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A tale of 2 futures: Nats with, without Bryce Harper
As the Washington Nationals report to Spring Training, they face two starkly different possible futures: one with, and one without their superstar outfielder Bryce Harper.
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Super Bowl LIII takeaway: Patriots’ win shows flaws in McVay logic
The NFL’s white knight, Sean McVay, was outcoached in every way in Super Bowl LIII. Rob Woodfork says Brian Flores’ incredible run as Patriots defensive coordinator further demonstrates how misguided the league’s obsession with replicating McVay really is.
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Super Bowl LIII Precap: Putting Patriots’ dynasty in perspective
The New England Patriots won their first Super Bowl in 2002, kicking off the greatest dynasty in pro sports. Rob Woodfork takes us on a trip down memory lane and highlights how much has changed since then.
3 weeks ago -
Column: An offer for Bryce Harper and Manny Machado that makes sense
The surprisingly bare free agent market for Bryce Harper and Manny Machado may mean that neither player lands the deal he expected. Could there be a different kind of offer that makes sense for both the players and the teams?
4 weeks ago -
Column: A beginner’s guide to betting on NFL Conference Championships
If you live in one of the states where sports betting is already legal, and you’re looking for a rooting interest in the NFL Conference Championship games Sunday, WTOP’s Chris Cichon has some tips to share.
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Column: NFL’s coaching hires reflect a disturbing trend
The Sean McVay Effect is real — and it’s only the latest in a long line of reasons NFL owners are passing on qualified minority coaches, says Rob Woodfork.
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Column: Now is the time to expand the College Football Playoff
The only fair College Football Playoff system is a one that gives everyone a chance to take part, at the very least. It’s time to expand the field.
2 months ago -
Column: The NFL is America
The National Football League is the most popular expression of America’s most popular sport — and also a reflection of the systemic power structures and injustices of our broader society.
2 months ago -
Column: Will the Raiders’ finale be fiasco or relief?
The Oakland Raiders are about to play their final home game at Oakland Coliseum in primetime. Will it be a fond farewell or a Black Hole hellscape? Rob Woodfork asks a pair of lifelong fans in the NFL Week 16 Wrap.
2 months ago -
Column: Is the Patriots dynasty over?
The New England Patriots didn’t just lose a close game to a struggling opponent they usually beat Sunday, they lost whatever was left of their mystique. Rob Woodfork said in the NFL Week 15 Wrap, the NFL’s greatest dynasty is coming to an abrupt close.
2 months ago -
Column: Redskins unwittingly prove Kaepernick’s worth
Colin Kaepernick would be a good fit in Washington — and everything that happened Sunday proved it, says Rob Woodfork in the NFL Week 14 Wrap.
2 months ago -
Redskins show no signs of life, lose to the Giants
Mark Sanchez made his first start and was very ineffective, completing 6-14 passes for 38 yards and two interceptions, one of which was returned nine yards for a touchdown.
3 months ago -
Column: The NFL’s broken system is endangering women
The Kareem Hunt incident is the latest example of the NFL not taking domestic violence seriously, only the public outcry it generates. This has a domino effect that creates a less safe environment for women, says Rob Woodfork in the NFL Week 13 Wrap.
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Column: Skins’ explanation of Reuben Foster claim makes entire endeavor worse
Washington’s claim of Reuben Foster when no other NFL team would touch him seemed bad enough. Thursday, Doug Williams made the entire ordeal that much worse.
3 months ago -
Column: MLB was taught a hard lesson in politics — did it learn anything?
Major League Baseball is feeling the backlash from their donations to a controversial Senate candidate. Will the league still try to have it both ways going forward?
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