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Don't let the stats fool you; the return of Alex Smith was a triumph in so many ways. But now what? What's the plan at QB for Washington moving forward? Is Dwayne Haskins on the trade block? I'll ask @BenStandig who was in the stadium Sunday. @AfterHoursCBS tonight! #WFT

@jaboch Thanks, Jeff. Soon. Very soon.

@Russellmania621 @Todd_Dybas @john_keim @michaelpRTD @bmcnally14 @SportsCapitolDC @NBCSWashington @BenStandig I enjoyed my membership...very good work guys. I'll be looking for you on new site soon! when do you all get started there?

So @SportsCapitolDC has come to an end today - but here's the exciting reason why! I'm really looking forward to this next venture at @NBCSWashington. Thrilled me, @Todd_Dybas and @BenStandig get to join the crew. Can't wait to get started. wapo.st/2AxW9nu

The first-place Redskins pulled together another one-score win Sunday, this one over the hapless Giants. At 5-2, they are in early control of the NFC East. But, we also have a word of warning: Zorn. bit.ly/2CQJCwG

John Wall and Bradley Beal said personal agendas are playing a part in the Wizards' 1-4 start. That led NBA *detectives* to ponder the unnamed culprit(s). That's part of the problem. bit.ly/2OQZQNE

Numerous injuries provided swift Kapri Bibbs a chance to get on the field. Sunday’s touchdown opened eyes. Without Chris Thompson, Bibbs has shown play-making ability crucial to the Redskins’ desire to use a speed back in conjunction with Adrian Peterson. bit.ly/2EJzI2D

“People draw that conclusion [of being a dirty player] and attack you.” Tom Wilson’s 20-Game suspension has been upheld. Here’s why for @SportsCapitolDC: thesportscapitol.com/2018/10/25/wil…

Analytics folks have argued for years that NFL coaches should be going for it more often on fourth down. It appears the league, including Jay Gruden, is starting to listen. bit.ly/2RcdIyE

Different paths to populating bench produce different results for Raptors, Wizards bit.ly/2PmYGsE

Nathan Walker is soft-spoken when it comes to his success, but he's ready to do whatever it takes to win a roster spot and continue his path to the NHL. My latest for @SportsCapitolDC: thesportscapitol.com/2018/10/24/wal…

Eight seasons into his 10-year deal, there is an argument to be made that Nicklas Backstrom is putting together a resume sufficient for Hall of Fame consideration. His 600th assist was the latest milestone suggesting the possibility. bit.ly/2PkEsjj

The Toronto Raptors used one path to build the league’s best bench. The Wizards used another to construct their second group the last five years. The gaps show in process and results. bit.ly/2PmYGsE

Take me to the podcasts: * Redskins -- How 'bout beating them Cowboys? bit.ly/2EHnB6l * Wizards -- @MrMichaelLee bit.ly/2EILiep * Nationals -- World Series thoughts bit.ly/2ESL9Fx

Take me to the podcasts: * Redskins -- How 'bout beating them Cowboys? bit.ly/2EHnB6l * Wizards -- @MrMichaelLee bit.ly/2EILiep * Nationals -- World Series thoughts bit.ly/2ESL9Fx

The Toronto Raptors used one path to build the league’s best bench. The Wizards used another to construct their second group the last five years. The gaps show in process and results. bit.ly/2PmYGsE

Eight seasons into his 10-year deal, there is an argument to be made that Nicklas Backstrom is putting together a resume sufficient for Hall of Fame consideration. His 600th assist was the latest milestone suggesting the possibility. bit.ly/2PkEsjj

Take me to the podcasts: * Redskins -- How 'bout beating them Cowboys? bit.ly/2EHnB6l * Wizards -- @MrMichaelLee bit.ly/2EILiep * Nationals -- World Series thoughts bit.ly/2ESL9Fx

Scott Brooks is in Year 3 and still searching for answers to many of the same questions. It’s time for him to find the right buttons to push in order to shove this core Wizards group forward. bit.ly/2EB8D1w