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Griffin: “The only thing that needed repair was my knee”

Mark Maske — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:20:55 GMT

Quarterback Robert Griffin III said after the Washington Redskins’ organized team activity Thursday that his surgically repaired right knee “feels great” and he hopes to be ready to participate in training camp. “The knee feels great,” Griffin said. “I’m … Continue reading →

Robert Griffin III making throws on field during OTA as part of rehab

Mark Maske — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:40:38 GMT

Quarterback Robert Griffin III did not participate in the Redskins’ organized team activities Thursday at Redskins Park but was on the field making throws as part of his rehabilitation from knee surgery. Griffin dropped back and threw passes to … Continue reading →

The speed of redemption in baseball vs. football

Keith McMillan — Thu, 23 May 2013 13:30:22 GMT

Remember the classic George Carlin bit on the differences between baseball and football? Here’s another one to tide you over until details start trickling out from today’s open practice: Bryce Harper, like the rest of the Nationals, had a rough … Continue reading →

The Other 31: Welker joins Manning to try to get Broncos to Super Bowl

Mark Maske — Thu, 23 May 2013 11:00:20 GMT

Denver Broncos Last season’s record: 13-3 Key players released: DE Elvis Dumervil, LB D.J. Williams, QB Caleb Hanie, FB Chris Gronkowski (not tendered a contract as restricted free agent) Key free agents lost: DE Jason Hunter, CB Tracy Porter, S … Continue reading →

Work remains to be done in NFL’s bid to revamp offseason calendar

Mark Maske — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:25:19 GMT

Next year’s NFL draft will be held in May. That was announced Tuesday by Commissioner Roger Goodell. But other proposed changes to the sport’s offseason calendar are not yet set, according to Goodell and others within the sport. The league … Continue reading →

What did you make of ‘I would have pulled him’ coming up again?

Keith McMillan — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:15:19 GMT

Let’s first be careful not to imply a rift where there may not be one. I’ll toss the question out there, you take a look at the sit-down interview with RGIII’s father, and tell me if it means something or … Continue reading →

Five areas to monitor during Thursday’s Redskins OTA session

Mike Jones — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:45:35 GMT

The Washington Redskins return to the practice field today for the second of three offseason team activity sessions slated for this week. The practices got underway Monday, and then the team had Tuesday off. (Looks like a chunk of that … Continue reading →

The Other 31: Cowboys invest heavily this offseason in Tony Romo

Mark Maske — Wed, 22 May 2013 11:20:43 GMT

Last season’s record: 8-8 Key players released: DE Marcus Spears, LB Dan Connor Retired: S Gerald Sensabaugh Key free agents lost: TE John Phillips, WR Kevin Ogletree, LB Victor Butler, DE Kenyon Coleman, CB Mike Jenkins, P Brian Moorman, RB … Continue reading →

Redskins’ training camp facility: Better photos and early impressions if you’re thinking about going

Keith McMillan — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:44:34 GMT

It may be yesterday’s news — and even then, we’re stretching the definition of ‘news’ — but John McDonnell’s a professional photographer, and I am not. His photos of the training camp facility in Richmond offer a much better look … Continue reading →

Redskins getting draft picks signed quickly

Mark Maske — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:55:36 GMT

The Redskins, like other NFL teams, are finding it easier to sign their rookies to contracts under the rookie pay system put in place by the 2011 collective bargaining agreement between the league and the players’ union. Gone, apparently, are … Continue reading →

Allen: Redskins didn’t expect to be able to keep team intact in free agency

Mark Maske — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:15:59 GMT

The Washington Redskins managed to keep their team basically intact in free agency this offseason even while absorbing the second half of their two-year, $36 million salary cap penalty. General Manager Bruce Allen said Monday in Richmond he had not … Continue reading →

Redskins pleased with progress on Richmond training-camp site

Mark Maske — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:20:42 GMT

RICHMOND—The lush, green turf is down on the practice fields. The goal posts are up. There are lockers in the locker room. Work remains to be done on the Washington Redskins’ training camp site that is under construction in Richmond. … Continue reading →

‘Too early to tell’ if Robert Griffin III will be ready at outset of training camp, Bruce Allen says

