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Matthew Paras

mparas@washingtontimes.com

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

Articles by Matthew Paras

Washington Redskins quarterback Case Keenum warms up before an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Case Keenum in no mood to reminisce ahead of Vikings matchup

Asked if it was tough to not be re-signed by Minnesota, Case Keenum said it wasn't, calling the NFL a business. He also tried to downplay the significance of facing the Vikings, noting he has played against his former teams before.

October 22, 2019
FILE - In this Nov. 4, 2018, file photo, Washington Redskins quarterback Alex Smith (11) is sacked by Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett, right, during an NFL football game in Landover, Md. The Falcons placed a franchise tag on Jarrett before the NFL deadline on Tuesday, March 5, 2019.  (AP Photo/Mark Tenally) ** FILE **

Alex Smith progressing in rehab, starting to throw

Redskins quarterback Alex Smith has begun throwing as he works his way back from the serious leg injury he suffered nearly a year ago. Interim coach Bill Callahan said Monday the 35-year-old has been "working dilligently" on his rehab.

October 21, 2019
Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson runs onto the field prior to an NFL football game against the San Fransisco 49ers, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)

Adrian Peterson undergoes MRI on ankle

Adrian Peterson underwent an MRI Monday and the Redskins are now waiting to see if the seven-time Pro Bowler will be available for Thursday's game in Minnesota.

October 21, 2019
In this Sept. 15, 2019, file photo, San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan works the sideline during the second half an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cincinnati. Almost nothing has gone wrong for Shanahan and the unbeaten 49ers, who are in position to establish themselves as the favorite in the division that the Los Angeles Rams dominated since head coach Sean McVays arrival. (AP Photo/Gary Landers, )

Kyle Shanahan throws shade at Redskins

When the San Francisco 49ers meet the Washington Redskins on Sunday, Kyle Shanahan insists it won't be personal. In a conference call with D.C. reporters, the 49ers coach noted this won't be his first time back as a visitor and that he has "moved on" with his life.

October 16, 2019
Washington Redskins linebacker Cole Holcomb (55) tackles Miami Dolphins running back Kenyan Drake (32), during the first half at an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson) ** FILE **

Redskins finally generating pressure after slow start

Landon Collins timed it perfectly. In Sunday's 17-16 win against the Miami Dolphins, the Redskins safety exploded through the gap and easily worked his way past to drag down quarterback Josh Rosen.

October 16, 2019