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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 Redskins wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) greets fans at the end of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Redskins defeated the Dolphins 17-16. McLaurin scored two touchdowns. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Terry McLaurin becoming go-to receiver for Redskins

McLaurin's precise route running made a huge difference in the Redskins' 17-16 win Sunday over the Miami Dolphins as the 24-year-old hauled in both of Washington's touchdowns. It was another instance this season of McLaurin emerging as the Redskins' top receiver.

October 13, 2019
Washington Redskins linebacker Shaun Dion Hamilton (51) is congratulated after intercepting a pass, during the second half at an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

‘A big relief:’ Redskins take comfort with win over Dolphins despite near-collapse

It didn't matter to the Redskins that they barely hung on in a 17-16 victory over the Miami Dolphins. Yes, Ryan Fitzpatrick and the Dolphins almost stole the game, scoring a touchdown with six seconds left -- only to fail to convert a two-point attempt. And yes, they were facing the Dolphins, a team most consider to be tanking for the No.1 pick.

October 13, 2019
Miami Dolphins free safety Reshad Jones (20) tackles Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson (26)during the first half at an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

Redskins lead 7-3 at halftime over Dolphins

Entering Sunday, the Redskins' matchup against the Miami Dolphins earned many nicknames: The Ineptitude Bowl, the Toilet Bowl, The Tua Bowl all among them. So far, the game has lived up to its billing.

October 13, 2019
Chicago Bears strong safety Ha Ha Clinton-Dix (21) runs with his interception in front of Washington Redskins offensive guard Brandon Scherff (75) during the second half of an NFL football game Monday, Sept. 23, 2019, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) **FILE**

Brandon Scherff active vs. Dolphins

Redskins right guard Brandon Scherff is active for Sunday's contest against the Miami Dolphins after missing the last two games with an ankle injury.

October 13, 2019
Washington Redskins president Bruce Allen speaks to the media at an NFL football news conference, Monday, Oct. 7, 2019, in Ashburn, Va. Jay Gruden was fired as head coach of the Washington Redskins on Monday after an 0-5 start to the sixth season of a tenure that featured only one playoff appearance. Owner Daniel Snyder and team president Bruce Allen informed Gruden he was out early Monday morning, a day after a 33-7 loss to the New England Patriots.(AP Photo/Nick Wass) **FILE**

‘Fire Bruce Allen’ plane flying around Hard Rock Stadium

Hours before Sunday's kickoff against the Miami Dolphins, a plane circled Hard Rock Stadium with a banner calling for the Redskins' president's job. The Redskins are 59-89-1 in Allen's tenure and are looking for their first win of the season in Miami.

October 13, 2019
Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson talks to teammates on the bench during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Monday, Sept. 23, 2019, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) **FILE**

Adrian Peterson: Best week of practice since I’ve been with Redskins

Adrian Peterson did a double take as soon as he was asked the question. The Redskins running back slightly pulled back, with his eyebrows scrunched together, before nodding in the affirmative that yes, he was excited about Bill Callahan's pledged commitment to the run.

October 10, 2019
Washington Redskins quarterback Case Keenum warms-up before an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun) **FILE**

Case Keenum’s foot ‘better,’ paving way to start vs. Dolphins

Interim coach Bill Callahan said Wednesday the team was still deciding who will start Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins. But the coach's remarks came hours after a report indicated Case Keenum is expected to be named starter, as long as his foot injury doesn't prevent him from doing so.

October 9, 2019