Tom Schad

Redskins’ Bacarri Rambo assumes blame for Texans’ lengthy touchdown pass

While Jay Gruden said there was a blown coverage on DeAndre Hopkins' 76-yard catch-and-run Sunday, Rambo took responsibility for his missed tackle. "I should've been better on that play," he said.

September 8, 2014

Drew Storen slams door as Nationals put away Phillies

The right-hander jogged from the bullpen to a chorus of "Drewwww!" and did what Rafael Soriano has struggled to do since the All-Star break. Storen struck out two of the three batters he faced to record his second save of the season, punctuating a 3-2 win over the Philadelphia Phillies.

September 7, 2014

Nationals reliever Matt Thornton, 37, proving to be a valuable pickup

The left-hander has only been in Washington for a month, but in that month, he has been one of the most reliable arms in the bullpen.

September 7, 2014

Rafael Soriano temporarily removed from role as Nationals’ closer

Manager Matt Williams says Soriano will take a few days off and throw a bullpen session to correct the mechanical problems with his slider. Drew Storen, Tyler Clippard or Matt Thornton will pitch the ninth inning in the meantime, depending on matchups.

September 6, 2014

Redskins WR Andre Roberts eager to run with opportunity as returner

Jay Gruden says Andre Roberts, who returned punts and kicks as a rookie in Arizona, is Washington's "No. 1 option" as a returner entering Sunday's season-opener.

September 6, 2014

Nationals manager Matt Williams: ‘We’ll address’ Rafael Soriano’s role as closer

Nationals manager Matt Williams did not say he would remove Rafael Soriano as the team's closer after his seventh blown save of the season, but he did promise to address the issue Saturday.

September 6, 2014

Adam LaRoche returns to Nationals lineup, reflects on memorable performance

LaRoche hit in his usual cleanup spot for Washington on Friday, two days after battling back, elbow and stomach ailments to help lead the Nationals past the Dodgers.

September 5, 2014

Washington Redskins’ defense hopes to build on strong preseason performance

Cornerback DeAngelo Hall and the rest of Washington's defensive players are ready to show their growth as a unit against Andre Johnson, Arian Foster and the Texans. "We feel like we can be a top defense in this league," Hall says.

September 4, 2014

Redskins linebacker Brian Orakpo excited for Houston homecoming

A native of Houston who played college football in nearby Austin, Orakpo will play his first game in his hometown since his freshman season with Texas.

September 4, 2014

Iraq War veteran Ben Kotwica brings authority to Redskins’ special teams

Kotwica's job has changed since 2004, but he brings the same approach and attitude to coaching that he brought to his role as an officer in places such as Bosnia-Herzegovina, Korea and Iraq: Technical expertise. Meticulous attention to detail. Open communication. And above all else, a type of firm, confident demeanor befitting a military veteran.

September 3, 2014

With Redskins’ projected starter Bacarri Rambo, Ryan Clark says comfort is key

Clark says he will move around the field, and even ignore play calls, to help the second-year player feel more comfortable on the field in Brandon Meriweather's absence.

September 3, 2014

Duke Ihenacho brings Redskins hard-hitting style from unconventional background

Edith Ihenacho never wanted her sons to play football. It was a violent game, she believed. Too violent. And surely her boys would get hurt. Eventually her son Duke made the leap, and he and his brothers never looked back.

September 1, 2014

Tyler Moore, Blake Treinen, Aaron Barrett among additions to Nationals’ expanded roster

As major league rosters expanded Monday, Washington welcomed back six familiar faces in time for its push towards the postseason.

September 1, 2014

Jay Gruden, Washington Redskins welcome Duke Ihenacho after busy weekend of roster moves

Jay Gruden talks about the process of whittling Washington's roster to 53 players and the addition of former Broncos safety Duke Ihenacho.

September 1, 2014

Navy hopes loss to Ohio State in marquee opener will set the tone for the season

The Midshipmen spent more than eight months preparing for their season-opener against Ohio State. Now they have only six days to prepare for their next challenge: Temple.

August 31, 2014

Navy puts up a fight but falls short of perfection in 34-17 loss to No. 5 Ohio State

The Midshipmen rack up 370 rushing yards and lead midway through the third quarter, but they are ultimately doomed by mistakes and overmatched by one of the nation's elite programs.

August 30, 2014

Richard Crawford among eight cut as Redskins move to finalize roster

A cornerback and punt returner entering his third season, Crawford was one of eight players waived by the Redskins on Friday as they attempt to get from 75 players to the 53-man roster limit by Saturday afternoon.

August 29, 2014

Keenan Reynolds grows as a leader at Navy while growing into a Heisman Trophy candidate

Reynolds has received national attention after setting a program record with 31 rushing touchdowns last season. But beneath that hype is his growth as a vocal leader for Navy, which will face Ohio State on Saturday.

August 28, 2014

For Akeem Jordan and other veterans, special teams offers path to Redskins roster

Special teams is often regarded as a proving ground for undrafted rookies, but it also gives veterans like Akeem Jordan and Adam Hayward an opportunity to continue their careers.

August 26, 2014

Redskins release Ross, McGlynn, Veldman before first roster deadline

Washington makes three final cuts to bring its roster to the required 75 players before Tuesday's 4 p.m. deadline.

August 26, 2014