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NFL notes: RGIII makes appearance at practice

Redskins QB Robert Griffin III was in pads for first time since ankle injury in Week 1. (Associated Press)
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Robert Griffin III’s recovery is progressing enough for him to make a cameo appearance at practice.

The Washington Redskins quarterback joined his teammates for stretching in Ashburn, Virginia, Saturday, but he left once the players split up to begin their drills. Nevertheless, it was the first time he has been at a practice when reporters were present since he dislocated his left ankle in the season opener at Houston. He was wearing cleats instead of a walking boot.

There’s still no timetable for Griffin’s return, but he isn’t expected back for several weeks at the earliest. Coach Jay Gruden would only say that Griffin is “making progress.”

Dallas’ Clairborne put on season-ending IR

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Morris Claiborne was put on injured reserve, four days after season-ending knee surgery.

Dallas signed linebacker Keith Smith from its practice squad and he is likely to play in his second game of the season today against Houston.

Claiborne injured his knee in last Sunday’s 38-21 home win over New Orleans.