Redskins Staying Cautious With Rogers

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Redskins Staying Cautious With Rogers

On Tuesday, Greg Blache hinted that Carlos Rogers might finally be healthy enough to play in a preseason game.

August 18th: They Said What?
Want to know what the players were saying today? Cick here as we have quotes from Jim Zorn, Jason Goode, Marcus Mason, Rock Cartwright, Justin Geisinger, Rocky McIntosh, Malcolm Kelly, Jon Jansen, Carlos Rogers and Jason Campbell.

Redskins finish perfect weekend with 30-16 win (AP)
A day after a couple of old Redskins were honored, a couple of new ones put a fitting capper on Hall of Fame weekend. Rookie Colt Brennan threw two touchdown passes in the second half, leading new Washington coach Jim Zorn and the Redskins to a 30-16 victory over Indianapolis in Sunday night’s Hall of Fame Game.

Redskins LB Washington Hyped For Healthy Season

After more than three weeks of hitting each other during the same old drills, the Washington Redskins are supposed to be in the dog days of training camp.

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FLO Corp., Redskins partner for benefits card (AP)

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FLO Corp., Redskins partner for benefits card (AP)
FLO Corp. is partnering with the Washington Redskins to offer a card that promises to cut wait times in stadium and airport security lines. The Chantilly, Va.-based company announced Tuesday it signed a three-year deal with the football team. For $100 a year, customers can register for the new card that will let them enter fast lanes at FedEx Field and airports in the federal registered traveler…

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Redskins WR Kelly undergoes knee surgery (PA SportsTicker)

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Redskins WR Kelly undergoes knee surgery (PA SportsTicker)
Washington Redskins wide receiver Malcolm Kelly underwent arthroscopic surgery on Monday to remove loose particles in his left knee and is expected to be sidelined at least two weeks.

A lifetime of fast running: Green goes into Hall (AP)
In 1969, after his parents were divorced, 9-year-old Darrell Green moved with his mother from a nice, picturesque Houston community to the projects. He then starting riding a public bus every morning to go back to his old neighborhood and finish out the year at his old school. “I get off this bus,” Green said, “and this guy had a little shop, maybe a lawnmower shop or something.

Ex-Eagle McMullen gets shot with ‘Skins

Washington Redskins wide receiver Billy McMullen used to command attention. With rare size and an exceptional college career, he was expected to produce quickly in the NFL as a third-round draft choice by the …

DE James Passes Physical, Practices With Redskins

The mere thought of Jason Taylor and Andre Carter charging from opposite ends on third down is enough to give a quarterback a headache.

Redskins Ready For Favre Circus

The Washington Redskins have already played in the Hall of Fame game. Now they have to face a future Hall of Famer.

August 13th: They Said What?
See what Jim Zorn and Jason Taylor had to say today.

FLO Corp., Redskins partner for benefits card (AP)
FLO Corp. is partnering with the Washington Redskins to offer a card that promises to cut wait times in stadium and airport security lines. The Chantilly, Va.-based company announced Tuesday it signed a three-year deal with the football team. For $100 a year, customers can register for the new card that will let them enter fast lanes at FedEx Field and airports in the federal registered traveler…

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Capsule look at 6 Hall of Fame inductees (AP)

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Capsule look at 6 Hall of Fame inductees (AP)
A capsule look at those to be inducted into the Hall of Fame on Saturday: Fred Dean Defensive End 6-3, 230 1975-1981 San Diego Chargers, 1981-1985 San Francisco 49ers. 11 seasons, 141 games. Selected by San Diego in the second round (33rd overall) in 1975 NFL draft. … Played linebacker in college, moved to defensive line with the Chargers.

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Redskins quarterbacks sharp again in 17-14 victory over Bills

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Redskins quarterbacks sharp again in 17-14 victory over Bills

After two games, the trend is hard to miss. Those Washington Redskins quarterbacks are looking pretty sharp under new coach Jim Zorn.

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NFC Championship: Plaxico Burress highlights

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NFC Championship: Plaxico Burress highlights
Plaxico Burress has 11 catches for 154 yards as the Giants advance to Super Bowl XLII.

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Redskins Training Camp: August 12

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Redskins Training Camp: August 12
How is Jason Taylor doing in camp? Why was Jim Zorn getting on to Marcus Washington? How are some of the younger receivers doing? All that and more is right here.

Davis impressive in Redskins debut

Fred Davis made his first visit to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton over the weekend.

Rookies get their chances as Redskins host Bills (AP)
Ah, August in the NFL, when a football fan’s fancy turns toward thoughts of rookies, especially the ones who look so good in the second halves of otherwise meaningless preseason games. Alas, such love affairs are often fleeting and quickly forgotten. “Rookies are fine and dandy and I’m glad to see them progressing, but I don’t fall in love with rookies,” Washington Redskins defensive coordinator…

Redskins CB’s legs can’t keep up with his mouth (AP)
Four players in yellow jerseys stood in a line at the conclusion of a Washington Redskins training camp practice, preparing to run sprints designed especially for quarterbacks. Suddenly, the four became six. Cornerbacks Carlos Rogers and Fred Smoot joined the line. Rogers is recovering from knee surgery, so it made sense that he wanted to get a little extra conditioning.

