MetLife Stadium officials plan to remove 1,740 seats to widen the field for World Cup matches as they hope to host the 2026 final.

Roanoke College standout Bob Rotanz and DeAngelo Hall among the inductees.

Charley Taylor, the Hall of Fame receiver who ended his 13-season career with Washington as the NFL’s career receptions leader, died Saturday.

Alex Smith is retiring from the NFL after making an improbable comeback from a broken leg.

ROANOKE, Va – As the Washington Football franchise works to come up with a new name, some former players are not happy to see the Redskins go. That includes a Roanoke player who used to play for the Redskins. “I think for a very long time the Redskins have been Roanoke’s team, " said Greg Caldwell, former punter for the Washington Redskins. Caldwell, a Roanoke native, got the chance to sign as a free agent with the Redskins after playing football at James Madison University. Robin Bennett grew up playing football with Caldwell and now owns Sports Haven in Roanoke.

“We probably have as much or more Redskins stuff than any other team in here,” said Robin Bennett, owner of Roanoke sports memorabilia store Sports Haven. “There has not been one person here that has said they wanted it to change,” Bennett said. “We carry hats, earrings, gloves...over 100 items of Redskins stuff in our store now,” Bennett said. “I don’t think the owners want to make a change.” Nance said. “I don’t think they want to, but with enough pressure, they probably will.”

Washington Redskins rookie receiver Antonio Gandy-Golden said Wednesday he tested positive for the new coronavirus in March and has fully recovered. Gandy-Golden said in a statement that he tested positive during NFL draft training on March 24, had mild symptoms and was cleared on April 7. The site makes reference to a graduated student who tested positive for the coronavirus on March 24 but was not on campus during the two weeks prior. "Prior information that the graduated student came to an on campus clinic was incorrect," it said. “First things first, you definitely want him to be safe,” Redskins defensive lineman Jonathan Allen said on a video call with reporters.

LOUDOUN COUNTY, Va. – The National Football League announced its 2020 regular season schedule tonight, and the highlight of the Washington Redskins' 2020 regular season will be the team's appearance on Thanksgiving Day in Dallas. For Redskins season, group or individual game ticket information, visit www.Redskins.com/tickets or call or text (301) 276-6800. Including postseason play, the Redskins are 86-79-5 all-time against the Eagles, including season series sweeps in 2015 and 2016. Week 9: vs. New York GiantsThe Redskins and Giants enter the 2020 season having previously played one another 176 times. Including postseason play, the Redskins are 86-79-5 all-time against the Eagles, including season series sweeps in 2015 and 2016.

ROANOKE, Va. – Prior to the NFL Draft, Antonio Gandy-Golden told us he had one official meeting with a team at the combine— the Dallas Cowboys. But it proved to be their division rival, the Washington Redskins who drafted him in the fourth round. I feel like anywhere I would’ve gone I would’ve definitely pushed to try to do that so I don’t feel like being here changed too much. But I definitely feel like I can at least play with the guys that are there. I feel like they can help me out and I feel like I can help them as well,” said Gandy-Golden.

In the fourth round, the Washington Redskins selected Saahdiq Charles (No. Then, the Washington Redskins selected wide receiver Antonio Gandy-Golden in the fourth round (No. With the 156th pick, the Washington Redskins selected San Diego State center Keith Ismael in the fifth round. The Washington Redskins also selected linebacker Khaleke Hudson in the fifth round (No. The Washington Redskins finally selected Kamren Curl in the seventh round (No.

The Washington Redskins have selected wide receiver Antonio Gandy-Golden in the fourth round (No. Gandy-Golden immediately became an important piece of the Flames' offense with 21 catches for 315 yards and three touchdowns. Over the next three seasons, Gandy-Golden had at least 1,000 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns. He finished his senior season third among FBS receivers in receptions (79) and yards (1,396). “When he does catch [the ball], he has an innate ability to add yardage after the catch,” NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein wrote in his draft profile.

Ashburn, Va. – The Washington Redskins get a versatile weapon for quarterbacks Dwayne Haskins, Kyle Allen and the offense in Round 3 of the NFL draft. Antonio Gibson of Memphis was used primarily as a wide receiver with 38 receptions for 735 yards (a 19.3 average) with eight touchdowns. but Gibson also got some mid-season reps at running back, logging 33 carries for 369 yards (an 11.2 ypc) with four touchdowns. They were last in the league in points per game and passing yards per game. The Redskins were 31st in the league in total yards per game and 22nd in rushing yards per game in 2019.

