ASHBURN, Va. -- Here’s a player-by-player look at the Washington Redskins' 53-man roster:
QUARTERBACK (3)
Kirk Cousins: Gets his best shot to prove what he can do.
Colt McCoy: Future coach expected to be the No. 2 passer.
Robert Griffin III: He remains on the roster, but the question is for how long?
RUNNING BACK (4)
Alfred Morris: Shooting for his fourth 1,000-yard season; he will soon become Redskins’ fifth all-time leading rusher.
Matt Jones: The coaches really like the rookie but wonder about his durability.
Chris Thompson: Small but quick, he’ll provide a change of pace.
Darrel Young: Good blocker and special teams standout.
RECEIVER (6)
DeSean Jackson: Big-play threat led the NFL with 20.88 yards per catch in 2014.
Pierre Garcon: The Redskins moved him to the Z position, hoping it will lead to more production.
Andre Roberts: Needs to do much better than 36 catches out of 71 targets, as happened last year.
Ryan Grant: Continues to be a terrific route-runner but not fast or big.
Jamison Crowder: Will push Roberts in the slot and help as a punt returner.
Rashad Ross: Hard work with Jackson this summer paid off with a roster spot.
TIGHT END (2)
Jordan Reed: Still athletic; if he can stay healthy he’ll produce. If.
Derek Carrier: A former Division III receiver can do more than just catch.
OFFENSIVE LINE (10)
Trent Williams: Shed 20 pounds in the offseason; extremely talented but must be more consistent.
Shawn Lauvao: Needs to be a stronger force as a run blocker.
Kory Lichtensteiger: Not the biggest guy, but coaches love his consistency.
Brandon Scherff: Rookie guard will have growing pains, but coaches love his toughness.
Morgan Moses: Impressive size; Moses improved from his rookie year.
Josh LeRibeus: Made the transition from guard to backup center in his fourth season.
Spencer Long: Opened camp as starting right guard, but his play did not warrant keeping the job.
Arie Kouandjio: Blocks well in a short area; has a nasty disposition on the field.
Ty Nsekhe: First played Arena ball in 2009; has been on an NFL roster for two games.
Tom Compton: Will help as much as a blocking tight end as anything else.
DEFENSIVE LINE (7)
Stephen Paea: Free-agent signee shows good quickness, strength.
Terrance Knighton: Run-plugger in the middle; can move better laterally than expected.
Jason Hatcher: Redskins need to keep him healthy so he can provide pass-rush help.
Chris Baker: Had a good training camp; if he doesn’t start he’ll play quite a bit.
Kedric Golston: Veteran lineman can help at nose and end.
Ricky Jean Francois: Big personality in the locker room; will help as a nickel rusher.
Frank Kearse: Played well as a backup in 2014 but had injury issues this summer.
LINEBACKER (8)
Ryan Kerrigan: Needs more help in the pass rush this season.
Perry Riley: Same old story -- good coming downhill; issues in coverage.
Keenan Robinson: Showed good flashes of ability last season; far from finished.
Trent Murphy: Added bulk in offseason and will start for now.
Preston Smith: Once he stops thinking so much, he’ll become a starter.
Jackson Jeffcoat: Took a good step from last season; showed good burst as a rusher vs. backups.
Will Compton: Disciplined player fits well with coordinator Joe Barry.
Martrell Spaight: Has some pop vs. the run but a long way to go in pass game.
CORNERBACK (5)
Chris Culliver: Brings some swag and attitude to the defense -- and cover skills.
DeAngelo Hall: Must show that at 31, he can still play after an Achilles injury.
David Amerson: The Redskins like his ability but not his inconsistency.
Justin Rogers: Will cover in the slot until Bashaud Breeland returns from suspension in Week 2.
Deshazor Everett: Made the roster with excellent special teams play.
SAFETY (5)
Dashon Goldson: Redskins like his leadership quite a bit – and say he can still play.
Duke Ihenacho: Coverage skills still need work; will have chance to make plays in run game.
Jeron Johnson: Didn’t make enough plays to unseat Ihenacho but will help special teams.
Trenton Robinson: Loves to hit; good special teams player.
Kyshoen Jarrett: They love his attitude and ability to play multiple spots.
SPECIALISTS (3)
Kai Forbath: Career 88.1 percent accuracy rate, but kickoffs still need work.
Tress Way: A terrific find last season; has a big leg.
Nick Sundberg: Consistent long snapper; a Redskins mainstay.