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Final preseason game proves 2 are enough

Posted on September 1, 2010 by Rick

The Redskins travel to Arizona on Thursday for a 10 p.m. eastern start. The preseason finale won’t have many starters playing and those that do will barely get sweaty. My Washington Examiner column says if there’s ever proof that four … Continue reading →

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YouTube: Redskins-Jets preview

Posted on August 25, 2010 by Rick
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Goodell says Washington a good Super Bowl site

Posted on August 5, 2010 by Rick

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell stopped by Redskins Park as part of his national tour with John Madden to talk with the fans and media. Unlike his predecessor Paul Tagliabue, a lawyer who never gave a straight answer, Goodell is a … Continue reading →

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Can Washington host a Super Bowl

Posted on May 23, 2010 by Rick

In the days after 9/11 when tourism zeroed out in Washington and New York, the NFL said it would consider the two cities for Super Bowls as a way of helping. On Tuesday, New York is expected to be given … Continue reading →

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NFC contenders outpace Redskins

Posted on April 26, 2010 by Rick

The true measure of the draft is did you get better than you rivals? After looking at the NFC teams that made the playoffs last year, the Redskins at best stayed even. Not a way to make progress. My Washington … Continue reading →

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NFL Combine sneak preview

Posted on February 22, 2010 by Rick

The NFL Combine starts Thursday. Overall, I think it’s highly overrated. But, after spending millions on scouting all year the front office needs something to geek up about. They largely know what they’re seeing before heading to Indianapolis. Given no … Continue reading →

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NFL kills second London game

Posted on January 24, 2010 by Rick

The NFL has decided against a second game in London this fall, according to Pro Football Talk.com. The website quotes an NFL release saying the pending collective bargaining agreement and fears of the continued global recession as reasons after wanting … Continue reading →

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Redskins in London?

Posted on December 15, 2009 by Rick

The BBC reports (imagine, quoting the BBC – God bless the internet) the NFL will play two games in London next year. The Redskins could be one. My Washington Examiner column discusses the ins and outs of the move (they … Continue reading →

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NFC East isn’t best, but still interesting

Posted on December 13, 2009 by Rick

The NFC East was supposed to be the best division. And, it may in the end. But it’s at least the most interesting race remaining. My Washington Examiner column discusses how it will shake out between New York, Dallas and … Continue reading →

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The NFL preseason is bogus

Posted on August 13, 2009 by Rick

The Washington Redskins travel to Baltimore tonight for the preseason opener. You’ll see starters for two series. By the second half, most of you will be watching House or Grey’s Anatomy rather than players who will be cut soon. My … Continue reading →

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