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Mariota put on injured reserve by Commanders with Driskel to back up Daniels
The Washington Commanders put Marcus Mariota on injured reserve on Saturday, ensuring the veteran quarterback will miss at least the first four games of the season.
Blitz-happy Buccaneers present unique challenge for Commanders
Jayden Daniels grew up dreaming about Sunday -- the day he'll make his NFL debut as a starting quarterback when his Washington Commanders take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
LOVERRO: 'Better' isn't too much to expect -- for the new owner or for Commanders fans
Washington Commanders owner Josh Harris has let everyone know what he expects of his new hires - general manager Adam Peters and coach Dan Quinn - this season.
Commanders fire VP after abusive remarks about fans, players caught on hidden camera
The Washington Commanders fired Vice President of Content Rael Enteen on Thursday after a secretly recorded video showed him making disparaging comments about the NFL, players and fans.
Magic Johnson buys a stake in Washington Spirit
Magic Johnson has bought an ownership stake in the National Women's Soccer League's Washington Spirit, the basketball great-turned entrepreneur's latest addition to his professional sports team portfolio.
Commanders suspend vice president after undercover video showed him disparaging players, fans
The Washington Commanders said Wednesday they have suspended an employee pending an internal investigation after he was shown making derogatory comments about players and fans in undercover video posted on social media.
Moving the goalposts: Booming NFL looks to expand global footprint with Brazil game
The NFL steamroller returns Thursday night, as the defending champion Kansas City Chiefs host the Baltimore Ravens in a game that is sure to draw massive ratings, whether Taylor Swift is on hand or not.
Four more years: Commanders sign guard Sam Cosmi to extension
One of the best offensive linemen on the Washington Commanders is sticking around for the long haul. They signed guard Sam Cosmi to a four-year contract extension on Wednesday.
Unpredictable NFC East presents stiff competition for overhauled Commanders
Every NFC East team was disappointed by the end of the 2023 season. As the 2024 campaign kicks off, the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys will look to rebound from last season's playoff disappointments, while the upstart Washington Commanders and New York Giants aim to take the next step in their rebuilds.
Commanders' Luke McCaffrey set to add to famous family's NFL legacy
Luke McCaffrey has some big cleats to fill as the son of Ed and brother of Christian. Also following brother Max, he is on the verge of being the fourth member of his family to play in the NFL.
LOVERRO: Josh Harris finding out it's not easy being Burgundy and Gold
Josh Harris held a "welcome to my life" press conference before the Washington Commanders' last preseason game -- and it wasn't all roses and sunshine.
NFL owners newly endorse private equity stakes
NFL owners voted their carefully crafted approval of private equity in club ownership, putting in place a provisional new rule on Tuesday that lets certain firms buy up a stake of up to 10% in any of the 32 franchises that have soared in value over the past few decades like few other industries.
Commanders, Quinn move on from Rivera-era draft picks with initial 53-man roster
The Commanders, along with the rest of the league, trimmed their 90-man preseason rosters down to 53 players, with Washington unexpectedly parting ways with several Ron Rivera draft picks from last year.
Commanders sell naming rights to stadium
The Washington Commanders will play their 2024 home games at the newly renamed Northwest Stadium, so named after the NFL franchise finalized a multiyear naming rights agreement with Virginia-based Northwest Federal Credit Union on Tuesday.
Commanders look to put roster 'puzzle' together before final cutdown
Commanders coach Dan Quinn and general manager Adam Peters have until 4 p.m. on Tuesday to trim their 91-man training camp roster down to 53 players.
Commanders unveil amenities, new food options
It's a new day for Washington Commanders fans. That was the message from team owner Josh Harris as his franchise hosted its first game at the newly renamed and renovated Commanders Field in Maryland.
Commanders to build Sean Taylor statue outside Maryland stadium
The Commanders will honor former safety Sean Taylor with a statue outside their stadium in Landover, Maryland, the franchise announced Saturday.
Commanders trade Dotson to Eagles on day of deals
The Commanders traded wide receiver Jahan Dotson to the division rival Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for a third-round pick and two seventh-round selections, the NFL teams announced Thursday.
Commanders trade for kicker Cade York, release Riley Patterson
The Commanders released kicker Riley Patterson on Thursday after agreeing to trade for the Cleveland Browns' Cade York, according to multiple reports. Washington will send a conditional 2025 seventh-round pick to Cleveland.
LOVERRO: It's Daniels, of course, but Quinn's timing is right approach to promoting young QB
Dan Quinn surprised no one this week when he named rookie Jayden Daniels as the Washington Commanders' starting quarterback.
