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Redskins weigh drafting Chase Young vs. trading No. 2 pick

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It has long seemed like a virtual certainty that the Washington Redskins will take Chase Young with the second pick in the NFL draft.

If the Cincinnati Bengals select LSU quarterback Joe Burrow first overall as expected, the Ohio State pass-rusher and Heisman Trophy finalist would fall into Washington’s lap.

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The Redskins have taken calls about trading down, but the smart money’s still on them sticking at No. 2 and plugging Young into their lineup.

New coach Ron Rivera said on a video call Tuesday, “I’d like to believe in the back of my mind I know what we want to do,” and laid out the ramifications of trading back versus getting someone who can help right away.

“If you’re going to make a trade and you’re going to go back, that guy you’re going to take at that spot has to be able to make the kind of impact you need to validate missing an opportunity to take a player that’s a high-impact guy,” Rivera said.

“You’ve got to be able to sit there and say that the next guy that I’m going to take is going to be that high-impact guy, and that’s what I’m looking for. That’s what I believe we need is we need a guy that’s going to come in and really change our football team.”

Young fits that bill. The D.C. area native had 46 tackles and 16 1/2 sacks during his junior season at Ohio State and would provide a big boost to a defense that ranked sixth-worst in the league in 2019.

Rivera already acquired quarterback Kyle Allen from his old team, the Carolina Panthers, and there’s a wow factor to taking Alabama’s Tua Tagovailoa that would fit owner Dan Snyder’s persona. But Snyder is a big proponent of 2019 first-rounder Dwayne Haskins, and Tagovailoa might be more attractive to another team interested in trading up.

Rivera said he sees only a few players in the draft as immediate-impact rookies.

“If you’re going to pass up Player A and you go back and you’re going to take Player D, Player D has to be equal to Player A,” Rivera said. “Because if Player A is going to play for you for 10 years and Player D may not, then did you really get value or did you just get a whole bunch of picks?”

Washington doesn’t have a second-round pick after trading into the first round last year to take edge rusher Montez Sweat. Rivera said trying to acquire a new second-round pick is a possibility that he and vice president of player personnel Kyle Smith are evaluating.

“There’s a lot to think about,” Rivera said. “We’ve talked as a group the last three days, four days, about what everybody needs to be aware of, what everybody needs to be ready to happen.”

Kyle Allen recalls emotional moment Panthers fired head coach Ron Rivera: ‘Not a dry eye in the room’

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Washington Redskins’ quarterback Kyle Allen is looking forward to being reunited with head coach Ron Rivera this season, but on Tuesday he opened up about the moment he and his former teammates on the Carolina Panthers learned about Rivera’s firing.

Allen told reporters during a conference call on Tuesday that the locker room was emotional to learn that Rivera, after nine seasons, had been fired following a loss to no other than the Redskins in Week 13.

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“There was not a dry eye in the room,” Allen said, according to The Washington Post. “Everyone had a ton of respect for him. He built that culture. … [In Washington], there’s going to be a mutual respect between all the players and the coaches.”

Allen replaced Cam Newton in 2019 after the starting quarterback suffered an injury early into the season. He went on to win his first four starts before losing nine consecutive games which eventually gave way to Rivera’s firing.

Allen wouldn’t be without Rivera for long because just after signing a one-year deal with Carolina, he was traded to the Redskins.

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“The continuity with the system is huge for me, and I think it’s going to be big for the team, too,” he said after calling the trade itself “random” and something he “didn’t really expect.”

Allen will be joined by teammates Thomas Davis, Jared Norris and Marcus Baugh. He will also work with Panthers’ assistant coach Scott Turner who now serves as offensive coordinator for the Redskins.

Kyle Allen recalls emotional moment Panthers fired head coach Ron Rivera: ‘Not a dry eye in the room’

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Washington Redskins’ quarterback Kyle Allen is looking forward to being reunited with head coach Ron Rivera this season, but on Tuesday he opened up about the moment he and his former teammates on the Carolina Panthers learned about Rivera’s firing.

