Josh Norman would bring talent, attitude to Redskins

10:22 AM ET

One thing the Washington Redskins want defensively can be summed up in a word: Attitude. It’s why they liked Chris Culliver enough to sign him last offseason. It’s why they liked Dashon Goldson, even though his best days had ended. It’s what general manager Scot McCloughan continues to seek when signing players.

And it’s why McCloughan is ready to sign an elite corner such as Josh Norman after an offseason of prudence, patience and bargain-hunting – all of which were praised. McCloughan has never been one for extravagant free-agent spending, though it must be noted that his first big signing in San Francisco was corner Nate Clements. McCloughan values certain positions more and corner just happens to be one of them (pass rushers are another).

Denver built one of the best defenses in recent memory thanks to pass rushers and excellent corners. The Redskins have a ways to go before reaching that level, but it does help you understand why they’d seemingly switch philosophical gears.

Josh Norman could match up twice a year with Odell Beckham Jr. should the free-agent CB choose the Redskins. Jim McIsaac/Getty Images

Norman reached a different level in his career last season and will be paid because of it; one coach said this morning that he’s a legitimate top-four corner. He has size (6-foot) and long arms, both attributes McCloughan wants in a corner if at all possible. Of course, many teams want such traits.

But Norman also fits what the Redskins do under defensive coordinator Joe Barry. …

continue reading in source espn.go.com