The Washington Redskins announced today that they have released defensive back Shawn Springs. In his five seasons with the Redskins (2004-08), Springs played in 64 games with 59 starts. He totaled 275 tackles, 12 interceptions, 52 passes defensed, two forced fumbles and one fumble recovery. Springs, a 12-year veteran, has amassed 665 tackles, 32 interceptions, 135 passes defensed, five forced fumbles, six fumble recoveries and one touchdown.