Matthew Paras

Critics of ‘wokeness’ cheer U.S. team’s early loss; Rapinoe will leave soccer on sour note

The surprisingly early World Cup exit by the reigning champion U.S. women's team seemed to have elicited as much derision as sympathy among Americans, as critics of the squad took a victory lap after the soccer club and its outspoken star Megan Rapinoe fell Sunday to Sweden.

August 7, 2023

Commanders defense puts preseason focus on performance, not hype

Two years ago, a star-studded Washington Commanders' defense strutted into the 2021 season with talk of breaking records. The unit was seen as one of the best in the league -- and management had just added the top cornerback on the market to the mix. What followed was a humbling experience.

August 6, 2023

Commanders embrace chippiness as tempers flare in practice

Friday's practice was the most heated yet for the Commanders during this year's training camp.

August 4, 2023

Jamin Davis’ legal troubles aren’t over as judge puts revised plea deal on hold

Washington Commanders linebacker Jamin Davis will reappear in court later this month after a Virginia judge Thursday would not consider a revised plea deal for his reckless driving charge on the basis it wasn't "substantially and materially different" from an agreement that was rejected earlier in the week.

August 3, 2023

David Bada tears tricep; Saahdiq Charles sidelined with calf injury

Defensive lineman David Bada tore his tricep and is awaiting further examination, coach Ron Rivera said Thursday. The injury, presumably season-ending, occurred a day earlier in Wednesday's session.

August 3, 2023

Harris clearly comfortable with use of ‘Redskins,’ but team says no shift on old nickname

Since buying the Commanders, formerly known as the Redskins, Mr. Harris and his ownership group have made several references to the franchise's old name. The embrace of the moniker -- which was retired in 2020 amid renewed societal and corporate pressure -- hasn't gone unnoticed.

August 2, 2023

Cosmi, Charles putting Rivera’s ‘position flex’ idea to test

Through his three-plus seasons with the Commanders, Ron Rivera has put an emphasis on what he calls "position flex," or positional flexibility. In his attempt to fix Washington's offensive line after a disappointing 2022, Rivera is again relying on a player's versatility to be a cure.

August 1, 2023

With Jeimer Candelario sent to Cubs, focus shifts to Lane Thomas

The Nationals have priced Lane Thomas as an everyday at-bat who can contribute to a Major League club -- something the outfielder has done routinely for Washington this season. Other clubs have reportedly been more skeptical, viewing Thomas as an off-the-bench, situational hitter.

July 31, 2023

Contract uncertainty clouds Commanders defensive ends ahead of 2023 season

The Commanders' defensive ends have a lot riding on this season. Chase Young is looking to prove he's still a top pass-rusher. Montez Sweat needs to finish stronger at the point of attack. Reserves like James Smith-Williams and Casey Toohill are fighting for roster spots. And most of them are looking for new deals.

July 31, 2023

Jamin Davis to return to court after judge rejects reckless driving plea agreement

Jamin Davis will return to court Thursday after a Virginia judge rejected a reckless driving plea agreement stemming from a March 2022 incident in which the third-year Washington Commanders linebacker was cited going 114 mph in a 45 mph zone.

July 31, 2023

Brian Robinson: ‘Night and day’ difference a year after shooting

Before practices during this year's training camp, the 23-year-old has taken time to greet and high-five fans who were in attendance. And on Saturday, when 10,000 were on hand, the running back stayed at least 45 minutes after the session concluded to sign autographs.

July 29, 2023

Commanders’ Daron Payne, happy with his contract, setting new goals

Daron Payne's agent went through a few scenarios for his client as the defensive tackle sought a new contract from the Washington Commanders. Payne could look to take a deal early if there was one on the table to his satisfaction. Or the 26-year-old could attempt to wait in hopes that the offer would increase while the defensive tackle market around him exploded.

July 28, 2023

Kevin Durant attends Commanders practice

The Washington Commanders have seen a jolt of energy in the early days of Josh Harris owning the team. And that reality was front and center Friday given who showed up to watch practice: NBA superstar Kevin Durant.

July 28, 2023

Commanders feeling Josh Harris bump at training camp, in sales: ‘Real excitement’

For many, Dan Snyder's departure served as an inspiration. Timmy and Amy Mawyer decided to become first-time season ticket holders in November, shortly after the team announced that Snyder hired an investment bank to explore sale. The married couple spent $3,000 for two tickets.

July 27, 2023

Rep. James Comer introduces legislation that could help Commanders build stadium at RFK site

Rep. James Comer, chairman of the House Oversight Committee, will introduce Thursday legislation that could pave the way for a new Washington Commanders stadium to be built on the land of RFK Stadium in the District.

July 27, 2023

Can Bronny James return to the court? It depends, but others have come back from cardiac arrest

Damar Hamlin could serve as an inspiration for Bronny James. Hamlin is back on the field with his Bufalo Bills teammates after recovering from a cardiac arrest during a game last season.

July 26, 2023

With quarterback ‘as big of question as it gets,’ Sam Howell focusing on ‘great opportunity’

The Commanders' training camp began Wednesday with Sam Howell in the same role that he spent in the spring -- as Washington's starting quarterback. The 22-year-old has yet to be officially handed the job, but he again took all the first-team reps as part of the plan to give Howell every opportunity to earn the role.

July 26, 2023

Ron Rivera: ‘I’ve got a lot to prove’ after meeting Josh Harris, entering new season

Ron Rivera has said that when the day came to sit down with the Washington Commanders' new owner, he planned to be concise and "very specific" about his vision for the team's direction.

July 25, 2023

Bronny James, son of LeBron James, suffers cardiac arrest, in stable condition

Bronny James, the son of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, suffered a cardiac arrest Monday during practice at USC and was taken to the hospital, his family said in a statement.

July 25, 2023

Oddsmakers list Commanders as heavy favorite to change their name

Oddsmakers have listed the Commanders as a heavy favorite to have a new name in time for the 2024 season, with both BetOnline and sister site SportsBetting.ag putting the chance at -400.

July 24, 2023