Matthew Paras

Carson Wentz open to ‘any role’ as former Commanders starter remains unsigned

Former Washington Commanders starter Carson Wentz is reportedly open to "any role" as he remains unsigned.

May 15, 2023

Conference finals rematches prove NBA bubble was no fluke

This year's NBA conference finals are two rematches of the final four teams playing in the 2020 pandemic bubble: In the West, the Lakers again take on the Denver Nuggets (the series begins Tuesday), while the Boston Celtics and the Miami Heat meet again in the East.

May 15, 2023

Arlington Renegades’ championship fitting end for unconventional XFL

The end result put a cap on what turned out to be a successful year for the XFL. And unlike the first two versions of the league, the XFL is set to return for another season.

May 14, 2023

Dawn of new ownership era fuels hope among Commanders faithful

Dan Snyder has owned the Washington Commanders for so long that his time in charge is all that an entire generation of fans knows, at least from a firsthand perspective.

May 14, 2023

Josh Harris group agrees to buy NFL’s Washington Commanders from Snyder family

Dan Snyder has entered into a signed agreement to sell the Washington Commanders to an investment group led by Josh Harris -- marking another important step for the storied franchise to change hands.

May 12, 2023

Commanders open 2023 season with Arizona Cardinals, play on Thanksgiving

The Washington Commanders open their season Sunday, Sept. 10, at home against the Arizona Cardinals. That kicks off a campaign that includes one prime-time game, a return to Dallas on Thanksgiving and a slew of opponents that make up what is ranked as the league's eighth-hardest strength of schedule.

May 11, 2023

Jordan Ta’amu learned from Taylor Heinicke. Now, Defenders quarterback wants to replicate his path

Jordan Ta'amu, the quarterback who leads the D.C. Defenders into the XFL title game on Saturday night, is hoping to parlay his success in Washington this season into a tryout for an NFL team.

May 11, 2023

Report: NFL finance committee raises concerns with Josh Harris’ bid for Commanders

The NFL finance committee reportedly raised concerns Wednesday about billionaire Josh Harris' tentative agreement to purchase the Washington Commanders from owner Dan Snyder, which could prevent the league from approving the deal later this month.

May 10, 2023

NFC East check in: Eagles dubbed winners of draft, with Giants, Commanders and Cowboys lagging

Washington's NFL franchise has undergone several name changes, but this offseason, a rebrand might be in order for the Philadelphia Eagles.

May 3, 2023

Report: Capitals to interview Jeff Halpern for coaching vacancy

The Washington Capitals plan to interview Tampa Bay Lightning assistant Jeff Halpern for their head coaching vacancy, according to a report.

May 3, 2023

Commanders draft provides clarity to some spots, adds confusion to others

Quan Martin's selection provided clarity, in a sense. But it did little to resolve the status for Kendall Fuller and Benjamin St-Juste.

May 2, 2023

Revised ratings make Super Bowl LVII most-watched network broadcast ever

After review, the (ratings) call has been overturned.

May 2, 2023

Josiah Gray cutting down on homers, finding consistency as Nationals pitcher makes leap

Last season, Josiah Gray not only gave up the most home runs in the major leagues with 38, but the Washington Nationals pitcher only had five games in which he didn't allow a home run. In 2023, Gray appears to have fixed that problem. Significantly.

May 1, 2023

Defenders build strong foundation as they advance to XFL championship in reboot season

The Defenders advanced to the XFL Championship with a dominant 37-21 win over the Sea Dragons. In two weeks, they'll play the Arlington Renegades in San Antonio for the title. But just as notable, Sunday's victory was an encapsulation of what the Defenders have built in the District.

April 30, 2023

Commanders focus on needs over star power with lack-of-splash draft

Emmanuel Forbes, selected 16th overall, is the headliner of a Commanders' draft class that may be considered safe, but it's a class that is designed to fill the Commanders' biggest needs.

April 30, 2023

Commanders round out draft with running back Chris Rodriguez Jr., linebacker Andre Jones

The Washington Commanders rounded out their draft Saturday with a running back and a linebacker.

April 29, 2023

Commanders trade up, draft K.J. Henry

The Commanders were in a deal-making mood Saturday.

April 29, 2023

Commanders draft offensive lineman Braeden Daniels in fourth round

The Washington Commanders drafted former Utah offensive lineman Braeden Daniels with the 118th pick Saturday as the team looked to add more depth up front in the trenches.

April 29, 2023

Commanders draft center Ricky Stromberg, adding offensive line help

The Commanders used the 97th overall pick to former Arkansas center Ricky Stromberg, an offensive lineman who should beef up the team's interior. The 6-foot-3, 306-pound center helped the Razorbacks have one of college football's most dominant rushing attacks.

April 28, 2023

Commanders select Illinois safety Quan Martin in Round 2

The Washington Commanders drafted former Illinois safety Quan Martin with the 47th overall pick Friday, adding another defensive back after selecting corner Emmanuel Forbes in Round 1.

April 28, 2023