The Byrd Man.

Multiple tweets on a verified Twitter account by NBC News4 sports anchor Dianna Marie Russini in Washington, D.C. say the Eagles and the Redskins are vying for the services of safety Jairus Byrd, one of the top free agents on the market.

To wit:

Dianna Marie Russini ‏@NBCdianna  2h

Sources say it will be between the Eagles or The Redskins for Jairus Byrd #NFLFreeAgency 

The Eagles have an obvious need at safety where starter Nate Allen and reserves Colt Anderson and Kurt Coleman all are unrestricted free agents.

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