Cutdown day looms as Commanders open final week of training camp
The Washington Commanders returned to the practice field on Wednesday with less than a week before the NFL's most dreaded occasion: cutdown day. But coach Dan Quinn said players shouldn't place too much importance on the final week of training camp.
Punter calls out 'No Fun League' after Commanders ask him to erase tryout video
A free agent punter claims the Commanders asked him to take down a video showing his recent tryout at the franchise's Ashburn, Virginia, training facility. Drue Chrisman hasn't removed his post and called out the NFL for being "no fun."
Jayden Daniels officially named Commanders starting QB for season opener
It's official: Rookie Jayden Daniels will be the starting quarterback for the Washington Commanders in the season opener.
Time running out on Commanders to find solution to kicking woes
The Washington Commanders have a kicking problem. While specialists around the league set records and sign big-money contracts, Commanders fans are watching field goal attempts slip through the team's hands instead through the uprights this training camp and preseason.
Tagovailoa plays one series, throws TD pass in Dolphins' win over Commanders
Tua Tagovailoa went 5 for 5 with a touchdown pass in his only series to help the Miami Dolphins to a 13-6 preseason victory over the Washington Commanders on Saturday night.
Bears' Jennifer King was a successful basketball coach before NFL opportunity
Jennifer King was a champion women's basketball coach when she made a tough decision to pursue a career in football.
QB coming home: Virginia native McSorley signs with Commanders
The Commanders signed journeyman quarterback Trace McSorley on Thursday to provide extra depth ahead of Saturday's preseason game against the Miami Dolphins.
With two weeks to cutdown day, players on bubble look to make case for roster spot
Wide receiver Martavis Bryant has played for nine football teams in five different professional leagues since leaving Clemson in 2014. After signing with Washington on Tuesday, the 32-year-old became one of dozens of Commanders on the roster bubble, fighting for a spot on the final depth chart.
Commanders sign receiver Martavis Bryant, release kicker Ramiz Ahmed
The Washington Commanders continued their roster overhaul Tuesday by signing veteran wide receiver Martavis Bryant and releasing kicker Ramiz Ahmed.
'Tell the Truth Monday' at Commanders camp: Players, coaches reflect on preseason opener
"The eye in the sky never lies," Washington Commanders tight end Ben Sinnott said after Monday's practice, the first since Saturday's preseason game against the New York Jets.
Aesthetics over safety? NFL players weigh benefits of Guardian Caps during preseason games
Six NFL players became the first in the league to wear Guardian Caps in a preseason game last weekend by using the oversized extra pad that goes over their regular helmets.
QB Jayden Daniels dazzles in preseason debut for Commanders
Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels did his best Tom Cruise impression during his preseason debut on Saturday against the Jets, Commanders coach Dan Quinn said. The 2023 Heisman Trophy Winner audibled from a screen to an "all-go" look without his coach's permission on his first NFL drive.
Daniels impressive in his only drive in Commanders' preseason-opening loss to Jets
Jayden Daniels showed up for his first NFL game for Washington wearing a throwback Doug Williams jersey. Then, the No. 2 overall pick went out and played like the potential franchise quarterback the Commanders hope he'll be in his only series in a 20-17 preseason-opening loss to the Jets on Saturday.
Commanders have 'room for improvement' after underwhelming joint practice with Jets
The Washington Commanders are not where they want to be. That's what defensive tackle Jon Allen said after a soggy joint practice Thursday that saw coach Dan Quinn's squad struggle in a downpour against the New York Jets.
LOVERRO: Are Commanders on a country road to training camp in West Virginia?
The Washington Commanders may be looking for greener pastures for their future training camps.
Daniels, other rookies earn starting spots on Commanders' first depth chart
Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels will start for the Washington Commanders during their preseason opener on Saturday against the New York Jets, coach Dan Quinn announced Tuesday.
Daniels to make Commanders debut Saturday against Jets, but Quinn refuses to name starting QB
Jayden Daniels will make his Washington Commanders debut Saturday in a preseason game against the New York Jets, coach Dan Quinn said Sunday. However, the Commanders' coaching staff still refuses to name the rookie as the starting quarterback 10 days into training camp.
Commanders get competitive at their first training camp under Quinn
With the preseason opener still to come and the first game that counts more than a month away, Dan Quinn hopes to narrow down the Washington Commanders depth chart with training camp competition.
LOVERRO: Open practices show fans' hunger for football the Commanders don't feed enough
There is some work to be done to repair this Commanders fan base, and more open practices would seem to be a smart gesture.
Commanders release receivers Milne, Byrd to make room for receiver Pringle, kicker Patterson
Wednesday was an off day for the Washington Commanders' players, but the front office stayed busy. The team released wide receivers Dax Milne and Damiere Byrd, signed wide receiver Byron Pringle and claimed kicker Riley Patterson off waivers.
