Author Archives: Deron Snyder
National anthem protests in sports, national obsession outside sports
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By DERON SNYDER (as published in The Washington Times) Remember when the national anthem prior to games was such a big deal that networks didn’t bother televising it? When many fans barely paid attention, too concerned with their concessions and … Continue reading
Kirk Cousins is a topic of discussion, even when he’s not
By DERON SNYDER EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. – The weekly referendum began with Kirk Cousins leading Washington to a field goal. And then another three points on the ensuing possession and another don’t-come-away-empty drive on the third series. It ended with … Continue reading
Washington drama resurfaces but Patriots humming like clockwork
By DERON SNYDER Once again, it’s time to check off some items on my “TIDU List” – Things I Don’t Understand: *Why controversy always surrounds Washington’s NFL team. It didn’t take long for GM Scot McCloughan to stamp his identity … Continue reading
Today’s generation of athletes saying bye-bye to bully coaches
By DERON SNYDER There aren’t many instances when “soft” is viewed positively in the world of sports. A soft touch on jump shots and fade routes is good. So are soft hands for catching hard passes and wicked grounders. There … Continue reading
Washington corners not in stone after all
By DERON SNYDER LANDOVER, Md. – As you would imagine, Washington cornerbacks Bashaud Breeland and Josh Norman weren’t in great moods following Sunday’s 27-23 loss against Dallas game. Breeland had spent the entire week at the center of a national … Continue reading
RG3’s sad career summed up in one violent, bone-crushing hit
By DERON SNYDER Raise your hand if you heard of the coracoid bone before this week. I suspect I’m not alone in my ignorance regarding that segment of the human anatomy. Now raise your hand if you’re surprised Robert Griffin … Continue reading
A startling start for Washington in beatdown by Steelers
By DERON SNYDER LANDOVER, Md. – There’s nothing like the season-opening game at home, when last year’s memories are fresh and hopes for the new campaign are high. And when you’re trying to establish yourself as a bona fide contender, … Continue reading
Officials’ goof in Oklahoma State game warrants a reversal
By DERON SNYDER To err is human and to forgive is divine. But to reject correction is stupid. I’m all for the human element in sports, where receivers drop passes, infielders boot grounders and point guards blow lay-ups. Those mistakes … Continue reading
Dan Snyder’s search for new stadium puts region on notice
By DERON SNYDER The upcoming NFL season at FedEx Field won’t be the last. But the clock is ticking and it’s likely to run out before Washington’s lease expires in 11 years. Team owner Dan Snyder, recently appointed to the … Continue reading
Trevor Siemian – aka ‘Who?’ – has big shoes to fill for Denver Broncos
By DERON SNYDER The Carolina Panthers don’t want us to call Thursday night’s season opener a rematch and that seems like a reasonable request. Not because Denver defeated Carolina in Super Bowl 50 and associating the new season with that … Continue reading
