The ten latest exclusive Washington Redskins, Washington Capitals, and NFL Draft news and articles by www.thehogs.net. en-us http://www.thehogs.net/content http://www.thehogs.net/content/index.php?id=1412 In the 2013 draft, the Redskins addressed needs of all kinds. First they selected cornerback David Amerson from North Carolina State, who led the NCAA with 13 interceptions as a sophomore in 2011. Struggling in coverage last season, Amerson's draft stock dropped but he still managed five interceptions and 61 tackles. Patience paid off for Washington as two ball-hawking safeties fell to them in the fourth and sixth rounds. Fresno State free safety Phillip Thomas was chosen at 119th overall af... Sat, 27 Apr 2013 11:00:00 CDT http://www.thehogs.net/content/index.php?id=1411 In rounds two and three, the Washington Redskins selected North Carolina State cornerback David Amerson (51st overall) and Florida tight end Jordan Reed (85th overall). With D.J. Swearinger and Phillip Thomas still available in the second and third rounds, respectively, the Redskins opted not to select a safety with either of their first two picks. Instead, the team picked up two players who could play bigger roles when 2014 rolls around. The team's top three cornerbacks (DeAngelo Hall, Josh ... Fri, 26 Apr 2013 11:00:00 CDT http://www.thehogs.net/content/index.php?id=1410 The Redskins showed a newfound level of maturity and restraint (albeit forced because of the cap penalty) and laid low as the Miami Dolphins took center stage on the first day of the new league year. Washington engaged in a less reactionary approach and focused more on taking care of their own, re-signing punter Sav Rocca to a two-year deal and defensive lineman Kedric Golston to a three-year deal. The big news of the day came from J.R. Rickert, the agent for special teams captain Lorenzo... Tue, 12 Mar 2013 11:00:00 CDT http://www.thehogs.net/content/index.php?id=1408 The Redskins were rumored to be planning a halt to the start of the 2013 Free Agency period, this started a lot of buzz about what the team would do, Was it a bluff? Does “the Danny” have something up his sleeve? With all the talk of the “Logo” and the Redskins name being under attack by those that say it's offensive. Word leaked the Redskins had something cooking... In the end even the NFLPA wanted in on some of the action. The same NFLPA that could have prevented all of this (and had a stronge... Mon, 11 Mar 2013 11:00:00 CDT http://www.thehogs.net/content/index.php?id=1409 While battling the second half of their $36 million cap penalty that was imposed on free agency eve last year, the Redskins were still able to retain six of their own free agents and sign a veteran offensive lineman. To make those moves happen, they had to let go of the best member of their secondary and restructure another veteran's contract. The action began Saturday when Washington re-signed three restricted free agents: tight end Logan Paulsen (three-year deal); fullback Darrel Young (thr... Mon, 11 Mar 2013 11:00:00 CDT http://www.thehogs.net/content/index.php?id=1407 For the first time in 13 years, the Redskins won the NFC East and are preparing to host a playoff game at FedEx Field. Following a memorable 28-18 victory over the archrival Dallas Cowboys last week that capped off their longest winning streak since 1996, the Redskins seek to avenge a postseason nemesis that has haunted them twice in the past seven seasons. In 2005, the Redskins reeled off five straight victories to close out a 10-6 regular season. With very little offensive production, t... Sat, 5 Jan 2013 11:00:00 CST http://www.thehogs.net/content/index.php?id=1406 It was a day of firsts for the Redskins as they forged ahead with a 27-20 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. The Redskins now maintain sole possession of first place in the NFC East after Week 16 for the first time since 1999. They have won six straight regular season games for the first time since 1996 and have won six overall for the first time since 2005 when they won their final five regular season games and a wild card playoff matchup. Robert Griffin III ... Mon, 24 Dec 2012 11:00:00 CST http://www.thehogs.net/content/index.php?id=1405 Five years ago today, the Washington Redskins suffered a tragic loss when Pro Bowl safety Sean Taylor died of a gunshot wound at the age of 24. The news came as a shock and took a lot of time to accept for many people in the D.C. and Miami areas. For Sean's father, Pete Taylor, faith helped guide him through the acceptance process. "As a father," Taylor says, "you still deal with it in a private setting and you respect and honor what God has done and know he makes no mistakes." T... Tue, 27 Nov 2012 11:00:00 CST http://www.thehogs.net/content/index.php?id=1404 Here are some of the more interesting, and/or poignant numbers and statistics from the Washington Redskins impressive 40-32 victory over the New Orleans Saints at the Superdome: 464 - Total yards of offense for the Redskins. Not a bad debut for an offense that contains a lot of new pieces and had several question marks. The Saints had 358 total yards. 320 - Yards passing for Robert Griffin III in his NFL debut. Why would anyone be surprised that a superstar like RGIII would dazzle in his f... Sun, 9 Sep 2012 11:00:00 CDT http://www.thehogs.net/content/index.php?id=1403 Not since the days of Chip Lohmiller have the Redskins been set at kicker. Since his departure after the 1994 season, Washington has seen 17 kickers take the field, including five in the 2000 season alone. You read that correctly; the Redskins have averaged one kicker a year for the last 17 seasons. This summer, there is a legitimate kicking challenge that will take place in Ashburn. The incumbent Graham Gano has been the burgundy and gold's primary kicker since the final four games of the 20... Wed, 18 Jul 2012 11:00:00 CDT