Chris Samuels

Shuler is a somewhat conservative Democrat. He opposes abortion and gun control, and also takes a hard line on illegal immigration. These stances are not surprising given the nature of his district. Although this area is historically Democratic, it has a ...  

Thursday Night,  Washington Redskins Fans will celebrate the arrival of their newest addition to the Redskins Nation: Robert Griffin III. According to the Redskins’ press release, “Fans are invited to watch the Redskins select their first ...  

In addition to Baylor's Robert Griffin III, which the team selected with the No. 2 overall pick, the Redskins have three other QBs on their active roster: Rex Grossman, John Beck and Jonathan Crompton. Cousins was the Redskins' third pick of ...  

ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Redskins were serenading the arrival of Robert Griffin III at a draft-day party at FedEx Field when they surprised the football world by drafting another quarterback. However, coach Mike Shanahan quickly deflected talk of a ...  

Cousins was a surprise choice considering the Redskins already took Robert Griffin III in the first round. If both players pan out, then the Redskins have their QB rotation set for the next several years at least. Cousins is an accurate thrower ...  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — After Washington made a blockbuster trade to select Robert Griffin III second overall, the Redskins have drafted Michigan State quarterback Kirk Cousins in the fourth round. The talented Cousins won 27 games as a three-year ...  

Washington's starters were strong linebacker in 2011. London Fletcher made it to another Pro Bowl, and Brian Orakpo and Ryan Kerrigan played well on the outside. Despite the good play the Redskins received at the position, they have very little depth.  

The Washington Redskins entered the draft's final round with an extra pick, courtesy of a trade with the Buffalo Bills . They used their two selections to take first SMU defensive back Richard Crawford. Crawford is the second player from SMU chosen by the Redskins, along with third-round pick guard Josh LeRibeus. He is a 5'11", 189-pound cornerback, who showed a knack for getting his hands on ...  

The Redskins still need to fill a number of holes, mostly in the secondary. They need to find a corner who can cover in the slot as well as a safety — free or strong. The Redskins lack speed at safety, which is a problem as more teams use ...  

The Washington Redskins added a potential franchise quarterback and used the rest of their selections on unheralded development prospects. They covered their needs, adding numbers to both the offensive line and secondary.However, some of the Redskins' mid-round selections were a little underwhelming, given the names they had been linked with prior to the draft. There was also an inevitable and healthy amount of draft day controversy involving...  

The Washington Redskins traded with the Pittsburgh Steelers to secure a second sixth-round choice. They used this pick to select offensive tackle Tom Compton. The South Dakota product becomes the third offensive lineman added by the Redskins since the draft's first day.This was a nice late-round pick from Mike Shanahan and Bruce Allen. Compton is an intelligent and mobile blocker, with the kind of attributes that could help him thrive in...  

How he fits: Despite what Donovan McNabb says, Griffin is an excellent fit in Mike Shanahan's system. His athleticism will make him deadly on bootlegs, and his arm strength complements the downfield attack favored by offensive coordinator Kyle ...  

Rex Grossman and John Beck combined to put together a 5-11 record last year, Washington's fourth consecutive last-place finish in the NFC East. Coach Mike Shanahan won a pair of Super Bowls with John Elway and the Denver Broncos in the late 1990s ...  

The Washington Redskins look poised to acquire their first franchise quarterback since Brad Johnson was under center in 2000. The traded their top two picks in this year's draft, along with two other number one picks to the St. Louis Rams to ...  

Anyone considering the Andrew Luck alternative at this point is kidding themselves ... (3-4), Philip Blake (3-4), Senio Kelemete (4), Will Blackwell (4), Ryan Miller (4), Rishaw Johnson (4-5). S: Markelle Martin (3), Trumaine Johnson (3 ...  

You've seen Robert Griffin III wear a Washington Redskins draft hat. You've seen him hold up a Redskins jersey. Now see RGIII like you've never seen him before: in full Redskins uniform. Yeah, that's nice. Adam Vingan is co-founder and editor of Kings Of ...  

The 2012 NFL Draft has come and gone, and now we look forward to start of mini-camps and offseason training. The Washington Redskins draft was highlighted by the selection of Robert Griffin III as the apparent franchise quarterback. A slew of less than sexy selections rounded out draft weekend with the only other storyline being the controversy caused by drafting Kirk Cousins. Despite the enthusiasm for the NFL Draft, there is an important...  

Adam Gettis’ new job? Protecting the 2011 Heisman Trophy winner. The guard from Frankfort was the first local player taken Saturday on the final day of the NFL Draft as the Washington Redskins chose him with the sixth pick of the fifth round (141st overall). Gettis, a product of Lincoln-Way East and the University of Iowa, joins a Redskins draft class that includes...  

