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Matthew Paras

mparas@washingtontimes.com

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

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield runs off the field after an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Thursday, Sept. 20, 2018, in Cleveland. The Browns won 21-17. (AP Photo/David Richard) **FILE**

NFL teams content with ditching initial plans to start rookie QBs

The Browns' Baker Mayfield, the Jets' Sam Darnold, Buffalo's Josh Allen and Arizona's Josh Rosen will start Sunday for their respective teams -- making the Ravens' Lamar Jackson the only first-round rookie quarterback to ride the bench in this year's class.

September 27, 2018
Washington Wizards guard John Wall poses for a photo during an NBA basketball media day, Monday, Sept. 24, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Wizards want to push the pace for upcoming season

John Wall has a new look these days. His hair is braided. His beard is shaggier. But the Wizards hope the point guard's appearance isn't the only thing that has changed for this upcoming season.

September 26, 2018
Washington Capitals goalie Braden Holtby (70) takes a drink during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Detroit Red Wings, Friday, Nov. 18, 2016, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Capitals introduce throwback alternates

For 12 games, the Washington Capitals will wear a new alternate jersey, which closely resembles the team's home jersey worn from 1974-1995.

September 24, 2018
Washington Redskins wide receiver Paul Richardson (10) celebrates his touchdown with quarterback Alex Smith (11) and running back Adrian Peterson (26) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Redskins dominate Packers 31-17 in upset

Quarterback Alex Smith threw for 220 yards Sunday, Peterson ran for 120 more and the defense held the Packers to a season-low in points. They now go into a Week 4 bye with a 2-1 record.

September 23, 2018
Washington Redskins wide receiver Maurice Harris (13) grabs a pass over New York Jets defensive back Terrence Brooks (23) during the New York Jets Washington Redskins NFL football training camp in Richmond, Va., Monday, Aug. 13, 2018. (AP Photo/Steve Helber) ** FILE **

Maurice Harris, Kapri Bibbs active vs. Packers

Wide receiver Maurice Harris will make his season debut Sunday against the Green Bay Packers, while running back Kapri Bibbs will be the team's third-string running back a day after the Redskins promoted him to the 53-man roster from the practice squad.

September 23, 2018
Washington Redskins offensive guard Shawn Lauvao (77) and center Chase Roullier (73) stand in the tunnel prior to an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally) ** FILE **

Shawn Lauvao out vs. Packers

Washington Redskins guard Shawn Lauvao will miss Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers with a calf injury, coach Jay Gruden said Friday.

September 21, 2018
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz speaks with members of the media during NFL football training camp Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Carson Wentz ready to pick up from where he left off

Carson Wentz is days away from playing in his first football game since tearing his ACL last December, with the Philadelphia Eagles quarterback set to start Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts.

September 20, 2018