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Tom Schad

tschad@washingtontimes.com

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 quarterback Colt McCoy, left, and quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) warm up before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Monday, Oct. 27, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tim Sharp)

Colt McCoy resumes job as Redskins backup

A little more than a week ago, Colt McCoy basked in the glow of an overtime victory over the Dallas Cowboys. Now, he has resumed his job as a backup to Robert Griffin III.

November 4, 2014
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) is sacked by Washington Redskins inside linebacker Keenan Robinson (52) during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 27, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. Romo suffered an unknown injury during the play. (AP Photo/Tim Sharp)

Keenan Robinson, healthy at last, bringing the ‘thump’ for Redskins

After recording 14 tackles against the Tennessee Titans and being named the NFC defensive player of the week, Robinson racked up 10 tackles against the Dallas Cowboys on Monday night, including the sack that temporarily knocked quarterback Tony Romo out of the game.

October 29, 2014
Washington Capitals' Tom Wilson in action during an NHL hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers, Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2013, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Tom Wilson rejoins Capitals after brief Hershey stint

Wilson appeared in two games with the Hershey Bears while working his way back from a fractured bone in his left ankle. The 20-year-old, who was one of three rookies in the NHL to play in all 82 games last season, said he feels good and is ready to play when called upon.

October 28, 2014
Washington Redskins running back Alfred Morris (46) carries the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Landover, Md., Monday, Oct. 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Alfred Morris takes blame for Redskins’ rushing woes

The Redskins led the NFL in rushing in 2012 and ranked fifth last year, even in the midst of a 3-13 season. Entering Monday night's game in Dallas, though, the Redskins rank 21st in rushing yards per game this season and are tied for 16th in yards per carry.

October 23, 2014
**FILE** McDonald's East All-American Melo Trimble, of Upper Marlboro, Md., competes in the three-point shootout during the McDonald's All-American Jam Fest at the University of Chicago in Chicago, on Monday, March 31, 2014. (AP Photo/Andrew A. Nelles)

Melo Trimble brings playmaking, personality to Terps

In Trimble, a highly touted recruit out of nearby Bishop O'Connell High School, coach Mark Turgeon knew the Terrapins would be adding an adept passer, creative finisher and spot-up shooter. What he didn't expect was Trimble's unique character off the court.

October 22, 2014
Maryland head coach Mark Turgeon directs his team against Florida State during the first half of a second round NCAA college basketball game at the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 13, 2014. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)

Mark Turgeon, Terps focused on moving forward

As the Terps enter their first season in the Big Ten, they will do so with a largely revamped roster and a brand-new motion offense, a scheme somewhat similar to what the San Antonio Spurs use.

October 21, 2014
Washington Redskins long snapper Nick Sundberg prepares to snap the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Landover, Md., Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Nick Sundberg loves anonymous life of an NFL long snapper

Thousands of fans left FedEx Field Sunday afternoon with memories of Kai Forbath's game-winning 22-yard field goal as time expired, the lasting image of the ball splitting the uprights and players spilling onto the field to celebrate. Few fans think twice about the snap that set it up.

October 21, 2014