– The Washington Redskins selected defensive end Chase Young in the first round (No. As a junior in 2019, Young registered 16.5 sacks, which set the Ohio State single-season record and was the highest total in the nation. He was additionally named to the 2019 College Football All-American Team and first-team All-Big Ten. Young, 21, attended DeMatha Catholic High School in Hyattsville, Md., where he won the state football championship during his senior season. Young was named Washington Post's all-metropolitan defensive player of the year and was included on the U.S. Army All-American and American Family Insurance All-US Football teams.

– According to reports, the Washington Redskins have agreed to terms with tight end Logan Thomas. Thomas entered the league as a quarterback and converted to a tight end in 2017 with the Buffalo Bills. 41 of his 42 games played and all of his starts have come at the tight end position. In 2019, Thomas appeared in 16 games with three starts at tight end and finished the season with 16 receptions for 173 yards and one touchdown. Thomas played collegiately at Virginia Tech where he appeared in 45 career games and was named Second Team All-ACC in 2011.

LOUDON COUNTY, Va. – The Washington Redskins announced today that they have named Jennifer King as a full-year coaching intern. King comes to the Redskins having coached in the National Football League, the Alliance of American Football and in the college ranks. She was a seven-time All American quarterback and wide receiver for the Carolina Phoenix women's tackle football team from 2006-17. Most recently, King played wide receiver and safety in the District for the D.C. Divas women's tackle football team in 2019. She was a member of the Guilford College women’s basketball and softball team’s from 2002-06.

Several National Football League players are teaching local students the importance of reading. Bonsack Elementary School in Roanoke County facetimed with members of the Washington Redskins. It's part of the Redskins Read program. Linebacker Ryan Kerrigan talked to the fourth and fifth grade students at the school while wearing a red Santa hat. Students in Lynchburg also previously participated in the program.

– Sam Darnold more than made up for an ill-timed interception by throwing for 293 yards and a career-high four touchdowns, and the New York Jets routed rookie quarterback Dwayne Haskins and the Washington Redskins 34-17 Sunday for their second consecutive victory. Darnold was 19 of 30 passing and tossed touchdowns to Daniel Brown, Robby Anderson, Ryan Griffin and former Redskins receiver Jamison Crowder. COMING UP EMPTYThe Redskins’ 16 quarters without a touchdown were the most by any team since the 2000 Baltimore Ravens. With six sacks, he set the Jets single-season franchise record for the most by a defensive back. GASE GOES FOR ITAfter coming in 0 for 3 on coach’s challenges, Gase went 2 for 2 against the Redskins.

MIAMI, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 13 Terry McLaurin #17 of the Washington Redskins celebrates a catch for a touchdown against the Miami Dolphins in the second quarter at Hard Rock Stadium on October 13, 2019 in Miami, Florida. The Dolphins (0-5) remained winless under rookie coach Brian Flores but helped their chances of securing the No. The Dolphins used six offensive linemen at times and converted two fourth downs, one with special teams trickery. DOLPHINS: Flores said Rosen will remain the starter when the Dolphins play Oct. 20 at Buffalo. The Dolphins lost their season finale there last year, and coach Adam Gase was then fired.

WASHINGTON - The Washington Redskins have a new head coach after firing Jay Gruden on Monday morning. Bill Callahan, who's been an assistant on the team since 2015, will serve as head coach. The Redskins are 0-5 for the first time since 2001 and play the fellow winless Miami Dolphins in Miami on Sunday. Copyright 2019 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.

(CNN) - Jay Gruden is out as head coach of the Washington Redskins. Gruden was fired Monday, according to NFL.com, after the team's 0-5 start to the season. "Through the first five games of the 2019 season, the team has clearly not performed up to expectations, and we all share in that responsibility," according to a statement Monday from the Redskins. The Redskins were smacked by the New England Patriots -- the current Super Bowl champion -- 33-7 on Sunday. Gruden was in the middle of his sixth season coaching the team and had compiled a 35-49-1 record, according to Bleacher Report.

Football fandom that's going beyond the game - a Virginia group of Washington Redskins superfans known as the Hogfarmers are helping kids battling cancer. You'll notice them decked out in flamboyant costumes while tailgating, but what you may not know is they are raising money for kids affected by pediatric cancer and their families. This weekend at the Redskins vs. Patriots game they raffled off an autographedDwayne Haskins jersey. The money from that will be given to a little boy named Cody. Even outside the game, they are always doing special things on social media to keep his spirits lifted.

Football fandom that's going beyond the game - a Virginia group of Washington Redskins superfans known as the Hogfarmers are helping kids battling cancer. You'll notice them decked out in flamboyant costumes while tailgating, but what you may not know is they are raising money for kids affected by pediatric cancer and their families. This weekend at the Redskins vs. Patriots game they raffled off an autographedDwayne Haskins jersey. The money from that will be given to a little boy named Cody. Even outside the game, they are always doing special things on social media to keep his spirits lifted.

