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Nora Princiotti is a sports writer for The Washington Times covering the Washington Redskins and the NFL. A New Englander at heart, Nora graduated cum laude from George Washington University in 2016 where she was a two-time sports editor of the school paper, The GW Hatchet, and won multiple awards from the Associated Press Sports Editors and Associated College Press. She previously interned at The Boston Globe, then spent a year there doubling as a beat writer covering the New England Patriots' run to Super Bowl 51. She can be reached at: nprinciotti@washingtontimes.com

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A Washington Redskins helmet sits on a bench during the singing of the national anthem before an NFL preseason football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Redskins fill remaining open spots on practice squad

Washington signed quarterback Alek Torgersen, replacing the depth at the position lost with Nate Sudfeld.

September 4, 2017

Washington Redskins linebacker Mason Foster (54) celebrates after a play during the second half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Landover, Md., Monday, Dec. 7, 2015. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Redskins face a good problem with inside linebacker depth

The addition of Zach Brown may have pushed Mason Foster into a more natural position.

September 4, 2017

In this file photo taken Oct. 2, 2016, Washington Redskins defensive back Su'a Cravens (36) attempts to tackle Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson (29) during the first half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally) ** FILE **

Su’a Cravens’ unusual roster exemption; what it means

Su'a Cravens was placed on the rarely used Exempt/Left Squad list Sunday. What does that mean?

September 4, 2017

Duke offensive lineman Laken Tomlinson (77) blocks Pittsburgh offensive lineman T.J. Clemmings (68) during NCAA college football practice for the Senior Bowl, Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015, at Ladd-Peebles Stadium in Mobile, Ala. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Redskins claim OL T.J. Clemmings

Washington will see if they can get more out of the athletic offensive lineman than the Vikings could.

September 3, 2017

Washington Redskins safety Su'a Cravens, center, runs with the ball during the team's NFL football rookie minicamp Saturday, May 14, 2016, in Ashburn, Va. ( AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)

Su’a Cravens’ questions of retirement stun Redskins

Redskins coach Jay Gruden spoke with players about Cravens after practice Sunday.

September 3, 2017

Washington Redskins safety Su'a Cravens, center, runs with the ball during the team's NFL football rookie minicamp Saturday, May 14, 2016, in Ashburn, Va. ( AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)

Redskins safety Su’a Cravens reportedly mulling retirement

The 22-year-old safety had decided to retire, but is reconsidering after meeting with Redskins officals according to an ESPN report.

September 3, 2017

Washington Redskins linebacker Josh Harvey-Clemons (40) celebrates after intercepting a pass by Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Sefo Liufau and returning it 41-yard for a touchdown during the fourth quarter of an NFL preseason football game Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan Ebenhack)

Redskins 53-man roster features all but one 2017 draft pick

Receiver Robert Davis, the lone cut from this year's draft class, is a good candidate for the practice squad.

September 2, 2017

Washington Redskins tight end Derek Carrier (89) spikes the ball in front of teammates after scoring a touchdown in the second half of a preseason NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Aug. 27, 2017, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Redskins trade TE Derek Carrier to Rams

Washington got a 2018 seventh-round pick in exchange.

September 2, 2017

Washington Redskins free safety Will Blackmon (41) works during practice at the team's NFL football training facility at Redskins Park, Wednesday, May 24, 2017 in Ashburn, Va. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Will Blackmon released by Redskins; move clears room for player with upside

By releasing Blackmon, a respected veteran, the Washington Redskins cleared room to keep a player like cornerback Joshua Holsey.

September 1, 2017

Washington Redskins quarterback Nate Sudfeld (2) follows the ball during practice at the team's NFL football training facility at Redskins Park in Ashburn, Va., ., Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

Five roster battles to watch in Redskins final preseason game

Third-stringer Nate Sudfeld should have the whole game to convince the Redskins to carry three quarterbacks.

August 30, 2017

Washington Redskins defensive tackle Phillip Taylor (99) is tended to after a play in the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Aug. 27, 2017, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Without Phil Taylor, Redskins’ search for nose tackle back on

Washington must weigh experience against position fit.

August 30, 2017

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) looks for a receiver in the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Aug. 27, 2017, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

The quarterback in Jay Gruden comes out when teaching route-running

The Redskins coach is a bit of a stickler.

August 29, 2017

Alabama linebacker Ryan Anderson walks off the field after the Peach Bowl NCAA college football playoff game against Washington, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in Atlanta. Alabama won 24-7. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

Ryan Anderson still isn’t up to full strength

Might Anderson miss Week 1? "We'll see," Jay Gruden said.

August 29, 2017

FILE - In this Sept. 18, 2016, file photo, Dallas Cowboys cornerback Morris Claiborne (24) breaks up a pass in the end zone intended for Washington Redskins wide receiver Josh Doctson (18) during the second half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md. After five seasons in Dallas, Claiborne is getting a fresh start with the New York Jets and focused on staying healthy and being a No. 1 cornerback for his new team. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

Josh Doctson returns to Redskins practice

Doctson is hoping to play Thursday night in Tampa, Jay Gruden said, but that doesn't mean he will.

August 29, 2017

In this May 14, 2016, file photo, Washington Redskins wide receiver Josh Doctson, 18, works out during NFL football rookie minicamp in Ashburn, Va. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File) **FILE**

Josh Doctson, Ryan Anderson at Redskins practice Tuesday

Doctson did individual drills after missing Sunday's game.

August 29, 2017

At left, in an Oct. 16, 2016, file photo, Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford looks downfield during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, in Detroit. At right, in an Oct. 2, 2016, file photo, Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins drops back to pass during an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, in Cleveland. The Redskins play the Lions Sunday at Ford Field for the first time since 2010. (AP Photo/File)

Matthew Stafford’s new contract puts Redskins offer to Kirk Cousins in context

It looked bad already, and now it looks worse.

August 29, 2017

Washington Redskins offensive line at the line scrimmage during a preseason NFL football game between the Cincinnati Bengals and Washington Redskins, Sunday, Aug. 27, 2017, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)

Here’s what stood out on tape in the Redskins third preseason game

A good start for rookie Chase Roullier, issues in the passing game, and a still-explosive Junior Galette stood out.

August 28, 2017

Washington Redskins defensive tackle Phillip Taylor (99) is tended to after a play in the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Aug. 27, 2017, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Redskins’ Phil Taylor reportedly out for season with left quad injury

Taylor was injured early in the Redskins game against the Bengals Sunday.

August 28, 2017

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins is sacked by the Cincinnati Bengals in the first half of their preseason game on Sunday. Cousins was sacked twice, both times on third down, where the Redskins converted only 4-of-13 opportunities in the 23-17 victory. (Associated Press)

Redskins take risks like they have something to prove in preseason win over Bengals

After going nowhere fast for four straight drives, after a third-straight slow start in a preseason game, Cousins was willing to risk his body.

August 27, 2017

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins, right, speaks with head coach Jay Gruden in the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Aug. 27, 2017, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)

Frustration for Cousins, Redskins is Sunday’s takeaway

They can say it's just the preseason, but there was frustration on the field Sunday.

August 27, 2017