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The 2000s Part 6

Sept. 13, 2001

Redskins Relief: Washington Redskins announce the establishment of the Redskins Relief Fund for the benefit of families of the victims of the September 11 tragedy at the Pentagon. During the course of the season, the Redskins raised more than $700,000.

July 29, 2001

Carlisle Return: Redskins return to Carlisle, Pa.'s Dickinson College for training camp after a six-year hiatus. The team held training camp at Carlisle from 1963-94.

Jan. 3, 2001

In Charge: Former Cleveland Browns and Kansas City Chiefs head coach Marty Schottenheimer signs on as the Redskins' 24th head coach in team history.

Dec. 24, 2000

Center Stage: Larry Centers becomes the NFL's all-time leader in catches by a running back with 685 receptions.

Dec. 4, 2000

Turner Out: Norv Turner is dismissed as Redskins head coach after 13 games. Terry Robiskie is named interim coach to finish out the season.

July 20, 2000

Homeward Bound: Redskins open training camp at their year-round training facility for the first time, welcoming fans to Redskins Park in Ashburn, Va. From 1994-99, the team held training camp in Frostburg, Md.

Jan. 20, 2000

In the Community: Owner Daniel M. Snyder introduces the Washington Redskins Leadership Council, a foundation to support youth and community-based initiatives throughout the Washington, D.C.-region.

Jan. 15, 2000

One Point: In divisional playoff round, the Redskins lose to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 14-13. A fourth-quarter comeback fell short when the snap on a field goal attempt went awry.

Buccaneers QB Josh Freeman sneaks for a 2-point conversion. (AP Photo)

Jan. 8, 2000

Wild Win: In first post-season game ever at FedExField, Redskins dominate Detroit Lions—who were led by former Redskins QB Gus Frerotte—in Wild Card playoff win, 27-13. Stephen Davis leads the way with 119 rushing yards on 15 carries, plus two touchdowns.

Jan. 2, 2000

Records Fall: Running back Stephen Davis rushes for a club-record 1,405 yards and quarterback Brad Johnson completes a club-record 316 passes and throws for more than 4,000 yards.

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