NFL trade rumors: Redskins, Fred Davis to part ways?

Jul 27, 2013; Richmond, VA, USA; Washington Redskins tight end Fred Davis (83) catches the ball in front of Redskins strong safety Phillip Thomas (41) during 2013 NFL training camp at the Bon Secours Washington Redskins Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports /

As we approach tomorrow’s trade deadline, it’s time to take a look at what players could be moved before 4 p.m. ET on Oct. 29. One of those players could be Washington Redskins tight end Fred Davis. After showing plenty of promise earlier in his pro career, injuries derailed Davis.

Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk passed along the news a few days ago:

Redskins are trying to trade TE Fred Davis, per league source.
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) October 21, 2013

Now that he is healthy and ready to go, the Redskins have chosen to give Davis a reduced role in the offense as they work Jordan Reed into a much bigger role. So far, it has worked out for the team, but they are still struggling to produce wins.

Reed has the better chemistry with Robert Griffin III, so it only makes sense to move forward with Reed as the No. 1 tight end, but whether or not Davis is shipped off to a new team remains to be seen.

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