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Matthew Paras

mparas@washingtontimes.com

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

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In this photo taken May 24, 2017, Washington Redskins linebacker Junior Galette (58) works during practice at the team's NFL football training facility at Redskins Park in Ashburn, Va. Galette worked to get back from tearing his left Achilles tendon and then his right, but now another problem is keeping him off the field. The linebacker has been bothered by a hamstring injury during training camp and missed the Washington Redskins’ first two preseason games. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) **FILE**

Junior Galette to visit Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks will host Junior Galette Tuesday, a day after the pass rusher visited the Los Angeles Rams.

August 21, 2018
In this Nov. 9, 2017, file photo Arizona Cardinals running back Adrian Peterson (23) watches at the sideline during an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Glendale, Ariz. The Washington Redskins have signed Peterson. The team announced the deal Monday, Aug. 20, 2018, after meeting with him. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, file)

Redskins get Adrian Peterson for cheap

Since being drafted in 2007, running back Adrian Peterson has earned $97.7 million in salary from his NFL career. But at this stage of Peterson's career, the money isn't what it once was for the 33-year-old.

August 21, 2018
New Arizona Cardinals running back Adrian Peterson answers a question about being traded to the Cardinals during an NFL football news conference at the team's training facility Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Adrian Peterson signs Redskins’ 1-year offer

In his prime, Adrian Peterson was an undeniable force -- so much so that the former Minnesota Vikings running back is the only non-quarterback in the last 11 seasons to have been awarded the NFL's Most Valuable Player.

August 20, 2018
In this Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017, file photo, Arizona Cardinals running back Adrian Peterson (23) runs against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif. Adrian Peterson was placed on injured reserve Friday, Dec. 15, 2017 because of a neck injury, ending the running back's season after only six games with the Arizona Cardinals. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) ** FILE **

Trent Williams vouches for Adrian Peterson

When Trent Williams checked his cell phone after the Redskins' preseason loss to the New England Patriots, the left tackle noticed he had received a text message from friend and running back Adrian Peterson.

August 19, 2018
New York Jets linebacker Jordan Jenkins (48) hits Washington Redskins quarterback Alex Smith (11) during the first half of a preseason NFL football game, Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018, in Landover, Md. Jenkins was penalized for roughing the passer on the play. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Alex Smith solid in long-awaited Redskins debut

Alex Smith got up from the ground and smiled. On his very first play in a Redskins uniform, the 34-year-old quarterback was just slammed to the FedEx Field grass -- brought down by New York Jets linebacker Jordan Jenkins.

August 16, 2018