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

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Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) leaves the field after an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Landover, Md., Sunday, Dec 24, 2017. The Redskins defeated the Broncos 27-11. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Redskins’ All-Decade team for 2010s

Redskins fans weren't surprised this week when Adrian Peterson was the franchise's only player to be named to the NFL's All-Decade team. They saw, firsthand, what the last 10 years were like.

April 8, 2020
Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) dribbles the ball during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Miami Heat, Sunday, March 8, 2020, in Washington. The Heat won 100-89. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) ** FILE **

Bradley Beal donates $100,000 to St. Louis food banks

Wizards star Bradley Beal donated $100,000 to St. Louis-area food banks amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to a representative from Priority Sports, the agency that represents the two-time All-Star.

April 8, 2020
Washington Redskins cornerback Quinton Dunbar (23) gestures during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) ** FILE **

Ron Rivera: Redskins received ‘fair value’ in Quinton Dubar trade

After the Washington Redskins traded Quinton Dunbar last month to the Seattle Seahawks, they faced criticism from experts for the lack of compensation. The Seahawks sent a fifth-rounder (pick 162) in this year's draft in exchange for the starting cornerback -- a lower selection than what Washington gave up for quarterback Kyle Allen (pick 148).

April 8, 2020
FILE - In this Dec. 15, 2019, file photo, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper (19) pulls down a reception over Washington Redskins cornerback Jimmy Moreland (32) to help set up a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas. A person with knowledge of the deal says the Cowboys and top receiver Cooper have agreed on a long-term contract. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins, File)

Redskins in Amari Cooper chase to ‘very end’

Speaking to reporters for the first time since their pursuit of Amari Cooper, new Redskins coach Ron Rivera confirmed his team had offered the wideout a 'substantial amount of money' to poach him from their division rival.

April 7, 2020
Washington Redskins head coach Ron Rivera speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

Ron Rivera doesn’t sound interested in trading back

On a "Zoom" call with reporters Tuesday, Rivera said he has an idea "in the back my mind" of what the Redskins will do with the second overall pick when the NFL draft begins in just a few weeks. The 58-year-old provided a caveat that there's still much to think about, but Rivera sounded like he knew which way the Redskins were leaning.

April 7, 2020
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announces that the Washington Redskins selected Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins during the first round at the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 25, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey) **FILE**

Redskins to host virtual draft party

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Redskins announced they'll host a virtual party for the draft later this month, with the celebration set for Saturday, April 25. The event will feature virtual appearances from coach Ron Rivera, executive Kyle Smith and Dwayne Haskins.

April 6, 2020
Emily Blunt and John Krasinski attend the world premiere of Paramount Pictures' "A Quiet Place Part II" at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Frederick P. Rose Hall on Sunday, March 8, 2020, in New York. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP)

John Krasinski surprises girl with touching ‘Hamilton’ reunion

Actor John Krasinski told Aubrey, a 9-year-old girl who was supposed to see "Hamilton" for her birthday before it was canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, that he would fly her and her mom to New York to see the musical on Broadway once social distancing is over. Then he surprised her even further.

April 6, 2020
Washington Redskins running back Derrius Guice (29) in action against the Carolina Panthers during an NFL game at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. (Chris Keane/AP Images for Panini) ** FILE **

Derrius Guice faces lawsuit from former agent

A former agent for Derrius Guice filed a lawsuit against the Redskins running back and his current representation, claiming he was never repaid for loans and is owed a commission for endorsement and marketing deals arranged for his former client .

April 2, 2020
FILE - In this Sept. 29, 2019, file photo, Washington Redskins' Josh Norman is shown on the sidelines during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants in East Rutherford, N.J. Two people with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press that veteran cornerback Josh Norman has agreed to sign a one-year contract with the Buffalo Bills.The people spoke to The AP on Monday, March 9, 2020, on the condition of anonymity because the signing has not been announced.(AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)

Brandon Beane, Bills GM, says Redskins’ scheme didn’t play to Josh Norman’s strengths

With the Carolina Panthers, Norman was an All-Pro player, but in his four seasons with Washington, the cornerback never reached those same heights. Experts and fans debated whether Norman's struggles had to do with Washington's scheme. Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane, who signed Norman to a one-year, $6 million deal last month, made his thoughts clear on the subject.

April 2, 2020
In this Thursday, Jan. 5, 2017 file photo, Joe Buck speaks during the "Undeniable with Joe Buck and Fear(less) with Tim Ferriss" panel at the Direct TV portion of the 2017 Winter Television Critics Association press tour in Pasadena, Calif. Thursday night football is here to stay, even if it's gone for the rest of 2018. In past years, some make that many would have said "good riddance." That would be misguided this year. First off, Fox's presentation generally was strong and on target. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP) **FILE**

Joe Buck asks people to stop sending him sex tapes

Throughout this period of social distancing, Joe Buck has made a fun habit of commentating on everyday tasks. The Fox Sports announcer solicits videos from people and then provides play-by-play of the short clip. Now, it's taken a turn.

April 2, 2020