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FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. -- Moses Kingsley remembers the moment he decided to return to Arkansas for his senior season, right after finishing a pre-draft workout last spring with the Boston Celtics.Without an invitation to the NBA draft combine, Kingsley knew it was likely best to give his ascent up the ranks of college basketballs better players another year of seasoning before turning pro.If the 6-foot-10 center makes the same progress on the court this season that he did a year ago, hell have no such problem earning the NBAs affection next spring -- or helping lead the Razorbacks back to the NCAA Tournament.Its nice when you have an anchor there, Arkansas coach Mike Anderson said of Kingsley.Kingsley entered last season as a relative unknown outside of Arkansas, having served as former Southeastern Conference Player of the Year Bobby Portis backup for two seasons. His athleticism was never in doubt, especially on the defensive end of the court, but the Nigerian appeared raw at times offensively.After Portis departure for the NBA, Kingsley was thrust into a leadership position for an overhauled Arkansas roster. It was a position in which he excelled, finishing last season second on the Razorbacks in scoring with an average of 15.9 points per game.He also led the team in rebounding with an average of 9.3 in 29.5 minutes per game, up from 10.9 minutes two seasons ago. And all the while, Kingsley continued to show his shot-blocking prowess by leading Arkansas with an average of 2.4 per game.The breakout performance was enough to convince Kingsley to test his NBA future, though he decided in Boston that he wanted to return for his final season.It was news his teammates had hoped for following a 16-16 season a year ago, particularly with a top incoming recruiting class on its way to join the Razorbacks.I was going to have to fight him if he didnt come back, Arkansas senior Manuale Watkins joked. It was a big relief, because Moses is arguably the best player in the SEC.Following his decision to return, Kingsley has had a busy summer -- from his inclusion among college basketballs best at the annual Nike Basketball Academy in Los Angeles in July to a trip to Spain with his Arkansas teammates for four games shortly afterward.He also spent time working out with his good friend, Portis, while focusing on improving his offensive game and limiting turnovers.(Portis) encouraged me to lead the team, set the tone in practice and the summer, Kingsley said. I told the coaches, `I dont want to be good, I want to be great.Arkansas won 27 games two seasons ago with Portis leading the way, and Anderson believes Kingsley has the talent to take on such a role this season -- though he has stressed the importance of being vocal and energetic to Kingsley.I just think Moses is a lot more composed now, Anderson said. 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I dont really feel like this is a rivalry-type situation. Our rivals are the Patriots, Cincinnati, Pittsburgh.The same applies to the Redskins, who no doubt would derive far more pleasure from defeating Dallas or the Giants. Because Washington is in the NFC East and Baltimore resides in the AFC North, this will be only the sixth meeting between the teams in the regular season.Theres no bad blood between these two teams, Ravens linebacker Terrell Suggs said.Washington coach Jay Gruden and Baltimore coach John Harbaugh exchanged heated words a year ago during the preseason after a rough tackle by Redskins linebacker Keenan Robinson, but any ill feelings between the two have vanished.That was a year ago. Thats ancient history, Harbaugh said.Gruden noted, It was a misunderstanding. I have a ton of respect for him as a football coach and what hes done, without a doubt. And, you know, that happened. Its over.Instead of peering at the other sideline Sunday, Gruden will focus on his own team, which is coming off a 31-20 win over Cleveland and looking to sustain some momentum after an 0-2 start.Playing so close to home does have its benefits: The Redskins will travel by bus from the same hotel they usually use when hosting games in Landover.The Ravens, meanwhile, will be in bounce-back mode after losing to the Raiders 28-27 at home last week.Some things to know about the second regular-season game between the Redskins and Ravens in Baltimore:BACKFIELD SHUFFLE: The Ravens released running back Justin Forsett on Tuesday, leaving Terrance West as the starter and Javorius Allen as the backup.West ran for a career-best 113 yards against the Raiders. 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As you get later in the season, if were continuing to give up these plays, itll be a tough year for us.PRESSURE NEEDED: The Ravens failed to get a sack against Oakland, and quarterback Derek Carr barely got his uniform dirty while throwing four touchdown passes.Suggs, the Ravens career sacks leader, attributed the shortcoming to Oakland utilizing its backs and tight ends for pass coverage.We practiced for it all week, but we just didnt capitalize on what we planned to do, he said. Were over it, but we know we cant let that happen again -- especially if we want to be a good team in this division.BALANCING ACT: Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins is averaging 293 yards passing a game, and thats not necessarily something he wants to keep up.Sure, he has tight end Jordan Reed, whos been nearly unstoppable, along with deep threats DeSean Jackson and Pierre Garcon. 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