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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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Momentum ‘like quicksand’ sinks Ravens in disastrous second half against Bengals

The Baltimore Ravens squandered a dominant first half on Sunday, as the Cincinnati Bengals rallied for a 35-13 divisional victory.

October 25, 2026

Nuggets’ Jokic shames fans who booed before comeback win: ‘Not welcome anymore’

Denver Nuggets fans booed their team during Saturday's home opener as they trailed the visiting New Orleans Pelicans 53-30 in the second quarter. Nuggets star Nikola Jokic returned the favor after leading a come-from-behind victory in overtime.

October 25, 2026

NFL leading joint investigation into Eagles’ Hurts with players’ union

The NFL and its players' union are leading a joint investigation into how the Philadelphia Eagles handled the blood clot diagnosis issued to quarterback Jalen Hurts, the organizations announced on Sunday.

October 25, 2026

Kansas City Chiefs’ coach Reid, QB Mahomes kick Simmons out of meeting: report

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and coach Andy Reid kicked second-year tackle Josh Simmons out of a meeting last week, according to multiple reports published Sunday.

October 25, 2026

Capitals defenseman Vincent Desharnais out 4-6 weeks after appendectomy

Washington Capitals defenseman Vincent Desharnais will miss 4-6 weeks after undergoing an appendectomy this week, the team announced Friday.

October 23, 2026

NFL plans heightened security, toned-down festivities for Paris game amid riots

The NFL wanted the City of Light as a backdrop for Sunday's game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints, the league's first regular-season game in Paris. Instead, they're getting a city of protest.

October 22, 2026

Steelers cancel Paris fan event due to riots ahead of Saints game

The NFL has started changing its plans ahead of Sunday's game between the New Orleans Saints and the Pittsburgh Steelers due to the violent protests in France.

October 22, 2026

Warriors’ rookie Yaxel Lendeborg opens career by trash-talking Lakers’ Luka Doncic

Yaxel Lendeborg is a rookie, but he's trash-talking like a salty veteran.

October 22, 2026

CBS names Watt as lead NFL analyst, replacing Romo

NFL fans should get used to seeing J.J. Watt on broadcasts for the foreseeable future.

October 22, 2026

District of Sports: What’s next for Maryland football after firing coach Mike Locksley?

After a 2-5 start to his eighth season, Maryland has fired football coach Mike Locksley. What's next for the immediate and long term future of the Terrapins' program after the move?

October 22, 2026

Pope Leo XIV won’t need further lung cancer treatment, Vatican says

Pope Leo XIV won't need any additional treatment for his lung cancer after last week's surgery, the Vatican announced on Wednesday.

October 22, 2026

Washington Wizards defeat Milwaukee Bucks in season’s home opener

The new era of Washington Wizards basketball is off to a promising start.

October 22, 2026

Commanders add Wilks to defensive coaching staff

The Commanders have added another defensive mind to the coaching staff. The franchise hired Steve Wilks in an advisory role, a source familiar with the move confirmed Wednesday.

October 21, 2026

Former NFL defensive end Allen Bailey dead at 37: Reports

Former NFL defensive end Allen Bailey died at his home in Florida on Tuesday, according to multiple reports. The 2011 third-round pick was 37 years old.

October 21, 2026

Titans cut defensive tackle Elliott after he left team facility to retrieve gun

The Tennessee Titans released defensive tackle Jordan Elliott this week after he left the team facility to grab a gun from his car.

October 21, 2026

Wizards duck newfound expectations, embrace butterflies ahead of season opener

The butterflies in their stomachs are a promising sign for this year's Washington Wizards. The new-look squad -- led by No. 1 pick A.J. Dybantsa and All-Star veterans Trae Young and Anthony Davis -- is eager to take the court for their season opener against the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday.

October 20, 2026