Five possible landing spots for C.J. Spiller

2. Washington Redskins

The Washington Redskins are a team where good talent goes to die, and earn way too much money while they die a slow, painful, frustrating death. C.J. Spiller could fit into this pattern rather nicely. He already has a lot of time in the NFL, his best years are likely behind him, and he would probably gladly accept any money the Redskins want to throw his way.

C.J. Spiller can join the Redskins retirement community, but what is in it for them? The team got rid of their best running back, the super-affable and talented Alfred Morris, who now plays for the Dallas Cowboys. Despite that move, Washington still aspired to hearken back to the days of the Hogs — the bruising, gritty offensive line that brought the team so much success in the 1980s and supported an effective run game.

After Week 1, it is clear that Washington needs to come up with a different strategy, and perhaps some different personnel, if they plan to establish a run game this season. It remains to be seen if the offensive line can support an effective run game since the team only attempted 12 run plays on Monday night, by far the fewest attempts in the league.

If C.J. Spiller is prepared to sit on the bench while Kirk Cousins attempts to take the Skins entirely airborne, he should consider a stint with the Redskins. If the team is able to adjust its strategy and focus a bit more on the ground game, Spiller could play an active, off-the-bench part in that adjustment.

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