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Matthew Paras

mparas@washingtontimes.com

Matthew Paras was a digital sports writer for the Washington Times.

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Washington Commanders cornerback Kendall Fuller (29) makes an interception against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in Landover, Md. Washington won the game 13-19. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Commanders hold on with win over Falcons

Cornerback Kendall Fuller reeled in an end zone interception with less than a minute left to kill an Atlanta drive and preserve a win that lifts Washington to 7-5. Defensive tackle Daron Payne helped create the crucial turnover, tipping Atlanta quarterback Marcus Mariota's pass at the line of scrimmage. The throw landed in the arms of Fuller.

November 27, 2022
Washington Commanders defensive end Chase Young watches from the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Houston. The Commanders won 23-10. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Chase Young out against Falcons

Chase Young will not make his season debut Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons as the Washington Commanders downgraded him to out.

November 27, 2022
Washington Commanders safety Darrick Forrest (22) celebrates his interceptions against the Houston Texans with teammate Kamren Curl (31) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Commanders cruise to victory over Texans with dominant defense

HOUSTON -- Days before the Washington Commanders were set to take on a team with the league's worst record, defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio said he knew his unit wouldn't take the Houston Texans lightly. Disrespected teams, he said, are the ones that are scary.

November 20, 2022
A general view of FedEx field during the first half of an NFL football game between the Washington Commanders and the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Al Drago)

Commanders raising season ticket prices for 2023

The Washington Commanders are raising season-ticket prices for next season by an average of just over 4%, an increase that comes as owner Dan Snyder explores a potential sale of the franchise.

November 17, 2022
Washington Commanders running back Antonio Gibson (24) celebrates his touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first quarter an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)

Commanders back in the playoff hunt after slow start

Ron Rivera couldn't help but smile when a reporter noted this week that the Washington Commanders are now back in the thick of the NFL's playoff race. Despite a 1-4 start, the Commanders now sit at 5-5 -- and are only a half-game back from the final wild-card spot in the NFC.

November 16, 2022