A morning roundup of what the local and national media have to say about the Washington Redskins on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2015.

All reports, rumors and conjecture are a reflection of the media conversation and are not endorsed or confirmed by the Washington Redskins.

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-- In his daily "Need To Know," CSN Mid-Atlantic's Rich Tandler has a look at some of the surprise contributors for the Redskins this season.

-- CSN Mid-Atlantic's Tarik El-Bashir writes that Kirk Cousins avoided questions about his contract and future on Wednesday, instead explaining that he's focused on the Panthers.

-- El-Bashir also reports that Silas Redd Jr. has been suspended four games and can serve it while on Injured Reserve.

-- The Washington Times' Anthony Gulizia writes about Jay Gruden's comments about Cam Newton and how he is making an MVP case this season.

-- ESPN's John Keim has this piece on how the practice intensity for the Redskins is fueling better competition.

-- With yesterday being 30 years since Joe Theismann broke his leg on national TV, ESPN's Kevin Stone looked back at the day with 10 facts you might not have known.

-- The Washington Post's Mike Jones says the offensive line is young, but they play with a lot of power.

-- Four different members of the NFL.com crew look at how all four NFC East teams can win the division. 

-- The Richmond Times-Dispatch's Michael Phillips says the Redskins are preparing themselves for meaningful November and December games.

Check Out What's On Redskins.com:

--Cousins' Father, Don, Is A Big Chris Cooley Fan

--Redskins Share Thoughts On Cam Newton's Dancing

--Hall Embarking On Possible Safety Role

--5 Takeaways: Nov. 18 Kirk Cousins Presser

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