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No Hail Mary magic this time and Moody's last-play kick lifts the Bears past the Commanders 25-24
Read full article: No Hail Mary magic this time and Moody's last-play kick lifts the Bears past the Commanders 25-24It wasn’t quite the same drama as the Hail Mary that decided these teams’ game a year ago, but Caleb Williams and the Bears did get the better of Jayden Daniels and the Commanders on a final-play score this time.
Commanders' Jayden Daniels won't relive the Hail Mary that beat Bears a year ago
Read full article: Commanders' Jayden Daniels won't relive the Hail Mary that beat Bears a year agoJayden Daniels sees no point in reliving the “Hail Maryland” or “Fail Mary” play that lifted Washington to a victory over Chicago a year ago.
Bears' Tyrique Stevenson set to return to Washington year after embarrassing loss
Read full article: Bears' Tyrique Stevenson set to return to Washington year after embarrassing lossTyrique Stevenson says he’s ready to return to the scene of one of the most embarrassing moments in NFL history Monday night when the Chicago Bears visit Washington.
Pro Picks: Chiefs will beat the Lions in a marquee matchup that still could be a Super Bowl preview
Read full article: Pro Picks: Chiefs will beat the Lions in a marquee matchup that still could be a Super Bowl previewA Lions-Chiefs matchup was considered a potential Super Bowl preview when the schedule came out.
Commanders stars Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin out against the Falcons with injuries
Read full article: Commanders stars Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin out against the Falcons with injuriesThe Washington Commanders will face the Atlanta Falcons without quarterback Jayden Daniels and wide receiver Terry McLaurin.
SEC coaches mostly on board with new scheduling that ends some long-time annual matchups
Read full article: SEC coaches mostly on board with new scheduling that ends some long-time annual matchupsLSU coach Brian Kelly says he understands why new SEC scheduling will be unpopular with those who'd like to see the Tigers play Alabama and Florida every year — as they have for more than half a century.
Commanders' Jayden Daniels says he feels good and it's up to the doctors to decide if he can play
Read full article: Commanders' Jayden Daniels says he feels good and it's up to the doctors to decide if he can playWashington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels says he feels like himself while recovering from an injured left knee that kept him out of the lineup for the first time since he entered the NFL.
Commanders' Jayden Daniels will not play against the Raiders on Sunday because of an injured knee
Read full article: Commanders' Jayden Daniels will not play against the Raiders on Sunday because of an injured kneeWashington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels will miss Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders because of an injured left knee.
Commanders' Jayden Daniels will not practice earlier than Friday because of an injured knee
Read full article: Commanders' Jayden Daniels will not practice earlier than Friday because of an injured kneeWashington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels will not practice earlier than Friday while recovering from an injured knee.
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has a knee injury. It's too soon to know if he can play Sunday
Read full article: Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has a knee injury. It's too soon to know if he can play SundayWashington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is dealing with a knee injury, and coach Dan Quinn says the AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year’s status for the team’s next game is up in the air.
Commanders' Austin Ekeler is out for the season with a torn Achilles tendon, AP source says
Read full article: Commanders' Austin Ekeler is out for the season with a torn Achilles tendon, AP source saysA person with knowledge of the player’s status tells The Associated Press that Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler will miss the rest of the season because of a torn right Achilles tendon.
Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders have not looked nearly as good so far this season
Read full article: Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders have not looked nearly as good so far this seasonIt’s only been two games so far, but Jayden Daniels and the rest of the Washington Commanders have looked quite a bit like the oldest team in the NFL and very little like the club that went 12-5 and made it to the NFC title game last season.
Commanders' Wise is out for the season and team believes Ekeler tore his Achilles, AP source says
Read full article: Commanders' Wise is out for the season and team believes Ekeler tore his Achilles, AP source saysA person with knowledge of the players’ status tells The Associated Press that Washington Commanders defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr. will miss the rest of the season after having surgery for a quadriceps injury.
