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Matthew Paras

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Matthew Paras was a digital sports writer for the Washington Times.

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Washington Wizards forward Rui Hachimura, left, of Japan, guard Bradley Beal, center, and guard John Wall, right, watch from the bench during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Utah Jazz, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2020, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

John Wall confirms he’s out this season, even if NBA resumes

When the NBA suspended its season amid the coronavirus outbreak, some fans wondered about the unintentional impacts of the delay. For example, would players that were previously ruled out the entire season -- like Brooklyn's Kevin Durant or Golden State's Klay Thompson -- be able to return from injury? John Wall addressed his own status.

April 16, 2020
A group of football fans cheer for the DC Defenders of the XFL in the league's inaugural game between the Defenders and the Seattle Dragons at Audi Field in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020. (Photo by All-Pro Reels / Joe Glorioso)

XFL shutdown disappointing outcome for those who took leap of faith

The XFL filed for bankruptcy this week, citing the "harsh economic impacts and uncertainties" due to the coronavirus pandemic, foreclosing on the dreams of hundreds of players, coaches, executives and others looking to get in on the ground floor of Vince McMahon's grand vision.

April 16, 2020
Rapper Wale speaks on a Redskins program during afternoon practice at the Washington Redskins training camp at Redskins Park, Ashburn, Va., Washington, D.C., Monday, July 30, 2012. (Andrew Harnik/The Washington Times)  **FILE**

Wale to host Redskins virtual draft party

Musical artist Wale will host the Redskins' virtual draft party next week when the team holds the event on Saturday, April 26. Washington had previously announced its plans to host a draft party with special appearances by coach Ron Rivera, executive Kyle Smith and quarterback Dwayne Haskins.

April 15, 2020
FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. reacts before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, in Cleveland. A misdemeanor simple battery warrant has been issued for Cleveland Browns wide receiver and former LSU star Odell Beckham Jr., police in New Orleans said Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020. The warrant comes as video posted on social media appears to show Beckham swatting a security officer's buttocks during LSU's locker room victory celebration after Monday night's college national championship game in the Superdome. (AP Photo/David Richard) ** FILE **

Vikings, Browns discussing Odell Beckham Jr. trade

Could Odell Beckham be on the move again? That's the intriguing rumor as the Minnesota Vikings are in trade discussions with the Cleveland Browns over the star wide receiver, according to WFAN's Marc Maulsis.

April 15, 2020
Washington Redskins quarterback Dwayne Haskins (7) throws a pass during an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally) ** FILE **

NFL, NFLPA reach agreement to host virtual offseason program

The NFL and the players union reached an agreement Monday to conduct a voluntary virtual offseason, starting as soon as next Monday, according to multiple reports. That means that -- even though players and teams can't meet in person due to the coronavirus pandemic -- teams can be in contact with their players and begin distributing offseason materials, if they choose.

April 13, 2020
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Chris Paul (3) drives around San Antonio Spurs guard Bryn Forbes, rear, in the second half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Feb. 23, 2020, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki) ** FILE **

NBA, ESPN panned for HORSE competition

The NBA and ESPN tried to fill the void of no live sports with a HORSE tournament. It was a fun idea on paper: NBA, WNBA and former basketball stars would compete from their homes and come up with trick shots the average person couldn't do.

April 13, 2020
Washington Redskins vice president of player personnel Kyle Smith speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)  **FILE**

Redskins can solve these needs in this mock draft

The Washington Redskins aren't usually a team that garners compliments. It's hard to find praise for owner Dan Snyder and their history of hastily-made decisions has, at times, made them the laughing stock of the NFL. But something curious has happened in the past few years when it comes to the NFL draft: The Redskins have received positive reviews.

April 12, 2020