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Commanders place linebacker Magee on injured reserve
The injury bug hit the Washington Commanders in Week 1. The team sent linebacker Jordan Magee to injured reserve after he suffered a hamstring injury during Sunday's season-opening loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.
LOVERRO: When the game is on the line, dance with the one that brought you
In the classic film "Hoosiers," with the score tied at 40-40 and seconds left on the clock, Hickory gets possession of the ball and calls time out. They huddle around their coach, Norman Dale, who gives them to play he believes will win the game:
Commanders' 'awesome' special teams shine despite rollercoaster loss to Eagles
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels stole most of the headlines for valiant late-game heroics in Sunday's losing effort to the Eagles. But NFL fans and coaches who have watched game film are raving about the effort from special teams ace Tyler Owens.
Commanders show promise, despite miscues, in season-opening loss to Eagles
The Washington Commanders didn't look like a finished product during Sunday's season-opening 24-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. They were a promising prototype, though, according to players and coaches.
Commanders' rookie coordinators eager to hit ground running against Eagles
The preparations are nearing an end for Washington Commanders coordinators David Blough and Daronte Jones, who will make their play-calling debuts for the squad's offense and defense, respectively, during Sunday's season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Commanders' Way 'pretty sure' he'll retire at season's end
Three-time Pro Bowl punter Tress Way said Thursday that he would likely retire at the end of this season.
LOVERRO: No need to toss dirt on Commanders' grave before season begins
I'm not ready to bury the Washington Commanders this season.
Commanders 'all in' on ping-pong to foster competition as NFL season kicks off
The top player on the Washington Commanders' locker room ping-pong leaderboard -- the latest effort to instill a pervasive sense of competition throughout the organization -- is punter Tress Way.
Commanders' Daniels, McLaurin, Luvu named season-long captains
Commanders coach Dan Quinn doesn't typically name season-long team captains. But this year's roster forced his hand, the third-year coach said Monday.
New book offers glimpse into corporate rise of Commanders owner Harris
A big book coming out Tuesday about the rise of Apollo Global Management and its controversial billionaire cofounder, Leon Black, has a considerable amount about Washington Commanders owner Josh Harris -- Black's former business partner and also a cofounder of Apollo.
Already low expectations for Commanders fall further after preseason struggles, injuries
Expectations are sinking for Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders, as national media members and Las Vegas oddsmakers tout concerns about injuries, roster depth and first-year coordinators David Blough and Daronte Jones.
Commanders' linemen, including training camp surprise Togiai, look to dispel concerns
Undrafted offensive lineman Tanoa Togiai was one of the surprises on the Commanders' initial 53-man roster, sneaking onto the depth chart after showing off strength and quickness during training camp. With offensive line depth a lingering concern, the Utah product could be called upon sooner rather than later.
Eagles are repeat NFC East champs, but Super Bowl wins are the standard now
The Philadelphia Eagles are the first in a generation with back-to-back titles in the NFC East, a division that didn't have another team with a winning record last season.
Commanders' brass preaches confidence, comfort in face of depth concerns
The Commanders' initial 53-man roster was a rough draft at best, according to coach Dan Quinn and general manager Adam Peters. The team continued its moves around the margins on Monday, despite avoiding any splashy moves, signings or waiver acquisitions.
Ravens sign Moody to the practice squad as Loop continues to struggle
The Baltimore Ravens signed kicker Jake Moody to the practice squad, giving the team another option if second-year man Tyler Loop continues to struggle.
Commanders keep seven receivers, just three corners in initial 53-man roster
In Washington, Sunday marked the end of several hard-fought training camp competitions. Offensive linemen, wide receivers and linebackers battled throughout the preseason to earn their spots on the depth chart.
Ravens rout Commanders in preseason finale, but Loop misses two more field goals
Tyler Huntley and Joe Fagnano each threw a touchdown pass in a dominant first half for the Baltimore Ravens, who wrapped up their preseason schedule with a 41-3 rout of the Washington Commanders on Friday night.
Countdown to 53: Injuries open spots for Commanders' hopefuls
The Washington Commanders' players and coaches have spent months preparing for this weekend -- Friday's preseason finale and Sunday's dreaded roster cutdown day.
LOVERRO: Commanders' woeful offensive line haunted by Rivera's roster choices
The Ron Rivera roster that general manager Adam Peters and coach Dan Quinn inherited was so deeply devoid of talent that it will take more than the three drafts and free agencies that they have overseen since taking over in 2024 to build a competitive foundation for this team.
