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Liam Griffin

Liam Griffin is a sports reporter for The Washington Times. A graduate of George Mason University, he previously covered local news for Patch in northern Virginia. He can be reached at lgriffin@washigntontimes.com.

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Divide between ESPN’s Troy Aikman, Joe Buck remains

Joe Buck and Troy Aikman are reportedly feuding after ESPN officials signed Buck to a new deal.

November 3, 2026

Spanish striker Jesus de Miguel dies after on-pitch collision

Spanish police and prosecutors are investigating after Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel died after an on-pitch collision with a goalkeeper during a LaLiga 2 match.

November 3, 2026

Weak NFC East has Commanders eyeing divisional title: ‘Why not?’

Don't look now, but the Washington Commanders are alive.

November 2, 2026

‘Primary indications are positive’ for Lions linebacker after neck injury

Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell remained at a hospital on Monday as he recovers from a neck injury suffered during Sunday's win over the Minnesota Vikings. But "primary indications are positive," the team announced.

November 2, 2026

ESPN’s Wilbon announces ‘indefinite leave of absence’

Longtime ESPN commentator and former Washington Post columnist Michael Wilbon announced an indefinite leave of absence from his television duties on Monday due to "multiple health issues."

November 2, 2026

Buccaneers make history with no completions in win over Falcons

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers didn't need to complete a pass in Sunday's 16-0 win over the Atlanta Falcons, becoming the first NFL team since the 1974 Buffalo Bills to win a game without a completion.

November 2, 2026

Emotional Lions reckon with Jack Campbell’s ‘hard to see’ neck injury

Players and coaches with the Detroit Lions cried on the field and struggled through questions with the media after linebacker Jack Campbell was taken to an area hospital with a scary neck injury during Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings.

November 2, 2026

Capitals debut new ‘Hometown Remix’ jerseys

The Washington Capitals, alongside the other 31 NHL franchises, unveiled their new "Hometown Remix" jerseys on Monday through a collaboration with Fanatics. Washington's new kits feature a deep blue hue and the popular "Screaming Eagle" logo on the shoulders.

November 2, 2026

Commanders fans were locked in Vienna Metro station for less than 10 minutes

A handful of Commanders fans took the Metro home from Sunday's win over the Philadelphia Eagles, only to find the gates to leave the Vienna/Fairfax-GMU station were locked with a chain.

November 2, 2026

Commanders overcome early mistakes, score 27 unanswered to beat Eagles

The Commanders overcame an array of early miscues on Sunday night, scoring 27 unanswered points to defeat the division rival Philadelphia Eagles 27-10 in primetime.

November 1, 2026

Lions’ Campbell to remain hospitalized after suffering neck injury against Vikings

Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell will remain hospitalized overnight after suffering a neck injury during Sunday's 19-15 win over the Minnesota Vikings, the team announced.

November 1, 2026

Wizards exercise team options for Sarr, Carrington, George, Johnson, Riley

The Wizards' young core is sticking around a bit longer. The franchise exercised team options on Sunday for center Alex Sarr, guard Bub Carrington, forward Kyshawn George, guard Tre Johnson and forward Will Riley.

November 1, 2026

Ravens’ Jackson needs thumb surgery, could miss rest of season

Quarterback Lamar Jackson's first game back in nearly a month was short-lived. The dual-threat signal-caller left the Baltimore Ravens game against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday after the first play.

November 1, 2026

Capitals add goalie Remi Poirier via trade with Devils

The Washington Capitals added goaltender Remi Poirier through a trade with the New Jersey Devils on Sunday, the team announced.

November 1, 2026

Atlanta Dream’s Angel Reese vows ‘we’ll be back’ after WNBA Finals loss to Valkyries

Angel Reese's spectacular first season with the Atlanta Dream ended on a sour note Saturday.

November 1, 2026

Big 12 admits officiating error gave BYU touchdown in win over Arizona State

The Big 12 admitted to an officiating error that incorrectly awarded BYU a touchdown in Saturday's 27-20 win over Arizona State.

November 1, 2026

Commanders’ Payne out for season with foot fracture

The hits keep coming for the 1-4-1 Washington Commanders. Standout defensive tackle Daron Payne is expected to miss the remainder of the season with a fractured foot.

November 1, 2026