Articles by Matthew Paras
Though Wentz didn't exactly lift the Commanders during his first stint -- the team went just 2-4 in his six starts before breaking his finger In October -- Rivera said he thinks the quarterback is in a better position to do so this time around. Here's why.
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December 28, 2022
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Baltimore boxer Gervonta Davis was arrested Tuesday on a domestic violence charge, according to jail records in Broward County, Florida.
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December 28, 2022
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Carson Wentz is getting another chance.
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December 28, 2022
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The Washington Commanders have a pivotal game Sunday against the Cleveland Browns, but coach Ron Rivera isn't ready yet to reveal his starting quarterback for the showdown.
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December 27, 2022
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Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson will be out "long term" after he was hit in the face by a puck last week, coach Peter Laviolette said Tuesday.
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December 27, 2022
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There's a scenario in which the Washington Commanders can actually clinch a playoff spot this coming weekend. But things would have to break their way.
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December 27, 2022
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In terms of the standings, not much may have changed for the Washington Commanders after Saturday's defeat to the San Francisco 49ers as the team remains the seventh seed with a 7-7-1 record. Quarterback is a different story, however.
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December 25, 2022
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After throwing an interception in the fourth quarter, Taylor Heinicke stormed to the sideline and was met by coach Ron Rivera. The conversation between the two lasted just seconds, but it was long enough for the Washington Commanders quarterback to slam his helmet out of frustration.
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December 24, 2022
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Bids to purchase the Washington Commanders are due by the end of this week -- and owner Dan Snyder could get a lot more for the franchise than initially expected.
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December 22, 2022
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For about two hours after he found out he made the Pro Bowl, Jeremy Reaves set his phone on Do Not Disturb and just sat on his couch to think about everything he had been through the last few years.
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December 22, 2022
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Chase Young will make his long-awaited season debut Saturday against the San Francisco 49ers, coach Ron Rivera said Thursday.
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December 22, 2022
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Defensive tackle Jonathan Allen, punter Tress Way, safety Jeremy Reaves and wideout Terry McLaurin were among the Commanders' Pro Bowl selections when the NFL announced the rosters Wednesday evening. All but McLaurin were named starters.
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December 21, 2022
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Washington Commanders quarterback Carson Wentz said Wednesday he's 'physically feeling good' more than two months after breaking his finger and said he'll be ready to play if called upon.
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December 21, 2022
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Near-constant quarterback change can be a nightmare for any NFL team. The Commanders know that better than most. But the 10-4 49ers have been able to sustain the churn as Brock Purdy -- the last pick in this year's draft -- has performed at a relatively high level.
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December 21, 2022
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Kayvon Thibodeaux's defensive score wasn't just the turning point in this weekend's game. The play served as a reminder of the impact that Young -- the 2020 defensive rookie of the year -- hasn't been able to create for the Commanders this season.
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December 20, 2022
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The first round of bids are reportedly due by the end of this week for those interested in buying the Washington Commanders.
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December 20, 2022
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Ron Rivera said Monday that he won't make a quarterback change for Saturday's showdown with the San Francisco 49ers. But with three games left on the schedule, practically every decision that Rivera makes down the stretch will be magnified.
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December 19, 2022
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A day after Washington's loss, Commanders fans -- including NBA star Kevin Durant -- posted a series of memes that feature Giants corner Darnay Holmes wrapped around Commanders wide receiver Curis Samuel in photoshopped situations.
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December 19, 2022
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Here's how costly this weekend's defeat could be for the Commanders: According to NBC, Washington now only has a 34% chance of making the postseason. A victory would have boosted those odds to 91%.
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December 19, 2022
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There's no way to sugarcoat Sunday's 20-12 loss for the Washington Commanders: They blew it.
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December 18, 2022
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