Here's why Cousins won't be complaining (hint: $$$), and what this shocking January trade means for the rest of the teams hunting for quarterbacks in 2018.
A number of teammates expressed their support for Fuller on Twitter after the Redskins traded him to the Kansas City Chiefs , along with a third-round pick, for Smith.
A short time later, he tweeted that the Redskins took a "Major Step down from the best slot corner in The Game!!"
Patrick McDermott/Getty Images Fuller was widely respected in the Redskins' locker room because of his preparation and performance.
The Redskins had discussed Fuller as possibly moving to the outside corner position opposite Josh Norman , as Bashaud Breeland is a pending free agent.
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