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Washington Bullpen podcast: “I had to stand up” – Politics and sports in the nation’s capital

GAITHERSBURG, Maryland — Ray Schoenke remembers driving through the night from Cleveland to Maryland to make it in time for the practice for Washington’s NFL team in the morning. It was 1966, and he had just been cut from the…

The Shirley Povich Center for Sports Journalism
Falcons and Patriots to test NFL-best turnover rates in Super Bowl

HOUSTON — One of Atlanta Falcons coach Dan Quinn’s favorite football statistics is turnover margin. It’s not reliant on only offensive and defensive successes or lapses, the second-year leader said. Instead, it combines the production to create a comprehensive idea…

The Lombardi Trophy on display, ahead of a press conference by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017. (Callie Caplan/Capital News Service via AP)
Belichick vs. Lombardi: Comparing Patriots’ longtime leader to a coaching legend

When Charley Casserly examines the New England Patriots, the former longtime NFL general manager sees a scheme so comprehensive and inclusive that coach Bill Belichick can succeed with almost any player.

The Shirley Povich Center for Sports Journalism
At his second Super Bowl, former Maryland player faces his ex-teammates

HOUSTON — Joe Vellano couldn’t contain his excitement when he called his father, Paul, on Jan. 17. Five days before the Atlanta Falcons played in the NFC Championship, the practice-squad defensive tackle had earned a spot on the team’s active…

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Thanksgiving Football in Washington? Pass the Sweet Potatoes

Football in Detroit and Dallas is as much a Thanksgiving tradition as the turkey. Not so much in Washington…