Newcomers Madieu Williams and Brandon Merriweather will compete against the questionable returning pair of Reed Doughty and DeJon Gomes. 3) The Tight End Situation Chris Cooley enthusiasts beware: Captain Chaos' job might be in jeopardy. Head Coach Mike ...  

Earlier I called your attention to a fun quote from Redskins draft pick Keenan Robinson about Robert Griffin III. Prior to the Baylor-Texas matchup, Robinson made it clear that he wasn’t planning on giving Griffin (who was still in his Heisman campaign) much room: “We don’t plan on letting anyone win the Heisman against us.” Read full article >>  

LaVar Arrington, Dan Steinberg and Jason Reid joined Jonathan Forsythe on this week’s webcast to discuss Alex Ovechkin’s shrinking time on the ice during the Rangers-Caps series and whether or not that’s a good thing. They talked about Bryce Harper’s appearance on the Mall and his upcoming appearance in Nationals Park tonight. And they debated the reasons why Redskins coach Mike Shanahan selected Kirk Cousins in the NFL Draft’s 4th round...  

Any number of issues can be discussed regarding the 2012 edition of the Washington Redskins. Will tight end Chris Cooley recover fully from knee surgery? Will wide receiver Santana Moss be replaced in the starting lineup by free-agent additions ...  

We’ve heard from a great many Redskins about the team’s trade for the No. 2 draft pick, but I don’t believe we’ve yet heard from Brian Orakpo. And with LaRon Landry gone, London Fletcher’s status uncertain, Rex Grossman displaced by events and Chris Cooley coming off a serious injury, Orakpo is perhaps the player best suited to speak for for the rest of the team. So here he is, speaking to Hogs Haven about the trade. Read full article...  

In football years it's a different story, though. With up-and-coming stalwart Fred Davis looking to improve on an impressive 2011 season and converted receiver Niles Paul looking to make a name for himself at his new station, it begs the question ...  

Chris Cooley ran around the Washington Redskins‘ indoor practice facility Monday with his bare left knee exposed for all to see. He wore no brace, no wrap, no nothing. He just played football. Cooley blocked the defensive end on one play ...  

Tight end Chris Cooley said after participating in Monday’s practice at Redskins Park that his once ailing left knee is sound and he’s eager to demonstrate that he can be a major contributor to the Washington Redskins’ offense again.  

We’ll start with Chris Cooley, the two-time Pro Bowl tight end. His year was pretty much a waste (eight catches, 65 yards, zero touchdowns, 15 knee drainings) because he had cartilage surgery in January and, left to his own devices for several ...  

One veteran in particular that has been impressed with the Heisman Trophy winner is Chris Cooley, who is returning following ... Redskins for FNN Media and also works for CBS Radio in Washington DC. He is a member of the Pro Football Writers of America.  

Davis shouldn't be Cooley's concern. Niles Paul will be given a significant opportunity to steal playing time from number 47. A second-year converted wide receiver, Paul's speed and upside have drawn comparisons to Shannon Sharpe. This hasn't perturbed ...  

Bleacher ReportWashington Redskins' Final 53-Man Roster: Who Makes the Cut?Bleacher ReportOne of the largest questions entering the season is what the Redskins plan on doing with tight end Chris Cooley. Not only does he seem to be breaking down physically, but his 2012 cap hit isn't exactly front office friendly.and more »  

Washington Redskins tight end Chris Cooley has encountered no setbacks with the left knee that landed him on injured reserve last season, his coach, Mike Shanahan, said in a news conference Sunday. Cooley is no longer dealing with swelling in the knee ...  

Washington Redskins tight end Chris Cooley has encountered no setbacks with the left knee that landed him on injured reserve last season, coach Mike Shanahan said in a news conference Sunday. Cooley is no longer dealing with swelling in the knee ...  

The Washington Redskins announced the signings of seventh-round draft picks Richard Crawford and Jordan Bernstine on Friday afternoon. On Saturday, fifth-round selection Adam Gettis became the third member of the Redskins’ rookie draft class to sign.  

CBSSports.comRedskins make curious move with Kirk CousinsCBSSports.com (blog)By Derek Harper | The Sports Xchange/CBSSports.com By Len Pasquarelli Just for the record, Kirk Cousins actually won more games in college than Robert Griffin III (27-23), and in one fewer start (39-40), and so the notion that the Washington Redskins ...Redskins draft another QB: Michigan State's CousinsYahoo! Sportsall 131 news articles »  

Using one of their picks in the seventh round of the 2012 NFL draft (number 213 overall), the Washington Redskins selected defensive back Richard Crawford from Southern Methodist University. Crawford played corner for the Mustangs but was also ...  

