Deron Snyder
Articles by Deron Snyder
Carmelo Anthony’s three gold medals cement his Olympic legacy
No other U.S. player has won three gold medals. He's Team USA's all-time leader in games, points and rebounds. Published August 24, 2016
Rio’s Olympics hangover a warning for future potential hosts
While the rest of the world boards return flights to their day-to-day existence, many Brazilians face bad conditions made worse by the Olympic Games. Published August 22, 2016
Caster Semenya’s appearance being questioned is an unfortunate, unnecessary painful ordeal
A favorite to win gold Saturday at the Rio Olympics in the 800 meters, Semenya has been forced to state her case since catapulting onto the scene in Berlin as an unknown teenager at the 2009 World Championships. Published August 17, 2016
Simone Manuel’s lessons as valuable as her medals
It's impossible to extract the full value of her accomplishments without acknowledging Manuel's African-American heritage. Her background should be highlighted because it adds important context to the story. Published August 15, 2016
Josh Norman going on TV will not be a distraction
Deron Snyder wonders why people think athletes like Norman can't do something on the side and still be successful on game day, when, in fact, they can. Published August 10, 2016
Being on ‘Hard Knocks’ should not be up to Scot McCloughan
The Redskins general manager says he does not want the organization to appear on HBO's inside look at NFL teams. Deron Snyder says it's not up to him, and the NFL may consider McCloughan's stance as fuel to put them on the program. Published August 8, 2016
U.S. women’s basketball team’s dominance shows who’s the real ‘dream team’ in Olympic competition
The USA's real dream team is our women's basketball team, 58-3 all-time in Olympic competition, with sights on a record sixth consecutive gold medal. Published August 3, 2016
Despite expansive evidence to the contrary, some think Tim Tebow can still play
The NFL would be more pleasant with Tebow dispensing joy and sunshine. Unfortunately, listening to his diehard defenders will have to suffice as an added-value proposition, Deron Snyder says. Published August 2, 2016
Michael Jordan comes in late, which is better than never
It's better for Jordan to take a shot and miss, than to remain on the sideline while less luminous figures fire away. Even though he failed to offer his voice on numerous occasions before, much work remains to be done. Published July 27, 2016
Chris Sale won’t be opening a tailoring shop
Once again, it's time to check off some items on Deron Snyder's list of things he does not understand. Remember the Ben Revere-Drew Storen trade? How did that work out? Published July 26, 2016
What NBA teams ‘want,’ players ‘need’ rightfully two different things
GMs are free to deal as they see fit in attempts to build the best team possible. They're encouraged to use draft picks, trades and free-agent signings in an effort to crush the competition and win a championship. But when players take matters into their own hands? Oh no! Published July 20, 2016
Tom Brady accepted his ban, but Roger Goodell is still the villain in ‘Deflategate’
Goodell probably feels vindicated but he's still a villain here. Deflategate has become his personal quest, the latest opportunity to recover from a string of defeats when he has overreached. Published July 18, 2016
Isaiah Crowell, Minnesota Lynx actions show sports, society continue to collide
Sports take place in such public arenas (literally), it's unrealistic to think everyone will get along and play nice without the threat of uniformed, armed police officers on hand. It's also unrealistic to expect lockstep-thinking and behavior from the athletes. They have a platform and some will use it to express their opinions, no matter how they might conflict with your or anyone else's thoughts. Published July 13, 2016
Kirk Cousins, Washington Redskins should not be in a rush to sign new contract
Cousins is worth more to the Redskins than any other team, but that doesn't mean general manger Scot McCloughan should offer a franchise quarterback contract at the moment. There's plenty of time to revisit the issue next offseason. Published July 11, 2016
MLB All-Star game remains best exhibition among four major sports
There are issues with the voting process and rules, but that doesn't mean the All-Star game can't be enjoyed for what it is. Published July 6, 2016
NBA free agency shows capitalism at work
The spending spree that rocked sports since Friday is a simple case of economics and market forces. The reaction from many observers is also a simple matter: They're angry, envious and bitter because NBA players struck it rich instead of them. Published July 4, 2016
Lucas Giolito able to communicate loud and clear what he is about
SNYDER | The rookie's calmness reminds of another Lucas: the smooth character portrayed by Paul Newman in "Cool Hand Luke." Published June 30, 2016
Lucas Giolito calm, cool and collected for Nationals in major-league debut
SNYDER | With the performance he gave in four rain-shortened innings on Tuesday, Giolito was poised and impressive in his major-league debut. The Nationals' top prospect is ready-made for the nickname, "Cool Hand Luke." Published June 29, 2016
NBA, college basketball could have a new problem with ‘prep school loophole’
SNYDER | Thon Maker was able to become draft eligible despite never playing in college or at a pro level in another country. Because of that, a trend could be on the horizon. Published June 28, 2016
NBA draft short, sweet in comparison to counterparts
Compared to other sports, the NBA draft process is short, sweet and stocked with players we've heard of and seen play. It's a one-night-only two-round event that doesn't stretch for days. Published June 22, 2016
