Matthew Paras

Former Washington quarterback Dwayne Haskins dies after being hit by car

Dwayne Haskins, Washington's former first-round quarterback who spent two seasons with the team, died Saturday when he was struck by a car in South Florida. He was 24.

April 9, 2022

MLB’s tweaks, changes put new spin on tradition-bound baseball

After Major League Baseball dumped the long-standing National League tradition of pitchers in the batting order, Mike Rizzo knew it was time for the Nationals to adapt -- or get left behind.

April 6, 2022

Commanders’ plan at No. 11 shifts with Wentz trade. What now?

When Commanders coach Ron Rivera met with reporters last week, he acknowledged the obvious: The Carson Wentz trade alters the team's plans for the 11th overall pick.

April 4, 2022

Commanders probe takes on sharply partisan tone

There was a time when Washington politicians on both sides of the aisle found common ground in rooting for the local NFL franchise. But these days, Democrats and Republicans increasingly find themselves on opposing sides when it comes to owner Dan Snyder and the Washington Commanders.

April 3, 2022

House panel investigating claims of ‘financial improprieties’ by Commanders

The House Oversight and Reform Committee that has been investigating sexual harassment charges leveled against the Washington Commanders is now also looking into allegations of financial improprieties, according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

March 31, 2022

Dan Snyder already back day-to-day with Commanders, source says, despite what Goodell contends

Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder has resumed his involvement in day-to-day operations of the franchise, a high-placed source with knowledge of the situation said Wednesday -- refuting NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell's remarks from a day earlier.

March 30, 2022

Irsay calls Wentz a ‘mistake,’ ‘very obvious’ Colts had to move on

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay appears more than happy his team no longer has Carson Wentz.

March 30, 2022

Goodell: Snyder won’t have day-to-day control of Commanders for ‘foreseeable future’

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said Tuesday that Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder won't be involved in the day-to-day operations of the franchise for the "foreseeable future" as Tanya Snyder has filled in for her absent husband at league meetings in Florida this week.

March 29, 2022

Rivera tired of Commanders being ‘easy target’

As the Washington Commanders coach, Ron Rivera is well aware of the franchise's reputation. Over the course of his 30-minute press conference Tuesday in Palm Beach, Florida, for instance, he was asked repeatedly about the perception that Washington isn't a desirable place for big-time stars.

March 29, 2022

Rivera expects Young to show up to OTAs, calls last season ‘an awakening’

Young's second year with the Commanders didn't go the way he envisioned. The defensive end failed to top -- or even match -- the production of his stellar rookie season, producing only 1 1/2 sacks before suffering a season-ending ACL injury in November.

March 29, 2022

Did Commanders jump too soon on Wentz? Mayhew doesn’t think so

The Commanders general manager dismissed the notion the team jumped too soon for Wentz when meeting with reporters Monday in Florida for the NFL's annual owners meetings. Mayhew stood firm behind the trade, calling Wentz "the best option" for the Burgundy and Gold.

March 28, 2022

After setting Wizards’ rookie 3-point record, Kispert rediscovers form as a shooter

Kispert, who entered the NBA with a reputation as a prolific sharpshooter during his college career at Gonzaga, has had to work relentlessly to translate that skill to the next level -- a transition that hasn't always been a smooth one. But after experiencing his fair share of ups and downs, Kispert is finally starting to display the touch that made him the overall No. 15 pick in last year's draft.

March 28, 2022

Bills strike deal for stadium, Commanders still search for new home

State and local taxpayers in New York will pick up $850 million of the $1.4 billion tab for construction of the Buffalo Bills' new home in a deal believed to represent the largest commitment of public funds to a stadium project in NFL history.

March 28, 2022

Reich: Wentz is going to play very well for Commanders

The Indianapolis Colts may have traded Carson Wentz this offseason, but the new Commanders quarterback still has the strong support of his former coach.

March 28, 2022

Kyle Kuzma in ‘legitimate discomfort’ with right knee injury

Kyle Kuzma is experiencing some "legitimate discomfort" in his right knee, but Wizards coach Wes Unseld Jr. said Sunday the team has no plans to shut down the forward for the rest of the season.

March 27, 2022

‘Like we’re playing Madden’: NFL’s wild movement stirs talk of craziest offseason ever

Stefon Diggs succinctly summed up what had to be on the mind of a lot of NFL fans shortly after news broke that the Kansas City Chiefs were working to trade All-Pro receiver Tyreek Hill. The Buffalo Bills wideout, it seemed, was just as confused as the rest of us.

March 24, 2022

McKissic: ‘Unfinished business’ led back to Commanders

J.D. McKissic's future changed in such a dramatic way over such a short period of time that the veteran running back insists he has trouble keeping track of all the details. Just last week, McKissic thought he was going to join the Buffalo Bills -- so much so he verbally agreed to a two-year, $7 million contract. Then, Washington stepped in with the same offer after the Bills deal was all but done.

March 24, 2022

Lucas re-signs with Commanders on two-year deal

During free agency, Cornelius Lucas said he heard from a good number of teams -- more than the offensive tackle had experienced in the past.

March 24, 2022

Rivera seen with Olave as Commanders scout receiver-heavy draft

At Ohio State's Pro Day on Wednesday, Commanders coach Ron Rivera struck up a conversation with Buckeyes receivers coach Brian Hartline. Video emerged of the two talking, but it was recorded from a far enough distance that it was impossible to hear the content of their conversation.

March 23, 2022

Team 980 out as Commanders’ station, Washington touts broadcast deal with new, unnamed partner

The Washington Commanders will have a new radio broadcast partner in 2022 after the team failed to reach an agreement with WTEM The Team 980, their longtime flagship station.

March 23, 2022