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Redskins release Dashon Goldson

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Robert Griffin III isn't the only Washington Redskins player getting his walking papers Monday.

The team also released veteran safety Dashon Goldson, the team announced Monday.

Goldson signed a five-year, $41.25-million contract in 2013. His level of play last season didn't approach warranting the $7.5 million he was due to be paid in 2016.

In addition to Goldson and Griffin, the Redskins released safety Jeron Johnson and defensive lineman Terrance Knighton.

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