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Predicting the Redskins practice squad following the cut to 53

By Jacob Camenker

TAMPA, FL - AUGUST 31: Offensive guard Kyle Kalis #67 of the Washington Redskins protects quarterback Nate Sudfeld #2 from defensive tackle Channing Ward #71 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first quarter of an NFL preseason football game on August 31, 2017 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Brian Blanco/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FL - AUGUST 31: Offensive guard Kyle Kalis #67 of the Washington Redskins protects quarterback Nate Sudfeld #2 from defensive tackle Channing Ward #71 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first quarter of an NFL preseason football game on August 31, 2017 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Brian Blanco/Getty Images) /
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LAWRENCE, KS – NOVEMBER 19: Fish Smithson #9 of the Kansas Jayhawks intercepts a ball intended for wide receiver Jerrod Heard #13 of the Texas Longhorns in the second quarter at Memorial Stadium on November 19, 2016 in Lawrence, Kansas. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images)
LAWRENCE, KS – NOVEMBER 19: Fish Smithson #9 of the Kansas Jayhawks intercepts a ball intended for wide receiver Jerrod Heard #13 of the Texas Longhorns in the second quarter at Memorial Stadium on November 19, 2016 in Lawrence, Kansas. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images) /

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Fish Smithson

Of all the undrafted players that had a chance to make the Redskins final roster, Fish Smithson was probably the best. He played his college ball at Kansas, and he really looked like a complete player during the course of his career with the Jayhawks. In the preseason, those suspicions were confirmed.

Smithson was excellent in coverage and had the only pick the Redskins had during the preseason. He had good tackling skills as well and looked like a depth player with some serious upside. However, the Redskins elected to keep only four safeties, and Smithson ended up on the chopping block along with Will Blackmon.

Smithson may have a chance to make the roster late in the year, and he will be on the Redskins practice squad, provided that he is not claimed by another team in the waiver process. He could end up being the most pro ready player on the team’s practice squad.

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We will keep you updated on all the latest rumors when it comes to the practice squad. Now that the 53-man roster is set, not much more needs to happen before the NFL season kicks off!

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