Matthew Paras

Brian Robinson Jr. ‘doing well’ after surgery following shooting

Coach Ron Rivera said Monday that Brian Robinson Jr. is 'doing well' as the running back recovers from gunshot wounds after being the victim of an attempted robbery. Robinson posted on social media that he had surgery that 'went well' and was thankful for the support.

August 29, 2022

Washington Commanders running back shot in attempted robbery

Washington Commanders rookie running back Brian Robinson Jr. was shot twice in an attempted robbery Sunday and sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

August 28, 2022

Commanders 53-man roster projection: Who makes it after preseason concludes with loss to Ravens?

The Washington Commanders couldn't end the Baltimore Ravens' preseason streak. But in Saturday's 17-15 loss, coach Ron Rivera and his staff got one last game to evaluate those fighting for a roster spot before cuts are due Tuesday.

August 27, 2022

Ravens preseason streak falls in line with other fun, if meaningless, records

If the Washington Commanders do it and finally put an end to the Baltimore Ravens' years-long, record-setting preseason winning streak, then Cornelius Lucas might celebrate ... by eating some chicken wings. Maybe a celebratory dance or two.

August 25, 2022

In or out: Commanders on bubble have one last chance to impress in preseason finale

The Washington Commanders' starters will see 'very limited' playing time in Saturday's exhibition against the Baltimore Ravens. And if that sounds vague, that's because coach Ron Rivera purposely kept it so.

August 24, 2022

In world of non-guaranteed contracts and shady advisers, NFL rookies learn to manage money

Chastened by recurring stories of athletes who've gone from rags to riches and back to rags, the NFL is trying to break the cycle with a new focus on financial literacy for young players.

August 24, 2022

Chase Young is out for at least four games, so Rivera wants linemen to step up

Young's absence doesn't come as a big surprise since coach Ron Rivera had previously indicated the 23-year-world would miss at least the team's season opener. But the procedural move again underscores the importance of getting more production out of whoever fills Young's spot.

August 23, 2022

Chase Young to miss at least first four games of season

Chase Young was placed on the Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform list Tuesday, meaning the Washington Commander will miss at least the first four games of the season.

August 23, 2022

Commanders to retire Sonny Jurgensen’s No. 9 jersey

The Washington Commanders will retire former quarterback Sonny Jurgensen's No. 9 jersey this coming season, the team announced.

August 23, 2022

Injuries to Thibodeaux, Thomas spark debate over ban to cut blocks

Eight months after the injury, Logan Thomas finally returned to practice Monday as the 31-year-old was activated off the Commanders' Physically Unable to Perform list. But with Giants rookie Kayvon Thibodeaux injured, the debate whether the NFL should look to outlaw cut blocks resurfaced this past weekend.

August 22, 2022

Commanders activate Logan Thomas off PUP list

The Washington Commanders activated tight end Logan Thomas off the Physically Unable to Perform list Monday, marking a big return months after the 31-year-old tore his ACL in December.

August 22, 2022

Commanders’ defense showing same flaws in preseason as last year

There was one play from Saturday's 24-14 preseason loss that particularly bothered Ron Rivera, one that irked him enough that the Commanders coach brought it up as an example to illustrate his team's lack of discipline in the pass rush.

August 21, 2022

Commanders-Chiefs takeaways: Third-down defense problem again in loss

Ideally, Ron Rivera wanted his starters to play an entire half in Saturday's preseason game against the Kansas City Chiefs. But ultimately, with three of Washington's five projected starting offensive linemen missing, the Commanders coach opted to take a different route.

August 20, 2022

Ryan Vermillion, former Washington trainer, reaches agreement after DEA probe

Former Washington trainer Ryan Vermillion entered a deferred prosecution agreement Friday with the federal government for illegally distributing painkillers to players.

August 19, 2022

Injuries complicate Commanders’ plan for preseason game against Chiefs

Injuries have left Commanders coach Ron Rivera and his staff scrambling ahead of Saturday's preseason game at the Kansas City Chiefs. The coach said he would ideally like his starters to play an entire half, but injuries may prevent that.

August 18, 2022

Jack Del Rio focusing on football, not politics, months after Jan. 6 comments

Speaking to reporters for the first time since being fined $100,000 for referring to the Jan. 6 riot as a "dust-up," Jack Del Rio soon made clear that he was there to discuss football. And football only.

August 17, 2022

Antonio Gibson takes special teams, backup reps as starting running back competition heats up

Tuesday was an odd day of practice for Antonio Gibson.

August 16, 2022

Commanders place Sammis Reyes on injured reserve, cut Troy Apke

One of the feel-good stories of last year's training camp won't end the same way this season.

August 16, 2022

Scott Turner to call plays from sideline rather than booth for Commanders

After last season ended, the Washington Commanders' offensive coordinator began wondering if he should move from the coaches' box to the sideline on game days. Then the Commanders traded for Carson Wentz, and Turner became convinced.

August 16, 2022

Sam Howell’s debut shows promise, but role is still clear after preseason game

Sam Howell's flashy debut shouldn't change expectations: This coming season will be a development year for the rookie. Wentz is unquestionably the No. 1 and Rivera has consistently signaled that Taylor Heinicke will be the primary backup.

August 15, 2022