Breaking down the Redskins power dynamic heading into 2020

With Bruce Allen out of the picture, the pyramid of power has shifted greatly in Washington, with Ron Rivera calling the shots.

Kyle Smith — VP of Player Personnel
LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 15: Upper level seated fans look on as the Philadelphia Eagles play the Washington Redskins during the first quarter at FedExField on December 15, 2019 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

With Schaffer gone, Smith is now the top football executive for the Redskins now, and he alone has the main say on roster decisions. Of course, he still reports to Rivera, but Smith’s voice should hold a lot of weight in the organization.

The team is still yet to hire a general manager, which they are expected to do after the 2020 NFL Draft, but until then, Smith is the No. 1 guy in the front office, and that could continue if he delivers another strong draft this year.