Allen told reporters during a conference call on Tuesday that the locker room was emotional to learn that Rivera, after nine seasons, had been fired following a loss to no other than the Redskins in Week 13.

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“There was not a dry eye in the room,” Allen said, according to The Washington Post. “Everyone had a ton of respect for him. He built that culture. … [In Washington], there’s going to be a mutual respect between all the players and the coaches.”

Allen replaced Cam Newton in 2019 after the starting quarterback suffered an injury early into the season. He went on to win his first four starts before losing nine consecutive games which eventually gave way to Rivera’s firing.

Allen wouldn’t be without Rivera for long because just after signing a one-year deal with Carolina, he was traded to the Redskins.

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“The continuity with the system is huge for me, and I think it’s going to be big for the team, too,” he said after calling the trade itself “random” and something he “didn’t really expect.”

Allen will be joined by teammates Thomas Davis, Jared Norris and Marcus Baugh. He will also work with Panthers’ assistant coach Scott Turner who now serves as offensive coordinator for the Redskins.

Cam Newton is a free agent: Where will the former NFL MVP play next?

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The Carolina Panthers and quarterback Cam Newton officially parted ways on Tuesday after nine seasons.

Newton became the face of the Panthers when he was drafted No. 1 overall back in 2011, and he led Carolina to three straight NFC South titles from 2013-15, and a Super Bowl appearance during the 2015 season.

According to the NFL Network, prior to Newton’s release the Panthers were shopping the three-time Pro Bowler to the Chicago Bears and Los Angeles Chargers, but neither team was willing to make a deal.

Now that Newton is available and in total control of where he plays next, here are the five best destinations for the former league MVP.

5. Washington Redskins

The Washington Redskins hired Ron Rivera as their head coach in the offseason. This means if Newton decides to sign with the Redskins, it would be a reunion of the coach and quarterback duo from their days in Carolina.

Quarterback Dwayne Haskins was taken by the Redskins in the first round of last year’s NFL Draft, and they recently just traded with the Panthers for quarterback Kyle Allen, who was under center for Carolina the majority of last season. Alex Smith is also working his way back from injury with hopes to play again but a timetable for him is uncertain.

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With a new coaching staff in order, Redskins owner Daniel Snyder could be open to the opportunity of Newton joining the team. His No. 1 jersey is bound to sell, and he could give a heartbeat to a team so desperate of staying relevant.

Familiarity might be the only factor that would lead the Redskins to Newton. Rivera told a Charlotte radio station that Washington was never really interested in Newton. Things could change if the organization doesn’t like what it sees from Haskins or Allen immediately.

4. Miami Dolphins

If Newton were to choose the Miami Dolphins as a potential destination, he would be joining a team that has improved tremendously this offseason. The Dolphins made quite a few key signings, which includes cornerback Byron Jones, linebacker Kyle Van Noy, defensive ends Emmanuel Ogbah and Shaq Lawson, running back Jordan Howard and center Ted Karras.

Head coach Brian Flores got the most out of his team last year, despite the lack of talent provided to him. But now, with all of these key free-agent acquisitions, to go along with Miami’s three first-round draft picks in the 2020 NFL Draft, the Dolphins should improve even more.

Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has been linked to the Dolphins in the draft, which means Newton would be a fantastic option to serve as a bridge for the next year or two while Tagovailoa continues rehabbing from hip surgery.

Newton would be a nice fit for the Dolphins if they believe they can win now.

But in the way of him joining Miami are Ryan Fitzpatrick and Josh Rosen. For the Dolphins to bring in Newton, a decision would have to be made on one or both of those quarterbacks.

3. Jacksonville Jaguars

The Jacksonville Jaguars traded away quarterback Nick Foles to the Chicago Bears just a few days ago, which means they are now in the market for a quarterback.