Commanders' beleaguered line struggles in joint practice with Ravens
Wednesday's joint practice against the Baltimore Ravens wasn't the crowning jewel on which the Washington Commanders and quarterback Jayden Daniels were hoping to end their training camp ahead of Friday's final preseason game.
Commanders release safety Harris with cut-down day on horizon
The Commanders' 53-man roster is taking shape as training camp winds down. The team released safety Will Harris on Tuesday morning, ending one of the tightest competitions of Washington's offseason.
LOVERRO: Small sample raises big questions about protecting Daniels
Well, that was a wasted trip to Detroit for the Commanders. Hope they had some time to at least squeeze in a visit to the Motown Museum.
LOVERRO: Silly flap over No. 5 jersey splashes a little mud in the face of the franchise
Quarterback Jayden Daniels has been the biggest distraction for the organization during Commanders training camp. Or, more specifically, the business of Jayden Daniels.
Bad news for big men: Commanders' Newton ruled out indefinitely as line injuries rise
Commanders coach Dan Quinn confirmed Thursday that defensive tackle Jer'Zhan Newton will miss extended time after undergoing surgery for a torn pectoral muscle.
Commanders' injury concerns grow as Newton sees specialist for pec issue
The dog days of training camp are taking a toll on the Commanders' defense.
Commanders churn training camp roster ahead of second preseason game
The Commanders' training camp roster churn continued Tuesday as the team officially signed four free agents and moved a pair of veterans to injured reserve.
Bieniemy jokes wife Mia gave him blessing to rejoin Chiefs after she was shot at their Virginia home
Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy joked Tuesday that he had the blessing of his wife, Mia, to return to the team after she was shot at their Virginia home because, well, "I know I was driving her and a bunch of my family members crazy in the house."
Commanders to cut kicker Moody, sign running back Reynolds
The Commanders have ended one training camp battle. Undrafted rookie Drew Stevens is expected to be the team's starting kicker, as the Commanders planned to release veteran Jake Moody, sources familiar with the move confirmed on Monday.
Miller set to join his hometown Cowboys after one season with Commanders
Von Miller is set to sign with his hometown Dallas Cowboys and doesn't even want to wait a week for the team to get back from training camp in California before joining the club.
Commanders roll with Kaliakmanis, Hartman as backups with Mariota out for preseason
Jayden Daniels is the Commanders' starting quarterback for the foreseeable future. Who takes snaps behind him became an open question after backup Marcus Mariota was diagnosed with a sprained MCL, the team confirmed Sunday.
Commanders' four players to watch during preseason opener against Dolphins
Commanders football returns on Friday night with a home exhibition against the Miami Dolphins.
Commanders' Daniels sends cease-and-desist letter to LSU over jersey spat
Jayden Daniels is limiting his relationship with LSU. Attorneys for the Washington Commanders quarterback sent a cease-and-desist letter to his alma mater this week.
Value of Commanders' joint practices grows amidst 'watered down' preseason slate
The NFL preseason game is a dying species. Starters are playing fewer snaps than ever in the exhibitions as joint practices -- like Wednesday's session between the Miami Dolphins and Washington Commanders in Ashburn, Virginia -- take over.
Diggs wows new Commanders teammates with on-field acumen, off-field charm
Stefon Diggs has wasted no time ingratiating himself with the Washington Commanders.
Commanders comfortable with Coleman at left tackle with Tunsil out indefinitely
The Commanders have a 313-pound hole in their offensive line. Coach Dan Quinn confirmed Monday that five-time Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil will undergo surgery this week to repair the triceps he tore during practice last week.
Mystics' Delle Donne, Commanders' Fletcher to be inducted into D.C. Sports Hall of Fame
The Washington, D.C. Sports Hall of Fame will welcome a new class later this month, featuring former Mystics' MVP Elena Delle Donne, gold-medal-winning bobsledder Elana Meyers Taylor and ex-Commanders linebacker London Fletcher, organizers announced Monday.
Commanders' Tunsil is expected to miss most of 2026 with torn triceps
Washington Commanders left tackle Laremy Tunsil is expected to miss most of this season with a torn triceps, NFL Network reported. The five-time Pro Bowler suffered the injury in practice Saturday.
Diggs returns home to Commanders in a full-circle moment
For the first decade of his NFL career, Stefon Diggs always felt like he had something to prove when going up against Washington.
Diggs gives Commanders a proven receiver they need behind McLaurin
The Washington Commanders added needed depth at wide receiver with the signing of Stefon Diggs. They agreed Wednesday to the deal with Diggs, who could practice for the first time with his new team Friday.
Commanders to sign Maryland native, receiver Diggs to one-year, $12 million deal
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has a new weapon. The team agreed Wednesday to sign wide receiver Stefon Diggs to a one-year deal worth up to $12 million, a source familiar with the negotiations told The Washington Times.
