Matthew Paras

Ryan Kerrigan, Commanders’ all-time sack leader, retires after 11 seasons in NFL

Ryan Kerrigan, the Washington Commanders' all-time sack leader whose dedicated workouts led to an impressive iron man streak, announced his retirement Friday after playing 11 seasons in the NFL.

July 29, 2022

Chase Young to miss at least first week of season

Commanders coach Ron Rivera said Friday that Chase Young will miss at least the first week of the regular season as the defensive recovers from a torn right ACL.

July 29, 2022

Commanders want defense to learn a lesson: Humility

Following a dominating practice for the defense, coach Ron Rivera gathered his team for a lengthy huddle. He used the session not to chew out the offense for a poor day, but to issue a reminder to the defense: There's a fine line between celebrating and overdoing it.

July 28, 2022

Antonio Gandy-Golden abruptly retires from Commanders

Washington Commanders tight end Antonio Gandy-Golden informed the team that he is retiring from the NFL to further pursue his education, coach Ron Rivera said Thursday.

July 28, 2022

Commanders owner Dan Snyder testifies as scheduled House deposition goes forward

Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder testified remotely -- and privately -- for nearly 11 hours Thursday before the House Oversight and Reform Committee after weeks of negotiations that ultimately ended with the embattled billionaire agreeing to answer questions about workplace misconduct in his organization.

July 28, 2022

Wentz ready to lead Commanders after California bonding trip

When Carson Wentz took the field Wednesday, Ron Rivera said he saw a "hyper" passer who had a firm command of the huddle, more confidence in his ability to sling it downfield and a building rapport with teammates. The last point is particularly noteworthy.

July 27, 2022

Antonio Gibson sidelined with hamstring injury as Commanders training camp opens

Washington Commanders running back Antonio Gibson was sidelined for the first practice of training camp Wednesday with a hamstring injury.

July 27, 2022

Chase Young’s torn ACL still far from recovered as defensive end opens camp on injured list

Chase Young was one of four Commanders players Tuesday put on the NFL's Physically Unable to Perform list. Ahead of his team's first training camp practice of the season, his coach made clear he'll likely be the last one off of it.

July 26, 2022

Commanders unveil two options, new lyrics for reworked fight song

The lyrics and the tune closely resemble the team's old song, "Hail to the Redskins," but have been tweaked to match the new moniker. Fans can vote online on the team's website to determine the winner and have until Aug. 6 to do so.

July 26, 2022

Dan Snyder deposition formally scheduled, but still up in the air whether owner participates

The House Oversight and Reform Committee has scheduled an interview with Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder for later this week, but the procedural move does not guarantee the deposition will actually take place.

July 26, 2022

XFL to bring back D.C. team in latest iteration of upstart league

The XFL hopes the third time is the charm. And they're relying on the District in part to see it through.

July 25, 2022

Commanders training camp preview: What are the position battles to watch?

The Washington Commanders are in an unusual position. When the team takes the field Wednesday for the first practice of training camp, most of Washington's starting positions are already locked down. That said, there are still some spots up for grabs.

July 25, 2022

Training camp hurdles have diehard Commanders fans flummoxed

Fans who want to watch the Washington Commanders' training camp sessions face more hoops to jump through than followers of most NFL teams -- from the lottery system for tickets to fewer public sessions, it's not easy to get a sneak preview.

July 25, 2022

Commanders training camp preview: When will Chase Young and Co. be healthy?

Chase Young, Chase Roullier and Logan Thomas all essentially admitted the same thing this offseason: Their injuries were more severe than initially thought.

July 24, 2022

Commanders training camp preview: Can the offensive line be as successful after losing Scherff?

There was a stat that Commanders coach Ron Rivera loved to tout this offseason, one that he almost always used as a selling point for his team. According to Pro Football Focus, the Burgundy and Gold had the NFL's sixth-best offensive line in 2021.

July 21, 2022

For an older team, Capitals have variety of spots up for grabs

Speaking to reporters Wednesday, Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan indicated that forwards Connor Brown and Dylan Strome are still young enough that they could play their way into being part of Washington's future beyond next season.

July 20, 2022

Commanders training camp preview: Will Jamin Davis make Year 2 leap?

Jamin Davis called his rookie year a 'humbling experience.' How could it not have been? Drafted 19th overall to be a three-down linebacker, the 23-year-old failed to meet expectations as he struggled over the course of the year.

July 20, 2022

Trinity Rodman, Washington Spirit players lead D.C.-based ESPY nominations

The ESPY awards take place Wednesday and the District will be represented.

July 20, 2022

Deshazor Everett pleads guilty to reckless driving after fatal car accident

Former Washington Commanders safety Deshaor Everett pleaded guilty Tuesday to misdemeanor reckless driving for his role in a December 2021 car crash that killed his girlfriend.

July 19, 2022

Commanders training camp preview: Can Wentz thrive with Washington’s supporting cast?

Like in Indianapolis, Washington's surrounding talent appears to be pretty good on paper. There's an argument to be made that this collection of players is even better than what Wentz walked into a year ago. Will it be enough?

July 19, 2022