Although it is still developing, Reuben Foster, who was released by the San Francisco 49ers earlier in the week due to another report of domestic violence.
The #Redskins claimed Reuben Foster, source says
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) November 27, 2018
Former 49ers’ LB Reuben Foster was claimed by the Washington Redskins, per source.
Now the question becomes whether or when the league will suspend him.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 27, 2018
Interesting thoughts from Redskins media:
This is embarrassing for the organization. Straight up. It says you value football talent over everything, including the safety of your community, your reputation and most importantly taking a stand against domestic violence. https://t.co/kMM1kDPXtP
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 27, 2018
I do not care how good he is. If I was a woman in that building after the cheerleader scandal, this and who knows what else I would consider leaving. I can believe they’re doing this, but that’s kinda the point.
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 27, 2018
I would think this particular move would need ownership’s approval. If it did not get approved, the owner should fire the president immediately. https://t.co/0NwXigbAye
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) November 27, 2018
For now, barring any setbacks on his physical, Reuben Foster will be a Washington Redskin.
Foster also has to pass the #Redskins physical (currently dealing with a hamstring injury–was on injury report last week with it and limited in practice for 3 days, also had a right shoulder injury earlier this season).
— Adam Caplan (@caplannfl) November 27, 2018
Senior Vice President of Player Personnel Doug Williams said this:
From the Redskins: pic.twitter.com/DPUtRJOSTM
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 27, 2018