to their problem at punter. No such luck: The club this week signed Sam Paulescu when punter Hunter Smith aggravated a groin injury, and he could keep the job for the rest of the season. Smith won't play Sunday at Atlanta, marking the third game out of four he has missed - a development that could cost him his roster spot. Tight end Chris Cooley, who has a broken tibia, already is claiming a roster spot while being sidelined at least the next three ... Email </a
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