The Cardinals claimed former safety D.J. Swearinger on Tuesday after criticism of the Redskins' defensive coordinator led to his release Monday.
Swearinger broke the news with an Instagram post. He was waived by Washington after criticizing defensive coordinator Greg Manusky in the aftermath of Saturday's loss to the Titans.
"(Redskins coach Jay Gruden) just said it was the third time I've been in his office and we're going to release you," Swearinger told. "And that was that.
"I don't have words for this. ... I gave it my all and put my heart into it every single week to the best I could.