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Redskins DT Albert Haynesworth back at practice (AP)

Tue, 2009-08-04 18:42
Washington Redskins defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth returned to practice Tuesday after missing two days for treatment on his left knee. Haynesworth received an injection to insert fluid in the knee, a procedure he said has become routine for him in recent years to help fight the wear and tear of training camp.

Redskins' Williams sheds rust after losing pounds (AP)

Mon, 2009-08-03 23:08
Mike Williams lost more than 100 pounds in less than six months in his bid to return to the NFL. After five days of training camp with the Washington Redskins, it's apparent he needs to lose something else. "We talk about shedding rust," he said. On some plays, Williams still shows the immobility of a 450-pound man, which he was in February.

Owen Wilson? Nope, just Redskins' K Shaun Suisham (AP)

Mon, 2009-08-03 09:50
Sitting in an ice tub after practice, the NFL's most off-target kicker in 2008 was keeping his usual cool. The topics of conversation: his reputation as the quietest player on the Washington Redskins roster and his new Hollywood nickname. "Do you think I'm quiet?" Shaun Suisham said to defensive tackle Anthony Montgomery, who was sharing the tub.

Colt & Chase: Ex-Heisman hopefuls as Redskins subs (PA SportsTicker)

Sat, 2009-08-01 19:34
By JOSEPH WHITE AP Sports Writer

Redskins 1st-rounder Orakpo gets 5-yr, 20M deal (AP)

Fri, 2009-07-31 20:21

Brian Orakpo was enjoying a late-night, day-early birthday dinner in Austin when he got the word: A five-year, $20 million deal with the Washington Redskins was ready for his signature. "I was actually celebrating it with my fiance in a sushi joint," Orakpo said. "It's one of my favorite foods.


Campbell ready to move past rocky offseason (Yahoo! Sports)

Fri, 2009-07-31 16:49
Even though the Redskins sought other options, Jason Campbell is out to prove this is still his team.

No. 13 pick Orakpo agrees to terms with Redskins (PA SportsTicker)

Fri, 2009-07-31 13:02
A day late and a year older, first-round draft pick Brian Orakpo went to work for the Washington Redskins.

Detroit Lions considering wide receiver D.J. Hackett (Yahoo! Sports)

Fri, 2009-07-31 12:15
Wide receiver D.J. Hackett may have only caught 13 passes 181 yards in nine games with Carolina last year and was...

Zorn adjusts as he enters Year II with Redskins (AP)

Thu, 2009-07-30 21:15

To listen to Clinton Portis tell it, there was nearly an uprising of veteran Washington Redskins when rookie coach Jim Zorn imposed a curfew two nights before the team's final game last season. Portis didn't like being told he had to be in bed by 11 p.m. on a Friday night ahead of what turned out to be a loss at San Francisco.


Cutler, Owens highlight 'all-New' team (ProFootballWeekly.com)

Thu, 2009-07-30 16:51
Pro Bowlers Jay Cutler and Terrell Owens are among those being counted on by new teams this year.

Zorn: Redskins don't want Vick 'at this juncture' (AP)

Wed, 2009-07-29 21:17
Add the Washington Redskins to the growing list of NFL teams that say they aren't interested in Michael Vick. Asked about Vick on Wednesday, Redskins coach Jim Zorn ruled out signing the former Atlanta Falcons quarterback "at this juncture." Vick was conditionally reinstated by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell on Monday.

Chris Cooley makes new, lower-budget Fantasy Files commercials (Yahoo! Sports)

Wed, 2009-07-29 15:07
He's not making them for himself, though. Chris Cooley is a generous and selfless man, and he took it upon...

Vick headed to Jacksonville Jaguars? Or Vikings? (Yahoo! Sports)

Wed, 2009-07-29 12:32
Michael Vick must be really enjoying himself right about now. No more ankle bracelet, freedom to roam, and lots...

Redskins sign supplemental pick Jarmon (AP)

Tue, 2009-07-28 19:23
Supplemental draft pick Jeremy Jarmon and the Washington Redskins agreed to a four-year contract with a $755,000 signing bonus Monday. The Redskins chose the defensive end in the third round of the NFL supplemental draft on July 16. He was the only player picked. The 6-foot-3, 277-pound Jarmon was declared ineligible for his senior season at Kentucky by the NCAA because he tested positive for a...

Mr. Vick goes to Washington? Redskins-Vick rumors heat up (Yahoo! Sports)

Tue, 2009-07-28 14:36
If Washington Redskins owner Daniel Snyder wants Michael Vick, then he's going to get Michael Vick.

Gentleman prefers blonde: Clinton Portis bleaches his hair (Yahoo! Sports)

Sat, 2009-07-25 20:02
Sometimes, no words are necessary. Most of those times, Clinton Portis is involved : No, that's not the love...

NFL Preseason Capsules (AP)

Sat, 2009-07-25 17:43
A look at the 32 NFL teams as training camps open for the 2009 season (2008 records in parentheses): AFC EAST MIAMI DOLPHINS (11-5) OPEN CAMP: Aug. 2, Davie, Fla. LAST YEAR: Led by the new Bill Parcells regime, the Dolphins became the first team in NFL history to make the playoffs a year after winning only once.

Redskins sign 3rd-round pick Barnes, cut 2 (AP)

Thu, 2009-07-23 18:19
The Washington Redskins signed third-round draft pick Kevin Barnes to a four-year deal with a $782,500 bonus. Barnes is a cornerback who played at Maryland and was the 80th overall pick in April. Also Thursday, the Redskins cut two rookie free agents: defensive end Derek Walker of Illinois, and wide receiver Jaison Williams of Oregon.

Preseason storylines: How mobile is Brady? (Yahoo! Sports)

Thu, 2009-07-23 15:39
A great amount of attention will be placed on Tom Brady's knee after missing almost all of the '08 season.

Vick's legal sentence ends, more judgments await (AP)

Sat, 2009-07-18 20:25
Michael Vick's federal dogfighting sentence is scheduled to end Monday and that is also when he will go back on trial -- facing a whole new series of judgments. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, teams, fans and sponsors are among those who will weigh in on Vick's future. First and foremost, Goodell must decide whether Vick's suspension will end and, if so, when -- allowing the former...