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Rich Campbell was a staff writer for The Washington Times.

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Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III lies injured on the field Sunday during the fourth quarter after a game-ending knee injury in the loss to Seattle. (Preston Keres/Special to The Washington Times)

RG3 has ACL surgery to repair knee; season opener in question

Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III on Wednesday morning had surgery to reconstruct the ACL and repair the lateral collateral ligament in his right knee, a procedure that could jeopardize his availability for the start of the 2013 season.

January 9, 2013
Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III limps back to the huddle after being hit while throwing in the first quarter of the Redskins' 24-14 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in an NFC wild card game at FedEx Field in Landover, Md., on Jan. 6, 2013. (Andrew Harnik/The Washington Times)

Reports: RG3 to undergo knee surgery this week

Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III reportedly will have surgery later this week to repair a torn lateral collateral ligament in his right knee and to determine whether the ACL in that knee is damaged, according to multiple national outlets.

January 8, 2013
** FILE ** In this Aug. 25, 2012, file photo, Washington Redskins linebacker Lorenzo Alexander reacts during the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Landover, Md. Six years, eight positions and plenty of ups and downs later, Alexander now is a co-captain of the resurgent Redskins, and was voted to the Pro Bowl as the NFC's special teams player (AP Photo/Richard Lipski, File)

Redskins’ expiring contracts become focus ahead of roster moves

While coach Mike Shanahan and the Washington Redskins' coaching staff squirm over the status of quarterback Robert Griffin III's right knee, they turn their attention this week to improving the quality of a roster that entered the offseason with the unfamiliar title of NFC East champions.

January 8, 2013
Washington's Robert Griffin III was knocked out of Sunday's playoff loss after his right leg got stuck in the turf when he tried to handle a bad snap. An MRI on his injured knee Monday was inconclusive, so the quarterback is scheduled to meet with Dr. James Andrews on Tuesday to help clarify his status. (Andrew Harnik/The Washington Times)

No shortage of fear, anxiety surrounding RG3’s prognosis

The Washington Redskins' 2013 offseason could have been a relatively tranquil period by the franchise's standards. They seemed positioned to build on their NFC East division championship without the drama or tumult that has tainted past years. Instead, their offseason began Monday with maximum anxiety regarding the status of quarterback Robert Griffin III's right knee.

January 7, 2013
Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III falls after twisting his knee while reaching for a loose ball during the second half of an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Decisions questioned as historic season ends with Redskins’ Griffin on bench

Robert Griffin III exhaled deeply and saluted the crowd as he walked off the field in the fourth quarter Sunday night. His sprained right knee, aggravated in the first quarter, finally gave out. It gruesomely buckled, brace be damned, when he tried to pick up a low shotgun snap. Fans cheered their hero as he exited the stage, knowing they’d have to wait through the offseason to watch him work his magic again.

January 6, 2013
** FILE ** Washington Redskins guard Josh LeRibeus (67) blocks for quarterback Jonathan Crompton during fourth-quarter action. (Preston Keres/Special to The Washington Times)

LG Josh LeRibeus ready to join Redskins Year of the Rookie

There's likely to be an addition to the Washington Redskins' Year of the Rookie on Sunday. Third-round rookie left guard Josh LeRibeus is positioned to make his first career start in Washington's wild card round game against the Seattle Seahawks because first-stringer Kory Lichtensteiger missed practice all week with a sprained left ankle.

January 4, 2013
Washington Redskins linebacker Lorenzo Alexander (97) celebrates after forcing a three and out against the Baltimore Ravens in the second half at FedEx Field in Landover Md., on Sunday, December 9, 2012. Washington Redskins won 31 to 28. (Craig Bisacre/The Washington Times)

Jim Haslett’s defense unwavering

A slight smile finally brightened Jim Haslett's hardened countenance after midnight Monday morning. His wife, Beth, and daughter, Kelsey, walked alongside him up the ramp that leads from the Washington Redskins' locker room out of FedEx Field.

January 3, 2013
Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III was sacked by linebacker Anthony Spencer for a 13-yard loss (below) and was able to fend off safety Eric Frampton (shown) on a 17-yard gain during Sunday night’s win over Dallas. Griffin’s agility has been limited by a brace since he sprained a knee ligament Dec. 9. (Andrew Harnik/The Washington Times)

RG3 deals with limitations of wearing brace

Robert Griffin III stood behind the end zone inside the Washington Redskins' indoor practice facility Wednesday morning, pulled up his right pants leg and fiddled with that darned brace on his right knee.

January 2, 2013
Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III, left, and offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan, right, before an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Cleveland, Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)

Kyle Shanahan off limits until Redskins’ season is over

As seven NFL head coaches lost their jobs Monday, Washington Redskins coach Mike Shanahan implied offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan, his son, wouldn't agree to interview requests until after Washington's playoff run ends.

December 31, 2012
Washington Redskins outside linebacker Rob Jackson (50), center, celebrates as Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) is sacked by Washington Redskins inside linebacker London Fletcher (59), right, in the first quarter at FedEx Field, Landover, Md., Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012. (Andrew Harnik/The Washington Times)

Defense key to Redskins’ revival, NFC East title

When the final seconds ticked off the clock Sunday night and the Washington Redskins had vanquished their rival to complete one of the greatest turnarounds in NFL history, Reed Doughty sprinted onto the field. He jumped and pumped his fist and thrust his helmet into the air.

December 31, 2012
Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) reacts as running back Alfred Morris (46) heads for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)

Redskins beat Cowboys, win NFC East title

The Washington Redskins are going to the playoffs. As unbelievable as that possibility seemed two months ago, they punched their ticket Sunday night by beating the Dallas Cowboys 28-18 to win the NFC East.

December 30, 2012
Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III can add to his growing list of accomplishments by winning the NFC East title. (Craig Bisacre/The Washington Times)

RG3 showing grace under pressure for Redskins

The quarterback position is the most exalted in American sports. No other attracts such attention, scrutiny and adulation. It's a function of football's popularity and the nature of the game. The quarterback handles the ball on every play. His decision-making and execution directly correlate to his team's success.

December 26, 2012