RG3 was the Redskins draft. They didn't pick again until the No. 71, and the next two picks were a backup guard and a backup quarterback. (A perfectly defensible decision.) Help isn't coming for Griffin from this draft. You simply can't count on finding ...  

Speaking of a plan B, what is the Redskins’ Plan B for their tight end situation? Chris Cooley and Fred Davis have Pro Bowl potential when they aren’t injured or suspended respectively. Cooley has missed 20 games in the past three years due to injury.  

No mention of Grossman's 2011 backup, John Beck, whom the Redskins put out to sea over the weekend ... on Cousins and waited until the sixth round for a tackle, when they took Tom Compton from South Dakota. While ESPN rates Compton as "durable and reliable ...  

Vick takes some mean licks, and in 10 seasons has played all 16 games only once. What happens if Griffin does get hurt? Grossman knows the offense and is fearless, but he keeps both teams in games. After a year or two of grooming, Cousins should develop ...  

(AP) The Redskins have stuck with their Texas theme and selected SMU cornerback Richard Crawford with the first of their ... Redskins select G LeRibeus of SMU in 3rd round The Associated Press Redskins draft Iowa G Adam Gettis in 5th … ASHBURN, Va.  

VERMILLION, S.D. -- The phone call Tom Compton had been waiting for finally came Saturday afternoon. Compton, a 6-5, 315-pound offensive lineman from the University of South Dakota, was selected with the 193rd pick in the sixth round of the NFL draft by ...  

One of my favorite days of the year is the Saturday of the NFL draft. The way the draft is structured ... tailgate.... The scene outside the Redskins team store...RG3 jerseys were on sale for $115. The most popular buys seemed to be all the ...  

The Redskins continued to address the offensive side of the ball in the sixth round of the draft, selecting running back Alfred Morris with the 173rd pick and tackle Tom Compton with the 193rd. Morris is a straightforward runner at 5-foot-10 ...  

Let’s take a look at some failed quotes of Redskins draft pasts. 2010 - Redskins select Trent Williams #4 overall I think all this talk about Williams being a lazy pot smoker is just some smokescreen from another team trying to move up to get him.  

Zebrie Sanders from Florida State is probably the safe pick, however I think the Redskins need to seriously consider James Brown from Troy. Yes he played in the Sun Belt conference, but he also played at the Senior Bowl and shined against elite talent ...  

He was eventually beaten out by Gus Frerotte, whom the Redskins took in the seventh round. With its second pick in Saturday's fourth round, Washington took Texas linebacker Keenan Robinson with a selection obtained in a trade with Pittsburgh.  

(Andrew Harnik/The Washington Times ... and 2011 undrafted free agent Willie Smith struggled with a tendency to bend at the waist and lunge. As usual, the competition for offensive line spots will be a major storyline. There could be some ...  

I say this team didn’t have the luxury of getting rid of so many picks to get Griffin in the first place. Obviously Mike Shanahan couldn’t care less about that memo; in fact, he may be the only person who knows what he’s trying to do with ...  

The Redskins took another step to shore up the offensive line Saturday by selecting Iowa right guard Adam Gettis in the fifth round. Gettis (6’2”, 193 at the combine) played left and right guard at Iowa where he earned the Hayden Fry ...  

The fan favorite is Chris Cooley, who missed 11 games with hand and knee ... and $6.23 million is a lot for Cooley if he can't get on the field. They could ask him to take a pay cut or restructure, but their leverage in such a negotiation ...  

ASHBURN – Washington Redskins head coach Mike Shanahan said tight end Chris Cooley “feels as good as he’s felt for the last couple years” after speaking to him earlier Wednesday. Cooley, who went on injured reserve on Oct. 25 after ...  

L owners voted without opposition to approve proposed penalties totaling $46 million in 2012 salary-cap space subtracted from the Washington Redskins and Dallas Cowboys. With one owner abstaining, owners backed the NFL ruling handed down last week to expunge $36 million of 2012 cap...  

The NFL may be worried about bounties and salary cap penalties right now, but when those stories die down and the long offseason eventually begins, the bit story on everybody's plate will undoubtedly be the rapidly growing numbers of former NFL players who have banded together to file several lawsuits against the league, claiming that in their days, the NFL knew about the effects of concussions and did little to protect them. The latest...  

