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Nora Princiotti

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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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Washington Redskins kicker Dustin Hopkins (3) kicks the ball held by Tress Way, left, during practice at the Washington Redskins NFL training camp in Richmond, Va., Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2017. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Here’s what stood out on Day 6 of Redskins training camp

There's no timetable for Jordan Reed's return. Plus, it was special teams day.

August 2, 2017

Washington Redskins cornerback Josh Norman (24) tries to knock the ball out of the hands of Washington Redskins wide receiver Brian Quick (83) during practice at the Washington Redskins NFL training camp in Richmond, Va., Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Jay Gruden limits full-contact tackling for Redskins

"I would never forgive myself if I lost a good player or any player for that matter over a tackling drill," coach jay Gruden said.

August 2, 2017

Washington Redskin head coach, Jay Gruden watches quarterback Kirk Cousins during practice at the Washington Redskins NFL training camp in Richmond, Va., Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Here’s what stood out on Day 5 of Redskins training camp

Jordan Reed made a trip down south to see a famous doctor, for one.

August 1, 2017

Purdue's Austin Appleby (12) fumbles after being tackled by Virginia Tech's Kendall Fuller (11) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015 in West Lafayette, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Kendall Fuller ‘definitely feels better’ another year removed from knee surgery

Fuller has been an early star of Redskins training camp.

August 1, 2017

Washington Redskins running back Samaje Perine (32) takes a handoff from quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) during practice at the team's NFL football training facility at Redskins Park, Wednesday, May 24, 2017 in Ashburn, Va. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Here’s what stood out on Day 4 of Redskins training camp

A rest day for running back Rob Kelley leads to a good look at rookie Samaje Perine.

July 31, 2017

Washington Redskins linebacker Chris Carter (55) and Washington Redskins wide receiver Matt Hazel (15) walk to practice at the Washington Redskins NFL training camp in Richmond,. Va., Friday, July 28, 2017. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Chris Carter traces NFL career back to Marine Corps boot camp

If Chris Carter becomes part of the rotation at outside linebacker, he'll credit pushups at Camp Pendleton.

July 31, 2017

Washington Redskins running back Keith Marshall (39) walks off the field with trainers against the Chicago Bears during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Redskins RB Keith Marshall having surgery Tuesday for torn patellar tendon

Washington signed Kenny Hilliard to take Marshall's place in training camp.

July 31, 2017

USC linebacker Su'A Cravens runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Su’a Cravens is the Internet’s self-appointed defender of LeBron James

Don't be "saltbae."

July 31, 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: If safeties are dogs and LBs wolves, what’s he?

Cravens is happy to be back at safety and, even though they love his many talents, the Redskins want to find him a more clearly-defined role.

July 30, 2017

Washington Redskins running back Keith Marshall (39) warms up before the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Thursday, Aug. 11, 2016, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Report: Keith Marshall will miss season with torn patellar tendon

The speedy running back will miss a second-straight year after falling awkwardly during Friday's practice.

July 30, 2017

Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruen, right, talks with inside linebacker Will Compton (51) during practice at NFL football training camp in Richmond, Va., Friday, July 28, 2017. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Here’s what stood out on Day 3 of Redskins training camp

Everyone was happy to put pads on, an unfortunate turn of events for Keith Marshall and a lame comeback from Kirk Cousins.

July 30, 2017

Washington Redskins defensive coordinator, Greg Manusky, left, talks wth defensive tackle Phillip Taylor (99) and defensive end Jonathan Allen (95) during practice at the Washington Redskins NFL training camp in Richmond,. Va., Friday, July 28, 2017. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Three things we learned at Day Two of Redskins training camp

A player with much to prove is starting to do so.

July 28, 2017

Washington Redskin head coach, Jay Gruden, left, jokes with corner back Josh Norman, right, as the arrive at the start of the Washington Redskins NFL training camp in Richmond,. Va., Thursday, July 27, 2017. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Josh Norman says Odell Beckham Jr. beef is in the past

Also, he's never been on a team with this many players named Josh.

July 28, 2017

Washington Redskins cornerback Bashaud Breeland (26) breaks up a pass intended for wide receiver Josh Doctson (18) during NFL football training camp in Richmond,. Va., Thursday, July 27, 2017. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Four takeaways from day one of Redskins training camp

A two-interception day for Kendall Fuller and some JUGS work for the center.

July 27, 2017

Washington Redskins' Jordan Reed (86) runs the ball gaining yardage after catching a pass in the first half of an NFL football game as Dallas Cowboys' Justin Durant gives chase, Thursday, Nov. 24, 2016, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)

Jordan Reed expected back in “about a week,” Jay Gruden says

The Redskins star tight end has had a sore toe for about two weeks.

July 27, 2017

FILE - In this June 14, 2017, file photo, Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) looks to pass during NFL football practice, in Ashburn, Va. With the deadline for a long-term deal with Kirk Cousins looming, Eric Schaffer, the team's "chief negotiator"is arguably the most important person in the Redskins' front office. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)

Kirk Cousins ‘in a good place’ starting training camp on one-year contract

His long-term future is uncertain, but his place within the Redskins offense is secure.

July 27, 2017

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) looks to pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2016, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Kirk Cousins ran into Terrelle Pryor Sr. at a Cleveland rest stop last summer

This actually happened.

July 27, 2017

Washington Redskins tight end Jordan Reed (86) breaks a tackle attempt by New York Giants cornerback Janoris Jenkins (20) during the first half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) **FILE**

Jordan Reed an unexpected addition to PUP list

Four Redskins are on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list at the start of training camp, including tight end Jordan Reed.

July 26, 2017

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) looks on during an NFL football team practice, Wednesday, June 14, 2017, in Ashburn, Va. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Jay Gruden cracks joke about ‘Kurt’ Cousins, not worried about contract

It was pretty solid.

July 26, 2017

Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden gestures during a news conference at the start of NFL football training camp in Richmond,. Va., Wednesday, July 26, 2017. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Jay Gruden will use unscripted practices to prepare for calling plays

The Redskins will start out with scripted sessions during training camp, then move to mostly unscripted work that will help Gruden get ready.

July 26, 2017