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

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Washington Redskins quarterbacks, left to right, Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7), Colt McCoy (12), Josh Woodrum (6) and Case Keenum (8) run drills during NFL football training camp, Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019 in Richmond, Va. (Mark Gormus/Richmond Times-Dispatch via AP) ** FILE **

Redskins quarterback race still tight as team breaks from Richmond

After three weeks, the Washington Redskins wrapped up their Richmond portion of training camp and will now head to Ashburn as they prepare for the final three preseason games. In the meantime, coach Jay Gruden is still no closer to deciding a starting quarterback.

August 11, 2019
Sonny Jurgensen and Billy Kilmer (above right) were so popular in Washington in the 1970s that even the president wanted to hobnob with them. Kilmer is shown targeting Hall of Famer Charley Taylor in Super Bowl VII on Jan. 14 1973. The 14-7 loss to Miami capped the Dolphins’ 17-0 season. (Associated Press) ** FILE **

Redskins fans react to Sonny Jurgensen’s surprise retirement

After former Redskins quarterback Sonny Jurgensen announced his retirement from broadcasting prior to Thursday's preseason game against the Cleveland Browns, it didn't take long for people to congratulate the Hall of Famer on a successful career.

August 9, 2019
Washington Redskins quarterback Dwayne Haskins Jr. (7) tosses a pass during the Washington Redskins NFL football training camp in Richmond, Va., Monday, Aug. 5, 2019. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Dwayne Haskins excited for preseason debut

Columbus, Ohio, is roughly 144 miles to Cleveland, or approximately a two-hour-and-11-minute trip. That's just short enough to where rabid Ohio State fans will make the trek up I-71 to see their former record-setting quarterback make his NFL preseason debut.

August 7, 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)

Colt McCoy no longer overlooked in Redskins quarterback battle

If there's a reason to take McCoy seriously in the Redskins' quarterback competition, it shouldn't be because he was listed as the first-team quarterback on the team's depth chart earlier this week -- an order that meant "nothing," according to Gruden. Instead, look at his experience.

August 6, 2019
Washington Redskins strong safety Landon Collins (20) and cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (45) talk during the Redskins NFL football training camp in Richmond, Va., Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019. (AP Photo/Steve Helber) **FILE**

Landon Collins already making presence felt with Redskins

When the 25-year-old arrived in Ashburn in March, Collins understood the expectations of his new situation. The Redskins needed leadership, and Collins was willing to provide it -- to the point where he wanted to wear the late Sean Taylor's "No. 21." He knew the burden it would come with, telling reporters he welcomed the pressure.

August 5, 2019
Washington Redskins quarterbacks Colt McCoy (12), Case Keenum (8) and Dwayne Haskins Jr., (7) run drills during NFL football training camp in Richmond, Va., Friday, July 26, 2019. (AP Photo/Steve Helber) ** FILE **

Case Keenum, Dwayne Haskins overcoming limited reps

Through training camp, Keenum has split playing time with Colt McCoy and rookie Dwayne Haskins -- making it difficult for each quarterback to establish a rhythm in practice. Keenum will get a series of throws before another signal-caller replaces him.

August 5, 2019