Matthew Paras

Ron Rivera wants Antonio Gibson to ‘run harder’ as fumble issues reoccur

Checking back in wasn't part of the plan for Antonio Gibson. Originally, Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera wanted to pull the running back, along with the rest of the starters, early in Saturday's preseason game against the Carolina Panthers.

August 14, 2022

Carson Wentz shines in Commanders’ preseason debut against Panthers

The first game of the Washington Commanders era featured a new fight song, new entertainment options and new digs. But none mattered more than the new quarterback.

August 13, 2022

Jason Wright still optimistic Commanders will be at new stadium by 2027 despite setbacks in search

Washington Commanders president Jason Wright said Saturday he believes the franchise will still be able to take up residence at a new stadium before FedEx Field's lease expires in 2027, despite the setbacks to the team's search in recent months.

August 13, 2022

‘Me versus me’: Brian Robinson’s fighter mentality prepares him for Commanders

Brain Robinson Jr. has a saying he relies on for motivation. The message helped guide him through his time at the University of Alabama, when the running back had to wait for his opportunity, when he realized he had to be dependable to become the Crimson Tide's lead back.

August 11, 2022

Mystics look to find championship upside with first-round playoff foe set

Washington holds one of the league's five best records at 20-14, but this team is not the squad that dominated the league three years ago.

August 11, 2022

Time looms as factor for House panel’s Snyder probe

ASHBURN -- After testifying remotely before Congress two weeks ago, Dan Snyder was again sworn in under oath Wednesday. This time, however, the Washington Commanders owner appeared remotely in front of the Maryland State Lottery and Gaming Control Agency to thank the panel and his staff for their work on a sports betting license for FedEx Field.

August 10, 2022

Defensive line coach Mills booted by Commanders

Ron Rivera made a surprise shake-up to his coaching staff Tuesday as he fired defensive line coach Sam Mills III roughly a month before the Washington Commanders' regular-season opener.

August 9, 2022

Jamin Davis’ development took time at Kentucky. Will he have that luxury with Washington?

Davis' experience in Kentucky helped him keep perspective as he looks to now make more of an impact in his second season with the Commanders. Left unsaid: The Commanders might not be able to wait much longer if he doesn't start to make significant strides this coming fall.

August 8, 2022

Commanders add veteran linebacker Nate Gerry even after Tre Walker unretires

Tre Walker has unretired, but the Washington Commanders are still adding a veteran linebacker.

August 7, 2022

Carson Wentz’s accuracy inconsistent, but Commanders ‘not overly concerned’

Wentz's accuracy -- or lack of it -- has been hard to ignore at times over the course of the Burgundy and Gold's training camp. Saturday was no exception.

August 7, 2022

Tre Walker’s abrupt retirement will ‘prompt’ Commanders to look at adding linebacker

Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera said Friday that the team will explore the possibility of adding at linebacker after an unexpected retirement and an injury has left the team thinner at the position in recent days.

August 5, 2022

Commanders need more edge rushing production in 2022

Ron Rivera's teams tend to thrive on pressure generated up the middle. That said, the Commanders coach knows his edge rushers need to start pulling their weight.

August 4, 2022

Lisa Banks weighs in on Deshaun Watson, Stephen Ross suspensions as Snyder probe continues

Lisa Banks, the attorney who represents 40 former Washington Commanders employees, said Wednesday that the NFL's appeal of Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson's six-game suspension represents another chance "for them to do the right thing" as she and her clients await the findings of the league's investigation into team owner Dan Snyder.

August 3, 2022

Cole Turner emerging as go-to target for Carson Wentz: ‘It’s kind of hard to miss me’

Guys named Carson must have an affinity for Cole Turner. At the University of Nevada, the tight end formed a -- ahem -- strong connection with quarterback Carson Strong. And now, as a rookie for the Washington Commanders, Turner has quickly seemed to become a favorite target for starter Carson Wentz.

August 3, 2022

Antonio Gibson looks to stay healthy, get faster after weight loss

Antonio Gibson says he lost weight this offseason to help withstand the grind of an NFL season. Through two seasons, the Washington Commanders running back has dealt with a series of painful ailments -- and so the 24-year-old scaled back his diet in an attempt to stay healthy.

August 2, 2022

NFL concludes Dolphins investigation. Is Dan Snyder next?

Mary Jo White, the investigator who oversaw the Dolphins probe, is also tasked with examining the allegations of sexual misconduct and financial improprieties against Snyder. The NFL first hired White to handle the Snyder probe in February, and then a month later, the league appointed her to investigate the Dolphins.

August 2, 2022

Commanders giving Ryan Kerrigan chance to ‘get a feel’ for coaching

Ryan Kerrigan said at his retirement press conference that he wanted to explore getting into coaching. The Washington Commanders are now giving their all-time sacks leader a taste of the grind.

August 1, 2022

Curtis Samuel lacks ‘overall football conditioning’ as Commanders put him on ramp up plan

On Friday, Curtis Samuel insisted that he was 100% healthy. So naturally, the Commanders wide receiver hasn't practiced since.

August 1, 2022

William Jackson III has swagger back in second year with Commanders

William Jackson III is generally a soft-spoken man, on and off the field. But those who listen closely have picked up a difference lately. The Washington cornerback is mixing in a little training camp trash talk after making plays this summer.

July 31, 2022

‘It’s really cool:’ Ryan Kerrigan takes pride in being last prolific Redskins player

As Ryan Kerrigan retires from football, the former defensive end knows he carries a distinct honor: With the Burgundy and Gold now rebranded as the Commanders, Kerrigan will likely be remembered as the last prolific Redskins player.

July 30, 2022