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Caps can’t get out of their own way
Washington squanders a two-goal first-period lead and is whistled for 12 penalties en route to its fourth consecutive loss.
Veteran Golston, giving thanks
COLUMN | The defensive lineman, one of the longest-serving veterans on Washington’s roster, has perspective.
Bench him, for his own sake
COLUMN | Robert Griffin III isn’t healthy and is not developing an understanding of the offense. In a lost season, it’s time to let him watch for a while.
Gortat keeps Wizards on a roll
Marcin Gortat hits 11 of 12 shots and scores a game- high 25 points as Washington wins its third straight and fifth in six games with OT victory in Milwaukee.
Winding road to Turkey Bowl
Linebacker Fred Anderson lost both of his parents and attended three D.C. high schools before landing, and thriving, at Wilson.
Terps’ Elliott keeps her eye on the ball
Maryland standout Adreené Elliott balances volleyball with numerous other academic pursuits.
Nats’ lefty relief options thinning
With Manny Parra heading back to Reds, the Nationals miss a potential upgrade to their left-handed relief.
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Hiring was long time coming
“If I’m called upon, I’ll speak. If not, I’ll . . . watch Coach Turgeon do a good job,” Juan Dixon says.
Cavs’ defense a work in progress
Under first-year coordinator Jon Tenuta, the banged-up Cavaliers have regressed in some areas.
Episode 13: Shock the world
Commitment day arrives for Da'Shawn Hand, and he makes his college announcement.
Facing cancer with dignity
Local soccer star Shawn Kuykendall, 31, battles thymic cancer with the support of his family, friends and faith.
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The Early Lead
NFL Thanksgiving games preview, TV times
The NFL Thanksgiving tradition continues with three games starting at 12:30 p.m.”
College football TV schedule for Turkey Day, Friday
There are three games on Thursday and nearly a full slate on Friday.”
RGIII talks about his private parts
Robert Griffin III explained that his dad came into the locker room to ask after his reproductive organs, more or less.”
Gruden on Cousins
ESPN analyst says the Redskins should probably let Kirk Cousins start a game before this season ends.”
Wizards Insider
Wizards at Bucks: Game 15 Open Thread
The Insider
DeAngelo Hall says Shanahan should be kept for next season
Capitals Insider
Open thread: Caps vs. Senators
The Insider
Reed practices, Paul sidelined
Nationals Journal
Sports photo galleries
Pacquiao beats Rios in unanimous decision
In his first bout in almost a year, the Filipino dominated the fight he dedicated to his home country that continues to recover from natural disaster.
Loudoun County wins sixth state volleyball title in seven years
The Raiders (31-0) won the 4A title in four sets over Jamestown.
McKinley takes D.C.’s inaugural Gravy Bowl
Trainers put in dominate defensive performance for 34-0 win over Phelps.
Centreville rallies past South County
No. 2 Wildcats advance to Virginia 6A North region semifinals with 55-35 comeback win.
Late drive powers Patuxent past Gwynn Park in Maryland 2A South final
QB Tyler Crounse runs in two fourth-quarter touchdowns to send the Panthers to the 2A state semifinals
The fight of his life
At 31, local soccer standout Shawn Kuykendall finds support in his family, friends and faith as he battles thymic cancer.
#Kuykenstrong
Shawn Kuykendall has been active on social media for several years. He has documented part of his cancer battle on his Instagram account. A look at the first stage of his treatment through his iPhone lens and in his words:
Scene from the Linc
A pictorial look at Washington’s loss as the season continues its downward spiral.
Sports videos
Previewing Briar Woods vs. Broad Run
Host B.J. Koubaroulis previews the 5A North region semifinal between No. 4 Briar Woods and No. 18 Broad Run.
Previewing Briar Woods vs. Broad Run
Host B.J. Koubaroulis previews the 5A North region semifinal between No. 4 Briar Woods and No. 18 Broad Run.
