Brandyn Thompson remains upbeat despite demotion

Washington Redskins rookie cornerback Brandyn Thompson may have been demoted to the practice squad last week to make room for returning veteran Phillip Buchanon, but Thompson has maintained a positive outlook. Selected in the seventh round out of Boise State, Thompson was one of eight 2011 draft picks to make Washington’s 53-man roster when the season opened. He appeared in two of the team’s first four games, but Washington cut him Oct. 4. The following day, after he cleared waivers, the Redskins signed him to their eight-man practice squad. Read full article >>