Williams mulls return to NFL

(Michael Dunlap / Associated Press)

The MVP of Washington’s rout of the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXII was fired by Grambling in September and is pondering his next move.

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - NOVEMBER 7: Mike Shanahan of the Washington Redskins looks on during the final minute of the game against the Minnesota Vikings on November 7, 2013 at Mall of America Field at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Vikings defeated the Redskins 34-27. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

Never tell him the odds

COLUMN | Mike Shanahan has been 3-6 before — for three consecutive seasons, actually — so don’t expect him to throw in the towel just yet.

Stretch run is a contract audition

Stretch run is a contract audition

Seven starters, nine key backups or longtime Redskins have expiring deals and very well may be playing their final seasons in Washington.

Second chance at the Eagles

Second chance at the Eagles

The Redskins say the pace of the Eagles’ offense wasn’t the problem, but they have a better feel for it now.

Shanahan deserves an extension

Shanahan deserves an extension

COLUMN | The Redskins’ record is bad, but the head coach provides stability for ongoing roster rebuild.

A tougher road to a turnaround

A tougher road to a turnaround

If the Redskins are to duplicate last season’s playoff push, they’ll have to do it against a more difficult schedule.

Redskins get first look at Foles

Redskins get first look at Foles

Quarterback is thriving in Coach Chip Kelly’s offensive system, with 16 touchdown passes, no interceptions this season.

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The Early Lead

RGIII clowns Grant Paulsen

Robert Griffin III made a funny at his press conference on Wednesday, and it was awesome.”

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 Dan Steinberg

Kerrigan’s Movember struggles

The Redskins linebacker is certainly no mustache champion, but it’s the thought that counts. ”

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Former Redskins talk JFK

Three former Redskins tell personal anecdotes about the president’s assassination.”

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Green questions state of Redskins

Hall of Famer says the current state of the Redskins is ‘not very good,’ questions RGIII’s leadership.”

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 Dan Steinberg

Another fake Redskins radio broadcast

Danny Rouhier’s latest skewers both Larry Michael AND Kevin Sheehan. Sports-radio wars, man.”

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Former Raiders TE Christensen dies

Former Raiders TE Christensen dies

Five-time Pro Bowl selection and two-time Super Bowl winner Todd Christensen, 57, dies during liver transplant surgery in Utah.

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Not exactly a classic explanation

Not exactly a classic explanation

COLUMN | Richie Incognito’s revealing interview explains a lot about the Dolphins’ culture.

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NFC East Standings

Teams | Standings | Statistics | Scoreboard

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From Grambling to Redskins and back

Legendary Redskins quarterback Doug Williams will try to find his next football path after being firing from his alma mater.

The legend of Lone Star Dietz

Were the Redskins named in honor of its Native American first coach or a self-promoting impostor?

Redskins beat Chargers in overtime, 30-24

Washington stops San Diego at the goal line to force the extra session.

Washington falls to Denver

The Redskins can’t keep up with the Broncos as Robert Griffin III leaves with a left knee injury.

Sean Taylor slaying trial

A jury on Monday found Eric Rivera Jr. guilty of second-degree murder in connection with the 2007 shooting death.

Redskins finish off Bears

Washington improves to 2-4 with a 45-41 win over Chicago, its first victory at home this season.

Washington Redskins fall to 1-4

In a clash vs. the division rival Cowboys, the Redskins are unable to notch their second win.

What would be the best logo for Washington’s football team?

In contest by 99designs, finalists were selected if Dan Synder allowed his team to change its name.

Who is open to changing the Redskins’ name?

More and more people are saying the NFL franchise for Washington should change its name. Here are a few of them.

NFL to meet with Indian tribe over Redskins

League reportedly won’t attempt to pressure Dan Snyder to change the name of Washington’s football team.

Redskins vs. Raiders

Washington wins in Oakland, 24-14, to avoid the team’s worst start since 2001.

Images from FedEx Field

The Redskins drop to 0-3 on the season. A pictorial look at Sunday’s home loss to Detroit.

Redskins videos

Dave Sheinin on ‘The Promise’ of RGIII

Dave Sheinin on ‘The Promise’ of RGIII

Jonathan Forsythe talks to “The Promise” author and Post sports writer Dave Sheinin about what is next for Robert Griffin III and the Redskins.
Redskins vulnerabilities on defense

Redskins vulnerabilities on defense

The Post Sports Live crew debates whether the Redskins defense will be more susceptible to the run or the pass in the first part of the season with injuries to Keenan Robinson and Adam Carriker and Jarvis Jenkins’s four-game suspension.
Are the Redskins NFC East favorites? — Post Sports Live

Are the Redskins NFC East favorites? — Post Sports Live

The Post Sports Live crew debates whether the Redskins are the definitive favorites to win the NFC East.
Previewing the Redskins season opener versus the Eagles

Previewing the Redskins season opener versus the Eagles

The Post Sports Live crew previews the Redskins season opener on Monday Night against the Philadelphia Eagles.
The return of Robert Griffin III

The return of Robert Griffin III

The Post Sports Live crew debates whether there is a chance that quarterback Robert Griffin III will not return in the Redskins’ Week 1 game against the Eagles.
Early impressions from Redskins training camp

Early impressions from Redskins training camp

The Post Sports Live crew offers early impressions on the injuries, recoveries and fans from the first week of Redskins training camp.
Kirk Cousins on ‘Game Changer’ and backing-up RGIII

Kirk Cousins on ‘Game Changer’ and backing-up RGIII

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins discusses his book “Game Changer: Faith, Football and Finding Your Way” and how he handles being the back-up to one of the most popular athletes in the world.
Redskins camp, Storen’s demotion and Wall’s contract

Redskins camp, Storen’s demotion and Wall’s contract

The Washington Post’s Jonathan Forsythe, LaVar Arrington, Mike Wise and Dan Steinberg discuss the opening of Redskins training camp, whether Drew Storen’s demotion was the right move and what John Wall deserves in a contract extension.
What are the biggest non-RGIII story lines from training camp?

What are the biggest non-RGIII story lines from training camp?

The Post’s Jason Reid, Dan Steinberg and Jonathan Forsythe discuss what story lines out of Redskins training camp they will be following outside of Robert Griffin III’s recovery.
RGIII cleared to practice, Nationals reach new low

RGIII cleared to practice, Nationals reach new low

The Post’s Jason Reid, Dan Steinberg and Jonathan Forsythe discuss Robert Griffin III’s return to Redskins training camp this week, talk to quarterback Kirk Cousins and debate whether the Nationals firing hitting coach Rick Eckstein will help improve the offense.

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