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WITH THE START of both the NFL and NHL seasons, sports in the nation's capital are in full force--and the action has yet to take a pause.

As expected, the Washington Redskins have run themselves into their usual midseason troubles, leaving both a coach and an owner with a lot to think about.

Problems with fourth-year quarterback Jason Campbell arose at the start of the last year of his current contract with the 'Skins.

The typical downfall of the quarterback has come about early this year, and Redskins fans are not happy with results so far. After a shaky 2-3 start for the Redskins and Campbell, coach Jim Zorn decided it was time to call it quits during halftime when he pulled Campbell and replaced him with veteran of the second-string quarterback position Todd Collins in their week-six game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Collins went six of 14 passing for 75 yards and no touchdowns while the Redskins found themselves their fourth loss.

Many expected Zorn to be fired immediately after the game--something that some fans have been waiting weeks for--but instead of firing him, owner Dan Snyder decided to strip him of his offensive play-calling duties and give them to offensive consultant Sherman Lewis.

Almost immediately following the decision, Hall of Famer Steve Largent, a former teammate and friend of Zorn's, told a Seattle radio station that Zorn did not want to give up the play-calling responsibilities and considered taking a walk from the 'Skins organization--an act some would love at this point.

However the plays are being called on the offensive side of the field, the Redskins organization has decided that Jason Campbell will still be the starting quarterback, in a way implying that once again Campbell is getting a "second chance" at making his way in the NFL.

Whether the Redskins can figure out their problems and quit their high school drama style of business will rest in the hands of the front office, the coaching staff and the players as one. But whatever they do, the NFL is not waiting.

On the more successful side of Washington sports, the Capitals are off to another great start with a healthy lineup, and the last time I checked they still have the "Great Eight"--left wing Alex Ovechkin--at the helm.