The only quarterback currently on their roster is Gardner Minshew II, who played well as a starter during his rookie campaign, when he was asked to take over under center after Foles was injured Week 1.

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A dynamic duo of Newton and running back Leonard Fournette is ideal for a Jaguars team that is still looking to find an identity. If the Jaguars believe Newton is back to full health, they should sign him to a long-term contract, and begin putting pieces around him because they would instantly become a contender in the AFC South.

2. New England Patriots

The only way this works is if Newton takes a pay cut. The New England Patriots are historically known for not paying their players at or above market value, but they are known for taking a flyer on someone like Newton who is coming off of an injury-riddled season looking for redemption.

One example of the Patriots doing this is when they acquired wide receiver Randy Moss back in 2007 for a fourth-round pick. Moss ended up setting the NFL record for receiving touchdowns in a single season and was instrumental in New England’s run to a 16-0 regular season.

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If, and only if, Newton would be willing to take a Ryan Tannehill-esque deal, the Patriots will be a contender for his services. New England still has a top defense, and Newton would instantly bring a whole new dynamic to an offense that struggled to have success with Tom Brady as their quarterback last season.

The Patriots currently signed quarterback Brian Hoyer to a 1-year deal. He will join second-year quarterback Jarrett Stidham and Cody Kessler as the only players on the team at the position.

1. Los Angeles Chargers

The Los Angeles Chargers have already been linked to Newton.

The Chargers couldn’t come to a trade agreement on a deal with the Panthers for Newton, but now that he’s a free agent, this may even make more sense.

Head coach Anthony Lynn has been intrigued with the idea of adding a mobile quarterback after the Chargers parted ways with Philip Rivers this offseason. The Chargers will be moving to a new stadium, so Newton in the powder blue jerseys would immediately create buzz for a team that has trouble selling tickets. He might be a better option than Tyrod Taylor or a rookie.

That said, Newton will certainly have the weapons to work with. Running back Austin Ekeler, tight end Hunter Henry and wide receivers Keenan Allen and Mike Williams would be more than enough options for Newton, who would instantly make the Chargers a contender in the AFC.

The Chargers are currently set to pick sixth overall in the upcoming NFL Draft. They could potentially draft a quarterback like Justin Herbert out of Oregon, or Tagovailoa if available, and either signal-caller could sit behind Newton for a year and learn from one of the best dual-threat quarterbacks of this generation.

Cam Newton is a free agent: Where will the former NFL MVP play next?

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The Carolina Panthers and quarterback Cam Newton officially parted ways on Tuesday after nine seasons.

Newton became the face of the Panthers when he was drafted No. 1 overall back in 2011, and he led Carolina to three straight NFC South titles from 2013-15, and a Super Bowl appearance during the 2015 season.

According to the NFL Network, prior to Newton’s release the Panthers were shopping the three-time Pro Bowler to the Chicago Bears and Los Angeles Chargers, but neither team was willing to make a deal.

Now that Newton is available and in total control of where he plays next, here are the five best destinations for the former league MVP.

5. Washington Redskins

The Washington Redskins hired Ron Rivera as their head coach in the offseason. This means if Newton decides to sign with the Redskins, it would be a reunion of the coach and quarterback duo from their days in Carolina.

Quarterback Dwayne Haskins was taken by the Redskins in the first round of last year’s NFL Draft, and they recently just traded with the Panthers for quarterback Kyle Allen, who was under center for Carolina the majority of last season. Alex Smith is also working his way back from injury with hopes to play again but a timetable for him is uncertain.

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With a new coaching staff in order, Redskins owner Daniel Snyder could be open to the opportunity of Newton joining the team. His No. 1 jersey is bound to sell, and he could give a heartbeat to a team so desperate of staying relevant.

Familiarity might be the only factor that would lead the Redskins to Newton. Rivera told a Charlotte radio station that Washington was never really interested in Newton. Things could change if the organization doesn’t like what it sees from Haskins or Allen immediately.

