A.J. Harris Signs with Redskins

The Redskins signed A.J. Harris because one of their Running Backs went down with a knee injury (plus Portis is out for the remainder of the pre-season). The picture the Redskins have of A.J. doesn't look so good but it should be updated soon. 8/22 - His picture has finally been updated to A.J. in his Huskies Jersey.

The Redskins have signed linebacker Jeff Posey, offensive lineman Spencer Folau and running back A.J. Harris, the team announced on Tuesday.

Harris, 6-1 and 230 pounds, is a first-year player who appeared in 43 games during his career at Northern Illinois.

During his college career, Harris rushed for 1,687 yards on 342 carries and recorded 12 touchdowns. He also recorded 31 catches for 197 receiving yards.

Harris was a try-out for the Redskins during their 2006 rookie camp at Redskins Park.

Former Huskies in the NFL (or trying) are:
Brad Cieslak - Bills
Ryan Diem - Colts
Justin McCareins - NY Jets
Dan Sheldon - Colts
Michael Turner - Chargers
Hollis Thomas - Saints
Rob Lee - Bills
Sam Hurd - Cowboys
Darrell Hill - Chiefs
A.J. Harris - Redskins