The Facts: Washington and the Patriots have agreed to terms on an undisclosed contract tonight, according to a league source. Agreeing on a new deal was a top priority for Washington, who enjoyed his first season with the Patriots after spending the first four years of his career with the Bengals.

Diehards Line:As Globe staffer Mike Reiss notes, Washington didn't see much playing time on offense -- he played in only 37 snaps all season -- but was a consistent presence on special teams. HC Bill Belichick often said that Washington could be counted on at receiver if called upon, but Washington seemed to be a victim of the team's depth at that spot. Based on possible changes at receiver in 2008, Reiss believes we could see more opportunities for Washington.