With the draft closing in, the free-agent market has been quiet. However, for teams unable to address all of their needs in the draft, there are still options on the open market worth a look.

With proven runners such as Thomas Jones and LaDainian Tomlinson still available, running back remains among the strongest positions in free agency.

While Albert Haynesworth provided the Redskins with a bit of good news by returning to practice, an injury along the offensive line tempered the enthusiasm Tuesday in Ashburn, Va.

For a team to have success, its defense must get off the field on third down. A good third-down defense also is a good two-minute defense. Teams that win in these situations can go far.

By reaching an agreement with Albert Haynesworth on a seven-year, $100 million deal, the Redskins immediately put the rest of the teams in the NFC East on notice.

Fans have learned to expect the unexpected this season, and Week 16 backed that up. From Le'Ron McClain's big run in Dallas to Buffalo's shocker in Denver, playoff scenarios turned on a dime.

The Giants had no problem beating the rival Redskins without Plaxico Burress. It's the latest example of the defending Super Bowl champs putting aside distractions in order for the team to succeed.

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