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Tom Schad

After spending nearly two years as an intern at The Washington Times, Tom Schad rejoined the staff as a sports reporter in August 2014. A Colorado native and American University graduate, he previously served as a reporter and copy editor at The Washington Post, The Baltimore Sun and MLB.com. He can be reached at tschad@washingtontimes.com

Articles by Tom Schad

Washington Redskins shut out by St. Louis Rams in embarrassing loss

The Redskins lost again on Sunday, 24-0, the most recent embarrassing performance in a season filled with them.

December 7, 2014

Nationals’ Jayson Werth found guilty on reckless driving charge, sentenced to 10 days in jail

Jayson Werth was sentenced to 10 days in jail Friday after driving 105 mph in a 55-mph zone in July.

December 5, 2014

Jim Haslett addresses Redskins’ defensive lapses vs. Colts

"We didn't do anything [complex]," defensive coordinator Jim Haslett said Thursday. "We played three-deep. You learn that stuff in high school. ... That stuff's disappointing."

December 4, 2014

Jay Gruden frustrated by Redskins’ failures in first season as coach

The Redskins are 3-9. They have lost four straight games, cycled through three quarterbacks, committed nearly eight penalties per game, made national headlines on a seemingly weekly basis. Not all of these things are Gruden's fault, but as the team's head coach, they all trace back to him in one way or another.

December 4, 2014

No. 7 Virginia downs No. 21 Maryland, 76-65

In their first non-conference meeting since 1953, No. 7 Virginia uses a stifling defense to edge No. 21 Maryland in a game with 47 fouls.

December 4, 2014

DeSean Jackson, Jason Hatcher miss Redskins practice with injuries

Defensive lineman Kedric Golston (back/foot), safety Brandon Meriweather (toe) and cornerback Chase Minnifield (concussion) also did not practice. Five others were limited as they continue to recover from various maladies.

December 3, 2014

Ryan Clark, Jay Gruden lament Redskins’ botched coverages on simple schemes

After Sunday's loss to the Colts, some have called for Jim Haslett to simplify his coverage schemes. The only issue? The miscues came in simple schemes. "If he simplifies it any more, they're going to let my son play. And he's 13," Ryan Clark said.

December 3, 2014

Redskins’ remaining goals boil down to pride, professionalism

As coach Jay Gruden nears the end of his first year in Washington, he is determined to squeeze as many wins out of his team as possible. But in the process, he will also be monitoring Washington's tempo and energy over the final four games, the demeanor with which the team plays.

December 2, 2014

Jay Gruden says Jim Haslett will be evaluated at season’s end, like everyone else

When asked about Jim Haslett on Monday, Redskins coach Jay Gruden didn't criticize the defensive coordinator -- but he didn't exactly praise him, either.

December 1, 2014

Kedric Golston likely out for Redskins’ game against Rams

Redskins coach Jay Gruden said defensive lineman Kedric Golston will likely miss Sunday's game against the Rams with foot and back injuries

December 1, 2014

To slow the Colts, the Redskins will try to rattle Andrew Luck

Andrew Luck's toughness stood out to Redskins coaches this week, particularly his knack to absorb hits while avoiding sacks. "He's obviously on pace to be one of the greats," coach Jay Gruden said.

November 30, 2014

Redskins nickelback E.J. Biggers downgraded to out for Sunday’s game

E.J. Biggers did not practice all week after sustaining a concussion against San Francisco. In his absence, the Redskins will likely turn to Chase Minnifield, Trenton Robinson or Greg Ducre in nickel packages.

November 29, 2014

Jason Hatcher among seven Redskins listed as questionable for Sunday

Hatcher declined to talk about exactly when or how he sustained his right knee injury but said he is optimistic about playing Sunday in Indianapolis.

November 28, 2014

After being benched by Redskins, Robert Griffin III briefly addresses media

Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III briefly addressed reporters Thursday while walking from the team's practice bubble to the main facility at Redskins Park.

November 27, 2014

Kirk Cousins, still Redskins’ No. 3 quarterback, says he has not lost confidence

Overshadowed in the decision to bench Robert Griffin III and start Colt McCoy was Cousins, who is still the third quarterback and now also faces an uncertain future. "I have to continue to believe in myself," he said. "And I do."

November 27, 2014

For Colt McCoy, a Redskins chance no one saw coming

As the Washington Redskins prepared for their second preseason game, there were never questions about whether McCoy would eventually supplant Robert Griffin III — or Kirk Cousins. At that point, the only question surrounding McCoy was whether he'd survive cut-down day.

November 26, 2014