Can boy wonder reverse sophomore slump?

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COLUMN | Sean McVay has coaching acumen beyond his years; his first challenge will be re-igniting Robert Griffin III.

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PSL: Richard Sherman, the QB class of 2012, slumping Caps and Otto Porter Jr.

PSL: Richard Sherman, the QB class of 2012, slumping Caps and Otto Porter Jr.

The PSL crew discusses Sherman’s postgame interview, the QB class of 2012 NFL Draft quarterbacks and whether Otto Porter Jr. should be in the D-league.

Orakpo headed to Pro Bowl

Orakpo headed to Pro Bowl

Washington Redskins outside linebacker Brian Orakpo will make his third Pro Bowl appearance, the team confirmed on Tuesday.

Fake comedy roast of Daniel Snyder

Fake comedy roast of Daniel Snyder

A new local comedy series will roast Washington personalities, beginning with the Redskins owner.

Sean McVay on the 2014 Redskins offense

Sean McVay on the 2014 Redskins offense

New Redskins offensive coordinator talks about what his team’s philosophy will be next season.

Should the NFL eliminate the extra point? Roger Goodell says it’s possible.

Should the NFL eliminate the extra point? Roger Goodell says it’s possible.

They’re so automatic -- only five were missed in the 2013 regular season -- that they’re boring.

Video

Russell Wilson, RGIII or Andrew Luck: Which one will win more Super Bowls?

Russell Wilson, RGIII or Andrew Luck: Which one will win more Super Bowls?

After Seahawks' quarterback Russell Wilson led his team to an NFC Championship title over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, the Post Sports Live crew looks at the 2012 draft class and debates whether Wilson, Andrew Luck or Robert Griffin III will win more Super Bowls in their careers.

Why Bill Belichick called out Wes Welker over Aqib Talib hit

Why Bill Belichick called out Wes Welker over Aqib Talib hit

Accusation by Patriots coach reportedly is based in extreme dislike of Broncos wide receiver.

Video

Richard Sherman’s postgame interview, Capitals goalie distraction and Porter's bench-warming

Richard Sherman’s postgame interview, Capitals goalie distraction and Porter's bench-warming

The Washington Post's Jonathan Forsythe, Matt Rennie, Rick Maese and Dan Steinberg discuss Richard Sherman's NFC Championship postgame interview and whether Andrew Luck, Robert Griffin III or Russell Wilson will have the best career of the 2012 NFL Draft quarterbacks. The crew also takes on the Capitals' three goalie distraction, Otto Porter Jr.'s lack of play time and the increasing amount of pressure on Terps' basketball Coach Mark Turgeon.

Gruden’s John Wall dance

Gruden’s John Wall dance

It’s easy to see why Gruden is fast becoming a fan favorite.

Mailbag: Redskins cap situation, Gruden’s hires & more

Mailbag: Redskins cap situation, Gruden’s hires & more

Jay Gruden is putting the finishing touches on his coaching staff, and this week is devoting much of his efforts to installing the offense with coordinator Sean McVay.

Baker was standout at U-Md.

Baker was standout at U-Md.

Newcomer is a familiar face to Terps fans

Jerry Jones sticks with Monte Kiffin, Bill Callahan (and Tony Romo)

Jerry Jones sticks with Monte Kiffin, Bill Callahan (and Tony Romo)

Dallas Cowboys won’t be making changes at offensive or defensive coordinator.

Wisconsin’s Borland feels prepared for NFL

Wisconsin’s Borland feels prepared for NFL

As the meetings and practices got underway at the Senior Bowl here in Mobile, Ala., Wisconsin inside linebacker Chris Borland felt well-prepared for this fast-paced, action-packed week-long job interview/audition.

NFL Network’s film on Jerry Smith

NFL Network’s film on Jerry Smith

Former Redskins tight end is the subject of NFL Network’s Tuesday night ‘A Football Life,’ which includes a whole bunch of Redskins legends.

Rex Ryan to Rob Ryan: “Dude ... get a haircut.“

Rex Ryan to Rob Ryan: “Dude ... get a haircut.“

Jets coach is baffled that his twin brother isn’t interviewed when NFL head-coaching jobs open up. Is it his hair?

Richard Sherman apologizes; Stanford’s David Shaw says he’s no thug

Richard Sherman apologizes; Stanford’s David Shaw says he’s no thug

Seahawks cornerback says he regrets rant with Erin Andrews that took “the attention away from the fantastic game.“

Redskins’ new regime has an old look

Redskins’ new regime has an old look

Basically, the Redskins staff is now a combination of Shanahan carryovers and UFL refugees.

Ike Hilliard officially hired

Ike Hilliard officially hired

Former wideout played for Tampa when Jay Gruden coached there.

NaVorro Bowman may have torn ACL, MCL, report says

NaVorro Bowman may have torn ACL, MCL, report says

49ers linebacker was injured late in NFC championship game loss to Seattle Seahawks.

Richard Sherman on rant: “I don’t want to be a villain“

Richard Sherman on rant: “I don’t want to be a villain“

Seahawks cornerback addresses “those who would call me a thug or worse” after NFC championship game outburst.

Column

Can boy wonder reverse sophomore slump?

Can boy wonder reverse sophomore slump?

COLUMN | Sean McVay has coaching acumen beyond his years; his first challenge will be re-igniting Robert Griffin III.

Jay Gruden at the Wizards game

Jay Gruden at the Wizards game

Eight things that happened when the new Redskins coach went to the Wizards game on Saturday night.

Bill Belichick calls out Wes Welker for hit on Aqib Talib (GIF)

Bill Belichick calls out Wes Welker for hit on Aqib Talib (GIF)

Patriots coach says hit by his former player in AFC championship game was “one of the worst plays I’ve seen.“

Richard Sherman goes on postgame rant with Erin Andrews (video)

Richard Sherman goes on postgame rant with Erin Andrews (video)

Cornerback, who had key play in Seattle Seahawks’ NFC championship game victory, had the last word against Michael Crabtree.

How to tell when Marshawn Lynch scores a touchdown

How to tell when Marshawn Lynch scores a touchdown

BeastQuake tied the score early in the third quarter of the 49ers-Seahawks NFC championship game.

Jim Harbaugh loses it over call in NFC championship game (GIF)

Jim Harbaugh loses it over call in NFC championship game (GIF)

49ers coach expresses his dismay in game against Seahawks.

Seahawks player leveled on 49ers sideline (GIF)

Seahawks player leveled on 49ers sideline (GIF)

LaMichael James was shaken up on play in NFC championship game, but real action was on the sideline.

Peyton Manning, Tom Brady in AFC championship game memes

Peyton Manning, Tom Brady in AFC championship game memes

Broncos are headed to the Super Bowl after beating Patriots.

Photos

AFC and NFC championship games

AFC and  NFC championship games

The Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks triumph and advance to the Super Bowl on Feb. 2 in New Jersey.

Super Bowl ads 2014: Don Cheadle, a llama and Bud Light (video)

Super Bowl ads 2014: Don Cheadle, a llama and Bud Light (video)

A pun is also involved in commercial during Patriots-Broncos AFC championshi game.

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