Mike Jones
Mike Jones
Reporter

Mike Jones covers the Washington Redskins for The Washington Post. A native of Warrenton, Va., he got his start in journalism covering sports for his hometown paper, The Fauquier Citizen, in 1999 and eventually became sports editor. Jones went on to cover the Washington Wizards for the Washington Times and CSNWashington.com from 2007 to 2010 before covering the Redskins for TBD.com for the 2010 season. He joined The Post’s staff in February, 2011. He lives on the Eastern Shore with his wife, Katie, and four children, Siera, Timothy, Malakai and Silas. When not writing about a Redskins development of some kind – which is rare – he can be found screaming and cheering at one of his kids’ softball, baseball, soccer or basketball games.

Latest by Mike Jones

Redskins sign 2nd-round CB David Amerson

Redskins sign 2nd-round CB David Amerson

By bringing the second-round cornerback into the fold, Washington has now signed six of its seven draft picks.

Redskins sign 4th-round S Phillip Thomas

Redskins sign 4th-round S Phillip Thomas

By signing fourth-round pick Phillip Thomas, the Redskins have all but their second- and third-round picks under contract.

Redskins GM Allen excited about start of OTAs

Redskins GM Allen excited about start of OTAs

General Manager Bruce Allen says he's excited about blending the rookies with Washington's veteran core.

Redskins sign rookie RB Jawan Jamison

Redskins sign rookie RB Jawan Jamison

Washington continues to get its lower-round picks under contract, announcing the signing of the seventh-round running back from Rutgers.