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In embarrassing Redskins loss, McCoy emerges as a plausible quarterback
He wasn’t perfect, but his general competence was a cut above most of his teammates.
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He wasn’t perfect, but his general competence was a cut above most of his teammates.
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Bryant, 36 and in the twilight of his career, finds himself in the role of veteran mentor while still trying to be the Mamba.
The coach’s willingness to be harsh, even on himself, is a start. But there’s so much more to overcome here.
Washington President and GM Bruce Allen’s absentee leadership charts course to nowhere.
For Jay Gruden, the best place for Robert Griffin III is elsewhere; will Dan Snyder and Bruce Allen agree?
Jim Haslett has given it a go with what he has, but Redskins’ defense has been too bad for too long to go on.
Accuracy, mental toughness endear the quarterback to Jay Gruden, and he could start here for a while.
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The team’s behavior before the Penn State game negated any goodwill earned by the victory.
Penalizing horses for one unavoidable bump in the first stride would create chaos in the sport.
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