The Redskins signed third-round draft pick Kevin Barnes on Thursday.
Barnes, who played collegiately at the University of Maryland, is expected to challenge Justin Tryon for the No. 4 cornerback position. Tryon was unimpressive as a rookie, but coaches like his speed. Barnes, a Glen Burnie, Md., native, has better size at 6-foot, 187 pounds and is fast as well, having run the 40-yard dash in 4.48 seconds.
Washington released defensive end Derek Walker and receiver Jaison Williams.
First-round pick Brian Orakpo remains unsigned. He’s expected to challenge for the starting strongside linebacker job and rush as an end in passing situations.
