Former Detroit Lions running back J.D. McKissic has agreed to sign a one-year deal with the Washington Redskins. NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero reported the pending move, which cannot be finalized until contracts can be signed after a physical.
McKissic spent one season in Detroit and primarily operated as a receiver out of the backfield. He caught 34 passes without a single drop, capably filling the role left behind by Theo Riddick.
McKissic was an exclusive rights free agent but the Lions chose not to tender him an offer, making him an unrestricted free agent free to sign anywhere. He joins old Lions teammate Logan Thomas, who has also agreed to terms with Washington on a new deal.