Mike Shanahan did his best to downplay a contract that gives him full authority over football matters with the Washington Redskins. "I do have final say," Shanahan said, "but I never used it in Denver." Whether he has to invoke such a power with the Redskins depends on whether ...

Mike Shanahan agreed Tuesday to become the coach of the Washington Redskins, the latest step in a major overhaul of a troubled franchise. Shanahan's decision to join the team was confirmed to The Associated Press by an official within the NFL. The official spoke on condition of anonymity because ...

The Washington Redskins moved quickly in their pursuit of Mike Shanahan on Monday, flying in the former Denver Broncos coach on the same day the team fired Jim Zorn. Shanahan and wife Peggy landed at Dulles International Airport near Redskins Park in mid-afternoon and were driven away ...

The Washington Redskins plan to fire coach Jim Zorn on Monday, an official within the NFL told The Associated Press. The Redskins planned to make the move on the day after the end of a disappointing regular season. Washington struggled early despite a weak schedule and finished 4-12 ...