Matthew Paras

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

Commanders skewered for latest Sean Taylor tribute

The Washington Commanders specifically did not use the word 'statue' to describe the team's new memorial of Sean Taylor. Now we know why.

November 27, 2022

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

Lions, Cowboys have Thanksgiving. Commanders should have Black Friday

f you didn't know that the NFL will play a game on Black Friday next season, you wouldn't be the only one.

November 24, 2022

Wentz, facing press, takes the high road on being benched

The conversation between coach Ron Rivera and Carson Wentz was short and to the point: The Commanders, Rivera told his former starter, were sticking with Taylor Heinicke at quarterback.

November 23, 2022

If the Commanders are sold, should they rebrand again? Experts say yes

Getting rid of the "Commanders" and starting fresh with a new name for Washington's NFL team would be a smart move for any new owner, sports marketing experts say.

November 23, 2022

Commanders riding highs of surge as momentum building

The vibes are good right now around the Commanders. That's what happens when a team wins five of the last six.

November 21, 2022

Commanders activate Chase Young to roster off PUP list

The Washington Commanders activated defensive end Chase Young from the Physically Unable to Perform list on Monday, placing him on the team's roster more than a year after tearing his ACL.

November 21, 2022

Kyle Pitts tears MCL in blow to Falcons ahead of Commanders matchup

The Atlanta Falcons will be without one of their top playmakers when they face the Washington Commanders next weekend. And for a while after that.

November 21, 2022

With dominant win over Texans, defensive improvement matters just as much as QB switch

Daron Payne needed clarification. Asked what he made of teammate Jonathan Allen driving Texans rookie guard Kenyon Green right back, the Washington Commanders defensive tackle had a question of his own. 'Which one?' he said. "We was (messing) him up all game.'

November 20, 2022

Taylor Heinicke on winning Commanders starting job: ‘I want to keep this thing rolling’

By the time he walked into his post-game press conference after Sunday's 23-10 victory over the Houston Texans, Taylor Heinicke was a lot more subdued. But coming off the field, the Washington Commanders quarterback got emotional when talking about the news that had been out there for hours.

November 20, 2022

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

Commanders set to stick with Taylor Heinicke as long as winning continues

The Washington Commanders plan to stick with Taylor Heinicke at quarterback as long as he continues to play well and leads the team to wins -- even when Carson Wentz is healthy.

November 20, 2022

Commanders to pay penalty, reach settlement with Maryland AG for security deposit refunds

The Washington Commanders will pay a $250,000 penalty and agreed to return security deposits to former season ticket holders after reaching a settlement with the Maryland attorney general's office.

November 18, 2022

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

D.C. attorney general sues Commanders, alleges ‘illegal scheme’ to cheat ticket holders

D.C. Attorney General Karl A. Racine filed another consumer protection lawsuit against the Washington Commanders on Thursday, accusing the team of 'implementing an illegal scheme to cheat District ticket holders out of their deposits for season tickets and use the money for its own purposes.'

November 17, 2022

Potential Commanders bidders vying to be ‘next-leading option’ after Jeff Bezos

Potential bidders for the Washington Commanders believe Amazon founder Jeff Bezos would be the front-runner to buy the franchise, according to a new report.

November 17, 2022

Chase Young to be on pitch count if he plays against Texans, status still up in air

Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera said Wednesday he still doesn't know if Chase Young will make his season debut Sunday, but if the defensive end plays against the Houston Texans, he'll be on a pitch count.

November 16, 2022

Taylor Heinicke to start against Texans, Carson Wentz cleared to start throwing

The Washington Commanders will start quarterback Taylor Heinicke this weekend against the Houston Texans with Carson Wentz still working his way back from injury, coach Ron Rivera said.

November 16, 2022

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