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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.
Commanders' Daniels ranks fifth in NFL merchandise sales
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is a star on and off the field.
LOVERRO: No World Cup for Washington is blessing in disguise
Former Washington football team owner Dan Snyder left behind a legacy of pain and shame for Washington sports fans -- with perhaps one exception.
Commanders' Blough touts collaboration for new offense
New Commanders offensive coordinator David Blough isn't too proud to take suggestions from his players. The process didn't change when an offensive lineman sent an old-school "Wing-T" playbook from his high school days ahead of Wednesday's voluntary workouts.
'Something to prove': Commanders' Daniels leads charge in first offseason practice
Jayden Daniels has something to prove. As the Commanders opened their offseason workouts Wednesday, all eyes were on Washington's franchise quarterback as he began preparations for his third NFL season.
LOVERRO: Commanders' OTAs to be another 'get to know you' party
The first OTAs of the new season for the Washington Commanders start Wednesday, and they may need name tags for all the new faces -- not just among all the free agents and draft picks, but also for a coaching staff that has undergone a dramatic change after last year's disappointing 5-12 season.
Commanders to feature in four prime-time games, open 2026 season against rival Eagles
The Washington Commanders' last two seasons ended in Philadelphia against the Eagles, with the 2024 NFC championship game and an uneventful regular season finale last year. This year, Washington will open the season on the road in Philadelphia at 4:25 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 13.
LOVERRO: Heinicke was glimmer of light in Washington football era of darkness
In the brief time they were simply called the Washington Football Team -- in 2020 and 2021 -- Taylor Heinicke was their most beloved player.
Commanders' Daniels to star in third season of Netflix's 'Quarterback'
Commanders fans won't have to wait much longer to see franchise quarterback Jayden Daniels on their TVs.
NFL releases record-setting international slate, Commanders to host Colts in London
The NFL will play a league record nine international games in seven countries next season.
LOVERRO: Results on field remain to be seen, but nickname upgrades promising
The Washington Commanders' new running back is ready to announce his presence with authority.
Three-time Super Bowl champion, Washington legend Monte Coleman dies at 68
Monte Leon Coleman, an iconic member of the legendary Super Bowl champion Redskins teams of the 1980s and '90s has died at the age of 68.
'Sade,' 'Fat Man' and 'Sonny': Meet the new Commanders' draft picks
From a linebacker named after a character from "The Godfather" to a running back best known as "Fat Man," the Washington Commanders added a handful of characters in the weekend's NFL draft.
From Styles on, Commanders emphasize versatility in NFL draft
Despite having just two picks in the top 100, Washington improved its defense by taking Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles with the seventh pick in the first round and then filled a big need at wide receiver with Clemson's Antonio Williams early in the third.
Commanders add linebacker Styles with No. 7 draft pick
The Washington Commanders' defensive overhaul continued on Thursday, as the franchise selected Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles with the seventh pick in this year's NFL draft.
Offensive weapon or defensive pillar? Commanders have decision to make
The Washington Commanders have options with the No. 7 pick in this year's NFL draft, which begins with Round 1 on Thursday night.
District of Sports: Who will the Washington Commanders take in the NFL Draft?
Coming of a 5-12 season in 2025 -- and only two seasons removed from an NFC Championship game appearance -- the Washington Commanders have a specific position of need on each side of the ball in this year's NFL Draft.
LOVERRO: Commanders are on the clock in more ways than one
The clock is ticking for the Washington Commanders and general manager Adam Peters -- and not just on Thursday night.
Peters: Commanders 'more likely than not' to use No. 7 pick instead of trading back
Adam Peters wants to be ready for anything as he prepares for his third draft as the Washington Commanders' general manager. But he said Thursday that it is "more likely than not" that the Commanders select a player with the No. 7 pick in the draft next Thursday.
Commanders return to throwback uniforms with black alternates
What's old is new again. The Washington Commanders unveiled fresh uniforms on Wednesday, with home and away looks that strongly resemble the looks the franchise wore when it won three Super Bowls from the 1982 to 1991 seasons.
Ertz rejects retirement, doesn't want injury to be final play
Former Commanders tight end Zach Ertz isn't ready to retire.
Flag football exploding in popularity, thanks to NFL, Olympic boost
The flag football revolution is brewing.
LOVERRO: Commanders seem to have odd definition of 'urgency'
Dan Quinn, asked at the NFL owners meetings to justify cutting center Tyler Biadasz, putting the ball in Nick Allegretti's hands, told reporters, "We won a lot of games with Nick."
Commanders sign cornerback Witherspoon to bolster defense
The Washington Commanders signed cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon on Thursday, the latest addition to a defense that was the NFL's worst last season.
Griffin receives invitation to Team USA flag football training camps
Robert Griffin III is heading to another training camp. This time, for flag football.
A new No. 21 in Washington: Sean Taylor's brother looks to make mark with UFL's Defenders
Another No. 21 with the last name Taylor is patrolling the gridiron in the District.
Hall of Famer Darrell Green taking field for USA flag football trials at 66 in bid to earn a spot
Darrell Green already has a gold jacket as a pro football Hall of Famer. He's returning to the field at 66 years old for a chance at a gold medal in flag football.
Commanders sign safety, special teams ace Reaves to extension
The Commanders' special teams ace is sticking around. The franchise signed safety Jeremy Reaves to a one-year extension on Thursday to keep the 29-year-old in Washington through the 2027 season.
Commanders offensive, defensive schemes take shape as free agency cools
The dust has settled on the first wave of NFL free agency, and -- bit by bit -- the vision for the 2026 Commanders is taking shape.
McNichols to re-sign with Commanders on one-year deal
The Washington Commanders have agreed to re-sign running back Jeremy McNichols, according to multiple reports. Financial details for the one-year deal were not immediately available on Monday morning.
Commanders fill holes after whiffing on big names in NFL's free agent frenzy
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is reuniting with a college teammate. The Commanders agreed to sign former Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rachaad White, who played with Daniels at Arizona State, a source familiar with the negotiations told The Washington Times on Thursday.
Commanders to sign former Terps Okonkwo, Cross in free agency
Two Maryland products are returning to the region. The Washington Commanders agreed to sign safety Nick Cross and tight end Chigoziem Okonkwo on Wednesday, according to multiple reports.
Washington Commanders to sign edge rusher Chaisson to one-year, $12M deal
The Commanders' defensive overhaul continuedThe Commanders' defensive overhaul continued Wednesday. The franchise signed former New England Patriots edge rusher K'Lavon Chaisson to a one-year deal worth $12 million, according to multiple reports. Wednesday.
Commanders to sign linebacker Chenal to 3-year, $25 million deal
The Commanders addressed their hole at linebacker on Tuesday. The franchise agreed to sign Leo Chenal, formerly of the Kansas City Chiefs, to a three-year deal worth $24.75 million.