Jayden Daniels has the best chance among 7 second-year quarterbacks to win a Super Bowl
Read full article: Jayden Daniels has the best chance among 7 second-year quarterbacks to win a Super BowlTom Brady, Kurt Warner, Russell Wilson and Ben Roethlisberger won Super Bowls in their second season in the NFL.
Garrett Nussmeier leads No. 9 LSU's rally for 17-10 season-opening win at No. 4 Clemson
Read full article: Garrett Nussmeier leads No. 9 LSU's rally for 17-10 season-opening win at No. 4 ClemsonGarrett Nussmeier threw a go-ahead 8-yard touchdown pass to Trey’Dez Green in the fourth quarter, and No. 9 LSU rallied to beat fourth-ranked Clemson 17-10 Saturday night for its first season-opening win since 2019 when Joe Burrow led the Tigers to an undefeated season and a national championship.
Eagles seek a repeat behind Barkley and Hurts while Mahomes and the Chiefs aim to bounce back
Read full article: Eagles seek a repeat behind Barkley and Hurts while Mahomes and the Chiefs aim to bounce backSaquon Barkley, Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles are built for a repeat championship.
Terry McLaurin and the Commanders agree on a 3-year extension worth $96 million, AP source says
Read full article: Terry McLaurin and the Commanders agree on a 3-year extension worth $96 million, AP source saysThe Washington Commanders and top wide receiver Terry McLaurin have agreed to a three-year contract extension worth $96 million, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.
Joe Burrow directs two touchdown drives, Bengals outlast Jayden Daniels' Commanders for 31-17 win
Read full article: Joe Burrow directs two touchdown drives, Bengals outlast Jayden Daniels' Commanders for 31-17 winJoe Burrow and Jayden Daniels, Heisman Trophy-winning quarterbacks from LSU, headlined the “Monday Night Football” matchup in the second preseason game for each team.
Patriots offense shines in 48-18 exhibition win over Commanders, as Washington rests starters, vets
Read full article: Patriots offense shines in 48-18 exhibition win over Commanders, as Washington rests starters, vetsRookie TreVeyon Henderson had a 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown to open the game, quarterback Drake Maye added a 5-yard touchdown run and the New England Patriots beat the Washington Commanders 48-18 in the exhibition opener for both teams.
Dan Quinn says he's glad Terry McLaurin remains a presence at Commanders camp amid contract dispute
Read full article: Dan Quinn says he's glad Terry McLaurin remains a presence at Commanders camp amid contract disputeCommanders coach Dan Quinn said Saturday that wide receiver Terry McLaurin told him directly about his request to be traded amid a contract dispute but the coach has not addressed the matter with the other players as the team continues to prepare for the season.
Wide receiver Terry McLaurin has requested a trade from the Commanders, AP sources say
Read full article: Wide receiver Terry McLaurin has requested a trade from the Commanders, AP sources sayTwo-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Terry McLaurin has asked the Washington Commanders to trade him because of a contract dispute.
Terry McLaurin did not report to Commanders training camp Tuesday, AP source says
Read full article: Terry McLaurin did not report to Commanders training camp Tuesday, AP source saysTerry McLaurin did not report to Washington Commanders training camp Tuesday as the team’s top receiver seeks a new contract, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
The history of Native American sports name changes, from the Obama era to Trump's latest comments
Read full article: The history of Native American sports name changes, from the Obama era to Trump's latest commentsPresident Donald Trump’s social media posts about the NFL’s Washington Commanders and Major League Baseball’s Cleveland Guardians going back to their old names has revived the conversation about Native American imagery in sports.
McLaurin casts doubt on attending Commanders training camp given lack of progress on a new contract
Read full article: McLaurin casts doubt on attending Commanders training camp given lack of progress on a new contractTerry McLaurin says it would be “kind of hard to see” how he steps on the field for Washington Commanders training camp without progressive discussions on a new contract.