Commanders' Newton participates in team drills for first time 11 weeks after foot surgery
Washington Commanders defensive tackle Jer'Zhan Newton took his recovery from foot surgery one day at a time. The hard work paid off Tuesday as the rookie participated in team drills for the first time at training camp.
Raiders receiver Davante Adams calls Commanders fan base 'just miserable'
The Washington Commanders still catch stray shots during the offseason, even as new owner Josh Harris works to rehabilitate the franchise's image. Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams highlighted the Commanders' "miserable" fan base as the worst in the league.
LOVERRO: Washington dodged disaster by losing the Olympic Games
The plan was for you to watch the opening ceremonies of the 2024 Olympics on the National Mall with the Lincoln Memorial as the backdrop.
Commanders' open practice gives fans their first look at Daniels
Before practice started, the line from the sold-out crowd wrapped around the parking lot. Each fan was eagerly waiting to catch their first glimpse of Jayden Daniels -- Washington's potential franchise quarterback -- and the revamped Commanders roster.
Daniels: it's 'not a problem' not to be named the Commanders' starting QB yet
It might be an issue to some that Dan Quinn has yet to publicly name Jayden Daniels as the Washington Commanders' starting quarterback. Just don't include Daniels among that group.
Quinn preaches urgency as Commanders training camp kicks off
Dan Quinn is not a patient man. The Washington Commanders coach said so himself when his squad opened training camp Wednesday at their practice facility in Ashburn.
Quinn promises 'fun as hell' training camp as Commanders usher in new era
NFL coaches aren't allowed to subject their players to the grueling two-a-day workouts that were once commonplace during training camp. But Commanders coach Dan Quinn promised that his camp would be demanding, challenging and "fun as hell" when it begins Wednesday.
LOVERRO: Maryland can, and likely will, kill the dream of Commanders' return to RFK
If Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen is determined to kill the proposed deal between the federal government and the District that would bring the Washington Commanders back to the old RFK Stadium site, he likely won't be fighting alone.
Jason Wright to leave Commanders after 2024 season, is no longer team's president
Commanders president Jason Wright will leave the franchise after the 2024 season, the team confirmed Thursday. A Commanders spokesperson said Wright will work as a senior adviser for the next six months before leaving the organization.
Commanders add former Panthers GM Scott Fitterer to front office
The Washington Commanders' front office overhaul continued Monday with the addition of former Carolina Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer.
NFL training camps get underway as rookies begin to report
The short summer vacation is over for NFL players. It's time to begin the journey to Super Bowl 59.
Commanders to support military veterans, high school football players at clinic
Several military veterans will take the next step in a new career path this week in Springfield, Virginia. Through a partnership with the Washington Commanders, the "soldier coaches" will lead a free skills clinic for more than 60 high school football players.
LOVERRO: Daniels may be an ace, but Commanders don't have a full house yet
These are some pretty impressive quotes from NFL veterans about a rookie Washington quarterback who has yet to play one down in an NFL game.
Commanders to pay $1.3 million to settle ticket lawsuit in Virginia
The Washington Commanders agreed to a $1.3 million settlement after failing to return season ticket deposits to fans under their previous owners, Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares said Tuesday.
Jayden Daniels signs his rookie contract with the Washington Commanders
Jayden Daniels signed his rookie contract with the Washington Commanders on Friday, the next step in becoming the team's franchise quarterback.
Daniels impresses at minicamp, but Quinn declines to name starting quarterback
Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn refused to name a starting quarterback on Thursday, the last day of the team's mandatory minicamp.
New Commanders stadium in District would bring $1.26 billion to D.C. each year, mayor's office says
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser's dogged pursuit of the Washington Commanders continued Thursday as the city released a report claiming a new professional football stadium built in the city would bring $1.26 billion in revenues to the District each year.
Commanders QB Daniels says he is not a star yet
Jayden Daniels has received plenty of praise from teammates and coaches since the Washington Commanders took him second overall in the draft and offseason workouts began.
Commanders open mandatory minicamp with perfect attendance, NFL rivals missing stars
The Washington Commanders opened mandatory minicamp Tuesday with a full house. Every player took the practice field in Ashburn for coach Dan Quinn while some other teams around the NFL opened the practice session minus a few notable stars.
Commanders' Quinn emphasizes communication after McManus allegations
Commanders coach Dan Quinn says he learned about the sexual assault allegations against kicker Brandon McManus on May 27 when ESPN first reported the news. The team released McManus on Sunday night, though an NFL investigation is ongoing.
