Markelle Fultz may not be dominating the sports news cycle like some of his peers, but he is leading the pack where it counts. The Upper Marlboro, Md. native is projected to be the No. 1 pick in the 2017 NBA Draft. In this Feb. 18, 2017, file photo, Washington’s Markelle Fultz brings the ball […]
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Washington Addresses Needs in Productive 2017 NFL Draft
Washington’s NFL team scored big in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft, drafting top defensive end Jonathan Allen at No. 17. Allen could have gone much higher—some predicted as high as the second overall pick—but he fell right into Washington’s lap, immediately filling a need and becoming a local fan favorite. FILE – […]
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From 9 to 19: Two Young Men Find Solace in Boxing under Baltimore’s Coach Mack
Nine-year-old B.J. Santana Brown first picked up boxing gloves when he was seven years old. Despite his young age, his heart was set on becoming a boxer. Coincidentally, his mother, Denise Worsley, ran into Coach Mack Allison III outside their local YMCA. Coach Mack Allison III (Courtesy Photo) Allison, known around Baltimore as Coach Mack, […]
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Washington Blows a Chance to Make Playoffs with Loss to NY Giants
Despite facing an opponent with nothing to play for, Washington’s NFL team was eliminated from playoff contention after Kirk Cousins threw two interceptions in a 19-10 loss to the New York Giants on Jan. 1 in Landover, Md. Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) passes the ball during the first half of an NFL football […]
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Washington Defense Makes Difference in Win over Chicago
With the Washington NFL team facing a must-win game, their defense made the difference in a 41-21 victory over the Chicago Bears on Dec. 24 in Chicago. After losing to the Carolina Panthers a week earlier, Washington (8-6-1) needed a win to keep their playoff hopes alive and compete for a Wild Card spot. At […]
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Washington Blows Playoff Chances in Loss to Carolina Panthers
Washington’s playoff hopes were drastically deflated on the Monday Night Football stage as the Carolina Panthers defeated Washington’s NFL team, 26-15, on Dec. 19 in Landover, Md. With the loss, Washington now needs help to make it to the playoffs. Washington (7-6-1) started out flat against Carolina — the reigning NFC champions — and ultimately […]
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Washington NFL Team Defeats Philadelphia in Dramatic Win
Washington linebacker Ryan Kerrigan strip-sacked Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz to stifle a potential game-winning drive, as Washington’s NFL team held on for a dramatic win over the Eagles, 27-22, on Dec. 11 in Philadelphia. Philadelphia put the first points on the board after kicker Caleb Sturgis made a 45-yard field goal. Washington got off […]
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Arizona Holds off Washington in 4th Qtr. to Win, 31-23
Arizona quarterback Carson Palmer threw for 300 yards and three touchdowns as the Arizona Cardinals defeated Washington’s NFL team, 31-23, on Dec. 4 in Glendale, Ariz. The Washington Redskins and the Arizona Cardinals line up during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz. The Cardinals won 31-23. […]
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Preston Smith leads Washington NFL over Minnesota, 26-20
With an impressive, one-handed interception and a crucial sack in the fourth quarter, linebacker Preston Smith led Washington’s NFL team to a 26-20 victory over the Minnesota Vikings on Nov. 13 at FedEx Field in Landover, Md. Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford (8) is sacked by Washington Redskins linebacker Preston Smith (94) and safety Su’a […]
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Washington, Cincinnati Play to 27-27 Tie in London
Fans at Wembley Stadium in London were treated to overtime between Washington’s NFL team and the Cincinnati Bengals in London on Oct. 30. They were also treated to a 27-27 tie when both teams were unable to score during the overtime period. Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton (14), centre, is tackled after managing to throw […]
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Detroit Lions Snap Washington’s Four-Game Win Streak
Kirk Cousins threw 28 of 38 passes for 299 yards and one touchdown, plus one rushing touchdown in Washington’s 20-17 loss to the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in Detroit. Washington’s four-game win streak abruptly ended as Detroit receiver Anquan Boldin scored the game-winning touchdown with just seconds left in the game. Washington Redskins quarterback […]
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Washington Defeats Cleveland 31-20, for Second Straight Win
Washington running back Matt Jones rushed for 117 yards and scored the game-winning touchdown as Washington’s NFL team claimed a 31-20 win over the Cleveland Browns at FedEx Field on Oct. 2. Washington Redskins running back Matt Jones (31) runs with the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland […]