Redskins' Jones makes progress, hopes to play vs. Steelers (Yahoo Sports)

Matt Jones slipped on a yellow non-contact jersey at the Washington Redskins' Monday morning practice as a precaution for the starting running back's separated left shoulder, though he was not happy about wearing it. Jones, the second-year pro expected to start for the Redskins this season, is adamant that he will be ready Monday night when Washington hosts the Pittsburgh Steelers in the season opener for both teams. Jones was on the field after practice holding a blocking pad while teammate Chris Thompson repeatedly smacked into the pad.