Just a reminder to Redskins fans and car enthusiasts that Redskins Rides will be held at Redskins Park next Sunday, August 19th.
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Training Camp Battle: Kicker
Not since the days of Chip Lohmiller have the Redskins been set at kicker. Since his departure after the 1994 season, Washington has seen 17 kickers take the field, including five in the 2000 season alone. You read that correctly; the Redskins have averaged one kicker a year for the last 17 seasons. This summer, … Read more
Training Camp Battle: Running Back
The running back position turned out to be a delightful surprise for an otherwise lackluster Redskins offense in 2011. Tim Hightower, acquired last August from the Arizona Cardinals for defensive end Vonnie Holliday and a 2012 sixth round selection, had a fantastic preseason, posting 6.8 yards per carry and two touchdowns on just 25 carries … Read more
2012 Training Camp Battle: Safety
With free agency and the draft allowing the Redskins to address roster needs, a position that was not tended to as aggressively as others was safety. The defense was already in good shape and was made stronger by re-signing London Fletcher, Adam Carriker and Kedric Golston. That helped the Redskins focus primarily on improving a … Read more
Interview with Texans running back Ben Tate
This summer, I’ve been given the opportunity to write a piece for What’s Up? Annapolis Magazine to profile local athletes from Anne Arundel County (my home county) and Maryland’s Eastern Shore who have made it to the professional level.
I’ve been trying to kick it into second gear and actually talk to some of these players.
Fortunately, some have been receptive, including Houston Texans running back Ben Tate, who grew up on the Eastern Shore.
I had the chance to talk to him on Thursday. Most of the conversation centered around his time growing up in Salisbury and going to school in Berlin, Md. and how it helped him get to where he’s at now.
Redskins Unveil Throwback Uniforms For 2012
This afternoon, the Washington Redskins unveiled a tribute to the past with a pinch of modernity in their new uniforms that are set to be worn twice at FedEx Field this season in conjunction with their 80th Anniversary. In what is supposed to replicate their 1937 uniforms, the Redskins put a twist on what was used during the 1994 season.
Photo Gallery: Kevin Mitchell (1971-2007)
During his time as a Redskin, I had the pleasure of meeting Kevin Mitchell on many occasions. Not once was he ever unpleasant to talk to or interact with. Win or lose, he always flashed his trademark smile for everyone to see.
To help commemorate the fifth anniversary of his passing, I have put together this gallery of various photos that have never been seen by the media. If you never had the chance to meet him, hopefully these photos give you a clear view into his personality.
Remembering Kevin Mitchell: Five Years Later
While Redskins fans were still buzzing on Monday after the most anticipated draft in decades, Denise Mitchell spent the day at her husbands grave. She and their three children, Jonathan (9), Kayla (7) and Alyssa (4) laid flowers on his grave and reflected on what was, as well as what could have been. To commemorate … Read more
Redskins Complete Most Anticipated Draft in Years
The Redskins went into the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft on Thursday knowing who they would bank their immediate future on. After months of waiting, they got their franchise quarterback and selected Heisman Trophy winner Robert Griffin III with the second overall pick. “RG3” had been taking D.C. by storm even before the … Read more
Panthers at Capitals Postgame Videos 04-05-12
Check out our post-game interviews from Washington Capitals players John Carlson, Jay Beagle, Braden Holtby, Alex Ovechkin, Brooks Laich, Karl Alzner, Troy Brouwer and Dale Hunter following the team’s 4-2 win over the Florida Panthers.