Mark Maske — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:05:26 GMT

RICHMOND — General Manager Bruce Allen said Monday it’s “too early to tell right now” if quarterback Robert Griffin III will be ready to practice when the Washington Redskins open training camp in late July. “It’s great to hear the … Continue reading →

Allen calls team name controversy a ‘non-issue’

Mark Maske — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:00:44 GMT

RICHMOND — General Manager Bruce Allen said Monday that the team considers the controversy over its name a “non-issue.” Allen, speaking to reporters Monday afternoon at a tour for media members of the Redskins’ planned training camp site that is … Continue reading →

Redskins’ training camp facility taking shape

Mark Maske — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:07:13 GMT

RICHMOND — The Redskins’ training camp site here is rounding into shape. The turf is down on the two full practice fields and a third smaller field the team will use for drills. All are natural grass. The goalposts are … Continue reading →

Monday mailbag: Multiple tight ends, draft pick potential, name debate and more …

Mike Jones — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:45:40 GMT

Here we are again at another Monday, and so, I dive into your questions on all things Redskins. As always, there are a wide range of topics to tackle, from two-tight end sets, to the quality of Washington’s draft class, … Continue reading →

Redskins begin OTAs on Monday with familiar faces

Mike Jones — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:06:59 GMT

The Washington Redskins kick off the organized team activity phase of their offseason training program on Monday. For the next three weeks, players will go through full-squad, non-contact practices. This week’s sessions take place on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. The … Continue reading →

The Other 31: Browns upgrade their defense but quarterback questions remain

Mark Maske — Mon, 20 May 2013 12:00:18 GMT

Cleveland Browns Last season’s record: 5-11 Coaching change: Fired Pat Shurmur, hired Rob Chudzinski Key players released: DE Frostee Rucker, LB Chris Gocong, S Usama Young Retired: LB Scott Fujita Key free agents lost: LB Kaluka Maiava, TE Benjamin Watson, … Continue reading →

Redskins sign second-round cornerback David Amerson

Mike Jones — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:25:39 GMT

The Washington Redskins on Friday afternoon announced that they have signed second-round pick David Amerson to his rookie contract. Taken 51st overall out of N.C. State, the cornerback was Washington’s first pick of the 2013 draft. Terms of the deal … Continue reading →

Redskins sign fourth-round safety Phillip Thomas

Mike Jones — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:00:33 GMT

The Washington Redskins announced Friday afternoon that they have signed safety Phillip Thomas to his rookie contract, making him the fifth of seven draft picks to agree to a deal in the past week. Drafted 119th overall out of Fresno … Continue reading →

GM Bruce Allen excited about start of OTAs, not focusing on Griffin rehab

Keith McMillan — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:30:40 GMT

The Washington Redskins on Monday kick off the next stage of their offseason program with the start of organized team activities. Players will be permitted to be on the field with their coaches, running plays against the opposing unit, but … Continue reading →

The Other 31: Bengals have productive offseason in bid to overtake Ravens in AFC North

Mark Maske — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:00:24 GMT

Cincinnati Bengals Last season’s record: 10-6 Key players released: CB Jason Allen Key free agents lost: LB Manny Lawson, QB Bruce Gradkowski, K Josh Brown, DT Pat Sims, RB Brian Leonard, LB Dan Skuta Key free agents re-signed: DE Michael … Continue reading →

Afternoon reading: The Redskins player you love to hate & more

Keith McMillan — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:35:47 GMT

Kevin Ewoldt at Hogs Haven posted an interesting item yesterday that is both a blast from the recent past, and a look into the future. You know how as a fan, even if you love a team, there’s always that … Continue reading →

Redskins sign seventh-round RB Jawan Jamison

Mike Jones — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:50:00 GMT

The Washington Redskins announced that they have signed seventh-round pick Jawan Jamison, a running back out of Rutgers. Washington selected Jamison with the 228th pick of the 2013 draft. Terms of the deal were not released, but Jamison’s salary will … Continue reading →

Redskins, Giants inquire about Tim Hightower

Mike Jones — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:37:17 GMT

The Washington Redskins and New York Giants have both had exploratory talks regarding the services of free agent running back Tim Hightower, who last played for the Redskins during the 2012 preseason, two people with knowledge of the situation said. … Continue reading →