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Halftime Report
The first half was less than the kind of showcase for sharp, effective play that you'd expect to see at this point, at least from the offense. Defense played pretty well. Here's a quick update: Campbell 4 of 10 for 28 yards; Collins 7 of 11 for 45; Devine one...
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August 16, 2008; 8:29 PM ET |
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Line-ups And Scratches
The following players will not participate tonight, as per the Redskins: Malcolm Kelly (knee) Anthony Mix (ribs) Clinton Portis (healthy) LaRon Landry (hamstring) H.B. Blades (knee) Todd Wade (ankle) Stephon Heyer (knee) Erasmus James (knee) Antwaan Randle El (hamstring, but also excused for personal reasons) Corner Carlos Rogers will play...
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Jason La Canfora
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August 16, 2008; 6:15 PM ET |
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Don't Drive Up Here (At Least Not Through Delaware)
Uggh, crazy long drive up here. Took 4-plus hours, leaving from my parent's house in Bmore. I can usually make that in 2 1/2. Delaware just killed everything. Crazy-long backups. But on the bright side I listened to WFAN (660) most of the way up and felt wamr and fuzzy...
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Jason La Canfora
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August 16, 2008; 5:58 PM ET |
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TCCLs
162 TCCLs - Texas Rangers. Can't my Sox play you every game? My goodness, another night, another nine-run inning at the expense of Texas pitching. Just what the doctor ordered. Many thank yous. Oh yeah, and Youk, you rock. Manny who? The Cincinnati Kid is getting it done hitting...
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Jason La Canfora
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August 15, 2008; 2:00 PM ET |
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What To Watch For
The Boys Are Back In Town: Blink and you may miss them, but they will be there. Linebacker Rocky McIntosh and corner Carlos Rogers are both coming off of major reconstructive knee surgery, both are well ahead of schedule, and both are set to make their preseason debut tonight. Now,...
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Jason La Canfora
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August 15, 2008; 7:02 AM ET |
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Samuels Asks For Your Help
Chris Samuels is trying to help a family in need, and below is the press release explaining the situation: TRAGIC ACCIDENT SPURS THE CHRIS SAMUELS FOUNDATION INTO ACTION Foundation Solicits Donations for the Family Impacted by the Tragedy August 13, 2008, Washington, DC - When Washington Redskins' Offensive Left Tackle...
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August 14, 2008; 8:07 PM ET |
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Landry Will Skip Trip; QB Rotation Changes
Safety LaRon Landry (hamstring) will not accompany the Redskins on the trip to face the New York Jets on Saturday at Giants Stadium. "We're going to leave LaRon at home to continue to get treatment," Coach Jim Zorn said. "We are just trying to continue to get him ready." ......
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August 14, 2008; 1:41 PM ET |
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Framing the Past to Evaluate the Future
It's only natural that we compare the present to the past. And Jim Zorn is about to enter his first season as an NFL coach in the shadow of a legend, Hall of Famer Joe Gibbs. But in fairness to Zorn, I think some perspective is in order. If you...
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August 14, 2008; 12:18 PM ET |
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McIntosh, Rogers to Play Saturday
Rocky McIntosh and Carlos Rogers are scheduled to play Saturday against the New York Jets, Jim Zorn told reporters after the morning practice. Both are recovering from reconstructive knee surgery....
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August 14, 2008; 10:57 AM ET |
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Cartwright's Ribs Take a Blow; Doughty Has a Bug
Rock Cartwright, who says some cartilage has pulled away from his ribs, took a hit to the ribs during 11 on-11 drills. He threw his helmet and took a knee in pain. One of the athletic trainers tended to him; he could be done for the day. Starting strong safety...
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August 14, 2008; 10:41 AM ET |
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A Shorts and Shells Kind of Practice
Jason Reid calls in this early update from the morning practice....players are in shorts and shells, so the action will be dialed back a bit this morning and there will be no practice Friday, with the game Saturday in the Hoffalands. Antwaan Randle El was not practicing and his left...
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August 14, 2008; 9:53 AM ET |
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Guest Blog - A Skins Fan At Cowboys Camp
The Dallas Cowboys broke training camp in Oxnard, Calif., Tuesday, probably for the last time. Before they left, a California Redskins fan, John Corcoran, dropped by to watch a practice, ironically on the very day Darrell Green and Art Monk were inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. In...
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Jason La Canfora
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August 13, 2008; 3:50 PM ET |
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One Jason Talks about Another
Jason Reid has some unrestricted thoughts about Jason Taylor....
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Cindy Boren
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August 13, 2008; 1:03 PM ET |
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ARE, Rogers To Be Game-Time Decisions
Jim Zorn says that WR Antwaan Randle El (hamstring) and CB Carlos Rogers (knee) will be game-time decisions Saturday against the Jets. Randle El missed practice again - he also sat out the second session Tuesday - and may be lagging a bit from working so hard in camp. With...
