Westbrook lands place on Washington Redskins' practice squad

LANDOVER, Md. - Former Salisbury University All-American defensive back Byron Westbrook was cut last Saturday by the Washington Redskins after going through preseason camp with the NFL team. On Sunday, Westbrook was given another chance as he was one of the eight players signed to the Redskins' practice squad for the 2007 season.

Westbrook was one of three rookies to be named to the practice squad and the only player from the state of Maryland to be added to the practice squad. The Ft. Washington, Md., native attended DeMatha High School in Prince Georges County. Westbrook's older brother Brian is an All-Pro running back for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Byron is SU's all-time leader in interceptions with 18. He made a statement in the first preseason game for the Redskins when he recovered a fumble for a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans to help Washington win 14-6. He finished the Washington Redskins' preseason with four tackles and one forced fumble. It has been noted several times in news reports that the Washington coaching staff likes Westbrook's potential.