Redskins admit GM's wife sent that tweet

After originally saying that a very controversial tweet from Washington Redskins general manager Scot McCloughan's wife was sent by a fake Twitter feed, the team admitted on Wednesday evening that she did in fact post a derogatory tweet directed to an ESPN journalist.

"I deeply apologize for the disparaging remarks about an ESPN reporter on my personal Twitter account," Jessica McCloughan said in a statment issued by the Redskins to Pro Football Talk.

"The comment was unfounded and inappropriate, and I have the utmost respect for both the reporter and ESPN. I regret that my actions have brought undeserved negative attention to the Redskins organization and its leadership. My comments in no way reflect the opinions or attitudes of the organization and I regret that my behavior has in any way negatively impacted the team and its loyal fan base."

On August 30, Jessica McCloughan posted a tweet to Dianna Russini: "Please tell us how many BJ's you had to give to get this story. And did they laugh at you before or after?"

UPDATE: ESPN released a statement following the team's admission on Wednesday, saying, 

"Dianna is an excellent reporter who should never have to be subjected to such vulgar comments. We are obviously extremely disappointed by today's developments."