The Redskins signed Troy Vincent in October, hoping he could solidify their weakness at safety. But Vincent made little impact, thanks, in part, to a hamstring injury.
So Thursday, Washington released the five-time Pro Bowl player, saving $1.3 million on the salary cap for 2007.
Vincent, 35, started three games for the Redskins in 2006. He then hurt his hamstring, was inactive for two games and then returned as a reserve for the final two.
Washington had hoped he could provide a boost after Adam Archuleta’s struggles. The Redskins still have to decide what they want to do with Archuleta as well as Vernon Fox, who also started at safety last season. Pierson Prioleau, who was hurt on the opening kickoff of the season, would have started if healthy and will return next season.
» Also, Washington promoted Matthew Shea to defensive quality control coach and signed Bill Khayat as an offensive quality control coach. Khayat’s father, Eddie, played defensive tackle for the Redskins in 1957 and again from 1962-63. Shea had worked in the video department since 2004.
Man of Troy
» Vincent made five Pro Bowls as a corner with Philadelphia. He has 47 career interceptions.
» He started three games at safety for the Skins last season and blocked a field goal in the final minute of a win over Dallas.