4. Miami Dolphins

If Newton were to choose the Miami Dolphins as a potential destination, he would be joining a team that has improved tremendously this offseason. The Dolphins made quite a few key signings, which includes cornerback Byron Jones, linebacker Kyle Van Noy, defensive ends Emmanuel Ogbah and Shaq Lawson, running back Jordan Howard and center Ted Karras.

Head coach Brian Flores got the most out of his team last year, despite the lack of talent provided to him. But now, with all of these key free-agent acquisitions, to go along with Miami’s three first-round draft picks in the 2020 NFL Draft, the Dolphins should improve even more.

Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has been linked to the Dolphins in the draft, which means Newton would be a fantastic option to serve as a bridge for the next year or two while Tagovailoa continues rehabbing from hip surgery.

Newton would be a nice fit for the Dolphins if they believe they can win now.

But in the way of him joining Miami are Ryan Fitzpatrick and Josh Rosen. For the Dolphins to bring in Newton, a decision would have to be made on one or both of those quarterbacks.

3. Jacksonville Jaguars

The Jacksonville Jaguars traded away quarterback Nick Foles to the Chicago Bears just a few days ago, which means they are now in the market for a quarterback.

The only quarterback currently on their roster is Gardner Minshew II, who played well as a starter during his rookie campaign, when he was asked to take over under center after Foles was injured Week 1.

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A dynamic duo of Newton and running back Leonard Fournette is ideal for a Jaguars team that is still looking to find an identity. If the Jaguars believe Newton is back to full health, they should sign him to a long-term contract, and begin putting pieces around him because they would instantly become a contender in the AFC South.

2. New England Patriots

The only way this works is if Newton takes a pay cut. The New England Patriots are historically known for not paying their players at or above market value, but they are known for taking a flyer on someone like Newton who is coming off of an injury-riddled season looking for redemption.

One example of the Patriots doing this is when they acquired wide receiver Randy Moss back in 2007 for a fourth-round pick. Moss ended up setting the NFL record for receiving touchdowns in a single season and was instrumental in New England’s run to a 16-0 regular season.

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If, and only if, Newton would be willing to take a Ryan Tannehill-esque deal, the Patriots will be a contender for his services. New England still has a top defense, and Newton would instantly bring a whole new dynamic to an offense that struggled to have success with Tom Brady as their quarterback last season.

The Patriots currently signed quarterback Brian Hoyer to a 1-year deal. He will join second-year quarterback Jarrett Stidham and Cody Kessler as the only players on the team at the position.

1. Los Angeles Chargers

The Los Angeles Chargers have already been linked to Newton.

The Chargers couldn’t come to a trade agreement on a deal with the Panthers for Newton, but now that he’s a free agent, this may even make more sense.

Head coach Anthony Lynn has been intrigued with the idea of adding a mobile quarterback after the Chargers parted ways with Philip Rivers this offseason. The Chargers will be moving to a new stadium, so Newton in the powder blue jerseys would immediately create buzz for a team that has trouble selling tickets. He might be a better option than Tyrod Taylor or a rookie.

That said, Newton will certainly have the weapons to work with. Running back Austin Ekeler, tight end Hunter Henry and wide receivers Keenan Allen and Mike Williams would be more than enough options for Newton, who would instantly make the Chargers a contender in the AFC.

The Chargers are currently set to pick sixth overall in the upcoming NFL Draft. They could potentially draft a quarterback like Justin Herbert out of Oregon, or Tagovailoa if available, and either signal-caller could sit behind Newton for a year and learn from one of the best dual-threat quarterbacks of this generation.

Redskins get Allen from Panthers, trade Dunbar to Seahawks

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The Redskins traded for a quarterback coach Ron Rivera is plenty familiar with. Just not that one.

