Pierre Thomas agreed to a contract with the Redskins on Friday.

Thomas agreed to a contract with the Redskins on Friday.

Analysis:

The Redskins are unsure of the status of running back Chris Thompson (shoulder) for the rest of the season, so they decided to add Thomas to improve their depth in the backfield. Thomas does not figure to see much early-down work with Alfred Morris and Matt Jones healthy, but he could get some reps in the receiving game if Thompson is sidelined.