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

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Washington Redskins wide receiver Robert Davis (19) celebrates his touchdown, next to Cincinnati Bengals defensive back Trayvon Henderson (41) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game Thursday, Aug. 15, 2019, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) ** FILE **

Robert Davis making strong case for roster spot

Last year, it was Cam Sims who "threw a hand grenade" into the Redskins' competition at wide receiver. But in 2019, that role appears to belong to Robert Davis, a 2017 sixth-rounder who has been one of Washington's only offensive playmakers this preseason.

August 18, 2019
Washington Redskins quarterback Colt McCoy (12) looks for a receiver during the Washington Redskins NFL football training camp in Richmond, Va., Monday, Aug. 5, 2019. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Jay Gruden on Colt McCoy: ‘We probably rushed him back’

Redskins quarterback Colt McCoy will remain out from practice until he feels '100%' comfortable with his surgically repaired right leg, coach Jay Gruden said Sunday. Gruden even floated the possibility of McCoy missing regular-season games, though added there is no timetable for the veteran's recovery.

August 18, 2019
New offensive lineman for the Washington Redskins, Donald Penn (79) talks with offensive tackle Morgan Moses (76) during NFL football training camp in Richmond, Va., Wednesday, July 31, 2019. Penn was signed Wednesday. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Redskins embrace instability along offensive line

On one hand, the Redskins should be used to having to shuffle different players upfront after injuries forced them to mix-and-match linemen over the past two seasons. But at the same time, Washington has generally enjoyed continuity at the position to begin each year.

August 15, 2019
Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield, left, and Washington Redskins quarterback Colt McCoy talk before an NFL preseason football game, Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard) ** FILE **

Colt McCoy out with leg injury vs. Bengals

The Washington Redskins held their annual walk-through and signed autographs for military families at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday, but a notable name stayed back at the team's facility in Ashburn for treatment: quarterback Colt McCoy.

August 14, 2019
Washington Redskins running backs Shaun Wilson, right, and Derrius Guice (29) run drills during NFL football training camp in Richmond, Va., Monday, Aug. 5, 2019. (AP Photo/Steve Helber) **FILE**

Derrius Guice not fully cleared for full contact

A year after tearing his ACL, running back Derrius Guice has yet to receive full clearance from the Redskins' doctors and medical staff to take full contact. Until he does, Guice won't be allowed to play in the preseason, coach Jay Gruden said Tuesday.

August 13, 2019
In this Nov. 11, 2018, file photo, Washington Redskins offensive tackle Trent Williams is shown on the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, in Tampa, Fla. Williams did not report to training camp Thursday, July 25, 2019, amid a contract dispute. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack) ** FILE **

Redskins resisting Trent Williams trade offers: report

The Washington Redskins have resisted trading left tackle Trent Williams as the left tackle continues his holdout, telling opposing teams they will not be dealing the seven-time Pro Bowler, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported.

August 13, 2019