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Jason La Canfora
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August 13, 2008; 10:48 AM ET |
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Taylor Puts on a Defensive Show
In further Jason Taylor news, he participated fully and took part in all team drills. In fact, Jasno reports that, with first-team offense going against first-team defense, he tossed Jon Jansen to the ground "like a wet rag" a good three yards behind the quarterback on one play That generated...
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August 13, 2008; 9:51 AM ET |
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Taylor Returns to Practice Field
It's looking like another spirited practice this morning, with the Skins in full pads. Jason Taylor and his plantar fasciitis are back on the field and is, as Jasno says, dancing the morning away. Shawn Springs returns, too. We'll see who hits and who gets hit this morning. Antwaan Randle...
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August 13, 2008; 9:07 AM ET |
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Guest Blog: Who Should Be Next for the HOF?
Tim McAlevy submitted his take on who should be the next Skin to enter the hallowed halls. Wanted to share his thoughts with you guys and remind everyone that if you have a burning desire to express your opinion on the maroon and black, you can always email me the...
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Jason La Canfora
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August 12, 2008; 8:25 PM ET |
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Taylor Has Plantar Fasciitis, ARE a Sore Hamstring
Defensive end Jason Taylor was held out of practice this afternoon because of plantar fasciitis, coach Jim Zorn said, while starting WR Antwaan Randle El rested his sore hamstring. They were the only new players to sit out the afternoon session. Both players took part fully in a vigorous morning...
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Jason La Canfora
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August 12, 2008; 4:23 PM ET |
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Yoder Returns for Lighter Practice
After a rugged morning session that featured plenty of trash-talking and some real contact, the Skins were in shorts and shells for the afternoon workout. Todd Yoder, who'd been excused Monday and from the morning session because of the death of his grandmother, returned and was taking part. However, many...
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August 12, 2008; 3:31 PM ET |
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Time to ask "Who's on the Bubble?"
I'm starting to worry about my man Chris Wilson making the team. Wilson was one of the real feel-good stories of 2007, coming out of nowhere (Norwood College and the CFL) to win a job and contribute on third down and special teams. But he's a DE, and all of...
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August 12, 2008; 1:37 PM ET |
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Rogers May Play; Rocky's Road; Trash-Talkfest
Defensive coordinator Greg Blache hinted strongly that corner Carlos Rogers could take some snaps Saturday in New York. Blache noted how well the youngster has been responding to his recovery from major knee surgery, and casually added that the schlubs should keep a close eye on him, because "we might...
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Jason La Canfora
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August 12, 2008; 11:44 AM ET |
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Springs, Landry Not in Pads for Practice
The team is in full pads for today's practice, as the Jasons watch. Shawn Springs and LaRon Landry are not in pads (Jalaca says he'd be stunned if Landry plays Saturday at this point). Todd Wade and H.B. Blades remain out, as are Malcolm Kelly and Anthony Mix. Todd Yoder...
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August 12, 2008; 9:08 AM ET |
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Dorian Smith Re-Signs with Skins
The Redskins have re-signed defensive end Dorian Smith. The 6-3, 260-pound rookie from Oregon State originally signed with the team on May 1 as an undrafted free agent. He was released on May 27, re-signed on June 9 and released again July 14....
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August 12, 2008; 8:23 AM ET |
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Bugel Leaves to Join Daughter
Offensive line coach Joe Bugel has left the team to be with his daughter, Holly, who is battling cancer, and family. Owner Daniel Snyder had Bugel take his private plane to Phoenix after Saturday's game, and Coach Jim Zorn said Bugel will miss as much time as necessary. Bugel's daughter...
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August 11, 2008; 1:08 PM ET |
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James Activated; Huntley Released
Defensive end Erasmus James has passed his physical and will be activated from the physically unable to perform list. That means someone had to go and that someone is Kevin Huntley, a veteran defensive end who had failed to move up the depth chart. He's a DC area guy who...
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Jason La Canfora
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August 11, 2008; 9:33 AM ET |
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Mix Has Broken Rib
Anthony Mix was the only new injury concern to arise from Saturday's 17-14 preseason win over Buffalo, with the reserve receiver breaking a rib that will cause him to miss at least one week. Coach Jim Zorn expects several other players to return for Saturday's game against Brett Favre and...
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Cindy Boren
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August 10, 2008; 2:46 PM ET |
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Mason's Grade, the Secondary and Favre Fever
Someone - I'm not naming names, but it rhymes with Mason Tra Bandora - left early this morning for Redskins Park, grabbing his pen, notebook and tape recorder as he scooted out the door. Sadly, he did not grab his laptop. So he had to beg for mercy from Saint...
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Cindy Boren
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August 10, 2008; 11:59 AM ET |
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