Todd Dybas

Virginia’s Justin Anderson believes transition to NBA will not be difficult

Anderson, who left Virginia after his junior season, has the perimeter shooting, defensive ability and larger frame that teams have come to covet, making his draft slot next week indeterminable.

June 18, 2015

Demanding Bill Callahan focused on reshaping Redskins’ offensive line

Callahan, hired by the Redskins this offseason after overseeing the Cowboys' league-best running game, is motivated to produce the team's next great offensive line.

June 17, 2015

The Conversation: Mystics’ Kara Lawson on being home, broadcasting and the WNBA

Lawson, an Alexandria native, spoke about her second season with the Mystics, the difficulties associated with also pursuing a career in broadcasting and changes she'd like to see made to the WNBA.

June 17, 2015

Robert Griffin III going through his progressions better, Jay Gruden says

Following the first sweltering day of the Redskins' mandatory veteran minicamp at Redskins Park, Griffin was summoned to the side by fans for photos and signatures. More will be expected of him this coming season.

June 16, 2015

Arkansas forward Bobby Portis could be a fit for Wizards as young ‘stretch four’

If Portis, the SEC player of the year last season, could develop a consistent perimeter game, he could be a player the Wizards could consider in next week's draft to complement their aging cast of forwards.

June 15, 2015

Sean McVay surrounded by veteran Redskins assistants

When Redskins offensive coordinator McVay responds to a question, he sounds like he knew what was going to be asked. Answers are rapid and clear. In more than seven minutes with reporters last week, McVay said "um" once. That pause only popped loose when he was asked about how rookie wide receiver Jamison Crowder was handling domestic violence accusations.

June 14, 2015

Larry Collmus on calling American Pharoah’s Triple Crown victory

The Washington Times talked with Collmus about preparing for such a moment, his journey from Maryland's small tracks -- starting in 1985 at Bowie Race Track -- and how he feels to be involved in such an historical moment.

June 10, 2015

Redskins choose not to comment on Jamison Crowder

Washington Redskins wide receiver Jamison Crowder was escorted off the practice field by an organization representative and did not speak to the media Tuesday after practice. Crowder was accused last week of domestic violence by a woman who posted pictures on his Instagram account, followed by a note that said Crowder had inflicted the bruises and swollen lip in the photos as well as verbally abused the woman.

June 9, 2015

Full redo mode for Redskins safeties

Shame isn't only available during the regular season. It's an option under the white practice bubble at Redskins Park in the second week of June. Cameras may be off, but teammates and coaches are watching. When 311-pound offensive guard Spencer Long catches a touchdown in front of you during a fake field goal, they notice. Afterward, following a defender's "fat-guy-touchdown" protocol is key. First, deflect as if not understanding the question. Second, turn to the side to stifle laughter. Third, pass the blame.

June 9, 2015

Maryland Terrapins’ first year in Big Ten a resounding success

Grumbling came in when tradition went out. The University of Maryland was uprooting itself from the Atlantic Coast Conference to join middle America in the Big Ten. No more conference games against Duke or North Carolina. It was off to "The Big House" for Saturday afternoon football and Assembly Hall to face the ghosts of Bobby Knight.

June 8, 2015

Jamison Crowder, Redskins rookie, allegedly involved in domestic incident

Five photographs were apparently posted on the Instagram account of Crowder, drafted by the Redskins in May out of Duke, and the Redskins and the NFL have said they are both aware of a situation involving the wide receiver.

June 4, 2015

DeSean Jackson returns to Redskins Park: ‘I live my life to do what I need to do’

The only player missing from all three days of the Redskins' team workouts last week, Jackson reiterated that his absence from the voluntary sessions was scheduled in advance and did not apologize for being away.

June 3, 2015

Trent Williams, Jordan Reed hope to recover from injuries by start of training camp

Williams is still recovering from a high left ankle sprain sustained in the Redskins' final game against the Cowboys on Dec. 28, while Reed underwent a procedure last week to address inflammation in his left knee.

June 3, 2015

Notre Dame’s Jerian Grant could find comfort in pro career near home

The 6-foot-5 point guard, who graduated from DeMatha Catholic High School in Hyattsville, worked out for the Wizards on Monday morning and said that playing close to home could be "fun" for him.

June 1, 2015

DeAngelo Hall making strides in recovery from surgery on left Achilles tendon

The 31-year-old cornerback sustained a season-ending injury for the first time last year, but was on the sidelines during the Redskins' offseason practice on Tuesday, yelling at and coaching his teammates.

May 27, 2015

Wizards move to small ball still a work in progress

Converting from power to speed and space took the Wizards about six months. Playoff matchups necessitating and inviting the change finally turned Washington from its thundering frontcourt approach into a team willing to do what so much of the league was doing.

May 20, 2015

John Wall named to NBA All-Defensive second team

Wall was asked to increase his defense at the start of the season. The Wizards believed he did that, and his efforts received validation Wednesday when he was named to the NBA's all-defensive second team.

May 20, 2015

Wizards’ Marcin Gortat: This season ‘was pretty much the toughest one’

Gortat cited personal issues and did not go into specifics when addressing why his productivity suffered during the season, but blamed only himself and said that he will move on from it next year.

May 19, 2015

As offseason begins, another second-round playoff loss still stings for Wizards

Players packed their belongings and departed from Verizon Center on Monday, with John Wall acknowledging he will see a hand specialist in Cleveland and others pondering uncertain contract situations.

May 18, 2015

The Wizards want Paul Pierce back, but veteran forward has plenty of options

A 17-year career in the books, Pierce, who emerged as the Wizards' leader down the stretch and into the playoffs, holds an option for next year but could be tempted to join the Clippers, Celtics -- or retire.

May 17, 2015