LANDOVER, Md. — Washington Redskins head coach Jim Zorn walked to the podium and let out an exasperated sigh. He promised a full examination in the aftermath of Sunday night’s 14-10 loss to Dallas, a game that further muddied the picture of which NFC East teams will make the postseason.

LANDOVER, Md. — After three-and-a-half months of work, the Washington Redskins finally get their first chance to rest since the regular season began.

LANDOVER, Md. — Cleveland had but a few feet to six points. In most instances, it’s a foregone conclusion; goal line situations are plentiful, but goal line stands are rare.

When he takes stock of where his team is, Jim Zorn tries not to look at the Washington Redskins’ 4-1 record. He tries not to think about being classified as one of the best teams in the NFL.

The Washington Redskins are not in the midst of a youth movement, but six of their 10 selections from this year’s draft were active Sunday against the New Orleans Saints.

The Washington Redskins’ offense was sputtering: Two straight three-and-outs led to Reggie Bush’s dramatic punt return and the New Orleans’ Saints’ two-score lead.

The Washington Redskins’ offense started faster than the cars that were whizzing by on the nearby interstate highway.

ASHBURN — The gates opened at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, but cars of fans were lined up well before sunrise to watch the burgundy and gold take the field.

ASHBURN — Jason Taylor does not want anyone to think his days as a football player are finished. He doesn’t want anyone to think he’s more interested in “Dancing with the Stars” than tackling quarterbacks, and he especially wants people to know he did not agree to play for the Washington Redskins just to collect millions of dollars.