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The Method to Jim Zorn's Madness

Back in the mid-eighties a movie was created called “The Karate Kid.” This heart-warming tale involved an old Okinawan man that took a young, gangly kid under his wing...

Written by John Mckinnon about 11 months ago 196 reads 2 comments
Washington Redskins: In Defense of a Very Offensive Draft

One month after the NFL Draft, some Redskins fans may be left with mixed feelings. The Skins front office didn't bite on any proposed trades—in the eyes of some, they maximized their draft picks...

Written by John Mckinnon about about 1 year ago 1,047 reads 2 comments
Washington Redskins: The Return Of Dan Snyder

During this dismal period known as the NFL off-season, many sports fans relish anything that resembles exciting sports news. Any semblance of controversy between February and September seems to serve as a precursor to an electrifying season...

Written by John Mckinnon about about 1 year ago 864 reads 4 comments
Redskins Fantasy Draft: Fantasy or Reality?

We’re already a week-and-a-half from Draft Day 2008 and I’ve noticed something. There seems to be an eerie stillness in the air that suggests something extraordinary may happen...

Written by John Mckinnon about about 1 year ago 1,105 reads 2 comments
Washington Redskins: Draft '08

In a little more than two weeks the Washington Redskins will have added new players to their roster. This annual ritual that we know as the NFL Draft can bring along unexpected gems, busts and plenty of surprises...

Written by John Mckinnon about about 1 year ago 297 reads 0 comments
Washington Redskins: Draft '08

By John D. McKinnon, Jr.In a little more than two weeks the Washington Redskins will have added new players to their roster. This annual ritual that we know as the NFL Draft can bring along unexpected gems, busts and plenty of surprises...

Written by John Mckinnon about about 1 year ago 1,108 reads 4 comments
The Zorn Identity: Why Jim Zorn Might Be Great

These days it seems that sports fans, news mediums and the general populace are in need of legends. We give our favorite athletes and entertainers labels such as “great” or “legendary” sometimes before they’ve proven anything

Written by John Mckinnon about about 1 year ago 1,489 reads 8 comments
Jim Zorn: WIlling to Mix it Up for the Washington Redskins

Art Monk, Terrell Owens, Randy Moss, and Larry Fitzgerald have all proven that big, talented receivers can change the entire tone of an offense...

Written by John Mckinnon about about 1 year ago 1,897 reads 11 comments
America's Dream: Dallas Cowboys Assessed

It’s been only a little over a month since the end of the ’07 NFL season and as we know this is the worst time of year for football fans...

Written by John Mckinnon about about 1 year ago 1,215 reads 22 comments
Redskins Analysis: Washington Can't Live on Veterans Alone

As the 2008 season approaches, the Washington Redskins, like many teams, have holes to fill. After a season marred by untimely injuries and underachievement, the Redskins need to solidify their team...

Written by John Mckinnon about about 1 year ago 934 reads 2 comments

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John Mckinnon Article Archive

The Method to Jim Zorn's Madness

Washington Redskins: In Defense of a Very Offensive Draft

Washington Redskins: The Return Of Dan Snyder

Redskins Fantasy Draft: Fantasy or Reality?

Washington Redskins: Draft '08

Washington Redskins: Draft '08

The Zorn Identity: Why Jim Zorn Might Be Great

Jim Zorn: WIlling to Mix it Up for the Washington Redskins

America's Dream: Dallas Cowboys Assessed

Redskins Analysis: Washington Can't Live on Veterans Alone

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