Update: Raiders claim Amerson off waivers.
In a setback for what was supposed to be a promising NFL career, the Washington Redskins have waived former N.C. State and Greensboro Dudley standout David Amerson:
For his career (33 games), Amerson recorded 111 tackles, 18 pass deflections and two interceptions (one returned for a 45-yard touchdown). On Monday, he became the highest drafted player from 2013 to have been cut by his original team.
Asked what he wanted to have seen more of from Amerson, Gruden said, “I think he needs to work on consistency. He does show flashes of being an excellent corner. He’s got the size and he’s got all the measurables for a defensive back. But for whatever reason, they don’t always show on a consistent basis when he’s out there. But we feel good about the cornerback depth that we have and we had to use that roster spot.”
Amerson is still young, and hopefully he will get a shot with another team.
