A morning roundup of what the local and national media have to say about the Washington Redskins on Monday, March 10, 2013.

All reports, rumors and conjecture are a reflection of the media conversation and are not endorsed or confirmed by the Washington Redskins.

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--A look at some free agents that the Redskins may have potentially contacted over the weekend to begin negotiations with, in order to bring them to Washington this season.

--After being released by the New Orleans Saints, one insider looks at Darren Sproles as a possible option at running back to pair with Alfred Morris.

--With only so much money to spend in free agency and on drafted players, will the Redskins be able to fill their defensive needs from within?

--With free agency set to begin Tuesday at 4 P.M., ‘legal tampering’ has already started with teams contacting pending free agents.

--A review of rookie linebacker ' season and a prediction of what he will become going forward with the Redskins.

--After being stuck with a cap penalty by the league the past two seasons, it seems likely that the Redskins are looking to spend some money this offseason in free agency.

--According to reports, the Redskins have interest in cornerback Aqib Talib and safety Mike Mitchell as free agency approaches on Tuesday.

--With many holes to fill on the roster, one writer explains why the Redskins should sign these five players.

--Breaking down each NFC East team’s free agents along with what positions the team needs to pursue during the free agency period.

--With a smaller offensive line still on the roster from Mike Shanahan's time in Washington, will the Redskins ‘stand pat’ with the line that they have?

--A look at a few free agent corners that Washington could target this this offseason including a big name, a value, and a sleeper to improve their secondary.

--One writer looks at five free agents he thinks that the Redskins should avoid come free agency. 

--Reports say that the Redskins have an interest in Bengals offensive tackle Anthony Collins who is set to become a free agent. Head coach Jay Gruden was the offensive coordinator for the Bengals the past three seasons.

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2) #Redskins offer condolences to Ford Family and@DetroitLionsNFL on passing of William Clay Ford Sr. Full statement: http://t.co/wyVTATRQ2D

3) RT to congratulate @1stLadiesOfFB 2014 Captains Maigan, Monique, Charo & Brianne! Full story: http://t.co/ddHs3zuhwlhttp://t.co/Ss4hQqpD8Z

4) #Redskins owner Dan Snyder: "I am saddened to learn of the passing of William Ford, Sr...

5) Snyder cont.: "On behalf of #Redskins org., I would like to extend my condolences, thought & prayers to Ford family and@DetroitLionsNFL...

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