Friday’s roster moves for the Washington Redskins were more of a formality than any type of statement by coach Ron Rivera. By releasing cornerback Josh Norman and receiver Paul Richardson, the Redskins cleared $15 million off the books for next season.
Those transactions were expected, but still important — given Washington now has a projected $52.9 million in cap space, ninth most in the NFL, according to Over The Cap.
With an abundance of needs this offseason, the Redskins have plenty of options on how to use that freed-up cash:
Extend others on the roster
One of the biggest questions facing the Redskins this spring is what they plan to do with right guard Brandon Scherff.