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Redskins' Pass Rush Is Stuck in the Slow Lane

Washington PostAt times Sunday night, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo must have felt like he was still at a preseason practice, where defenders risk being cut if they hit the passer, and even inadvertent contact is forbidden. Romo was playing for the first time in a month, trying to protect his broken pinkie...
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Redskins' Rookie Wideouts Could Get More Involved

Washington PostThe Washington Redskins envision rookie WR Malcolm Kelly, who has had knee problems all season, helping at some point in the final six games. Rookie WR Devin Thomas has displayed encouraging signs in practice, coaches and players said recently, and he might become more involved in upcoming game p...
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Redskins at Seahawks

Washington PostWhen: Sunday, 4:15 p.m. Where: Qwest Field, Seattle.
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Marcus Washington Is Out With Sprained Ankle

Washington PostMarcus Washington has a high-ankle sprain and will be out several weeks, the latest concern for the linebacker, who has struggled mightily this season.
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Redskins at Seahawks

Washington PostWhen: Sunday, 4:15 p.m. TV: WTTG-5, WBFF-45. Where: Qwest Field, Seattle.
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For Many of the Redskins, Game Day Often Ends With a Sleepless Night

Washington PostFred Smoot's postgame routine Sunday night was unique for a few reasons. For one thing, unlike many of his teammates, on his way out of FedEx Field following the loss to the Cowboys, Smoot bought 20 boxes of Krispy Kreme doughnuts from children doing a fundraiser. He's not a big sugar eater, though,...
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New Look?

Washington PostThe Redskins' offense was criticized under former coach Joe Gibbs and offensive coordinator Al Saunders. Through 10 games under Coach Jim Zorn, it has produced numbers similar to last season:
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Redskins Fall to Cowboys as Optimism Fades

Washington PostThere was a silence inside FedEx Field last night. It was the kind of silence 90,830 people can make when the euphoria drains from the season and a hated rival is running off the field with arms raised, shouting into the evening chill.
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COWBOYS 14 REDSKINS 10

Washington PostFor complete coverage of last night's game, go to http://www.washingtonpost.com/redskins . Also get breaking news, analysis and all things Redskins from Washington Post beat reporter Jason La Canfora at http://voices.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider .
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Holmgren's Lost, Last Season in Seattle

Washington PostFor more than 16 years he has glared down NFL sidelines, his raging eyes and scowling face responding to every ill-timed pass, fumbled opportunity and sheer imperfection. And yet Mike Holmgren has managed to win. Even the bad years, two blips spread across his nearly two-decade record of playoff and...
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Sally Jenkins: It's a Fine Line Between Blame and Praise

Washington PostIt's generally not a good thing when offensive linemen are noticeable, and the Redskins linemen have gotten a lot of notice in the last two losses. They play an invisible game, a contest in which the action is indistinct, and beating or getting beat is a matter of an inside foot or shoulder.
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Zorn, Redskins Lose Sleep Over Offense's Struggles

Washington PostThe plays Washington Coach Jim Zorn stews over late at night, when his head is on the pillow but his eyes remain wide open, are so apparent on film it makes him sick to his stomach.
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In this Nov. 16, 2008 file photo, Washington Redskins running ba... (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert, File)
AP Photo/Gerald Herbert

In this Nov. 16, 2008 file photo, Washington Redskins running back Clinton Portis rushes for a short gain during the first quarter of their NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Landover, Md. »Yahoo! Sports

LANDOVER, MD - NOVEMBER 16:  Tony Romo #9 of the Dallas Cowboys ... Getty Images
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LANDOVER, MD - NOVEMBER 16: Tony Romo #9 of the Dallas Cowboys walks off the field after losing possession of the ball against the Washington Redskins during the game on November 16, 2008 at FedEx Field in Landover, Maryland. »Yahoo! Sports

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Terrell Owens makes a catch during ... (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Terrell Owens makes a catch during football practice at the team's training facility in Irving, Texas, Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008. The Cowboys will play the Washington Redskins on Sunday.»Yahoo! Sports

In this Oct. 26, 2008, file photo, Detroit Lions quarterback Dre... (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
AP Photo/Paul Sancya

In this Oct. 26, 2008, file photo, Detroit Lions quarterback Drew Henson warms up before the Lions' NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Detroit. The Lions cut Henson on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008.»Yahoo! Sports