The front office says Jim Zorn will remain Washington Redskins coach "for the rest of this season and hopefully into the future."

Executive vice president of football operations Vinny Cerrato gave Zorn the vote of confidence on a radio show on ESPN980 Friday morning.

Speculation has been rampant about Zorn's future following the Redskins' 2-4 start. Zorn was stripped of his play-calling duties this week.

Cerrato said the front office is "very frustrated" with the team's performance this season and that the play-caller change was a way to help relieve Zorn of his many duties.

Cerrato said he hopes his remarks will make things "totally crystal clear" about Zorn's status, leaving the team to focus on winning games.

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