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NFL Rumors: Alex Smith, WFT 'Expected to Part Ways' Ahead of 2021 Free Agency

The Washington Football Team is reportedly preparing to move on from quarterback Alex Smith.

Ian Rapoport and Kim Jones of NFL Network reported the move will happen in "the coming days." It's unclear if Smith will be released or traded, though the former is far more likely.

Smith is due an $18.8 million base salary in 2021. Washington would save $14.7 million off its 2021 cap by moving on from his contract.

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.