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October 4, 2014
Football is easier for Norman after 'Dancing With the Stars'
Josh Norman thought football was difficult. The Washington Redskins cornerback had some impressive performances with dance partner Sharna Burgess on the show in Los Angeles and each week took a red-eye back to the East Coast for the team's off-season program. Norman and Burgess finished second
Redskins rookie Guice learning about pro life, Alex Smith
Washington Redskins rookie Derrius Guice is learning there is plenty to learn about his new professional football life. In the days since selected late in the second round of last month's NFL draft, the running back attended the team's rookie minicamp and the four-day NFLPA's Rookie Premiere
Redskins rank among NFL's worst general managers in 2018
The Washington Redskins are an interesting case study when looking at the front offices around the league as a whole. On one hand, Bruce Allen and Doug Williams have been more conservative than usu...
The Light at the End of the Redskins' Tunnel
It's been tough being a fan of the Washington Redskins over the last two-plus decades. Many fans in their 20's never really got to see what a good, well run team looks like. Those fans may often...
Redskins' UDFA Quin Blanding meshing well with coaching staff
Quin Blanding might be the most popular undrafted free agent on the Washington Redskins this year. Blanding had a draftable grade from the Redskins but fell into free agency, where it seemed obviou...
ESPN's Rankings Of NFC East QBs Will Completely Piss Off Cowboys & Giants Fans
The Philadelphia Eagles are coming off one of the most impressive Super Bowl runs in NFL history. However, the other teams in the NFC East are adamant about the division being up for grabs. Teams like the New York Giants, Washington Redskins, and Dallas Cowboys have undergone some major changes this NFL offseason. However, according [...]
Derrius Guice Says He Would Visit White House If Invited by Donald Trump
Washington Redskins rookie running back Derrius Guice said on Wednesday that he would accept an invitation to the White House should the Redskins win the Super Bowl...
Redskins tweet that DeAngelo Hall has 'not yet officially decided to retire' on Monday night
Washington Redskins strong safety DeAngelo Hall reportedly retired on Monday. But on Monday night, the Redskins tweeted that he hasn't "officially decided to retire."
DeAngelo Hall retires from NFL after 14 seasons
DeAngelo Hall is done pestering quarterbacks. After 14 NFL seasons the long-time Washington Redskins corner is retiring from the NFL, he told reporters Monday.
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Redskins defensive back Hall retiring after 14 seasons
Washington Redskins defensive back DeAngelo Hall is retiring after 14 NFL seasons, telling reporters "I'm done. Hall, 34, was the eighth overall pick by the Atlanta Falcons in the 2004 NFL Draft. Hall was traded to the Oakland Raiders in 2008 for a second-round pick and agreed to a seven-year
Seahawks waive QB Morris one month after signing
The Seattle Seahawks have waived Stephen Morris less than a month after signing him as a potential backup to quarterback Russell Wilson, the team announced Friday. While Morris has never taken a regular-season NFL snap, he has logged time with the Washington Redskins, Philadelphia Eagles, Indianapolis
Trey Quinn is already turning heads at Redskins rookie minicamp
Mr. Irrelevant isn't looking so irrelevant right now. Trey Quinn, the last pick of the 2018 NFL Draft by the Washington Redskins, has already started capturing the attention of all at rookie ...
Redskins' Doug Williams keeps an eye out for HBCU talent
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) Reggie Barlow called Doug Williams to talk about a couple of his Virginia State players as potential rookie camp invites for the Washington Redskins.
Falcons sign veteran defensive tackle Terrell McClain
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to terms on a deal with free-agent defensive tackle Terrell McClain, who started two games for the Washington Redskins in 2017.
Da'Ron Payne, Redskins Reportedly Agree to Rookie Contract
Washington and defensive tackle Da'Ron Payne agreed to a rookie-scale contract Thursday, making him the first first-round pick player to sign a deal in the 2018 class. Payne, who was selected with the No...
Washington Redskins sign first-rounder Daron Payne
The Washington Redskins became the first team in the league to sign their first-round pick, inking former Alabama defensive lineman Daron Payne to a rookie deal.
