Report: DeAngelo Hall released by Redskins

In an attempt to create salary cap flexibility, the Washington Redskins have released 29-year-old cornerback DeAngelo Hall, according to Washington Post beat writer Mike Jones.

Redskins have released DeAngelo Hall, source says.—
Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) March 11, 2013

The Redskins had signed Hall to a six-year deal with $55 million in 2009 and will be saving $8 million in cap space by releasing the veteran. Hall pulled down four interceptions and recorded 68 tackles in 2012 for the Redskins while playing in all 16 games.

Talked to Hall, he said Shanahan called him to inform him. "He said he felt bad because I'd done everything they asked," He said.—
Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) March 11, 2013

Hall said Shanahan said it was because of cap situation, said team had hoped to work something out, but couldn't.—
Mike Jones (@MikeJonesWaPo) March 11, 2013