It's never good when you're on a panel with Skip Bayless and can legitimately be referred to as "the childish one." That's the position in which Donovan McNabb found himself on Thursday morning when he used an appearance on ESPN's "First Take" to self-servingly blast Mike Shanahan and the Washington Redskins for his ill-fated year in the burgundy and gold and to claim that Robert Griffin III won't work in the team's offensive system. "I was...  

NFL fans hear the term franchise quarterback thrown around quite often. When one hears that reference, the names mentioned in present day are Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, and Ben Roethlisberger. One team that has not been associated with a franchise quarterback in some time is the...  

Former Redskins quarterback Donovan McNabb wonders whether Washington coach Mike Shanahan will be able to get the most out of Robert Griffin III if, as expected, the team drafts the Heisman Trophy winner. During an appearance Thursday on ESPN2's "First Take," McNabb was asked whether Shanahan is a good fit for the Baylor quarterback known as RG3.  

The Washington Redskins are apparently confident enough that they will select quarterback Robert Griffin III in the NFL draft that their offensive coordinator reportedly has several visits scheduled to see him. Offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan was set to visit Griffin III in...  

Any website can post "offseason grades" for NFL teams, mixing the draft and free agency into transaction soup, then straining it through the mind of some sportswriter who doesn't know who half the players are. Only the Shutdown Corner has … Continue reading →  

Hail to the Redskins/Hail Victory/Braves on the warpath/Make jersey history When Robert Griffin III was introduced at last month's NFL draft, many took note of the fact that the back of his Washington Redskins jersey included the roman numeral at the end of his surname. According to Paul Lukas of Uni Watch, it's a historic inclusion. Lukas says, as far as he can tell, Griffin will become the first player in major American sports to have a...  

Just for the record, Kirk Cousins actually won more games in college than Robert Griffin III (27-23), and in one fewer start (39-40), and so the notion that the Washington Redskins would actually select the former Michigan State standout in the fourth round on Saturday is not altogether ludicrous.  

In two days, Robert Griffin III will hear his name called as the second-overall selection in the 2012 NFL draft, and the Washington Redskins' next franchise quarterback. No conjecture or surprise there. Where it gets interesting, of course, is when RGIII finally hits the field in an NFL game, and we see how all of his attributes -- the mobility, the game intelligence, the freakish deep accuracy -- transfer to the pros. In the meantime, Mr...  

ASHBURN, Va. -- How excited was Robert Griffin III to officially become a Redskin on Thursday night? So excited that not only did the second overall pick wear burgundy and gold striped socks to the draft in New York, but he opened his conference calls with Washington's media by singing, "Hail To The Redskins."  

The special master who heard the appeal of the Cowboys and Redskins granted the NFL's motion to dismiss a grievance, upholding two-year penalties structured to dissolve $36 million of cap space for Washington with Dallas losing $10 million.  

While Robert Griffin III was being feted as the newly chosen face of the Redskins at a draft-day party at FedEx Field, in a surprising move Washington selected another quarterback.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) The Washington Redskins were serenading the arrival of Robert Griffin III at a draft-day party at FedEx Field when they surprised the football world by drafting another quarterback.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) Washington Redskins coach Mike Shanahan was knocked to the turf when defensive back Brandyn Thompson slammed into him on a play during the team's first full-squad workout in its new indoor practice field.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) After Washington made a blockbuster trade to select Robert Griffin III second overall, the Redskins have drafted Michigan State quarterback Kirk Cousins in the fourth round.  

The NFL is seeking to have the appeals of the Redskins’ and the Cowboys’ salary-cap penalties dismissed, according a report Friday by the Washington Post, following up on an earlier report by ProFootballTalk.com.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) No sense fooling around with a talent like Robert Griffin III. Barely a week after the draft, the Washington Redskins are already proclaiming the Heisman Trophy winner their No. 1 quarterback.  

After weeks of negotiations, the Redskins finally reached a deal on Friday with free-agent MLB London Fletcher. The news came courtesy of the Pro Bowler himself, who tweeted the announcement.  

With the third pick in the sixth round (#173 overall), the Washington Redskins drafted running back Alfred Morris from Florida Atlantic University.  

The Dallas Cowboys and Washington Redskins will have salary caps reduced over the next two years as a punishment for 2010 contract moves, the National Football League said on Tuesday.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) Washington has selected Florida Atlantic running back Alfred Morris with the first of its two picks in the sixth round of the NFL draft.  

The Redskins have signed PK Neil Rackers to a one-year deal, according to PFW Texans correspondent John McClain of the Houston Chronicle. Financial terms were not announced.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) The Redskins have selected another offensive lineman in the NFL draft, taking Iowa guard Adam Gettis in the fifth round.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) The Redskins have stuck with their Texas theme and selected SMU cornerback Richard Crawford with the first of their two seventh-round selections.  

