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Washington Football Team: Former linebacker Rich Milot passes away at 64

CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 27: Linebacker Rich Milot #57 of the Washington Redskins pursues running back Kevin Mack #34 of the Cleveland Browns during a game at Cleveland Municipal Stadium on October 27, 1985 in Cleveland, Ohio. Washington defeated Cleveland 14-7. (Photo by George Gojkovich/Getty Images)

Despite losing the game, fans of the Washington Football Team entered the weekend feeling encouraged after Ron Rivera’s side put forth a promising display in their preseason opener against the New England Patriots on Thursday evening.

Unfortunately for the fan base, the positive vibes ended just as the weekend was nearing its final hours.