Matthew Paras

Ravens’ hire of Todd Monken creates ripple effect for Commanders’ coordinator search

By hiring Monken, the Ravens might have done the Washington Commanders a favor.

February 14, 2023

Alex Ovechkin away from Capitals for ‘foreseeable future’ due to family matter

Capitals star Alex Ovechkin will be away from the team as he attends to a family matter and the health of a loved one, general manager Brian MacLellan said in a statement.

February 14, 2023

Inconsistency makes it hard to get read on Capitals roster ahead of trade deadline

Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan's job might be harder than usual right now. His team has 14 players, including those on injured reserve, in the final year of their contracts ahead of March 3's trade deadline.

February 13, 2023

Aaron Rodgers, Commanders sale among top NFL offseason storylines to watch

The 2022 season ended with a thrilling showdown between two great teams, exceptional performances from two top-tier quarterbacks and a controversial game-changing holding penalty that led to Kansas City's Super Bowl-winning field goal over the Philadelphia Eagles.

February 13, 2023

Commanders trying to interview Greg Roman for offensive coordinator role

The Washington Commanders are trying to land an interview with former Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Greg Roman for the same role, a source with knowledge of the situation said.

February 13, 2023

Ted Lerner, Washington Nationals owner, dies at 97

Ted Lerner, the Washington Nationals owner and local real estate mogul, has died at the age of 97, a Nationals spokesman confirmed.

February 13, 2023

Rihanna confirms pregnancy after stunning Super Bowl 57 halftime performance

As Rihanna performed at halftime of Sunday's Super Bowl, many people watching at home had one burning question: She's pregnant, right?

February 12, 2023

Rihanna halftime prompts ‘Super Smash Bros.’ jokes

If you saw Rihanna perform during Sunday's Super Bowl and thought her platform looked like a stage from the video game "Super Smash Bros.," you aren't the only one.

February 12, 2023

Chris Stapleton anthem draws rave reviews as Nick Sirianni moved to tears

Chris Stapleton's rendition of the national anthem moved Nick Sirianni to tears. And he might not have been the only one.

February 12, 2023

Capitals suffer letdown, routed at home by Sharks

The Capitals suffered a 4-1 defeat Sunday to the lowly San Jose Sharks, one of the NHL's worst teams. The loss was a disappointing outcome for Washington, which yet again suffered a letdown after a seeming high point less than 24 hours earlier.

February 12, 2023

What if Snyder doesn’t get his asking price? It’s complicated

In the hours before last year's Super Bowl, a report emerged that other NFL owners believed the 'time may have come' for Dan Snyder to sell the Washington Commanders. Now, as another season concludes, the embattled billionaire has shown he's willing to entertain the idea -- but he's not out the door just yet.

February 12, 2023

Kevin Durant trade fascinating ‘what if’ for Commanders given connection to Suns owner

Before Ishbia purchased the Suns for a valuation of $4 billion, the Michigan State alum was interested in buying the Commanders from owner Dan Snyder.

February 9, 2023

Report: Dan Snyder holding out for $7 billion offer for Commanders

Dan Snyder reportedly has an asking price.

February 8, 2023

Commanders sale expected between post-Super Bowl and owners’ meetings: report

The rumor mill regarding the sale of the Washington Commanders had been quiet of late, but it's starting to pick up steam once again.

February 8, 2023

Rivera acknowledges Howell as QB1, but competition remains true test

During his rounds on radio row Wednesday in Phoenix ahead of Sunday's Super Bowl, Commanders coach Ron Rivera publicly acknowledged what had become the plan over the last month: Sam Howell will get every chance to be the team's starting quarterback.

February 8, 2023

Ron Rivera wins NFL Salute to Service award

Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera was named the recipient of the NFL's Salute to Service Award on Wednesday.

February 8, 2023

If you build it, the Super Bowl will (probably) come: Big game goes to cities with newer stadiums

The NFL over the past decade has been using the Super Bowl to reward cities that build stadiums -- even putting the game in cold-winter cities such as New York. If the Commanders can ever get a new stadium, Washington would be almost assured of hosting the Super Bowl.

February 8, 2023

Youngkin’s stadium proposal for Commanders stalled in Virginia Senate

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin's efforts to revive the possibility of a new Washington Commanders football stadium project have run into resistance in the state Senate, where few lawmakers seem interested in using tax dollars to help the NFL franchise.

February 7, 2023

Versatility, adaptation put LeBron James on cusp of breaking scoring record

Yes, longevity has been key to LeBron James' pursuit of the NBA scoring record. But don't underestimate how important versatility and a singular ability to adapt his game have been to the success James has enjoyed over two decades in the league.

February 6, 2023

Dan Snyder to list Potomac mansion for $49 million

The Washington Commanders owner is expected to officially list his Potomac mansion on listing sites as soon as Monday, according to a Sports Business Journal report -- and the embattled billionaire is seeking $49 million for the property. That would fetch a record for a residential real estate deal in the region.

February 6, 2023