The Facts: The Redskins agreed to contract terms with Yoder, according to his agent, Tim Irwin, making him a leading candidate to serve as Chris Cooley's primary backup. The three-year deal, with base salaries believed to be near the veteran minimum, is likely to be announced by the team in the coming days.

Diehards Line:Yoder was signed by Washington last September and assumed a larger role in the second half of the season after a season-ending injury to Christian Fauria. Yoder caught his only pass in Washington's 10th game last season -- a touchdown from Jason Campbell at Tampa Bay -- but at 6-4, 262 pounds, filled a blocking role in two-tight end formations. ... The Redskins could still look for additional talent at tight end, as the club hopes to get Cooley even more involved in the downfield passing attack next season.