Monthly Archives: February 2009

Haynesworth really getting $48 million

When Stephen Davis signed a blockbuster deal with the Redskins, his agent kept saying “Nine years, $90 million.” The media laughed still we cried because we knew the deal was so backloaded that the agent was talking funny money nonsense. … Continue reading

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Dockery’s return real key for Redskins

Overlooked in the big-money signing of Tennessee defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth and re-signing of cornerback DeAngelo Hall is the return of guard Derrick Dockery. Washington’s former 2003 third-rounder is back after a two-year stint in Buffalo when the Bills paid … Continue reading

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Trial of Sean Taylor’s murderers delayed again

The March 9 trial of the four men who allegedly murdered Redskins safety Sean Taylor has been postponed to June 9 so defense attorneys have more time to interview witnesses. It has been almost 16 months since Taylor’s murder and … Continue reading

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YouTube: Do it yourself . . . if you’re an idiot

Guys my size don’t wander up on roofs. Here’s why.

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Redskins sign Albert Haynesworth

Oh yeah, Dan Snyder is back. The Washington Redskins signed Tennessee defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth to a reported $100 million deal with $41 million guaranteed over seven years. The team has announced a 5 p.m. press conference. The Redskins were … Continue reading

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Redskins keep DeAngelo Hall — who’s next?

Looks like all that money Dan Snyder saved by whacking three dozen blue-collar workers around Redskins Park went to DeAngelo Hall. The Redskins retained the cornerback with a six-year, $54 million deal with $22.5 million guaranteed. Hall is probably their … Continue reading

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Redskins ready for free agency

But is Albert Haynesworth coming tomorrow? Good question. The Redskins could sign the Tennessee defensive tackle to a blockbuster deal, but that would empty the coffer. Or, they could go for Chris Canty and a couple others. Or, they could … Continue reading

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Joe Galloway to the Redskins?

Well, maybe in 1995. The receiver was cut by Tampa Bay yesterday so he’s looking for a home. And, the Redskins always regretted not taking him instead of Michael Westbrook with their first-round pick. Galloway won’t be headed to the … Continue reading

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Rijo fired? Bowden next?

The Washington Post reports Jose Rijo has been fired over this whole Alvarez/Gonzales mess when the Nationals paid a $1.4 million bonus to the Dominican shortstop who’s really four years older and much less valuable. Rijo admits the Nats saying … Continue reading

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Wordless Wednesday: World War II Memorial, Washington, D.C.

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