The Redskins cut OJ Atogwe so they needed another safety in the mix, but I don’t think Meriweather is much of an upgrade. He was cut by the Patriots surprisingly in Training Camp after 2 Pro Bowls, but when he was scooped by the Bears, it was apparent why the Patriots cut him. Meriweather was benched after a handful of starts and the Bears didn’t even try to retain him. The Redskins paid him 6 million over 2 years and will probably make him a starter. Those are both mistakes, but this was a weak safety class. Meriweather will probably be benched midseason, however.

Grade: C