Redskins sign WR Caldwell, put Jansen on IR

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Redskins sign WR Caldwell, put Jansen on IR
Wide receiver led New England last year with 61 catches for 760 yards.
The Associated Press
8:15 PM EDT, September 11, 2007

ASHBURN, Va. - The Washington Redskins signed receiver Reche Caldwell on Tuesday, giving the team another option at wideout following the latest disappointing performance from Brandon Lloyd.

The Redskins also placed right tackle Jon Jansen on injured reserve, officially ending his season. Jansen broke his right leg and dislocated his ankle in Sunday's 16-13 overtime win over Miami.

Caldwell was the leading receiver for the New England Patriots last season with 61 receptions for 760 yards and four touchdowns, but he also had two key drops in the loss to Indianapolis in the AFC championship game.