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Apr 24, 2025; Green Bay, WI, USA; Oregon Ducks tackle Josh Conerly Jr. is selected as the No. 29 pick by the Washington Commanders during the NFL Draft at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Washington Commanders 2026 NFL Draft Preview

After a miserable 5-12 season, the Washington Commanders will look to regain the magic that got them to a conference championship game in...

Clark HintermeisterMarch 29, 2026

Feb 24, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Washington Commanders general manager Adam Peters speaks at the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center.

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Adam Peters Shows Clear Vision for 2026 Commanders Defense

The Washington Commanders finished an underwhelming 5-12 last season, largely off the back of an abysmal defense marred by an injury epidemic. The...

Clark HintermeisterMarch 16, 2026

Jan 4, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) celebrates touchdown run by quarterback Josh Johnson (14) during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit:

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How Can the Commanders Get Back to Championship Contention?

A year ago, the Washington Commanders entered the offseason with perhaps the highest expectations the team has had in this century. They had...

Clark HintermeisterFebruary 23, 2026

Nov 30, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders wide receiver Deebo Samuel (1) runs with the ball after making a catch as Denver Broncos cornerback Riley Moss (21) defends during overtime at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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Commanders Exploited the Broncos’ Lone Defensive Weakness

Just when Denver looks like they’re on their heels, they lurch forward and punch back — hard. While the Broncos are currently boasting...

Freddie MartinDecember 2, 2025

Oct 19, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) fumbles the ball defended by Dallas Cowboys linebacker Shemar James (50) during the third quarter of the game at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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The Commanders’ Injury Luck From Last Season Has Reversed

DThe Washington Commanders entered this season with expectations of building on last year’s surprise NFC Championship Game appearance. Instead, the season’s been a...

Trevor GomesOctober 27, 2025

Oct 19, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens (3) celebrates after a play as Washington Commanders safety Quan Martin (20) and cornerback Marshon Lattimore (2) look on during the second quarter of the game at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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Commanders’ Defense Must Turn Things Around or Season Is Over

Any team that wants to reach its full potential needs a competent defense that can make stops when it matters most. A defense...

Morgan TraylorOctober 22, 2025

Oct 5, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Washington Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt (22) runs for a touchdown against the Los Angeles Chargers in the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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Who is Breakout Rookie Phenom Jacory Croskey-Merritt?

If you’re a long-time fan of the Washington Commanders, you’re undoubtedly experiencing some déjà vu right now. Once again, a dynamic young quarterback...

Brandon WhitakerOctober 13, 2025

Oct 5, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Washington Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt (22) is interviewed after the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium.

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Jacory Croskey-Merritt Has Taken Over As Commanders’ True RB1

After the trade of Brian Robinson Jr., fans were unsure what the Commanders’ running back room would look like. In the wake of...

Morgan TraylorOctober 9, 2025

Sep 28, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier (25) breaks away from Washington Commanders cornerback Marshon Lattimore (2) during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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Commanders’ Defense Needs to Be More Consistent

The Washington Commanders’ defense shone in their Week 1 matchup, holding the New York Giants to 231 total yards. The unit also had...

Trevor GomesOctober 7, 2025

Sep 21, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders wide receiver Luke McCaffrey (11) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second half against the Las Vegas Raiders at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

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Commanders Are Clicking on All Three Phases

With Jayden Daniels out in Week 3, and Austin Ekeler‘s season-ending injury, there were questions about how the Commanders would perform. The Washington...

Morgan TraylorSeptember 27, 2025

Sep 7, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers defensive end Micah Parsons (1) sacks Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) during the second half at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Tork Mason-USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

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Packers Prepare for Primetime Showdown

Green Bay’s Opener The Green Bay Packers looked sharp in their season opener against the Detroit Lions. Jordan Love threw two early touchdown...

Haydn SusekSeptember 11, 2025

Aug 23, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Hartman (15) warms up before playing against the Baltimore Ravens at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

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Notable Names Missing from Commanders’ 53-Man Roster

After Terry McLaurin got his long-awaited contract extension, and the ensuing celebration subsided, Washington Commanders fans’ eyes turned to the 53-man roster cuts....

Trevor GomesSeptember 2, 2025