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Overcoming Long Odds

After kicking their cocaine habits, the parents of recently signed Redskins rookie Edwin Williams Jr., above, made sure their son didn't follow their path toward addiction.

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La Canfora
On Football »The Redskins are counting on second-year players Devin Thomas, Malcolm Kelly and Fred Davis to take a major step forward this year after their disappointing rookie seasons.
Boswell
Thomas Boswell »After several weeks of trying to replace him, the Redskins can only hope they haven't completely alienated Jason Campbell.
Wilbon
Michael Wilbon »The NFL draft has become must-not-see TV but the Redskins may keep things interesting as they pursue Mark Sanchez.
Wise
Mike Wise »If Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones thinks Terrell Owens has too much baggage, it's a pretty good sign that he does.
Jenkins
Sally Jenkins »Redskins Coach Jim Zorn's paint-thinner brand of honesty is a critical quality if he's going to transform the franchise.
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