Previewing Lake Braddock vs. Westfield
Host B.J. Koubaroulis previews the 6A Northern region semifinal between No. 3 Lake Braddock and No. 7 Westfield.
Host B.J. Koubaroulis previews the Maryland 4A semifinal game between No. 5 Suitland and No. 10 Meade.
The Takeaway: RGIII's worst game?
The Washington Post's Mike Jones analyzes what a tough loss to the 49ers means for the Redskins and coach Mike Shanahan.
Alfred Morris, Josh Wilson give back at Redskins Thanksgiving
Redskins corner back Josh Wilson and running back Alfred Morris talk about giving back during the team's annual Harvest Fest at FedEx Field.
Family grateful for Redskins holiday food donation
Retired Air Force Sgt. Grant Allen and family talk about receiving help from the Washington Redskins during the 2014 Harvest Feast Saturday at FedEx Field. Allen retired from the Air Force last year.
Top plays of the week: Episode 13
Check out the biggest plays from last week’s high school football playoff action around the area, including another monster game from Centreville running back AJ Turner.
Centreville takes off in the second half to beat South County, 55-35
The Wildcats rally from a 21-point deficit to beat the Stallions and advance to the Virginia 6A North semifinals.
Northwest defeats Quince Orchard, 28-20
The Jaguars top the Cougars to claim the Maryland 4A West championship.
Boswell: Humble pie feast
QB Robert Griffin III and the Redskins are an easy feast for the 49ers in a 27-6 loss on Monday night.
A coach-player relationship to praise
COLUMN | The Caps’ Alex Ovechkin took Adam Oates’s suggestions to heart and made himself elite again.
How good is Shanahan?
COLUMN | The Redskins coach has overseen one of the worst defenses, which counts for something.
Coach keeps Mids afloat and more
COLUMN | With a 47-30 record since taking over, Ken Niumatalolo has kept Navy’s success going.
Tucker kick-starts the Ravens
COLUMN | Baltimore place kicker has a steady leg, which he showed with four field goals vs. the Jets.
A mea culpa on Duke football
COLUMN | Led by Coach David Cutcliffe, the Blue Devils have done the seemingly impossible this year.
The not ready for primetime players
COLUMN | The Redskins are on national TV again next week, but we’ll be watching a team that might have quit on its coach.
Speak up, walk it back
COLUMN | This week in Ashburn has featured a lot of back-and-forth, and it has a familiar quality to it.
A disaster movie on a loop
COLUMN | The cast of characters has changed over the years, but the Redskins’ plot lines remain the same.
Bench him, for his own sake
COLUMN | Robert Griffin III isn’t healthy and is not developing an understanding of the offense. In a lost season, it’s time to let him watch for a while.
It comes down to leadership
COLUMN | What remains of an apparently lost season will be a true measure of Robert Griffin III’s character.
Not a classic explanation
COLUMN | Richie Incognito’s interview explains a lot about the Dolphin’s locker room culture.
The Takeaway: A no-show
Robert Griffin III flops in his showdown with Colin Kaepernick, and he gets no help from the defense in the loss.
This time, feelings got hurt
COLUMN | With repeated missteps in his public comments, Robert Griffin III is learning his craft off the field, as well.
Wanted: A full-time leader
COLUMN | John Wall assists in win over Timberwolves, but needs to continue to lead for the Wizards to succeed.
Mike Shanahan isn’t the issue
COLUMN | The real question is: What head coach would want the mess that is the Washington Redskins?
It’s time to lay off the quarterback
COLUMN | It isn’t fair Robert Griffin III has gone from a “godsend” to “an unfit leader” in the blink of an eye.
This word must be silenced
COLUMN | While some in the black community seek to strip a slur of its power, a better plan is to eradicate it.
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A father figure says goodbye
Tal Bayer has built the rugby team at a public charter school into one of D.C.’s unlikeliest success stories.
A swing of beauty
At 20 years old, Nats slugger Bryce Harper has a swing that could someday put him in the company of legends.
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