ESPN.com · Dec 24, 2018
Redskins cutting ties with D.J. Swearinger, safety says
The Washington Redskins are moving on from D.J. Swearinger following his critical comments on defensive coordinator Greg Manusky after Saturday's loss, the safety told 106.7 The Fan on Monday.
Swearinger told the radio station during his weekly appearance that coach Jay Gruden called him into his office and informed him of his release.
Following Saturday's 25-16 loss to the Titans, Swearinger ripped Manusky's playcalling, saying the team should have played zone against backup quarterback Blaine Gabbert.
"We should have blowed them out," Swearinger said. "If I'm the D-coordinator, I'm calling zone every time on third down because you got a backup quarterback. Make him beat us.