Bulked up Jayden Daniels looks to have put on weight coming off rookie season with the Commanders
Read full article: Bulked up Jayden Daniels looks to have put on weight coming off rookie season with the CommandersJayden Daniels is in his second spring of NFL offseason workouts with the same coach and offense from his successful rookie year for the Washington Commanders.
Uncertainty about Aaron Rodgers played a factor in the making of the NFL schedule
Read full article: Uncertainty about Aaron Rodgers played a factor in the making of the NFL schedulePittsburgh Steelers executives aren’t the only ones eagerly awaiting a decision from Aaron Rodgers on whether he plans to play football this season.
Eagles-Chiefs Super Bowl rematch and another Allen-Mahomes matchup are among biggest 2025 NFL games
Read full article: Eagles-Chiefs Super Bowl rematch and another Allen-Mahomes matchup are among biggest 2025 NFL gamesThe thirst for football is so great the schedule release is a three-hour, prime-time broadcast on the NFL Network.
Pope Leo XIV brings hope to Chicago sports fans, and the Knicks for their Villanova ties
Read full article: Pope Leo XIV brings hope to Chicago sports fans, and the Knicks for their Villanova tiesThe sports loyalties of Pope Leo XIV became a topic of conversation almost as soon as the white smoke emerged from the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel.
NFL Draft: How to watch, dates, draft order and potential top picks
Read full article: NFL Draft: How to watch, dates, draft order and potential top picksThe NFL draft kicks off Thursday night and Miami quarterback Cam Ward is still the overwhelming favorite to be selected with the No. 1 overall pick by the Tennessee Titans.
Pro scouts make adjustments as they navigate the evolving college football world ahead of NFL draft
Read full article: Pro scouts make adjustments as they navigate the evolving college football world ahead of NFL draftSan Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch often feels as though he’s entered a strange new scouting universe when he interviews an NFL draft prospect.
Linebacker Bobby Wagner is returning to the Commanders on a 1-year contract, AP source says
Read full article: Linebacker Bobby Wagner is returning to the Commanders on a 1-year contract, AP source saysA person with knowledge of the move tells The Associated Press that six-time All-Pro linebacker Bobby Wagner is returning to the Washington Commanders.
Commanders acquire wide receiver Deebo Samuel in a trade with the 49ers, AP source says
Read full article: Commanders acquire wide receiver Deebo Samuel in a trade with the 49ers, AP source saysA person with knowledge of the trade tells The Associated Press the Washington Commanders have acquired wide receiver Deebo Samuel from the San Francisco 49ers, pending a physical, for a fifth-round pick.
Cam Ward has answer for anyone who thinks he quit on Miami after breaking TD record in bowl game
Read full article: Cam Ward has answer for anyone who thinks he quit on Miami after breaking TD record in bowl gameCam Ward says not playing in the second half of Miami's bowl game was a predetermined decision and that he'd do it the same way again.
JuJu Watkins lifts sixth-ranked USC to program-defining win over No. 1 UCLA
Read full article: JuJu Watkins lifts sixth-ranked USC to program-defining win over No. 1 UCLAJuJu Watkins broke out of a scoring slump with 38 points, helping sixth-ranked USC topple No. 1 UCLA 71-60 and further delivering on her goal of restoring the program to its earlier glory.
Post Malone, Travis Scott, Latto perform at star-studded, invite-only Fanatics Super Bowl party
Read full article: Post Malone, Travis Scott, Latto perform at star-studded, invite-only Fanatics Super Bowl partyMeek Mill took the Fanatics Super Bowl party stage and set the tone: After an energetic performance of “Dreams and Nightmares,” the rapper draped an arm around Michael Rubin and gave him ultimate credit for another stellar event.
Mahomes and the Chiefs will face Hurts, Barkley and the Eagles as they seek a Super Bowl three-peat
Read full article: Mahomes and the Chiefs will face Hurts, Barkley and the Eagles as they seek a Super Bowl three-peatPatrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs are going for a three-peat in a Super Bowl rematch.
