Eagles Among Teams Interested in WR Washington

While they’ve already added pieces to their receiving corps this offseason (four-year veteran Hank Baskett returned to the team after a brief stint with the Colts and the young former Air Force lieutenant Chad Hall was also signed), it appears the Eagles are continuing to invest in the position. No serious contract talks have aroused as of yet, but the Baltimore Sun newspaper has reported and confirmed that Philadelphia is among several teams showing interest in free agent WR Kelley Washington, most recently of the Ravens.

Though he is 30 years old and has been a bit inconsistent over the past few years, Washington (pictured) has established a fine reputation as a special teams contributor, and remains capable of filling in as a starting receiver. In 2009, he played in all but one game for the Ravens, catching 34 passes for 431 yards and four touchdowns. Prior to that, he spent two years with the Patriots as a reserve wideout; Washington began his career with the Bengals and played for Cincinnati for four seasons. At 6-foot-3 and nearly 220 pounds, he would certainly give the Eagles’ offense a larger target in the receiving game if signed.

Listed as being a potentially good fit for the team and free agent acquisition back before the signing period even began, Washington is also reportedly drawing interest from the Seahawks, Bills, and Raiders. It has not been confirmed whether the veteran receiver has actually met with team officials or visited the NovaCare Complex in Philly, but it is certain they are investigating the possibility of adding him.

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