Matthew Paras

Brandon Scherff likely in line for major payday after All-Pro season

Before leaving the locker room following Washington'ss playoff loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Morgan Moses had a brief exchange with Brandon Scherff. The right tackle told Scherff that the defeat wasn't the last game they played together. But Scherff, a pending free agent, couldn't answer with the same certainty.

Wizards off to a nightmare start with record, injuries and coronavirus outbreak

The Washington Wizards, like many teams around the NBA, are struggling to combat the virus. So far, two games have been postponed because Washington hasn't had enough players to play due to contact tracing protocols. And on Thursday, a third Wizards player tested positive for COVID-19.

Washington’s defense lived up to hype. Chase Young thinks unit can be ‘scary for years to come’

Jonathan Allen didn't want to hear about expectations. This was back in training camp, and Washington's defense was once again being touted as potentially one of the best units in football.

Wizards have third player test positive for coronavirus

A third Washington Wizards player tested positive for the coronavirus Thursday, ESPN reported.

Eagles request to interview Cowboys’ Kellen Moore for coaching vacancy

The Philadelphia Eagles requested to interview Dallas Cowboys offensive coordinator Kellen Moore for their head coaching vacancy, according to multiple reports.

Ron Rivera ‘made a mistake’ at quarterback. He’ll have to get the position right next season

Washington, once again, faces a familiar problem of having to determine who will be its franchise quarterback. Finding the right player for 2021 and beyond is particularly important for this set of circumstances as Washington's promising core could be further elevated with elite -- or even above-average -- production from under center. Washington's window to compete has opened and the team only has a few years before its foundational players like Terry McLaurin and Chase Young have to be paid.

James Harden: ‘Crazy’ Rockets situation ‘can’t be fixed’

James Harden is seemingly doing everything he can to force a trade. That includes trashing his current team in post-game interviews.

Washington’s general manager search beginning to take shape

Coach Ron Rivera said Sunday he would inform owner Dan Snyder whether he wanted to hire a general manager. Now, days after that comment, Washington's search for a lead executive is beginning to take shape.

Ryan Kerrigan braces for Washington goodbye: ‘I definitely want to be a starter again’

Just before Ryan Kerrigan finished soaking in FedEx Field after Saturday's playoff loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the 32-year-old pass rusher paused to wave to the workers in the stands.

Eagles fire Doug Pederson

The Philadelphia Eagles fired Pederson on Monday, just three years after the coach helped win a Super Bowl with the franchise. Pederson's exit comes after a tumultuous season in which the Eagles finished 4-11-1.

Russell Westbrook to miss another week with quad injury

Washington Wizards guard Russell Westbrook will miss the next week with a quad injury, the team announced Monday.

Dwayne Haskins to visit Carolina Panthers on Monday

Former Washington quarterback Dwayne Haskins will reportedly meet with the Carolina Panthers on Monday -- marking his first visit to another NFL team since he was released last month.

Mike Tomlin, Mike Vrabel face backlash for punting on fourth-and-short

Ron Rivera and a gutsy, gritty Year 1 in Washington

Sometime between Sunday evening and Monday, Washington coach Ron Rivera planned to meet with owner Dan Snyder to discuss the next steps for the franchise. Among the pressing items on the agenda was for the two to address the quarterback position and the team's general manager vacancy, Rivera said.

Alex Smith to take time before deciding future: ‘Really difficult’ to miss playoff game

Alex Smith understood the rationale. After coach Ron Rivera informed the quarterback he would be unable to play in Saturday's 31-23 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers due to a calf injury, Smith said he knew he wouldn't have had the mobility necessary to extend plays like backup Taylor Heinicke did against Tampa Bay's blitz-heavy pass rush.

Washington sees bright future after loss to Tom Brady, Buccaneers

Heinicke might not be the long term solution at quarterback for Washington, but Saturday's effort was a reminder of how much progress the rest of Washington's roster made throughout a turbulent 2020 season. They go into the 2021 offseason with something that's been rare for the burgundy and gold in recent years: Hope.

Taylor Heinicke’s rally falls short as Washington loses to Tampa Bay

As Tampa Bay lined up to kickoff almost midway through the fourth quarter, Taylor Heinicke sprinted out of the locker room to rejoin his team. Washington's season and playoff hopes had come down to him, and so despite a shoulder injury minutes earlier, Heinicke just had to be out there.

Taylor Heinicke to start against Buccaneers as Alex Smith out with calf injury

Alex Smith will miss Saturday's playoff game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a calf injury -- meaning Taylor Heinicke will start for Washington at quarterback, a source with knowledge of the situation confirmed.

Taylor Heinicke gets ‘bulk of reps’ as Alex Smith questionable for playoffs

As long as Alex Smith receives medical clearance, the 36-year-old will be the starter. But Washington wants Taylor Heinicke to be seriously prepared to play in case Smith can't.

Washington’s playoff game helps restore standing in District

So much has changed for Washington's NFL team in the past year -- new nickname, new coaches, new executives -- that Saturday night's wild-card game at FedEx Field can sometimes feel like the club's first-ever trip to the playoffs.