Hurts, Barkley each rush for 3 TDs to help Eagles reach Super Bowl with 55-23 win over Commanders
Read full article: Hurts, Barkley each rush for 3 TDs to help Eagles reach Super Bowl with 55-23 win over CommandersSaquon Barkley dashed 60 yards for a touchdown on Philadelphia's first play and finished with 118 yards and three scores, Jalen Hurts rushed for three TDs and the Eagles soared into the Super Bowl with a 55-23 win over the Washington Commanders on Sunday.
The Washington Commanders once ruled an entire region. After years of struggle, the joy has returned
Read full article: The Washington Commanders once ruled an entire region. After years of struggle, the joy has returnedThe Washington Commanders' run to the NFC Championship game has restored the franchise's relationship with its long-put upon fan base.
Welcome to the mobile age: NFL conference title games filled with dual-threat QBs
Read full article: Welcome to the mobile age: NFL conference title games filled with dual-threat QBsFrom Buffalo's Josh Allen facing Kansas City's Patrick Mahomes, to Philadelphia's Jalen Hurts going up against Washington's Jayden Daniels, the NFL conference championship games are abundant with dual-threat quarterbacks.
Cornerback Mike Sainristil is the other standout rookie fueling the Commanders' long playoff run
Read full article: Cornerback Mike Sainristil is the other standout rookie fueling the Commanders' long playoff runJayden Daniels is the Washington Commanders rookie everyone is talking about, and with good reason.
The AP NFL MVP finalists are Josh Allen, Saquon Barkley, Joe Burrow, Jared Goff and Lamar Jackson
Read full article: The AP NFL MVP finalists are Josh Allen, Saquon Barkley, Joe Burrow, Jared Goff and Lamar JacksonLamar Jackson, Joe Burrow and Saquon Barkley are finalists for The Associated Press 2024 NFL Most Valuable Player and Offensive Player of the Year awards.
'Best rookie year of all time?' Jayden Daniels has the Commanders a win away from the Super Bowl
Read full article: 'Best rookie year of all time?' Jayden Daniels has the Commanders a win away from the Super BowlJayden Daniels is getting praised around the league after leading the Washington Commanders to the NFC championship game against the odds and expectations.
Bills will face Chiefs in AFC title game; Eagles will host the Commanders in NFC championship game
Read full article: Bills will face Chiefs in AFC title game; Eagles will host the Commanders in NFC championship gameJosh Allen and the Buffalo Bills will take on Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC championship game in their fourth playoff matchup in five years.
Turnovers and depleted defense contribute to top-seeded Lions' quick playoff exit
Read full article: Turnovers and depleted defense contribute to top-seeded Lions' quick playoff exitThe Detroit Lions worked all season to earn the NFC's top seed and ensure they wouldn't have to play anywhere but Ford Field until the Super Bowl.
Jayden Daniels and the Commanders stun the top-seeded Lions 45-31 to reach NFC title game
Read full article: Jayden Daniels and the Commanders stun the top-seeded Lions 45-31 to reach NFC title gameJayden Daniels threw for two touchdowns in a flawless performance by Washington’s dazzling rookie, and the Commanders stunned the Detroit Lions 45-31 to reach the NFC championship game for the first time since winning the Super Bowl 33 years ago.
Lions CB Amik Robertson hurt and QB Jared Goff misses a series in playoff game vs. Commanders
Read full article: Lions CB Amik Robertson hurt and QB Jared Goff misses a series in playoff game vs. CommandersDetroit Lions cornerback Amik Robertson suffered an elbow injury on the Washington Commanders’ second snap and walked off the field in tears in Saturday night’s divisional playoff game.
NFL's wild-card round averages 28.3 million viewers, a 9.3% decline from last year
Read full article: NFL's wild-card round averages 28.3 million viewers, a 9.3% decline from last yearViewer audiences for the first weekend of the NFL playoffs were down 9.3% from last year, a bigger decline than what the league experienced during the regular season.
Jayden Daniels to Terry McLaurin connection has blossomed for the Commanders
Read full article: Jayden Daniels to Terry McLaurin connection has blossomed for the CommandersThe rapport between Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels and sixth-year wide receiver Terry McLaurin has blossomed throughout the season.
