Adam Zielonka

Dolphins score on wild trick play with punter passing to kicker

Miami Dolphins punter Matt Haack took a snap and shoveled a pass to kicker Jason Sanders, who reported as an eligible receiver, and Miami converted the weirdest gadget play of the NFL season to date.

December 1, 2019

Derrius Guice, Fabian Moreau help Redskins, but Panthers lead at half

Fabian Moreau snagged an interception deep in Carolina Panthers territory and returned it to the 1-yard line, leading to the Washington Redskins' first touchdown of the day.

December 1, 2019

Patriots take two planes to Houston to quarantine ill players

An illness going around the locker room is serious enough to cause the New England Patriots to take two planes to Houston for their Sunday night game against the Texans -- one carrying the sick players, the other carrying the healthy.

December 1, 2019

Chris Thompson, Daron Payne active for Redskins vs. Panthers

Defensive tackle Daron Payne and running back Chris Thompson are active for the Washington Redskins on Sunday against the Carolina Panthers.

December 1, 2019

Former Redskins receiver Terrelle Pryor in critical condition after stabbing

Former NFL player Terrelle Pryor was the victim of a stabbing Friday night and is in critical condition after surgery, ESPN reported.

November 30, 2019

Ryan Kerrigan, Redskins linebacker, to miss first career start due to concussion

Washington Redskins linebacker Ryan Kerrigan has been ruled out for Sunday's game at the Carolina Panthers with a concussion, bringing his career-long ironman streak to an end.

November 29, 2019

Orioles, Wizards turn to “Moneyball” tactics in bid to win championships

Forty years after statistician Bill James began to popularize advanced analytics in sports, and 16 years after the baseball book "Moneyball" entered the American consciousness, the analytical revolution has crash-landed in the Washington-Baltimore sports landscape.

November 28, 2019

Josh Norman’s demotion coincides with his return to Carolina

Josh Norman has faced the Panthers before, but Sunday marks his first game at Bank of America Stadium since his four-year stint with Carolina. A South Carolina native who appreciates his roots in the region, Norman's would-be homecoming is overshadowed by a fall from his former perch as one of the NFL's best cornerbacks.

November 28, 2019

Family of woman in drug death protest Nicholson, Redskins

Around 15 family members mourning the death of Julia Crabbe, a woman who had an apparent drug overdose while spending time at Redskins safety Montae Nicholson's home Nov. 14, held a quiet protest outside Redskin Park on Wednesday.

November 27, 2019

Travis Boyd packs production into latest opportunity with Capitals

Everywhere the organization has asked him to go -- on the Washington Capitals' fourth line, on their third line or down to the Hershey Bears -- Travis Boyd has produced.

November 27, 2019

Lamar Jackson surpasses Michael Vick as fastest quarterback in ‘Madden’ history

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has drawn comparisons to Michael Vick all season. Now he'll be considered better than Vick on one very hallowed territory: the video game realm.

November 27, 2019

Brian MacLellan wants more consistent defense; no comment on Backstrom talks

Speaking with reporters Tuesday, Washington Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan said the front office is in communication with center Nicklas Backstrom about a new contract but declined to comment further.

November 26, 2019

Marianne Stanley leaves Mystics for Indiana Fever

Marianne Stanley, who spent the decade as an assistant coach for the Washington Mystics, has been hired as the new head coach of the Indiana Fever.

November 26, 2019

Maryland rises to No. 5 in AP basketball poll

The Maryland Terrapins overtook North Carolina for No. 5 in the country by a mere two votes.

November 25, 2019

Washington Capitals want to play regular-season game in Russia or Sweden

The Washington Capitals are interested in playing a regular-season game in Russia, which would mark a first for the NHL.

November 25, 2019

NFL draft order: Redskins drop back into three-way tie

The Washington Redskins' first home win in 13 months was accompanied by a slight step backwards in the projected order of the 2020 NFL Draft.

November 25, 2019

Ryan Kerrigan leaves Redskins game with concussion, threatening ironman streak

They say the best ability you can have is availability. Washington Redskins edge rusher Ryan Kerrigan has a spotless record in that department -- but now his ironman streak is in serious jeopardy.

November 24, 2019

Dwayne Haskins misses final play while taking selfies with fans

Dwayne Haskins was so busy celebrating with fans that Case Keenum had to take the final snap of the Washington Redskins' win Sunday.

November 24, 2019

Josh Norman to be healthy scratch for Redskins vs. Lions

Cornerback Josh Norman will be inactive for the Washington Redskins Sunday against the Detroit Lions despite being healthy enough to play, 106.7 The Fan reported and ESPN confirmed.

November 24, 2019

Capitals fall to Canucks in shootout after battle of the goalies

For the second time this year, the Washington Capitals and Vancouver Canucks needed a shootout to decide their matchup. It was a high-scoring game last time in Canada, with the Capitals prevailing 6-5. Saturday was the polar opposite -- a goalie showdown, one that extended from regulation and overtime into the shootout.

November 23, 2019