Washington on Monday acquired Kyle Allen from the Carolina Panthers for a fifth-round pick and traded cornerback Quinton Dunbar to the Seattle Seahawks for a fifth-round pick, according to a person with knowledge of the moves. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deals had not been announced.

Getting Allen is not as big a splash as getting Cam Newton, but the 24-year-old becomes some semblance of competition for 2019 first-round pick Dwayne Haskins. Rivera coached Allen with Carolina the past two seasons before being fired.

Rivera repeatedly praised Allen’s toughness and said, “He doesn’t let things faze him.”

“I’m not concerned about Kyle’s learning curve,” Rivera said last season. “He’s a young quarterback who is going to make young mistakes. But that is why you put him out there. We’re going to live with his learning pains because that is what the game is all about.”

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Allen has thrown for 3,588 yards, 19 touchdowns and 17 interceptions in 15 NFL games in 2018 and 2019, all with the Panthers. He became their starter last season when Newton got hurt, finished with 23 turnovers and was benched for rookie Will Grier the final two weeks after Carolina fell out of the playoff hunt.

The Panthers signed Allen as an undrafted free agent out of Houston. He has expressed gratitude for Rivera giving him a chance.

“There weren’t many places for me or opportunities coming out of college, and Coach Rivera gave me that opportunity,” Allen said. “In camp and everything we did in practices, he never just treated me as camp arm. … He always gave me opportunities, and without him I don’t know where I would be right now.”

Rivera made it clear upon taking over control of Washington’s football operations that he wanted a veteran to compete with Haskins for the starting job. The Ohio State product completed 58.6% of his passes and threw for seven touchdowns and seven interceptions during his rookie year.

The Redskins appeared likely to fill the void at quarterback from the outside and let Colt McCoy and Case Keenum leave in free agency. Allen became available when Carolina agreed to terms with XFL star P.J. Walker on a two-year deal.

Washington continued its roster makeover by sending a disgruntled player in Dunbar to Seattle and completing a few other moves. The team made deals official with tight end Logan Thomas and safety Sean Davis, re-signed defensive lineman Caleb Brantley and released safety Montae Nicholson and four other defensive backs.

Dunbar asked for a raise that would’ve fit with his promotion to No. 1 cornerback after the release of Josh Norman. When that didn’t materialize, the Redskins traded him and could turn to Kendall Fuller in that role after bringing him back on a multiyear deal.

The Redskins are also listening to trade offers for left tackle Trent Williams, who sat out all of last season in a dispute with the front office. Williams and Dunbar both criticized the team’s medical staff, which was overhauled after president Bruce Allen was fired.

Nicholson’s release comes after a couple of troubling off-field incidents over the past 18 months. A 21-year-old woman died in November after Nicholson dropped her off at a hospital, and in 2018 he was arrested and charged with assault and battery after a fight at a restaurant and retail complex near the team’s practice facility in Ashburn, Virginia.

Redskins get Allen from Panthers, trade Dunbar to Seahawks

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The Redskins traded for a quarterback coach Ron Rivera is plenty familiar with. Just not that one.

Washington on Monday acquired Kyle Allen from the Carolina Panthers for a fifth-round pick and traded cornerback Quinton Dunbar to the Seattle Seahawks for a fifth-round pick, according to a person with knowledge of the moves. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deals had not been announced.

Getting Allen is not as big a splash as getting Cam Newton, but the 24-year-old becomes some semblance of competition for 2019 first-round pick Dwayne Haskins. Rivera coached Allen with Carolina the past two seasons before being fired.

Rivera repeatedly praised Allen’s toughness and said, “He doesn’t let things faze him.”

“I’m not concerned about Kyle’s learning curve,” Rivera said last season. “He’s a young quarterback who is going to make young mistakes. But that is why you put him out there. We’re going to live with his learning pains because that is what the game is all about.”

