Redskins dealing with multiple issues

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At 3-6, the team needs work in the passing game, on defense and in special teams to save its season.

Thompson headed for IR

Rookie running back Chris Thompson will be placed on the season-ending injured reserve list and will have surgery to correct a torn labrum in his left shoulder, coach Mike Shanahan said.

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MINNEAPOLIS - NOVEMBER 7: Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) and Washington Redskins defensive end Kedric Golston (64) walk off the field after the Washington Redskins 34-27 loss tothe M innesota Vikings at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Mn., on Thursday, November 7, 2013. (Photo by Toni L. Sandys/The Washington Post)

Not healthy making RGIII do it all

COLUMN | When RGIII has to do too much, he’s going to come that much closer to getting hurt again.

Redskins lose control

Redskins lose control

Washington takes a 13-point lead early in the second half, but gives up the game’s final 20 points and fails to score after having a first-and-goal with less than a minute to go.

A desperate, familiar place

A desperate, familiar place

The Redskins fail once again to string together back-to-back victories and sit at 3-6, just like last season.

Does Thursday hurt NFL product?

Does Thursday hurt NFL product?

As Redskins and Vikings prepare for Thursday night matchup, questions persist about short turnaround time.

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Jim Vance’s Redskins jacket

The longtime NBC4 anchor apparently wore the same jacket the last time he visited the Metrodome, way back in 1992.”

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Colbert covers Redskins name

The Redskins name controversy lands on the Colbert Report, but the satire didn’t sound much different from some real arguments.”

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 Dan Steinberg

Dan Snyder and the Redskins crock-pot

The Redskins owner was pictured watching his team’s final drive yesterday, along with a team crock-pot.”

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 Dan Steinberg

Redskins loss vocabulary

The Redskins used a lot of depressing words to describe last night’s loss. ”

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Redskins-Vikings best and worst

Best and worst moments from Washington’s 34-27 loss the Vikings Thursday night in Minnesota.”

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 Dan Steinberg

What happened to the Ravens?

What happened to the Ravens?

A season after storming to a Super Bowl win, Baltimore is still seeking to rediscover a winning formula.

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Dolphins: Misplaced loyalty?

Dolphins: Misplaced loyalty?

COLUMN | Backing a teammate accused of bullying reveals a warped sense of acceptable behavior.

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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 drop to 0-2 at Lambeau

Washington loses to Green Bay 38-20

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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TAKEAWAY | With their season hanging in the balance, the Redskins damage postseason aspirations.

Sally Jenkins

Sally Jenkins

Richie Incognito’s horrific treatment of teammate Jonathan Martin demands stern action from their employer.

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TAKEAWAY | If Washington keeps running, Robert Griffin III looks off defenders and Brian Orakpo plays big, they could finish strong.

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The NFL tried to send a message to Brandon Meriweather, but something got lost in translation.

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Like most 2nd-year players, Robert Griffin III has a lot to learn; the question is whether he realizes that.

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