In what should come as a surprise to no one, the Washington general manager Bruce Allen confirmed to NFL Network that Robert Griffin III will be the team's choice.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) The Washington Redskins have signed free agent safety Tanard Jackson, who was released by Tampa Bay earlier this week after failing a physical.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) Linebacker Keenan Robinson has signed a contract with the Washington Redskins, who picked him in the fourth round of last month's NFL draft.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) With its second pick in the fourth Washington has selected Texas linebacker Keenan Robinson.  

He's already the face of the Washington Redskins, but who knew he was such a romantic?Robert Griffin III made his late night TV debut on NBC's "To...  

Washington Redskins safety Brandon Meriweather was arrested for driving under the influence Thursday morning in Arlington, Va., CBSDC.com reported.  

After selecting quarterbacks with two of their first three selections in the NFL draft, the Redskins released a veteran signalcaller on Saturday.  

The Washington Redskins added a three-year veteran to their linebacker corps on Monday when they signed former Giants linebacker Jonathan Goff.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) The Washington Redskins have signed free agent linebacker Chris Wilson, who returns to the team after two years in the CFL.  

The arbitration hearing between the NFL, Dallas Cowboys and Washington Redskins on the team's salary-cap penalties is scheduled for May 10.  

Redskins S Brandon Meriweather was arrested early Thursday on suspicion of driving under the influence, according to WJLA in Arlington, VA.  

ATLANTA (AP) An arbitrator upheld the NFL's salary cap reductions on the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Redskins for this season and next.  

The Redskins have re-signed OLB Chris Wilson, who played with the team from 2007-10. Terms and conditions of the deal were not announced.  

The NFL reportedly has asked a special master to dismiss a salary-cap grievance filed by the Dallas Cowboys and the Washington Redskins.  

Washington Redskins coach Mike Shanahan on Sunday named newly drafted quarterback Robert Griffin III as the team's starting quarterback.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) The Washington Redskins have signed seventh-round draft picks cornerback Richard Crawford and safety Jordan Bernstine.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) The Washington Redskins will celebrate their 80th anniversary season with a new dome and some old-looking uniforms.  

The Washington Redskins have signed seventh-round picks Cornerback Richard Crawford and Jordan Bernstine, the team announced Friday.  

NEW YORK (AP) The Dallas Cowboys and Washington Redskins have had their appeals heard on the NFL's reductions to their salary caps.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) Washington has taken South Dakota offensive tackle Tom Compton in the sixth round of the NFL draft.  

The rookie quarterback has made a strong impression in workouts, zipping passes 70 yards while rolling to his left.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) The Washington Redskins have released veteran Jabar Gaffney, their leading receiver last season.  

FedEx is shrinking again. A year after the Washington Redskins removed a substantial portion of seats from the...  

The Redskins have agreed to a contract with LB Bryan Kehl. Terms and conditions of the deal were not announced.  

The NFL has punished the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Redskins for dumping salaries into the uncapped year...  

The Washington Redskins are releasing quarterback John Beck, who started three games for them last season.  

The Redskins have released WR Jabar Gaffney; the news was first reported by Jason Cole of Yahoo! Sports.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) Free agent running back Tim Hightower has re-signed with the Washington Redskins.  

The Redskins signed fourth-round pick Kirk Cousins, the 102nd overall selection in the 2012 draft.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) The Washington Redskins have signed fifth-round draft pick Adam Gettis of Iowa.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) Veteran free agent kicker Neil Rackers has signed with the Washington Redskins.  

Update: The Redskins selected Griffin in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft, second overall.  

The defender admits that he would be disappointed if RG3 went to Colts instead of Washington.  

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) The Washington Redskins have signed free agent offensive lineman James Lee.  

Redskins rookie QB taking selfless approach  

The Washington Redskins re-signed free agent running back Tim Hightower to a one-year deal.  

Tim Hightower is ready to give it another run in Washington.  

'Skins must prep rookie QB, adjust offensive scheme.  

'Skins must prep rookie QB, adjust offensive scheme.  

Update: Beck was cut by the Redskins on Saturday, NFL.com's Michael Lombardi reports.  

The No. 2 pick in the NFL draft will be the No. 1 guy in Washington this season.  

Washington took its QB of the future, but then used another selection on a second passer.  

The Washington Redskins announced wide receiver Jabar Gaffney was released Tuesday.  

Free agent kicker Neil Rackers signed with the Washington Redskins on Wednesday.  

Redskins pull the trigger on another quarterback at the start of Day 3.