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Allen has thrown for 3,588 yards, 19 touchdowns and 17 interceptions in 15 NFL games in 2018 and 2019, all with the Panthers. He became their starter last season when Newton got hurt, finished with 23 turnovers and was benched for rookie Will Grier the final two weeks after Carolina fell out of the playoff hunt.

The Panthers signed Allen as an undrafted free agent out of Houston. He has expressed gratitude for Rivera giving him a chance.

“There weren’t many places for me or opportunities coming out of college, and Coach Rivera gave me that opportunity,” Allen said. “In camp and everything we did in practices, he never just treated me as camp arm. … He always gave me opportunities, and without him I don’t know where I would be right now.”

Rivera made it clear upon taking over control of Washington’s football operations that he wanted a veteran to compete with Haskins for the starting job. The Ohio State product completed 58.6% of his passes and threw for seven touchdowns and seven interceptions during his rookie year.

The Redskins appeared likely to fill the void at quarterback from the outside and let Colt McCoy and Case Keenum leave in free agency. Allen became available when Carolina agreed to terms with XFL star P.J. Walker on a two-year deal.

Washington continued its roster makeover by sending a disgruntled player in Dunbar to Seattle and completing a few other moves. The team made deals official with tight end Logan Thomas and safety Sean Davis, re-signed defensive lineman Caleb Brantley and released safety Montae Nicholson and four other defensive backs.

Dunbar asked for a raise that would’ve fit with his promotion to No. 1 cornerback after the release of Josh Norman. When that didn’t materialize, the Redskins traded him and could turn to Kendall Fuller in that role after bringing him back on a multiyear deal.

The Redskins are also listening to trade offers for left tackle Trent Williams, who sat out all of last season in a dispute with the front office. Williams and Dunbar both criticized the team’s medical staff, which was overhauled after president Bruce Allen was fired.

Nicholson’s release comes after a couple of troubling off-field incidents over the past 18 months. A 21-year-old woman died in November after Nicholson dropped her off at a hospital, and in 2018 he was arrested and charged with assault and battery after a fight at a restaurant and retail complex near the team’s practice facility in Ashburn, Virginia.

FedEx Field to become coronavirus testing site as Maryland cases top 200

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FedEx Field, the home of the NFL’s Washington Redskins, will become a COVID-19 testing site amid the increase in coronavirus cases in the area, the franchise announced Saturday.

Maryland National Guard was seen in the parking lot outside the stadium setting up tents as the health department in Prince George’s County and the state of Maryland partner to create a screening system for the Landover, Md., site.

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Equipment is driven by FedEx Field as the National Guard sets up tents to be used for coronavirus testing, Saturday, March 21, 2020, in a parking lot at the NFL football stadium in Landover, Md., outside of Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

“The Prince George’s Health Department and the Maryland Department of Health are designing what will be a limited closed pilot program for screening that we hope to stand-up, by registration only, over the next week,” Prince George’s County executive Angela Alsobrook said in a statement Friday. “The goal for the site is to become a testing location in the future.”

The National Guard said the tents seen outside the stadium were a first step in “larger effort to establish clinics where initial health screenings will be conducted and eventually where onsite testing will take place once that option becomes fully available,” according to FOX 5 DC.

Soldiers with a security unit guard the perimeter as members of the National Guard set up tents to be used for coronavirus testing, Saturday, March 21, 2020, in a parking lot for FedEx Field in Landover, Md., outside of Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

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Maryland reported 50 more coronavirus cases and three deaths Sunday, according to FOX 5 DC. Most of the cases were reported in Montgomery County. Prince George’s County has 40 cases.

The National Guard sets up tents to be used for coronavirus testing, Saturday, March 21, 2020, in a parking lot for FedEx Field in Landover, Md., outside of Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

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Maryland has at least 200 coronavirus cases.

FedEx Field to become coronavirus testing site as Maryland cases top 200

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FedEx Field, the home of the NFL’s Washington Redskins, will become a COVID-19 testing site amid the increase in coronavirus cases in the area, the franchise announced Saturday.

