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Washington Redskins

The luster is off the legend of Joe Gibbs in his second go-round in DC; he tries again to recapture glory in '07 with young QB Jason Campbell

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  • September 2008

    • Pats Top Jets 19-10 Without Brady at Helm

      Associated Press  |  Sep 14, 08 6:31 PM CDT

      Pats Top Jets 19-10 Without Brady at Helm

      (Newser) - Matt Cassel stepped in to lead the Tom Bradyless New England Patriots today, as Peyton Manning sparked a late Indianapolis Colts rally and Eli Manning showed why the New York Giants are champs: Tom who? In his first start since high school, Matt Cassel led the Patriots to a 19-10 victory over Brett Favre's New York Jets. Cassel went 16 for 23 for 165 yards but didn't toss a touchdown, the AP reports. Peyton Manning narrowly avoided his first 0-2 start since his rookie season 10 years ago, rallying the Colts from a 15-0 deficit in the third quarter to beat the Minnesota Vikings 18-15, USA Today reports. More »

    • Champ Giants Still Underdogs

      New York Daily News  |  Sep 4, 08 11:09 AM CDT

      Champ Giants Still Underdogs

      (Newser) - They’re the Super Bowl champions, but when the New York Giants take the field against the rival Redskins to begin the NFL season tonight, they’ll feel like underdogs. “Nobody really has a lot of respect for us,” says Plaxico Burress. “Even when we won the Super Bowl, everything was a fluke.” New York has lost five starters, and many doubt they’ll recover. More »

  • July 2008

    • Miami Deals Taylor to Redskins

      Miami Herald  |  Jul 21, 08 5:54 AM CDT

      Miami Deals Taylor to Redskins

      (Newser) - Dancing With the Stars hunk Jason Taylor is a Dolphin no longer. After spending his career in Miami, the defensive end will head for Washington after the teams agreed on a trade that sends two Redskins draft picks to the Dolphins, the Miami Herald reports. "I love Miami, will always cherish my 11 years with the Dolphins," said Taylor, promising to remain a fan. More »

  • February 2008

    • NFL's Top 10 2008 Free Agents

      MSNBC  |  Feb 29, 08 12:23 PM CST

      NFL's Top 10 2008 Free Agents

      (Newser) - Free agents can mean the difference between a losing season and the Super Bowl. This year’s crop is wanting, but quality is available. Here’re 10 of the best: Patriot CB Asante Samuel: A playmaker Patriot WR Randy Moss: Stands pat? Bears LB Lance Briggs: Washington bound? Steelers OG Alan Faneca: Bear? Jet? Cardinal? Charger RB Michael Turner: In Tomlinson’s shadow More »

    • Redskins Name Zorn Head Coach

      Washington Post  |  Feb 9, 08 8:24 PM CST

      Redskins Name Zorn Head Coach

      (Newser) - Two weeks ago, Washington Redskins owner Daniel Snyder shocked the NFL by hiring Jim Zorn as offensive coordinator before he had hired a head coach. Today, Snyder topped that by making Zorn his head coach, reports the Washington Post . "I've always dreamed of being a head coach with a franchise rich in tradition like the Redskins," Zorn, 54, said. More »

    • Giants Reward Spagnuolo for Staying

      New York Times  |  Feb 8, 08 1:07 AM CST

      Giants Reward Spagnuolo for Staying

      (Newser) - The Washington Redskins loss is the New York Giants gain. Defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo took himself out of the running for the Redskins coaching job and instead accepted a three-year contract from the Giants yesterday, reports for New York Times. The contract, which pays $2 million a season, makes Spagnuolo one of the highest paid defensive coordinators in the NFL. More »

    • Monk Leads Hall of Fame Class

      Associated Press  |  Feb 3, 08 4:55 AM CST

      Monk Leads Hall of Fame Class

      (Newser) - What has been a rough season for the Washington Redskins got a little brighter yesterday when both Darrell Green and Art Monk were elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, reports AP. New England linebacker Andre Tippett, San Diego/San Francisco defensive end Fred Dean, Minnesota/Denver tackle Gary Zimmerman and  Kansas City cornerback Emmitt Thomas were also elected. More »

  • January 2008

    • Redskins Dump Williams and Saunders

      Washington Post  |  Jan 26, 08 6:16 PM CST

      Redskins Dump Williams and Saunders

      (Newser) - Last week it looked like Gregg Williams would be the head coach of the Washington Redskins. Today Williams is looking for a job. Williams, the Redskins defensive coordinator, and Al Saunders, Washington's offensive coordinator, were released by the team today, according the Washington Post . Greg Blache takes over for Williams and Jim Zorn replaces Saunders. More »

    • NFL Exit Puts Gibbs Back in NASCAR Seat

      USA Today  |  Jan 9, 08 7:56 AM CST

      NFL Exit Puts Gibbs Back in NASCAR Seat

      (Newser) - When Joe Gibbs stepped down as Redskins' head coach yesterday at age 67, it wasn't to head off to the golf course—Gibbs is expected to retake the reins of his NASCAR team, reports USA Today . "I guess it's a good thing I never moved into his office," cracked son JD Gibbs, who's been running the show since dad's 2004 return to football. More »

    • Gibbs Blindsides 'Skins, Resigns

      Washington Post  |  Jan 8, 08 11:25 AM CST

      Gibbs Blindsides 'Skins, Resigns

      (Newser) - Joe Gibbs is retiring again, stepping down as both coach and president of the Washington Redskins, the team he’s spent a total of 16 years leading, the Washington Post reports. Gibbs will stay with the team somehow, perhaps as a consultant to owner Dan Snyder. No announcement of a replacement followed Gibbs' surprise decision. More »

    • Seahawks Crush Redskins

      Seattle Times  |  Jan 5, 08 8:45 PM CST

      Seahawks Crush Redskins

      (Newser) - The Seattle Seahawks were clinging to a one-point lead Saturday when the defense decided to give itself a cushion in what turned out to be a 35-14 win over the Washington Redskins in an NFL Wild Card playoff game, the Seattle Times reports. Marcus Trufant returned an interception 78 yards for a touchdown and Jordan Babineaux returned another 57 yards for the Seahawks. More »

  • December 2007

    • 'Skins End Season of Loss in Playoffs

      CBS  |  Dec 31, 07 11:50 AM CST

      'Skins End Season of Loss in Playoffs

      (Newser) - After dropping four games in a row and losing murdered teammate Sean Taylor, the Washington Redskins looked all but done for the season. Starting QB Jason Campbell was injured, other players were distracted by family issues, and coach Joe Gibbs made a rookie-level slipup that cost his team a game. Yet here the Redskins are, poised for the playoffs, writes Mike Freeman of CBSSports.com. More »

    • 'Skins Steamroll Cowboys 27-6

      Associated Press  |  Dec 30, 07 9:38 PM CST

      'Skins Steamroll Cowboys 27-6

      (Newser) - The Cowboys have already clinched their top seed, so today's blowout loss to the determined Redskins won't influence Dallas's playoff schedule. It may affect egos, however: the Cowboys managed a single rushing yard and Tony Romo threw for just 86 yards and a pick, AP reports. Washington, on the other hand, was on its game. More »

    • Redskins Beat Vikings, Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

      Washington Po