Gruden’s groundwork

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Midway through his second month as the Redskins’ new coach, Jay Gruden is optimistic about the foundation being built.

Scores and Schedule

Sam faces the media

Sam faces the media

The Missouri defensive end, who recently announced he is gay, handles a crowded news conference at the NFL Scouting Combine with ease.

LSU’s Beckham aims to capitalize on versatility, speed

LSU’s Beckham aims to capitalize on versatility, speed

Every prospect at the NFL draft has been blessed with exceptional athletic ability. But then you have some, like LSU wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., whose DNA carries a double dose of that special athleticism.

Gruden’s groundwork

Gruden’s groundwork

Midway through his second month as the Redskins’ new coach, Jay Gruden is optimistic about the foundation being built.

Gruden encouraged by start

Gruden encouraged by start

First-year coach addressed reporters at the NFL scouting combine

Jay Gruden promises ‘every route known to man’

Jay Gruden promises ‘every route known to man’

Redskins coach tells DeAngelo Hall to get ready for an offensive onslaught in training camp.

No decision on Brian Orakpo franchise tag

No decision on Brian Orakpo franchise tag

The Redskins general manager says team hasn’’t decided whether to use the franchise tag to retain the outside linebacker if they can’t reach a long-term deal

Johnny Manziel says “I feel like I play 10 feet tall” at NFL scouting combine (updated)

Johnny Manziel says “I feel like I play 10 feet tall” at NFL scouting combine (updated)

Texas A&M quarterback has huge hands, though -- essential for a pro quarterback.

Bruce Allen ‘disappointed’ in Fred Davis

Bruce Allen ‘disappointed’ in Fred Davis

The Redskins general manager expressed disappointment in the troubled tight end, who this week received an indefinite suspension and then was arrested in Fairfax County and charged with driving while intoxicated.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ new helmet, logo: “More intimidating“

Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ new helmet, logo: “More intimidating“

The look is bolder, brighter, more menacing and includes a chrome face mask -- an NFL first.

Redskins’ Davis charged with DUI

Redskins’ Davis charged with DUI

Tight end Fred Davis was arrested Thursday and charged with driving under the influence in Fairfax County.

At NFL combine, a deep, young pool

At NFL combine, a deep, young pool

With 98 players having declared early for the draft, determining just who can make the big jump becomes tougher.

Combine: RT James working to increase stock

Combine: RT James working to increase stock

Tennessee right tackle Ju’Wuan James started all 49 games of his career, yet doesn’t rank as his school’s most highly touted offensive line prospect.

Combine: Stanford’s Fleming aims to continue tradition

Combine: Stanford’s Fleming aims to continue tradition

Stanford tackle Cameron Fleming hopes he can follow in the footsteps of previous Cardinal linemen.

Column

Is the NFL ready for Michael Sam?

Is the NFL ready for Michael Sam?

COLUMN | The report on the Miami Dolphins bullying scandal suggests he may not be as welcome as some suggest.

Philbin takes blame for Dolphins’ locker room culture

Philbin takes blame for Dolphins’ locker room culture

The Miami coach takes the blame for allowing the Richie Incognito-Jonathan Martin incident to fester.

DeAngelo Hall: Jim Haslett was ‘handcuffed’

DeAngelo Hall: Jim Haslett was ‘handcuffed’

Redskins cornerback tells ESPN 980 that Jim Haslett will be unleashed in 2014.

NFL salary cap expected to be $130 million, report says

NFL salary cap expected to be $130 million, report says

Expanded room is particularly welcome for cap-strapped teams like the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.

Free agent OL: Three players Redskins could target

Free agent OL: Three players Redskins could target

An in-depth look at three players who could bolster Washington’s offensive line.

Redskins ringers help Virginia state senators win basketball game

Redskins ringers help Virginia state senators win basketball game

How could the Virginia state senators get over their General Assembly rivals? By importing some football players.

Ex-Redskin running for Congress

Ex-Redskin running for Congress

Didier hopes third time’s the charm in Washington state.

Miami Dolphins fire offensive line coach, trainer

Miami Dolphins fire offensive line coach, trainer

Jim Turner, Kevin O’Neill are casualties of investigation into harassment by Richie Incognito and two other players.

Davis suspended indefinitely by NFL

Davis suspended indefinitely by NFL

Redskins tight end Fred Davis violates the league’s substance abuse policy.

No quitting for Terps’ McDougle

No quitting for Terps’ McDougle

Dexter McDougle’s senior season ended prematurely, but he still garnered an NFL combine invite.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers will get new helmet, logo

Tampa Bay Buccaneers will get new helmet, logo

A new, more aggressive look worked out two years ago for the Carolina Panthers.

Redskins want second-round pick for Cousins

Redskins want second-round pick for Cousins

It’s not clear at this point if any NFL team would be willing to surrender that for the backup quarterback, who was a fourth-round choice in 2012.

NFL to review Ray Rice incident as new video surfaces

NFL to review Ray Rice incident as new video surfaces

Baltimore Ravens running back was arrested after altercation with fiancee at Atlantic City casino.

Prospects, team officials flock to Indianapolis

Washington Redskins officials and coaches this week turn their attention to the NFL Draft as they flock to Indianapolis for the NFL Scouting Combine, which runs Thursday through Tuesday.

Jadeveon Clowney: Steve Spurrier questions work ethic but not talent

Jadeveon Clowney: Steve Spurrier questions work ethic but not talent

South Carolina defensive end will get his chance to impress at the NFL scouting combine.

Riley, Redskins make little progress in contract talks

Riley,  Redskins make little progress in contract talks

The Redskins and linebacker Perry Riley Jr. have a mutual interest, but haven’t made much progress on contract talks.

Jameis Winston: Playing pro football and baseball “is my dream“

Jameis Winston: Playing pro football and baseball “is my dream“

Heisman Trophy winner wants to follow Deion Sanders and Bo Jackson, even though pro football is year-round now.

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