Daily Slop: Jay Gruden trying to get handle on roller-coaster Redskins; Crowder unlikely to play vs. Cowboys

I wanted to take a moment this morning to remember our friend Rich Tandler, who most all of you know by now passed away suddenly Tuesday at the age of 63. Rich was not only an inspiration to all of us fans who ever wanted to make it in the cut-throat world of journalism, he was also a genuinely nice person who I had the honor of meeting on multiple occasions.

Tandler’s post’s, including his daily “Need to know’s” have been a staple of the ‘Slop’ ever since I started doing the slot back in 2010. His opinion’s, knowledge, and ability to talk Redskins at the drop of a hat were truly next world...it’s not that often that you find someone that matches the same passion for the Redskins that us fans have among the media room. Rest easy Rich...you truly made a lasting impression on this fellow Richmonder.

Statement From Redskins Owner Dan Snyder On Passing Of Rich Tandler
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ASHBURN

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