Redskins tout versatility as reason for not needing big nose tackle

Kedric Golston will likely see some time as the nose tackle in Washington's base 3-4 defense.ASHBURN, Virginia -- The Washington Redskins have opted for versatility over girth along the defensive line. It’s where the game is headed, but will it be enough to elevate their defense? They clearly believe it will; only time will reveal the answer.

But it’s why they didn’t sign another nose tackle after Terrance Knighton left in free agency. In the end, they would have welcomed him back, but New England was more serious about signing him. For the Redskins, he wasn’t versatile enough.

So if they’re going to improve up front, it will be because they believe in their versatility. And because they…