Rich Campbell
Articles by Rich Campbell
Lowly Vikings trip up Redskins 33-26
Brandon Banks launched all 5-foot-7, 155 pounds of his body up and barely over the wall behind the end zone at the East end of FedEx Field late Sunday afternoon. The Washington Redskins sparkplug receiver partially disappeared in a sea of delirious fans who joined him in celebrating his game-tying 59-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter. Published December 24, 2011
Redskins vs. Vikings: 5 Questions
Five questions to keep in mind when Washington hosts the Vikings in Week 16. Published December 22, 2011
At 36, Redskins’ tackle-machine London Fletcher is having a career year
Stand close enough to London Fletcher, and you'll notice the white hairs streaking his chin. That's not what you expect to see on the NFL's leading tackler. Published December 22, 2011
Redskins’ Roy Helu collecting bumps, bruises with carries
Running back Roy Helu ended up on the Washington Redskins' injury report this week after amassing 116 touches in the past four games. His banged up knee and toe are improving, though, ahead of Saturdays game against the Minnesota Vikings. Published December 22, 2011
Willie Smith’s biggest test may come from Jared Allen
Willie Smith has had quite an introduction to the NFL. The Washington Redskins' undrafted rookie left tackle has faced New England's Andre Carter and the New York Giants' Jason Pierre-Paul in his first two games. Those two defensive ends have combined for 23.5 sacks this season. Published December 21, 2011
Redskins-Giants film review: Offense
A review of the best and worst performances by the Washington Redskins' offense and some observations after re-watching the TV broadcast of their 23-10 win over the New York Giants. Published December 20, 2011
Strong finish can build momentum for Redskins
Santana Moss fastened the buttons on his red-and-green plaid shirt inside the MetLife Stadium visitor's locker room late Sunday afternoon and let the holiday spirit take over. Published December 19, 2011
Redskins’ Darrel Young has a ball scoring touchdown as a starter
Darrel Young kept the football from his first career NFL touchdown last season, and he made sure to get the one he carried into the end zone Sunday in the Washington Redskins' 23-10 win over the New York Giants. Published December 18, 2011
Rex Grossman’s resilience shines through in Redskins’ victory
Rex Grossman did his best Joe Namath impersonation after the Washington Redskins' 23-10 victory over the New York Giants on Sunday. As he trotted into the tunnel, the first player off the field, he wagged his index finger at the Giants fans who were showering him with pleasantries not suitable for print. Published December 18, 2011
Redskins relish first Giant sweep since ‘99
Some Redskins players found extra satisfaction in Sunday's 23-10 victory over the New York Giants because of what Giants safety Antrel Rolle said after Washington beat them in Week 1. Published December 18, 2011
Redskins’ Donté Stallworth making the cut as a trusty third-down option
Donté Stallworth has made a handful of catches to convert third downs in recent weeks. Not bad for a guy the Washington Redskins cut last month. Since the Redskins re-signed Stallworth on Nov. 15 after waiving him a week earlier, quarterback Rex Grossman has relied on him when the Redskins need to extend drives. Published December 16, 2011
Redskins GM Bruce Allen has little to say about the product
General manger Bruce Allen is pleased to talk about Washington Redskins alumni and next Saturday's Ring of Fame induction ceremony. Just don't ask him about the product currently on the field. Published December 15, 2011
Injury concerns have derailed Redskins safety duo of Atogwe, Landry
In the Washington Redskins' ideal world, safeties LaRon Landry and Oshiomogho Atogwe would patrol the secondary Sunday against the New York Giants in a marquee NFC East matchup that would propel them into the playoffs. Published December 15, 2011
Redskins at Giants: 5 Questions
Five questions to keep in mind when Washington visits the Giants in Week 15. Published December 15, 2011
Achilles tendon injury ends LaRon Landry’s season
Strong safety LaRon Landry will finish the last year of his contract on injured reserve because of the same left Achilles tendon injury that sidelined him in 2010. Published December 15, 2011
Redskins–Patriots film review: Offense
A review of the best and worst performances by the Washington Redskins’ offense and some observations after re-watching the TV broadcast of their 34-27 loss to the New England Patriots. Published December 14, 2011
Roy Helu’s running opens up Redskins’ air attack
Rookie running back Roy Helu has galvanized the Washington Redskins' running attack over the past three games. He has rushed for at least 100 yards in each since coach Mike Shanahan appointed him the team's featured back. Published December 14, 2011
Redskins-Patriots film review: Defense
A review of the best and worst performances by the Washington Redskins' defense and some observations after re-watching the TV broadcast of their 34-27 loss to the New England Patriots. Published December 13, 2011
Captain’s role magnifies mistakes made by CB Hall
Cornerback DeAngelo Hall is one of the Washington Redskins' captains. Twice during Sundays loss to New England, however, Hall failed to meet the standard of leadership that accompanies that distinction, according to coach Mike Shanahan. Published December 12, 2011
Redskins’ player switch was a hit
When the Washington Redskins' maligned offense lost two of its best players to drug suspensions last week, it became fair to wonder how they would move the ball during the final four games of the season. Published December 12, 2011