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Although penciled in as the opening day starter at wide receiver opposite of Rich Musinski for the Berlin Thunder, Ryan Hoag actually made his biggest play of the season on special teams during Week One, blocking a punt by the Rhein Fire’s Danny Baugher. Hoag relishes that role. “Special teams has always been my forte … Read more

The Washington Redskins announced the signings of the remainder of the team’s second day draft picks, allowing the team to focus on signing first-rounder LaRon Landry. The Skins selected Dallas Sartz in the fifth round on this year’s draft. Sartz, who has taken some good-natured ribbing from fans because of his first name, led USC … Read more

This has been a busy off-season for Washington Redskins wide receiver Brandon Lloyd, highlighted by the birth of his second son, Elvis John Lloyd. To catch up on things, Brandon sat down with THN to discuss the off-season, the mini-camp that just wrapped up, and much more. Something exciting for Redskin fans and theHogs.net – … Read more

When Fred Smoot left as a free agent after the 2004 season, many Redskins fans lamented the loss of the popular defensive back. Though somewhat undersized relative to today’s receivers, Smoot’s brash style, 16 interceptions in four years and his willingness to play through pain made him a fan favorite. Smoot suffered through two tumultuous, … Read more

The Washington Redskins released the schedule for the 2007 Training Camp on Thursday. This year, there are just eight practice sessions open to the public. Friday, July 27, 5 p.m. Saturday, July 28, 4:30 p.m. Sunday, July 29, 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 31, 4 p.m. Thursday, August 2, 4 p.m. Friday, August 3, 10 a.m. … Read more

Washington Redskins’ fans may want to keep the name Will Whitticker in the back of their minds this season. As the Washington Post has reported*, “Big Will”, a free agent who was cut by the Packers and waived by the Dolphins, is turning some heads in the team workouts. Says Joe Bugel, “I don’t like … Read more

After a year-long struggle to find consistency on defense, the Washington Redskins signed Omar Stoutmire this past offseason in an effort to bring stability and depth to the safety position. Redskins’ fans will remember Omar Stoutmire from 2005, when he served as a key special teams player and had several commendable performances as a backup … Read more

Having won a World Bowl Title in NFL Europa and an Arena Bowl Championship in the Arena Football League, Bryant Shaw has seen success at just about every level of football. But he has not been as lucky in the National Football League. Only brief stints with the Dallas Cowboys, Detroit Lions, and now the … Read more

On April 5th, the Redskins announced the signing of veteran cornerback David Macklin. Macklin, a seven-year veteran, agreeed to a contract for the veteran minimum plus $40,000 in signing bonuses. Under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, the teams that sign veteran players are rewarded with salary cap discounts. Qualifying contracts must have the minimum salary for … Read more

The Washington Redskins are often criticized for making a bigger splash in March than they are able to muster in September. Following the return of Joe Gibbs, who is known for preferring veteran free agents to untested draft picks, the Redskins have had multiple personalities when it comes to approaching free agency. With mixed success … Read more