Rookies get their chances as Redskins host Bills

LANDOVER, Md. : Ah, August in the NFL, when a football fan’s fancy turns toward thoughts of rookies, especially the ones who look so good in the second halves of otherwise meaningless preseason games.

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Trufant’s terrific life

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Trufant’s terrific life

In this Jan. 5, 2008, file photo, Seattle Seahawks‘ Marcus Trufant takes a last glance back as he returns an interception for a touchdown against the Washington Redskins in an NFL wildcard football game in …

Emmitt Thomas joins Hall of Fame (AP)
Long after he left school, Emmitt Thomas remained a student. Quick and agile, the undrafted cornerback from tiny Bishop College became a five-time Pro Bowler. His 12 interceptions in 1974 were two shy of the NFL record. His 58 interceptions in a 13-year career are fourth most among cornerbacks and stand as the record for the Kansas City Chiefs.

A lifetime of fast running: Green goes into Hall (AP)
In 1969, after his parents were divorced, 9-year-old Darrell Green moved with his mother from a nice, picturesque Houston community to the projects. He then starting riding a public bus every morning to go back to his old neighborhood and finish out the year at his old school. “I get off this bus,” Green said, “and this guy had a little shop, maybe a lawnmower shop or something.

NFL Preseason Preview - Buffalo

The Washington Redskins will try to build off their impressive first preseason showing this Saturday night, when Jim Zorn and company play host to the Buffalo Bills at FedEx Field.

Live from Redskins Park

After taking a brief opportunity to weigh in on the Brett Favre mess , I made the trip out to Redskins Park to observe practice this morning.

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‘Skins Start To Run With Passing Attack

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‘Skins Start To Run With Passing Attack

Preseason NFL statistics are generally worth about as much as a politician’s promise of marital fidelity.

Redskins QBs again sharp in 17-14 win over Bills (AP)

Buffalo Bills running back Fred Jackson (22), avoids a tackle by Washington Redskins safety Kareem Moore (41), during the first half of their pre-season football game Saturday, Aug. 9, 2008, in Landover, Md. Redskins won 17-14.

After two games, the trend is hard to miss. Those Washington Redskins quarterbacks are looking pretty sharp under new coach Jim Zorn. Whether it’s Jason Campbell with the starters or Todd Collins with the backups, Washington’s quarterbacks are putting up the kinds of numbers they would love to replicate in the regular season.


NFL Preseason Preview - Buffalo

The Washington Redskins will try to build off their impressive first preseason showing this Saturday night, when Jim Zorn and company play host to the Buffalo Bills at FedEx Field.

DE James passes physical, practices with Redskins (AP)
The mere thought of Jason Taylor and Andre Carter charging from opposite ends on third down is enough to give a quarterback a headache. Imagine how scary the Washington Redskins pass rush could be if Erasmus James can stay healthy. James passed his physical and was activated from the physically unable to perform list Monday.

Cincinnati to pay $500,000 to former Bengal

The city of Cincinnati has agreed to pay former Bengals defensive tackle Matthias Askew $500,000 to settle a lawsuit in which he alleged unlawful arrest and excessive force.

Redskins cut S Schweigert; Horton impresses

In a little bit of a surprise, the Redskins cut S Stuart Schweigert, who was expected to come in and vie for a starting spot in the secondary.

Rookies get their chances as Redskins host Bills (AP)
Ah, August in the NFL, when a football fan’s fancy turns toward thoughts of rookies, especially the ones who look so good in the second halves of otherwise meaningless preseason games. Alas, such love affairs are often fleeting and quickly forgotten. “Rookies are fine and dandy and I’m glad to see them progressing, but I don’t fall in love with rookies,” Washington Redskins defensive coordinator…

Redskins DT Montgomery breaks bone in right hand (AP)
Washington Redskins defensive tackle Anthony Montgomery broke a bone in his right hand during Saturday’s training camp scrimmage. Redskins coach Jim Zorn says the team does not know how long Montgomery would be out. Montgomery started 15 games last season with 47 tackles.

Bloggin with Rich Tandler
Rich Tandler will be conducting a live blog during the game vs. the Buffalo Bills tomorrow night. Visit this article again during the game to see what is going on. You can interact with Rich as well as set an email reminder.

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Rookie Brooks challenges for Redskins’ punting job (AP)

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Rookie Brooks challenges for Redskins‘ punting job (AP)
Washington Redskins rookie punter Durant Brooks kneeled on his right knee and placed his left index finger on the grass. He swiveled his head to the left toward kicker Shaun Suisham, who responded with a slight nod. Brooks then looked to the right, where a football was being placed in a JUGS machine. The machine dispatched the ball directly toward Brooks, who handed the snap, placed the ball on the…

Redskins LB Washington Hyped For Healthy Season

After more than three weeks of hitting each other during the same old drills, the Washington Redskins are supposed to be in the dog days of training camp.

Rookies get their chances as Redskins host Bills

LANDOVER, Md. : Ah, August in the NFL, when a football fan’s fancy turns toward thoughts of rookies, especially the ones who look so good in the second halves of otherwise meaningless preseason games.

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