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Thomas Boswell

Thomas Boswell

Redskins survive scare

OPINION | When Robert Griffin III went down with a scary knee injury, his teammates rose to occasion.

Thomas Boswell

Thomas Boswell

For Nationals, the price is right

OPINION | Haren and Span signings show Nationals executing short-term plan without mortgaging future.

Thomas Boswell

Thomas Boswell

It’s all falling into place

OPINION | Even when RGIII fumbles, good things happen as the Redskins win their third straight game.

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Sally Jenkins

Sally Jenkins

Alive, and kicking

OPINION | The Redskins separate from Philly and Dallas in the NFC East with the Giants up next.

Sally Jenkins

Sally Jenkins

OPINION | Griffin, Manning begin rivalry with epic battle

New York’s quarterback, in his prime, has just enough to beat Washington’s up-and-coming star.

Sally Jenkins

Sally Jenkins

Ref debacle exposes NFL’s arrogance

OPINION | Roger Goodell has failed the league by not having adequate replacements while locking out refs.

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Mike Wise

Mike Wise

Credit the Redskins defense

OPINION | Defensive coordinator Jim Haslett has been criticized, but his unit is helping the team win.

Mike Wise

Mike Wise

Can Joe Flacco win over skeptics?

OPINION | The Baltimore Ravens quarterback wants to be considered elite, but something doesn’t ring true.

Mike Wise

Mike Wise

OPINION | Time to give feud a swift kick

OPINION | Maryland and Georgetown will meet in the College Cup. Too bad that’s it.

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Tracee Hamilton

Tracee Hamilton

For Redskins rookies, it never gets old

OPINION | Thanks to youth movement, Washington fans feeling like kids on Christmas this December.

Tracee Hamilton

Tracee Hamilton

Kobe’s the best ever — for now

OPINION | When it comes to hyperbole, televised sports is the greatest medium of all time.

Tracee Hamilton

Tracee Hamilton

End the NHL lockout

OPINION | I miss the Capitals and so does the D.C. sports scene.

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Jason Reid

Jason Reid

Redskins building with blocks

OPINION | Resurgent offensive line has paved the route to success for Robert Griffin III and Alfred Morris.

Jason Reid

Jason Reid

RGIII keeps the Redskins rolling

ANALYSIS | Robert Griffin III continues to lead Redskins’ late push, but he’s hardly alone.

Jason Reid

Jason Reid

Reid: Club’s issues start with draft

OPINION | Building through the draft offers little margin for error, and GM Ernie Grunfeld and Washington have made plenty.

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Norman Chad

Norman Chad

COUCH SLOUCH | True facts about sports TV

From Mike Mayock to Stephen A. Smith to Jim Rome, the boob tube is full of hot air.

Norman Chad

Norman Chad

OPINION | Wizards’ woes are deep, long-standing

COUCH SLOUCH | Ever wonder what a post-apocalyptic NBA team might look like? Here it is.

Norman Chad

Norman Chad

Hush money: Maryland’s lucrative move

COUCH SLOUCH | The Big Ten decision was made in secret without any public discussion.

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John Feinstein

John Feinstein

No excuse, but a lot of heartbreak

Standout Army quarterback Trent Steelman handles a final, wrenching loss to Navy with predictable class.

John Feinstein

John Feinstein

OPINION | Majerus, basketball’s clown prince

Rick Majerus had a one-liner for everything and the coaching skills to match.

John Feinstein

John Feinstein

Could Gary Williams cure Wizards?

OPINION | To escape its spiral, Washington’s NBA team needs to think outside the coaching box.

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Andrew Beyer

Andrew Beyer

Wise Dan shines at Breeders’ Cup

The 2012 racing season comes to a climax in the Breeders’ Cup, with Game on Dude flopping and Wise Dan proving worthy of the horse of the year award.

Andrew Beyer

Andrew Beyer

Lasix ban proves to be a distraction at Breeders’ Cup

OPINION | Too much of the conversation at the Breeders’ Cup at Santa Anita was about Lasix, not horses.

Andrew Beyer

Andrew Beyer

Breeders’ Cup drama

OPINION | The Mile, the Ladies Classic and the Classic all promise high-level competition at Santa Anita.

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