Author Archives: Deron Snyder
‘Skins have more important goals than proving Haskins’ manhood
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By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) Football demands a certain level of toughness and bravado from players, who must be genuine only on the former front. Acting like a tough guy is a whole lot easier than … Continue reading
‘Skins next coaching hire likely generic, not name brand
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) The Carolina Panthers have standards. They reached the playoffs in four of the last six season entering this year, including a Super Bowl run in 2015. Over that stretch they posted … Continue reading
Even fans of the ‘Skins (and Wizards) can be thankful
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) Another Thanksgiving is upon us, and do you know what that means? It means we’re about a month away from New Year’s Day and a fresh set of resolutions. Expressing more … Continue reading
Legit concerns about Haskins, but his selfie isn’t one of them
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) Questions about quarterback Dwayne Haskins out-number the answers, a ratio that won’t change anytime soon. With three starts in five NFL appearances – following just one season as Ohio State’s starter … Continue reading
Remainder of season just a series of referendums
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) LANDOVER, Md. — We are long past the stage where wins and losses are overriding concerns for the Washington Redskins this season. Wins and losses on given plays and key drives, … Continue reading
Playing Nicholson yet another bad decision by ‘Skins
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) The Washington Redskins have many weaknesses as an organization and, presumably, some strengths, too. But you won’t find “good judgment” on the latter list. In matters large and small, Washington routinely … Continue reading
Kaepernick’s power move, NFL appeal, are matters of taste
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) Like an expansive all-you-can-eat buffet, five days of Colin Kaepernick and the NFL last week offered something for everyone. The league can claim it tried to do right, offering the … Continue reading
Haskins’ home debut enough for hope, but not win
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) LANDOVER, Md. – Quarterback Dwayne Haskins started at home for the first time Sunday. The outcome was similar to the last game Case Keenum started at FedEx Field. There was also … Continue reading
Suspicious motive for Kaepernick workout hangs on one answer
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) Before Colin Kaepernick does his first stretch, before he runs his first sprint, and before he throws his first pass at Saturday’s NFL workout in Atlanta, there’s likely only one thing … Continue reading
Don’t hold your breath waiting for smarter, wiser NCAA
By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) If you thought a kinder, gentler, NCAA was emerging as it moves toward allowing athletes to monetize their own likeness, name, and image, you’re not paying attention. The letters still stand … Continue reading
