Washington overcomes odds to make NFL playoffs Gene Marrano January 4, 2021 1 minute read Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera battled cancer in his first season with the franchise and went through several upheavals at quarterback. Now Washington at 7 and 9 after beating the Eagles last night is in the NFL playoffs: Share: Post navigation Previous: Roanoke Valley sees double digit increase in new coronavirus casesNext: Taubman hires new Chief Curator Related Stories Roanoke Fashion Week Returns Emma Thomas April 22, 2026 Virginia redistricting referendum passes by razor-thin margin as legal challenges loom Ian Price April 22, 2026 How to choose the healthiest plants for your landscape Denise Membreno April 22, 2026