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Jay Gruden: Guice more of an early down 'banger'
The Washington Redskins arguably pulled off a steal by grabbing Derrius Guice with the 59th-overall pick in last month's draft. Can the bulldozer serve as an every-down back in the nation's capital?
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Eagles sign RB Jones, lock up draft class
The Philadelphia Eagles added some backfield depth Wednesday, or maybe even got a steal, after signing running back Matt Jones to a two-year deal. Jones, a third-round pick of the Washington Redskins in 2015, spent last season bouncing up and down from the practice squad to the team roster with the
Redskins projected to get four 2019 NFL draft compensatory picks after losing Kirk Cousins, others
The Washington Redskins should have a nice stockpile of draft selections in the 2019 NFL draft thanks to the compensatory picks process. In the wake of losing names such as Kirk Cousins and Terrell...
Ex-Colts RB Matt Jones Reportedly Signs Eagles Contract
Former Washington Redskins and Indianapolis Colts running back Matt Jones is reportedly set to sign with the reigning Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles ...
Washington Redskins re-sign veteran guard Shawn Lauvao
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) The Washington Redskins have re-signed Shawn Lauvao as they look to fill a hole at starting left guard.
FA Roundup: Redskins re-sign guard Shawn Lauvao
The Washington Redskins re-signed offensive guard Shawn Lauvao to a new contract, the team announced Tuesday. Plus other transactions we're tracking.
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NFL Lineman Orlando Franklin Retires to Focus on Being a Dad
Over the weekend, offensive lineman Orlando Franklin announced that he was retiring from the NFL in order to focus on raising his son. Franklin, who was released by the Washington Redskins last week, published his plan to quit football in an open letter on Instagram. In the note, he explained that he
Orlando Franklin Retires from NFL After 7 Seasons to Focus on Being Father
Former Washington Redskins offensive lineman Orlando Franklin announced his retirement from the NFL Saturday on his Instagram account ...
Redskins say they're concerned about cheerleader allegations
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) The Washington Redskins say they're concerned by allegations made by cheerleaders in a New York Times article about a trip to Costa Rica for a photo shoot in 2013.
Bruce Allen: Redskins Investigating Topless Cheerleader Photoshoot Allegations
Washington Redskins president Bruce Allen has responded to allegations of mistreatment made by team cheerleaders regarding a 2013 trip to Costa Rica...
Washington Redskins: NFL team 'concerned' by cheerleader allegations
The Washington Redskins are "very concerned" by allegations cheerleaders were required to pose topless in front of male sponsors.
Pick Six Podcast: How the Redskins will use Derrius Guice, why Jordan Reed matters most
Will Brinson is joined on the Pick Six Podcast by Grant Paulson of D.C.'s 106.7 The Fan to break down the Redskins
A.J. Francis Rips Redskins' 'Racist' Logo in IG Post After Signing with Giants
After signing with the New York Giants on Wednesday, former Washington Redskins defensive tackle A.J. Francis ripped Washington's logo in an Instagram post...
American football under fire over treatment of cheerleaders
Cheerleaders are a staple of American professional sports. The New York Times published an article Wednesday about questionable treatment of cheerleaders for the Washington Redskins, a National Football League (NFL) team, during a trip by the squad to Costa Rica in 2013.
Jay Gruden admits Tim Settle was too high on Redskins' board to pass
The Washington Redskins just couldn't help themselves in the fifth round of the 2018 NFL Draft with Virginia Tech defensive lineman Tim Settle still on the board. Despite adding Da'ron ...
Former Redskins DT A.J. Francis blasts franchise, 'racist' logo after joining rival Giants
Former Redskins DT A.J. Francis joined the Giants shortly after being cut in Washington and blasted his former team's "racist" logo -- among other things -- on Instagram
Redskins Cheerleaders Say They Were Required to Pose Topless and Escort Sponsors to Club in Costa Rica: Report
Several Washington Redskins cheerleaders claim they felt 'pimped out' during a 2013 calendar shoot.
