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Matthew Paras

mparas@washingtontimes.com

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

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Washington Redskins' Josh Norman and Philadelphia Eagles' Carson Wentz meet after an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 3, 2018, in Philadelphia. Philadelphia won 28-13. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Redskins defense in free fall again after Eagles loss

The Redskins' defense has looked far removed from a unit capable of carrying the team to victories, as was the case earlier in the season. Rather, Washington gave up another 438 yards Monday in a 28-13 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

December 4, 2018
Washington Redskins' Mark Sanchez during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Monday, Dec. 3, 2018, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Eagles top Redskins on night when nothing goes right

When the Washington Redskins signed Mark Sanchez last month, they hoped the quarterback would never have to play. The team was comfortable with backup Colt McCoy taking over for Alex Smith, who suffered a season-ending leg injury. The Redskins, though, didn't have a choice Monday.

December 3, 2018
Washington Redskins quarterback Colt McCoy looks for a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Monday, Dec. 3, 2018, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)

Colt McCoy out with broken leg

Colt McCoy fractured his right fibula in Monday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles, according to ESPN's Lisa Salters.

December 3, 2018
Washington Wizards center Dwight Howard looks at the scoreboard during the first half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Al Drago) ** FILE **

Wizards search for rebounding answers without Dwight Howard

The news last week that Dwight Howard would miss 2-3 months after undergoing back surgery wasn't shattering to the Washington Wizards. After all, the team had already spent plenty of time this year without their marquee free agent. But Howard's extended absence does present challenges for the Wizards.

December 3, 2018
Philadelphia Eagles' Nick Foles holds up the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the NFL Super Bowl 52 football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018, in Minneapolis. The Eagles won 41-33. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) **FILE**

Redskins can learn from Eagles on how to win with backup quarterback

With the Redskins still seeking their first win with Colt McCoy in place of an injured Alex Smith, the team's next opponent, the Eagles, is perhaps the best -- or at least most recent -- example of how to succeed when replacing an injured starting quarterback.

November 29, 2018