Washington Redskins
Jerome Murphy - #45 - CB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 0"/ 200 lbs. |
| Birthday | 01/13/1987 |
| Birthplace | Elizabeth, NJ |
| College | South Florida |
| Years played | 3 |
| Drafted | 2010, 3rd round, 1st pick by Rams |
Two Redskins added to NFC Pro Bowl roster
Redskins LBs Brian Orakpo and London Fletcher were added to nthe NFC Pro Bowl roster, replacing Clay Matthews of the Packers and the Bears' Brian Urlacher.
Redskins trying to build value of McNabb, Haynesworth
Many were surprised when Redskins GM Bruce Allen hinted that QB Donovan McNabb and DT Albert Haynesworth possibly could return in 2011. Don't buy it.
Redskins' OL needs start inside
Aging C Casey Rabach is among the many concerns in the interior of the Redskins' offensive line that need to be addressed this offseason.
Suh would welcome Haynesworth in Detroit
There have been reports that the Lions could investigate acquiring DT Albert Haynesworth, and that would be just fine with DT Ndamukong Suh.
Redskins' offense can work with right parts
It was a rough first season for Mike Shanahan in Washington, but there were plenty of signs that his offensive system can work with the Redskins.
Giants top 'Skins but miss playoffs
The New York Giants got the win. They didn't get the help.
Moss wants to remain a Redskin, but will he?
Finishing a superb season without any fanfare, WR Santana Moss has expressed a desire to stay with Washington next season, and early indications are that the team wants him back, according to NFC East Whispers.
Portis wants to return, but do Redskins want him?
RB Clinton Portis told media members this week that he's not done, but you have to wonder what, if any, his role would be in Washington in 2011.
Redskins sign CB Jones, place S Moore on I.R.
The Redskins announced Wednesday that they have signed CB Reggie Jones to their active roster and CB Doug Dutch and DL Vince Oghobaase to their practice squad. The team also placed S Kareem Moore (knee) on the reserve/injured list.
Scout's Notebook: Redskins QB Rex Grossman
Nolan Nawrocki analyzes Redskins QB Rex Grossman from a scout's perspective, detailing his positives and negatives.
Redskins' defense comes up with gutsy effort
The season long ago had gotten away from the Redskins, but the defense, which was down several players, performed like everything was on the line against the Jaguars.
Week 16 Players of the Week
This week, PFW selects Packers QB Aaron Rodgers, Bears S Chris Harris and Redskins FB Darrel Young as its Players of the Week.
Redskins top Jags on Gano's kick in OT
Kevin Barnes intercepted David Garrard's second pass in overtime, setting up Graham Gano's 31-yard field goal that gave the Redskins a 20-17 victory over the Jaguars and snapped a four-game losing streak Sunday.
Report: McNabb will ask for his release
Redskins QB Donovan McNabb will reportedly ask for his release at the end of the 2010 season.
PLAYER NEWS
The Detroit Lions bolstered their depleted secondary Wednesday, claiming cornerback Jerome Murphy off waivers from the New Orleans Saints.|||||||
The two-year veteran played the first two games of the season for New Orleans before being waived Monday. He had an interception and 25 tackles in 14 games with St. Louis in 2010. The Lions, who were already missing safety Louis Delmas, and cornerbacks Chris Houston and Bill Bentley before Sunday's loss at San Francisco, lost cornerback Drayton Florence indefinitely after he suffered a broken arm during the game.
New Orleans has claimed Murphy off of waivers from the St. Louis Rams.|||||||
Murphy, whose acquisition was announced Sunday, was selected by the Rams out of South Florida in the third round of the 2010 draft. He played in 14 games as a rookie before missing all of 2011 with a broken ankle.
Murphy has landed on injured reserve with an ankle injury.|||||||
Murphy was a first-round pick in 2010 by the Rams.
