Chris Thompson

AP Exclusive: Athletes wary about virus, testing upon return

By HOWARD FENDRICHMay 28, 2020 GMT

Chris Thompson is an NFL running back. He also is the father of a 4-month-old daughter, Kali. Guess which of those facts matters more to him when he ponders eventually returning to work amid a pandemic...

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Jamison Crowder, Chris Thompson active vs. Eagles

Matthew Paras The Washington TimesDecember 4, 2018 GMT

PHILADELPHIA Redskins wide receiver Jamison Crowder and running back Chris Thompson are active for Monday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Both are returning at a good time for the Redskins, given the importance of this NFC East matchup.

Trent Williams, Quinton Dunbar active for Redskins against Cowboys

Adam Zielonka The Washington TimesNovember 22, 2018 GMT

ARLINGTON, Texas Left tackle Trent Williams and cornerback Quinton Dunbar are active for the Washington Redskins' game on Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys.

Williams (thumb) and Dunbar (shin) entered Thursday listed as questionable on the injury report.

Redskins-Cowboys: what time, TV channel, how to watch

Matthew Paras The Washington TimesOctober 21, 2018 GMT

The Redskins seek their first NFC East win Sunday when they take on the Dallas Cowboys. Here's what you need to know:

Chris Thompson on attendance: ‘I expected it to be packed, honestly’

Matthew Paras The Washington TimesSeptember 18, 2018 GMT

ASHBURN A six-season veteran, Chris Thompson knows what a good crowd can do for the home team. The Redskins running back pointed out how energy from the fans gives a "boost" to the offense, while making it hard for opposing team to communicate.

Redskins booed as team trails vs. Colts at halftime

Matthew Paras The Washington TimesSeptember 16, 2018 GMT

LANDOVER The boo birds are out at FedEx Field.

The Redskins trail 14-3 at halftime Sunday to the Indianapolis Colts, generating only 121 yards of offense, in the process. Kicker Dustin Hopkins missed a 49-yard field goal attempt just before the end of the half.

Nebraska Open

Special to The Columbus TelegramSeptember 16, 2018 GMT

The 2018 Wells Fargo Nebraska Open got underway Friday and will continue through Sunday at Elks Country Club.

This year’s field features three past champions along with many other professional and amateur golfers from across the country.

Chris Thompson will not play Redskins’ first preseason game

Adam Zielonka The Washington TimesAugust 5, 2018 GMT

Washington Redskins running back Chris Thompson will not play Thursday in the team's first preseason game against the New England Patriots, coach Jay Gruden announced Sunday.

Thompson broke his leg in November and was placed on injured reserve for the final six weeks of the 2017 season.

Samaje Perine entering ‘critical year’ after average rookie season

Matthew Paras The Washington TimesJune 10, 2018 GMT

Samaje Perine thought his rookie season went just "all right." The Redskins running back was the team's leading rusher, starting eight games and finishing with 603 yards.

But Perine managed only 3.4 yards per carry and rushed for only one touchdown.

Chris Thompson: Kirk Cousins sent mixed messages about staying

Matthew Paras The Washington TimesFebruary 8, 2018 GMT

Redskins running back Chris Thompson said Wednesday that quarterback Kirk Cousins sent "mixed messages" about whether he wanted to stay with Washington for the long-term.

Appearing on The Team 980, Thompson said he expected Cousins to stay.