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) works in ther pocket against the Washington Redskins during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019, in Washington. - (Courtesy of the Associated Press)Playing before an appreciative audience in a place far from home, Tom Brady helped the New England Patriots stay unbeaten by picking apart the lowly Washington Redskins. Brady threw for 348 yards and three touchdowns, and the Patriots got another strong performance from their defense in a 33-7 rout of the winless Redskins on Sunday. Now in his 20th season, Brady whisked by Brett Favre into third place on the career list with 71,923 yards passing. Playing for the first time since breaking his leg against Philadelphia last December, Redskins quarterback Colt McCoy went 18 for 27 for 119 yards and an interception.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - SEPTEMBER 08: Case Keenum #8 of the Washington Redskins talks to Carson Wentz #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles after the game at Lincoln Financial Field on September 8, 2019 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles defeatedPHILADELPHIA - PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Case Keenum looked the guy who almost led the Minnesota Vikings to the Super Bowl until the Philadelphia Eagles stopped him cold in the NFC title game two years ago. Keenum had his way for a half this time, but Philadelphia's defense toughened up and got the same result Sunday. Starting his first game for the Washington Redskins, Keenum was efficient early, made big plays and helped the team build a 17-0 lead, only to see the defense let it crumble in a 32-27 loss. "We made some mistakes, shot ourselves in the foot, had a couple penalties," Keenum said.

Its akin to a pinch hitter winning an MVP award in baseball, or a sixth man (first player off of the bench to replace a starter) in the NBA being named league MVP. During the season, Redskins kicker Mark Moseley went from nearly being traded to having a career year. But was it really worthy of being named MVP? However, MVP voters gave Moseley the nod in a close 35-33 vote over Fouts, thus establishing history as the only time a kicker who played solely on special teams was named league MVP. In 1954, kicker Lou Groza was named MVP, but he also doubled as an offensive lineman.

RICHMOND, Va. - RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Washington Redskins cornerback Adonis Alexander is expected to miss at least two weeks with a right quadriceps injury. Coach Jay Gruden confirmed the injury timeline on Sunday. Alexander hasn't practiced since Tuesday, when he left the field during the team's afternoon walkthrough. Two people with knowledge of the situation say Alexander left training camp to see a specialist in New York, where he received treatment for the injury. Alexander returned to Richmond on Thursday sporting a brace on his right leg.

The Washington Redskins' training camp home away from home is only six years old and yet it's also on borrowed time. On the field, Washington is three years removed from its last playoff appearance, 27 from the Super Bowl glory years and has missed the postseason 21 times in that span. The team says Richmond has received more from the Redskins' charitable efforts, fans, media and visiting teams than it has contributed. But the training facility and Redskins' presence each summer hasn't been the financial boon to Richmond that the city expected. It's a great field for us.

RICHMOND, Va. - Its day two of Washington Redskins training camp in Richmond as the team prepares for a fresh start in 2019. The run production didnt hit the gear that the Washington Redskins expected a year ago. They had just drafted the explosive Guice from LSU in hopes of having a running core that could run and pass effectively with him and veteran Chris Thompson. Washington added veteran Peterson to the mix and watched him run for more than 1,000 yards. And with a clean bill of health, the Redskins know this could be a dangerous group of guys coming out of the backfield.

- In a shocking move on the eve of training camp, the Washington Redskins have cut leading tackler Mason Foster. The Redskins save 4 million dollars in salary cap space with the move. Foster's agent, Blake Baraz is quoted as saying the Redskins have "zero good faith" after the move. The veteran quarterback is headed into the broadcast booth to be a college football analyst for ESPN. Sanchez was the Redskins starter in week 14..

ROANOKE, Va. – Planning to watch "Trial and Error" Thursday night on WSLS 10? Beginning at 7:30 p.m., WSLS 10 will be airing the Washington Redskins first preseason game against the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The reason NFL preseason football is airing and not "Trial and Error" is because WSLS 10 has an agreement to air certain Redskins preseasons games in the Roanoke-Lynchburg television market. Thursday night's two new episodes of "Trial and Error" will be shown back-to-back on WSLS 10 beginning at 2 a.m. Friday. Thursday night's episode of "America's Got Talent" will be shown on WSLS 10 at 2 p.m. on Sunday.

ROANOKE, Va. – Planning to watch your favorite Thursday night NBC shows on WSLS 10? Beginning at 7:30 p.m., WSLS 10 will be airing the Washington Redskins first preseason game against the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Thursday marks the first time this August that multiple NBC primetime shows will be rescheduled for the first of the Redskins' four preseason games in the 2018 NFL season. Thursday night's episode of "America's Got Talent" will be shown on WSLS 10 at 2 p.m. on Sunday. Thursday night's episode of "Inside Edition" will also not air.