The Washington Redskins made two surprised cuts a day after the roster had to be reduced to 75. The first was the announcement that Graham Gano didn't win the kicking competition with Neil Rackers. Instead he too received the boot and the team brought in Billy Cundiff, formally of the Baltimore Ravens. The Skins also released fan favorite, Chris Cooley, who shouldn't be on the market for long–assuming he's willing to play for another team.
Mike Shanahan stressed that Chris wanted to be a starter in the NFL. Last year, Cooley started the first five games of the season alongside Fred Davis before injuries shut him down. The team no longer believes that he can start for this team; clearly, they like Fred Davis and Niles Paul to be the top two options at tight end, with Logan Paulsen helping out in three tight end packages or in a relief role.
Chris Cooley has spent his entire NFL career with the Redskins. He amassed 4,703 yards and 33 touchdowns in his eight seasons, ...
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August 28, 2012
