Redskins’ Cooley will play any role
After an injury-riddled season, tight end out to show he has what it takes to be a productive veteran.
Redskins sign lineman Marlon Favorite
Nose tackle Chris Neild and receiver Darius Hanks are placed on injured reserve
Second-year guys enjoy preseason
Lockout canceled months of critical practices for Kerrigan, Royster and others who were rookies in 2011.
Orakpo reaches for true elite status
Brian Orakpo, the Redskins’ fearsome pass-rusher, says he wants to improve much more than his sack total.
Griffin’s ‘I got it’ moment
When Robert Griffin III looked to his fourth passing option on a pass play against Buffalo, instead of tucking the ball and running, he knew he was grasping the offense.
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Lockers of Redskins who are not RGIII
We can’t show you what RGIII’s locker looks like, so here are the lockers of some defensive linemen.”
RGIII talks pro wrestling with Adam Carriker
Redskins QB tells his locker neighbor that Goldberg is his favorite wrestler of all time.”
Jason Witten has “a very serious injury”
Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten won’t be rushed as he recovers from a lacerated spleen. He’ll miss the rest of preseason and perhaps the Sept. 5 opener. ”
Joe Gibbs is ‘fired up’ for RGIII
Redskins legend tells ESPN that, with a quarterback in the fold, the Redskins now have a chance.”
Crane welcomes RGIII to D.C.
Construction project at 14th and U goes from Natitude to RGthrizzletude.”
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Witten out with spleen injury
Cowboys’ tight end will miss the remainder of the preseason and could miss regular season time due to internal bleeding.
Morris not a typical rookie
Running back from Florida Atlantic carries shoulder pads after practice, but ran for a team-high 54 yards in the preseason opener.
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Redskins minicamp
The Washington Redskins participate in one final round of offseason workouts until training camp kicks off in late July.

PHOTOS | RGIII ready to get to work
With his contract signed, Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III can join his teammates at rookie minicamp.

Fundraising for Martin’s family
‘Stars for Trayvon’ was a night to raise legal funds in support of Martin’s family.

PHOTOS | RGIII gets hero’s welcome at FedEx
Thousands pack Fan Fest at FedEx Field for chance to see the team’s new quarterback

Photos: Sky’s the limit for Griffin
Robert Griffin III’s life will change as he is expected to revive the ailing Redskins.

Up close with Robert Griffin III
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A second chance on the field
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Post Sports Live: Strasburg nears shutdown, Redskins open strong
The Washington Post’s LaVar Arrington, Jason Reid, Dan Steinberg and Jonathan Forsythe discuss the Nationals’ recent offensive awakening, the pennant race without ace Stephen Strasburg, early impressions of Redskins rookie quarterback Robert Griffin III’s debut and what to watch for in Saturday night’s game in Chicago.
Post Sports Live: RGIII impressions and Chicago game story lines
The Post Sports Live crew talks about initial impressions from the Redskins’ 7-6 win over Buffalo and look ahead to Saturday night’s game in Chicago, with an eye on the patchwork offensive line and kicking competition.
Post Sports Live: How does RGIII’s debut compare to ‘Strasmas’?
The Washington Post’s LaVar Arrington, Jason Reid and Dan Steinberg compare the hype leading up to the Redskins preseason opener, and the debut of rookie quarterback Robert Griffin III, with the anticipation for Stephen Strasburg’s debut at Nationals Park in 2010.
Post Sports Live: Redskins preseason opener preview
The Post Sports Live crew points out some key Redskins storylines worth watching as the preseason gets underway Thursday night in Buffalo.
Post Sports Live: RGIII debuts and Nationals’ road trip and Terps uniforms
The Washington Post’s LaVar Arrington, Jason Reid, Dan Steinberg and Jonathan Forsythe discuss the debut of Redskins rookie quarterback Robert Griffin III on Thursday in Buffalo, other Redskins they have their eyes on in the preseason opener, the Nationals’ key 10-game road trip and the University of Maryland’s new look at Byrd Stadium.
Post Sports Live: Who will start in the backfield for the Redskins?
The Post Sports Live crew debates whether Tim Hightower, Roy Helu or Evan Royster will start as running back for the Redskins in week one at New Orleans.
Post Sports Live: How worrisome are injuries to Lichtensteiger and Brown?
The Washington Post’s LaVar Arrington, Matt Rennie and Dan Steinberg discuss the early rash of injuries affecting key members of the Redskins’ offensive line and debate whether or not the team did enough in the offseason to build depth.
Post Sports Live: MLB-best Nationals, Redskins line trouble and Olympics coverage
The Washington Post’s LaVar Arrington, Matt Rennie, Dan Steinberg and Jonathan Forsythe discuss the MLB-best Nationals at the trade deadline, Bryce Harper’s recent struggles, the offensive line woes for the Redskins less than a week into training camp, and London Olympics viewing habits.
Post Sports Live: Countdown is on for Redskins’ training camp
The Washington Post’s Jason Reid and Tracee Hamilton reveal their excitement for the debut of Robert Griffin III as training camp nears and anticipate an exciting fall with a likely pennant race and the start of Griffin’s career with the Redskins.
Post Sports Live: Redskins start, first-place Nats and Penn State
The Washington Post’s LaVar Arrington, Jason Reid, Dan Steinberg and Jonathan Forsythe discuss the start of Redskins training camp, the Nationals’ priorities at the trade deadline, and the sanctions against Penn State University in the wake of the Jerry Sandusky sexual abuse scandal.Recent columns
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- Kirkland motivated to work hard
- Redskins see some positives in victory
- RGIII looks good in opener
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