Maryland National Guard was seen in the parking lot outside the stadium setting up tents as the health department in Prince George’s County and the state of Maryland partner to create a screening system for the Landover, Md., site.

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Equipment is driven by FedEx Field as the National Guard sets up tents to be used for coronavirus testing, Saturday, March 21, 2020, in a parking lot at the NFL football stadium in Landover, Md., outside of Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

“The Prince George’s Health Department and the Maryland Department of Health are designing what will be a limited closed pilot program for screening that we hope to stand-up, by registration only, over the next week,” Prince George’s County executive Angela Alsobrook said in a statement Friday. “The goal for the site is to become a testing location in the future.”

The National Guard said the tents seen outside the stadium were a first step in “larger effort to establish clinics where initial health screenings will be conducted and eventually where onsite testing will take place once that option becomes fully available,” according to FOX 5 DC.

Soldiers with a security unit guard the perimeter as members of the National Guard set up tents to be used for coronavirus testing, Saturday, March 21, 2020, in a parking lot for FedEx Field in Landover, Md., outside of Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

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Maryland reported 50 more coronavirus cases and three deaths Sunday, according to FOX 5 DC. Most of the cases were reported in Montgomery County. Prince George’s County has 40 cases.

The National Guard sets up tents to be used for coronavirus testing, Saturday, March 21, 2020, in a parking lot for FedEx Field in Landover, Md., outside of Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

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Maryland has at least 200 coronavirus cases.

Dolphins sign 4 likely starters, including CB Byron Jones

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After months of hoarding resources for rebuilding, the Miami Dolphins finally started spending Monday when they sealed deals with four likely starters in the early hours of free agent negotiations.

Miami made Byron Jones the NFL’s highest-paid cornerback, surpassing his new teammate, Xavien Howard. The Dolphins upgraded their pass rush by reaching agreements with linebacker Kyle Van Noy and defensive end Shaq Lawson, and also swung a deal with offensive lineman Ereck Flowers.

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It was the sort of splurge made possible by a roster dismantling a year ago, which left the Dolphins as the NFL leader in salary cap space when talks with free agents began Monday. They also have five picks in the first two rounds of next month’s draft, offering further chances to upgrade a team that went 5-11 last year and hasn’t won a playoff game since 2000.

Jones agreed to a five-year contract worth more than $76.5 million, a person familiar with the negotiations said. The person confirmed the deal on condition of anonymity because the signing period doesn’t begin until Wednesday.

The agreement surpasses the contract the Dolphins gave Howard last May when he signed the most lucrative deal ever for a cornerback.

It’s uncertain whether Jones will replace or be paired with Howard, who has had at least one operation on each knee, most recently in December.

Jones has only two career interceptions and none since 2017, but he has missed just one game in his five NFL seasons, all with Dallas. He was a first-round pick by the Cowboys in 2015 and made the Pro Bowl in 2018.

Van Noy agreed to a $51 million, four-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations said. Van Noy celebrated by tweeting “MiamiDolphins” with emojis wearing sunglasses.

He started the past three seasons for New England and totaled 15½ sacks, including a career-high 6½ last year, which would have led Dolphins. They finished last in the NFL with 23 sacks.

Lawson, who also had a career-high 6 1/2 sacks last year, agreed to a $30 million, three-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations said. The contract could be worth up to $36 million, and $21 million will be guaranteed.

Lawson spent his first four NFL seasons with the Buffalo Bills, who made him a first-round draft pick in 2016.

Flowers also agreed to a $30 million, three-year contract, said his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. The deal includes $19.95 million guaranteed.

Flowers is a Miami native who played college football for the Hurricanes.

“Looking forward to winning a lot of games in my city!!” he tweeted.

Flowers was a first-round draft pick by the New York Giants in 2015 and started 46 games at tackle for them in his first three NFL seasons.

He started all 16 games last year for Washington, splitting his time between guard and tackle.