Washington Redskins wide receiver Jamison Crowder is hitting free agency for the first time in his NFL career. Redskins head coach Jay Gruden knows the amount of talent Crowder possesses, and wants the team to keep him around. ESPN staff writer John Keim reported Gruden's praise for his talented slot receiver.

“He's got great quickness in intermediate routes, can separate, has good hands, he's tough, he's physical in the running game. There is really not anything that Jamison can't do. You look at his size and say he's little, but he plays big, so we have to try and get him back for sure.”

Crowder wants nothing more than to stay put with the Redskins, but realizes that anything can happen in the league and nothing is within his control at this point.

“I’m comfortable here. I have a high interest level in coming back, but this is going to be a discussion with my agent. There hasn’t been much discussion. I don’t know what’s going to happen. I have to wait and see what’s going on.”

Crowder could be a hot commodity for other NFL teams as well. If Washington does extend an offer to Crowder, the choice will be his after that. Crowder has accumulated 2,268 yards on 221 yards along with 14 touchdowns over the course of his four-year career. He had his best season in 2016, with career-bests in yards (847), receptions (67) and touchdowns (seven).

The Redskins are one of the weakest teams in regards to the wide receiver position, so it would be in their best interest to keep Crowder around if both parties can agree on a deal.