Author Archives: Deron Snyder
RG3, Jay Gruden saga takes another unexpected twist
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By DERON SNYDER Here we go. Quiet on the set. “Take 5! Robert Griffin III, Washington’s would-be franchise QB … action!” Or is this Take 6? It’s hard to keep count. In any case, RG3 has resumed his star role … Continue reading
Saunders could flip out wondering what could’ve been with Wizards
By DERON SNYDER The Wizards have flipped the script on the NBA. But the transformation occurred way too late to help Flip. Minnesota coach Flip Saunders will hardly recognize what he sees when the Timberwolves hit the court Tuesday night … Continue reading
No other big-time rivalry, college or pro, is quite like Army-Navy
By DERON SNYDER BALTIMORE – In a major way, the 115th rendition of Army-Navy was like the first 114 meetings, because it was more than just a game. On the field, though, it resembled the previous 13 contests in the … Continue reading
THE LOWE DOWN: Could You be King?
Could you be King? If the world needed you, would the kids eat or starve because they trusted you? If the mothers and daughters depended on you, put their faith in you, said they’d never ever stray from you? Could … Continue reading
Thankfully, LeBron, D-Rose and others are willing to address racism
By DERON SNYDER A series of recent public service announcements about domestic violence and sexual assault features celebrities as well as current and former NFL players. Other athletes and celebrities – such as Lance Armstrong, Drew Brees and Jim Kelly … Continue reading
UAB’s decision to end football program could cause ripple effect
By DERON SNYDER It takes a lot to make grown men cry. Like losing their college football team. On Sunday, teams in the Football Bowl Subdivision awaited the announcement of postseason pairings. But fans, coaches and players at the University … Continue reading
Clock ticking on Jay Gruden but how much time remains?
By DERON SNYDER Jay Gruden faced a gargantuan task when he accepted the job as head coach of Washington’s NFL team in January. The franchise has been mired in less-than-mediocrity for the better part of two decades and changing such … Continue reading
THE LOWE DOWN: Through the Comfort of Chaos
Engulfed in my madness While keeping a straight face No jurisdiction, over this occupied space Through the comfort of chaos I continue to win Hollow victories on the outside … Continue reading
Washington’s troubles run far deeper than starting quarterback
By DERON SNYDER Benching Robert Griffin III didn’t work, at least not in terms of beating Indianapolis. Can Jay Gruden bench the entire secondary? Can he demote defensive coordinator Jim Haslett and promote any assistant not named Raheem Morris? Hired … Continue reading
Wizards have opening in DMV sports scene as NFL team wallows
By DERON SNYDER The Washington Wizards would never wish misfortune upon their football counterparts. But the D.C. hoopsters certainly don’t mind reaping benefits in a market that’s weary of gridiron futility – and weary of dissecting it, digesting it and … Continue reading
