ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Redskins have signed linebacker Chris Carter, who has started four of 62 games in his six-year NFL career.

The Redskins announced the signing Thursday on Twitter.

The 27-year-old Carter split last season between the Indianapolis Colts and Baltimore Ravens.

He has also appeared in games with Pittsburgh and Cincinnati since entering the league in 2011.

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