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Goodell says Washington a good Super Bowl site

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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Redskins going home via New York?

Dan Snyder wants a Super Bowl now that New York has one. I wonder . . . My Washington Examiner column ponders whether the NFL just gave Snyder the negotiating tool with District and federal leaders to gain a downtown … Continue reading

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Can Washington host a Super Bowl

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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Super Bowl matchups to watch

One nice thing about the internet is days like this when practically no one can see the print edition but can read my column online. I remember the old days thinking no one would see the paper. Anyway, I run … Continue reading

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Sammy Baugh makes the Super Bowl

Well, his jersey at least. The Redskins greatest player ever, Sammy Baugh’s jersey from a late 1940s game is on auction at HuntAuctions.com as part of a Super Bowl memorabilia sale. There’s already a bid of $19,800 as officials expect … Continue reading

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Super Bowl media day = overkill

Dwight Freeney’s ankle was the busiest joint in town. The Indianapolis Colts pass rusher may not play in Sunday’s Super Bowl. Or he might.  Or he might play a little. Or a lot. You get the idea. The NFL Network … Continue reading

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Let the drama begin

Super Bowl week has become too big. It’s not two weeks. My Washington Examiner column previews all the story lines and they often revolve around Peyton Manning. Let the hype machine begin

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Super Bowl in London?

An American Werewolf in London maybe, but our greatest event is not for sale. My Washington Examiner column details why this notion may eventually happen, but why American fans should boycott the NFL if it exports our biggest championship. The … Continue reading

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Las Vegas says Nats have no shot

While wandering the Las Vegas sports books recently, I grabbed all the futures sheets. I know you can see them on the internet now, but it’s not the same thing. Just grabbing the flyer to see the odds is a … Continue reading

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Are the Redskins Super Bowl bound with Haynesworth?

The Redskins just spent $100 million (or $48 million) to find out. My Washington Examiner column today discusses why Albert Haynesworth gives the Redskins another chance at the title. But, don’t forget keeping DeAngelo Hall and regaining guard Derrick Dockery … Continue reading

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