Redskins cheerleaders detail uneasy 2013 photo shoot trip
With some NFL teams' rules for cheerleaders and general treatment of that group under scrutiny, The New York Times published an eye-opening story that detailed claims of many inappropriate and uncomfortable moments for Washington Redskins cheerleaders during a 2013 trip to Costa Rica.
Redskins Cheerleaders Detail 13 Trip to Costa Rica Involving Topless Photo Shoot
Several former Washington Redskins cheerleaders felt a 2013 trip to Costa Rica crossed the line beyond their usual responsibilities...
Redskins to host Jets for 3 days of joint camp practices
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) The Washington Redskins will host the New York Jets this summer for three days of joint training camp practices.
Redskins WR Trey Quinn on Being Mr. Irrelevant: 'Most Relevant, Irrelevant Ever'
Washington Redskins wide receiver Trey Quinn said being this year's Mr. Irrelevant as the final pick of the 2018 NFL draft will provide motivation heading into his rookie season...
Tom Pelissero: Washington Redskins running back Derrius Guice 'is not the only high-maintenance guy in the NFL'
NFL Network's Tom Pelissero discusses running back Derrius Guice's draft-day slide to the Washington Redskins in the 2018 NFL Draft.
Williams says Redskins had 'inside information' on Guice
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — If other teams worried about LSU running back Derrius Guice's character, prompting his fall from first-round prospect to late-second-round pick, Washington Redskins senior VP of player personnel Doug Williams figures he had "inside information."
Redskins cut veteran defensive tackle Terrell McClain
After selecting two defensive tackles in the draft this weekend, the Washington Redskins thinned their D-Line group by releasing Terrell McClain, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported.
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Redskins' Doug Williams: Team had no concerns about Derrius Guice and why he fell
Running back Derrius Guice had a somewhat mysterious slide to late in the second round, but Washington was excited to grab him.
Redskins Make Trey Quinn Last 2018 NFL Draft Pick; Twitter Hails Mr. Irrelevant
SMU wide receiver Trey Quinn is this year's Mr. Irrelevant after being selected Saturday by the Washington Redskins with the 256th and final pick of the 2018 NFL draft at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas...
Trey Quinn NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Washington Redskins' Pick
POSITIVES —Sure-handed with massive 10 ⅛" mitts. —Uses quick, choppy steps on breaking routes to get open and can separate underneath. —Exceptional understanding of space, timing and leverage on short-breaking routes...
Greg Stroman NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Washington Redskins' Pick
POSITIVES —Smooth backpedal that can match the release from receivers. —Above-average athlete with the ability to mirror in space. —Downfield speed is good and gives him more leeway to play tight at the line of scrimmage...
2018 NFL draft: Productive SMU WR Trey Quinn becomes this year's Mr. Irrelevant
The final pick of the NFL draft, known as Mr. Irrelevant, was SMU receiver Trey Quinn to the Washington Redskins.
Derrius Guice Ready for 'Clean Slate' After Being Drafted by Redskins
After the Washington Redskins ended Derrius Guice 's draft slide on Friday, the running back is looking for a fresh start coming into the NFL . "Everything that is behind me is behind me," Guice said, via ESPN...
Shaun Dion Hamilton NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Washington Redskins Pick
POSITIVES —High football IQ and leader of a very successful defense with some highly drafted players. —Will provide great depth at linebacker with a late-round selection...
Tim Settle NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Washington Redskins' Pick
POSITIVES —Excellent combination of size and speed at 6'3" and 335 pounds. —Played nose tackle but has the quickness and lateral agility to potentially line up in gaps and penetrate...
Derrius Guice Reportedly Had Shouting Match in Pre-NFL Draft Meeting with Eagles
An incident during a predraft meeting with the Philadelphia Eagles reportedly led to LSU running back Derrius Guice falling to the Washington Redskins at No. 59 overall in the second round of the 2018 NFL draft...
Troy Apke NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Washington Redskins' Pick
POSITIVES —Blew up the combine with a 4.34 in the 40-yard dash, 41-inch vertical jump and 6.56-second three-cone. —Height, weight, speed prospect teams will hope can develop...
