Zac Boyer

For college football players, staying or leaving is a choice often without an easy answer

Tajh Boyd ultimately chose to stay at Clemson for his senior season, temporarily delaying the allure of an NFL career in favor of one more season in college. It was a worthwhile move: The Tigers finished 11-2, including a victory over Ohio State in the Orange Bowl, and Boyd will likely be one of the top quarterbacks selected in the NFL draft in May.

January 20, 2014

NFL playoffs: 5 questions and predictions for championship weekend

A pair of intriguing matchups are set for Sunday, and Zac Boyer has a few questions (and answers) and some predictions.

January 16, 2014

NFL playoffs: Conference championship games are a football fan’s dream

As much of a fan of the NFL as anyone connected to the sport, Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson is well aware of the appeal of the two conference championship games looming on Sunday.

January 16, 2014

Mike Brey made a strong impression in one year at GW, earning spot in Hall of Fame

For the first time in over a decade, Mike Brey was back at George Washington, where he was honored at halftime of the Colonials' game against VCU on Tuesday. Despite playing only one year at the university, he will be inducted into its athletic Hall of Fame on Feb. 8.

January 14, 2014

With the new-look Redskins, Bruce Allen is assuming a more visible role

Hours after the Washington Redskins announced they had fired coach Mike Shanahan after four seasons, general manager Bruce Allen declared he would regain total control of football operations.

January 12, 2014

Anxious for opportunity, Michal Neuvirth steady in victory

Blanketed by disappointment for the better part of two months, goaltender Michal Neuvirth was fraught by anxiety Friday afternoon, knowing that the opportunity he wanted for some time was finally approaching. He remained calm, helping the Washington Capitals take a 3-2 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs.

January 10, 2014

The growth Jay Gruden displayed brought a sudden end to the Redskins’ coaching search

The Redskins' hiring of Jay Gruden was an expedited ending to a process that was expected to be much more drawn out. Gruden, 46, signed a five-year contract to become the Redskins' 27th full-time coach and the seventh since Dan Snyder purchased the team in 1999.

January 9, 2014

Jay Gruden hired as Redskins coach

Jay Gruden will be introduced as the Washington Redskins' next coach on Thursday afternoon. Gruden, who spent the last three years as the Cincinnati Bengals' offensive coordinator, emerged as one of the front-runners for the opening since Mike Shanahan was fired on Dec. 30 after four years with the team.

January 9, 2014

Redskins interview Perry Fewell as coaching search heats up

The Redskins, according to a variety of reports, reached out to five other candidates on Monday to gauge their interest in interviewing: Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Jay Gruden and defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer, San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator Greg Roman and defensive coordinator Vic Fangio and San Diego Chargers offensive coordinator Ken Whisenhunt.

January 6, 2014

Ravens offensive coordinator Jim Caldwell spends his Sunday at Redskins Park

In the past week, Redskins general manager Bruce Allen has interviewed four candidates, all of whom are current NFL coordinators. He, director of player personnel Morocco Brown and director of pro personnel hosted Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Jim Caldwell at Redskins Park in Ashburn on Sunday, a team spokesman confirmed.

January 5, 2014

Quick-response goals causing problems for Capitals

Hampered continuously by goals scored shortly after their own, the Washington Capitals again realized they can't continue to make such mistakes after losing 4-3 at home to the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday.

January 2, 2014

Redskins interview Darrell Bevell, others are on deck including Sean McDermott and Jim Caldwell

Bruce Allen interviewed Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell on Wednesday for the Washington Redskins' vacant coaching position, according to a person familiar with the negotiations.

January 1, 2014

Redskins keeping open mind in post-Shanahan search

Hours after Mike Shanahan was fired, general manager Bruce Allen said Monday the search for his replacement would begin immediately and noted that the "open list" would include candidates from the professional and collegiate ranks.

December 30, 2013

Potential Redskins coaches include Bill Cowher, Ken Whisenhunt, Jay Gruden

An established coach would bring a proven track record but, in some regard, arrive as damaged goods; a younger assistant doesn't excite the fan base, but has the opportunity to grow with his team.

December 30, 2013

Redskins fire Mike Shanahan after four seasons

The Washington Redskins fired Mike Shanahan on Monday morning, bringing to an end the tenure of a coach who four years ago seemed likely to return a once-proud franchise to its winning ways.

December 30, 2013

End of an era? Redskins fall again, Shanahan might, too

The Washington Redskins' most miserable season in 19 years ended mercifully on Sunday at MetLife Stadium, where they lost, 20-6, to the New York Giants. Now, the focus shifts to the status of coach Mike Shanahan.

December 29, 2013

Redskins season ends with eight-game losing streak for first time since 1960

One of the Washington Redskins' most miserable seasons in their 82 years mercifully ended Sunday at MetLife Stadium, where they lost to the New York Giants, 20-6.

December 29, 2013

Kyle Shanahan, other Redskins assistants know uncertainty comes with the job

Between the team's dismal performance this season and a series of reports by national media outlets pointing to irreparable rifts throughout the front office, it's likely Mike Shanahan will not return as the Redskins' coach next season. That means Kyle Shanahan, the team's offensive coordinator, as well as defensive coordinator Jim Haslett and the Redskins' 14 other assistant coaches, also face uncertainty once the season ends.

December 26, 2013

5 questions: On Kirk Cousins, Brian Orakpo and some final appearances

Kirk Cousins will have one last chance to increase his value as quarterback Robert Griffin III sits again.

December 26, 2013

Redskins prepare for mass exodus from roster

Twenty-two players will be free agents following the season, including seven starters on defense. The Redskins should have approximately $25 million available under the salary cap when the new league year begins in March, and that amount should be enough to address many of their concerns.

December 25, 2013