Matthew Paras

Gervonta Davis’ legal troubles loom over D.C. return

Gervonta Davis' arrest for a domestic violence incident wasn't directly referenced during the boxer's press conference Thursday to preview this weekend's fight against Hector Luis Garcia at Capital One Arena. But sitting at a dais, trainer Calvin Ford acknowledged the obvious.

January 5, 2023

‘I had to find a reason to live’: How Montez Sweat learned to cope with death of his brother, mother

Montez Sweat could tell by the tone of the text message that something serious had happened. This was more than a year ago when the Washington Commanders defensive end's sister reached out to tell him that his aunt was coming over to his house and added that she loved him.

January 5, 2023

Out of playoffs, Commanders will use Cowboys game to evaluate rookie quarterback Howell

The original plan was to start Taylor Heinicke and then have Sam Howell appear at some point in relief. When Ron Rivera went to bed Tuesday night, the Washington Commanders coach was set on playing both quarterbacks in Sunday's season finale against the Dallas Cowboys.

January 4, 2023

Commanders to start Sam Howell against Cowboys

The Washington Commanders are rolling with their rookie.

January 4, 2023

Hamlin injury underscores danger of competition: Just ask Reggie Brown

When he learned about Bills safety Damar Hamlin's traumatic injury in Monday's game between Buffalo and the Cincinnati Bengals, Reggie Brown understood better than most exactly what was at stake. The former Detroit Lions linebacker had been there himself 25 years earlier.

January 3, 2023

Damar Hamlin’s family express gratitude after safety’s injury

The family of Damar Hamlin said Tuesday they are thankful for the outpouring of support they have received in wake of the Bills safety's injury that caused the 24-year-old to go into cardiac arrest and postpone Monday's game between Buffalo and the Cincinnati Bengals.

January 3, 2023

Rivera says Commanders have to ‘solidify’ quarterback. Should he get another chance to do so?

Commanders coach Ron Rivera told reporters he had no regrets about starting quarterback Carson Wentz in Sunday's 24-10 loss to the Cleveland Browns. But the move didn't work out.

January 2, 2023

Allen’s injury, depleted secondary factor into Commanders’ loss

Star defensive tackle Jonathan Allen exited Washington's 24-10 loss to the Browns with a hyperextended knee and did not return. The injury occurred just after the start of the quarter, but Allen's absence was particularly felt in the second half.

January 1, 2023

‘The fan base is tired of losing’: Crowd boos Wentz, Commanders eliminated in loss to Browns

Over the course of Sunday's 24-10 loss to Cleveland -- a defeat that shattered the Commanders' playoff hopes -- Washington's fans repeatedly chanted "HEINICKE!" "HEINICKE!" in hopes that coach Ron Rivera would bench Wentz. The calls went unanswered.

January 1, 2023

Wentz fails to provide to spark as Commanders’ playoff hopes dim after loss to Browns

Ron Rivera went to Carson Wentz searching for a spark. On the third play of the Commanders' first drive, fans were already chanting for backup Taylor Heinicke.

January 1, 2023

Field control to Major Tuddy: Commanders unveil new mascot

Major Tuddy is reporting for duty.

January 1, 2023

Kam Curl, Benjamin St-Juste out for Commanders against Browns

The Washington Commanders face a must-win type of game Sunday against the Cleveland Browns. But they'll be missing some important contributors for the contest.

January 1, 2023

Dizzying turns of NFL’s quarterback carousel may create ripple effects

Russell Wilson's failure with the Denver Broncos this season has become a prime example of how this past spring's quarterback carousel has backfired for the teams that aggressively spent to pursue players they saw as upgrades at the position.

December 29, 2022

Carson Wentz re-enters picture as Commanders search for ‘spark’

Though Wentz didn't exactly lift the Commanders during his first stint -- the team went just 2-4 in his six starts before breaking his finger In October -- Rivera said he thinks the quarterback is in a better position to do so this time around. Here's why.

December 28, 2022

Gervonta Davis arrested for domestic violence ahead of Hector Luis Garcia fight

Baltimore boxer Gervonta Davis was arrested Tuesday on a domestic violence charge, according to jail records in Broward County, Florida.

December 28, 2022

Carson Wentz to start for Commanders against Browns

Carson Wentz is getting another chance.

December 28, 2022

Rivera: No decision yet on starting quarterback against Browns

The Washington Commanders have a pivotal game Sunday against the Cleveland Browns, but coach Ron Rivera isn't ready yet to reveal his starting quarterback for the showdown.

December 27, 2022

John Carlson out ‘long term’ after getting hit in face by puck

Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson will be out "long term" after he was hit in the face by a puck last week, coach Peter Laviolette said Tuesday.

December 27, 2022

Commanders can clinch a playoff berth this weekend. Here’s how.

There's a scenario in which the Washington Commanders can actually clinch a playoff spot this coming weekend. But things would have to break their way.

December 27, 2022

Commanders at a quarterback crossroads despite playoff positioning still intact

In terms of the standings, not much may have changed for the Washington Commanders after Saturday's defeat to the San Francisco 49ers as the team remains the seventh seed with a 7-7-1 record. Quarterback is a different story, however.

December 25, 2022