What had been expected for days became official Monday: Maryland quarterback Danny O’Brien and two other players — offensive lineman Max Garcia and linebacker Mario Rowson — are leaving the football program. Read full article > >

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Maryland quarterback Danny O’Brien officially leaving program

The Wizards have fired Coach Flip Saunders after a 2-15 start. A league source confirms that he has been replaced by lead assistant Randy Wittman. Saunders was said to be safe when the Wizards started the season 0-8, but they have failed to make much improvement since then. John Wall has had a disappointing second season, other players have failed to develop chemistry and the offense has sputtered. Read full article > >

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Wizards Coach Flip Saunders fired

Instead of helmets, they each wear sun visors. LaRon Landry and Oshiomogho Atogwe , both talented and both injured, stand about 25 yards behind the Washington Redskins ’ defense. As other players go through 11-on-11 drills, the two safeties could only mimic the movements of their teammates from far away. Atogwe calls out coverages, and Landry stalks the defensive backfield like a jungle cat, looking as intense as on any game day. It’s not as good as actually practicing and running with their teammates, but it’s all Landry and Atogwe have been able to do for much of training camp. Read full article > >

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Redskins feel better with LaRon Landry and Oshiomogho Atogwe in the backfield

Birmingham release of Kevin Phillips, Sebastian Larsson and Lee Bowyer – plus three other players – following the club’s relegation from the Premier League.

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Birmingham confirm player exits