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Archive for July, 2008

Redskins Readying For Hall Of Fame Game

The Redskins are about to head to Canton, Ohio for Sunday night’s Hall of Fame Game pairing with the Indianapolis Colts.  Wide receiver Anthony Mix used to catch passes from Jason Campbell at Auburn.  Now, he’s trying to overcome a hamstring injury to try to latch onto a roster spot with the “Burgundy and Gold.  [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jul 31 2008

Redskins Two A Day Workouts Continue

Players for the Redskins are earning their paychecks this time of year.  Two-a-day workouts in blistering heat isn’t easy.  Pro Bowl tight end Chris Cooley sponsored some physically disabled children some presents and, perhaps more importantly, some of his precious time.  Cooley says he patterns the effort after one he did with Drew Brees, quarterback of [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jul 30 2008

Redskins Crank Up Intensity Ahead Of Preseason Opener

Players and coaches for the Redskins are cranking up the intensity in training camp this week.  The team is preparing for the Hall of Fame Game preseason opener against the Indianapolis Colts in Canton, Ohio Sunday night.  Coach Jim Zorn is still teaching his West Coast Offense and tutoring quarterback Jason Campbell, always mindful that he [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jul 29 2008

Redskins Gearing Up For Hall Of Fame Game Sunday

The Redskins kick off preparations today for Sunday’s Hall of Fame Game matchup.  Defensive tackle Anthony Montgomery will be out longer than first feared with a broken bone in his right hand.  He is due for surgery today and should be sidelined up to a month.  Washington will play the Indianapolis Colts in Canton, Ohio.  [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jul 28 2008

Redskins Sign Fitch, Matua; Release Mapu, Brown

The Redskins made some roster moves today, signing defensive tackle Zarnell Fitch and guard Fred Matua, and waiving defensive end J.T. Mapu and guard Kerry Brown.  Fitch spent last season on the Baltimore Ravens’ practice squad. He was on the Ravens’ active roster for two games but did not play.  Matua was on the Cleveland [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jul 27 2008

Several Redskins Injured

The injury bug is biting more players for the Redskins during training camp.  First, safety LaRon Landy tweaked a hamstring.  Then, defensive end Chris Wilson strained a calf.  After that, top draft pick Devin Thomas pulled his right hamstring.  The wideout could be sidelined for a couple of weeks.  It’s unclear how quickly the rookie will [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jul 25 2008

Redskins Training Camp Continues

The arrival in training camp of veteran defensive end Jason Taylor promises to help take some of the heat off linebackers like London Fletcher under defensive coordinator Greg Blache.  Fletcher says he likes the blend of old formations and new that Blache is implementing.  Fletcher and his wife are celebrating the birth of their second [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jul 24 2008

Redskins Hold Punt Catching Contest As Part Of Morning Training

Midnight curfew has been extended for an hour tonight after the Redskins offensive and defensive lines made no mistakes during a punt catching contest to wrap up the morning practice at Redskins Park in Ashburn.  Earlier, the team was put through its longest workout of the training camp.  Coach Jim Zorn spent a lot of time [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jul 23 2008

Taylor Practices For First Time With Redskins

Jason Taylor worked out for the first time with the Redskins.  The Pro Bowl defensive end says he kind of felt like a first-year player.  He says he recognized offensive lineman Todd Wade, with whom he used to play, and sat with him.  And, he’s looking forward to getting acquainted with his new surroundings as a [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jul 23 2008

Taylor Introduced By Redskins

Newly acquired Jason Taylor has been introduced by the Redskins at a news conference.  The 33-year-old Pro Bowl defensive end from the Miami Dolphins was picked up Sunday by the Burgundy and Gold for two draft picks.  Last season in Miami, Taylor had 55 tackles, 11 sacks and an interception.  He has been selected for the [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jul 22 2008