The Redskins have cut kicker Ty Long after an offseason and preseason-long competition with veteran Kai Forbath, a person with knowledge of the situation confirmed.
An undrafted rookie out of Alabama-Birmingham, Long was brought in to challenge Forbath, but never managed to overtake the fourth-year pro.
CSN Washington’s Chick Hernandez first reported news of Long’s release.
Although Forbath struggled with consistency during in-practice kicking competitions, and lacked the leg strength that Long boasted on kickoffs, Long didn’t distinguish himself.
During preseason games, Long never attempted a field goal. He handled six kickoffs, averaging 65.8 yards per attempt with two touchbacks.