Commanders' rookies 'blessed' to be featured in 'Madden' video game
The "Welcome to the NFL" moment doesn't always come on the field. Many of the Commanders' rookies have instead been floored by their inclusion in EA Sports' annual "Madden" video game. However, they have some complaints about how they are depicted.
Commanders sign cornerback Moreau after Witherspoon retires
The Commanders added depth to their cornerback room on Tuesday by signing journeyman Fabian Moreau, team officials confirmed.
Intensity rises at Commanders training camp during the first padded practice
After preaching the need for competition at the start of Washington Commanders training camp, coach Dan Quinn got his wish Monday in the first practice with players in full pads.
Hall of Famers Darrell Green, John Riggins join Commanders in new roles
Hall of Famers Darrell Green and John Riggins were back in burgundy and gold on Saturday morning.
LOVERRO: High-voltage Daniels can fuel reenergized Commanders
There's a "ton of energy" in the building. That's one of the messages Adam Peters, Commanders general manager, shared Tuesday in his training camp kickoff press conference.
'Bigger, faster, stronger': Commanders bring focus on fitness, physiques to training camp
As if football players weren't already athletic enough, the Washington Commanders opened their first training camp practice on Wednesday "bigger, faster and stronger" after making athletic conditioning a guiding principle for the offseason.
Commanders open training camp with offensive question marks
The countdown to NFL kickoff began in earnest on Tuesday in Ashburn, Virginia, as the Commanders' veterans reported to training camp for their first full-team practice of the offseason. But after another offseason roster overhaul, several question marks dot the offensive depth chart.
After an offseason of questions, Commanders start working on answers
The Aiyuk sideshow, a fired assistant, and two new coordinators: Commanders camp has questions.
Commanders part ways with TE coach Steele following DWI arrest
The Washington Commanders announced Monday that they were "parting ways" with tight ends coach Ben Steele, who joined the franchise in March.
Commanders' rookies to watch as training camp, preseason near
The Washington Commanders' rookies report to training camp on Friday. Many of them -- including first-round linebacker Sonny Styles -- are looking to hit the ground running as they vie for spots in the starting lineup and on the final 53-man roster.
Commanders' Styles makes NFLPA Rising Stars list
Washington Commanders rookie Sonny Styles could become a household name in the near future.
Commanders to retire Riggins' No. 44 jersey
No Washington Commander will ever wear No. 44 again. The NFL franchise announced Thursday that it will retire the jersey in honor of Hall of Fame running back John Riggins during a home game against the Los Angeles Rams on Nov. 8.
Aiyuk slights Commanders' Daniels in receiver's latest effort to leave 49ers
Brandon Aiyuk's strange plan to court the Washington Commanders took a puzzling turn over the weekend, as the disgruntled San Francisco 49ers pass-catcher appeared to slight Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels on social media.
RFK Master Plan proposes new housing, entertainment, park space around Commanders' stadium
D.C. officials released a draft of the RFK Master Plan, which maps out where new housing, recreation and retail developments will be featured around the future stadium of the NFL's Washington Commanders.
2027 NFL Draft in Washington to run from April 29 through May 1
The countdown to the 2027 NFL Draft in the District officially began on Thursday. League officials confirmed that the event would begin on Thursday, April 29 and continue through Saturday, May 1 on the National Mall.
LOVERRO: Pick up Aiyuk? Be ready to lift some baggage
Brandon Aiyuk doesn't play in Washington. He doesn't live in Washington. He wasn't born in Washington. But you would think he was the most popular athlete in the nation's capital with the way his absence -- or presence, it's confusing -- has dominated local sports talk.
Aiyuk says he'll sign with Commanders if 49ers grant his wish for a release
Disgruntled receiver Brandon Aiyuk said he would sign immediately with the Washington Commanders if the San Francisco 49ers grant his wish and release him.
Commanders announce training camp, joint practice schedule
The Commanders announced Monday that their rookies will report to minicamp on July 24, with veterans checking into the team facility in Ashburn, Virginia, on July 28.
Daniels is done talking about last season as there's enough on his plate for 2026
The start of the 2026 season is less than three months away for the Washington Commanders, and it's no surprise that Jayden Daniels wants to look forward, not backward.
Commanders' coaches, teammates laud 'in control' rookie Styles during offseason workouts
The Commanders remade their franchise two years ago when they drafted quarterback Jayden Daniels, an even-keeled leader who's a competitive menace on the field. Washington's leaders think they found his defensive mirror in rookie linebacker Sonny Styles.
