Parker, 29, signed a one-year deal with the team today, joining a backfield that already includes Clinton Portis and Larry Johnson.
Much like Johnson's three-year deal, Parker signed a deal that, with incentives, could be worth up to $3.1 million. Parker rushed for just 389 yards last season as Rashard Mendhenhall took over the work load in Pittsburgh.
How Parker will fits into the Redskins plan is anyone's guess, but conventional wisdom says the Redskins don't plan on keeping all three running backs. Since Shanahan has indicated that Portis will be the team's starter, it could mean that Parker will be battling Johnson for a roster spot. If it comes down to that, it could be one of the most intriguing training camp stories to follow this offseason.
Much like Johnson's three-year deal, Parker signed a deal that, with incentives, could be worth up to $3.1 million. Parker rushed for just 389 yards last season as Rashard Mendhenhall took over the work load in Pittsburgh.
How Parker will fits into the Redskins plan is anyone's guess, but conventional wisdom says the Redskins don't plan on keeping all three running backs. Since Shanahan has indicated that Portis will be the team's starter, it could mean that Parker will be battling Johnson for a roster spot. If it comes down to that, it could be one of the most intriguing training camp stories to follow this offseason.
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