On Football: A bloody face didn't stop Jayden Daniels from leading the Commanders to a comeback win
Read full article: On Football: A bloody face didn't stop Jayden Daniels from leading the Commanders to a comeback winJayden Daniels doesn’t get fazed, even when a crunching hit leaves his face bloodied.
Jayden Daniels leads Commanders to first playoff win in nearly 7,000 days, 23-20 over the Buccaneers
Read full article: Jayden Daniels leads Commanders to first playoff win in nearly 7,000 days, 23-20 over the BuccaneersJayden Daniels ran for a critical first down to set up Zane Gonzalez’s 37-yard field goal that clanged off the right upright and went through as time expired, and the Washington Commanders beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 in an NFC wild-card game for the franchise’s first playoff win in 6,945 days.
Pro Picks: Texans, Ravens, Bills, Eagles, Bucs and Vikings will advance to the next round
Read full article: Pro Picks: Texans, Ravens, Bills, Eagles, Bucs and Vikings will advance to the next roundThe NFL’s wild-card weekend features divisional rivals facing off, two NFC rematches from Week 1 and the Harbaugh brothers coaching on the same day.
Mariota leads playoff-bound Commanders to 23-19 win over Cowboys after replacing Daniels
Read full article: Mariota leads playoff-bound Commanders to 23-19 win over Cowboys after replacing DanielsMarcus Mariota threw a 5-yard touchdown pass to Terry McLaurin with 3 seconds left, lifting Washington to a 23-19 victory over the Dallas Cowboys and clinching the sixth seed in the NFC playoffs for the Commanders.
Pro Bowl rosters include 9 Ravens, 7 Lions, 6 Vikings and Eagles and no Patrick Mahomes
Read full article: Pro Bowl rosters include 9 Ravens, 7 Lions, 6 Vikings and Eagles and no Patrick MahomesNine Baltimore Ravens, including two-time NFL MVP Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry, were selected for the Pro Bowl Games.
Washington Commanders complete a turnaround from 4-13 to making the playoffs behind Jayden Daniels
Read full article: Washington Commanders complete a turnaround from 4-13 to making the playoffs behind Jayden DanielsThe Washington Commanders are in the playoffs in their first season with general manager Adam Peters, coach Dan Quinn and quarterback Jayden Daniels.
NFL Playoff Guide: Chiefs back in the Super Bowl and open as slight favorites against the Eagles
Read full article: NFL Playoff Guide: Chiefs back in the Super Bowl and open as slight favorites against the EaglesPatrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are back in the Super Bowl to try for an unprecedented three-peat when they face the Philadelphia Eagles on Feb. 9 in New Orleans.
Falcons run out of time to control their path to the playoffs after mismanaging the clock
Read full article: Falcons run out of time to control their path to the playoffs after mismanaging the clockThe Atlanta Falcons have run out of time to control their path to the playoffs after mismanaging the clock multiple times in an overtime loss at the Washington Commanders.
Jayden Daniels dazzles again as Commanders clinch a playoff spot by beating Falcons 30-24 in OT
Read full article: Jayden Daniels dazzles again as Commanders clinch a playoff spot by beating Falcons 30-24 in OTThe Washington Commanders clinched a playoff spot by beating the Atlanta Falcons 30-24 in overtime.
1,000-yard rushers are keeping pace with 1,000-yard receivers for a change in the NFL
Read full article: 1,000-yard rushers are keeping pace with 1,000-yard receivers for a change in the NFLLed by free-agent bargains Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry, the number of big-play running backs is rivaling the number of high-production wide receivers for a change.
Jayden Daniels throws for 5 TDs as the Commanders end the Eagles' winning streak at 10
Read full article: Jayden Daniels throws for 5 TDs as the Commanders end the Eagles' winning streak at 10Jayden Daniels threw his fifth touchdown pass of the game with 6 seconds left to give the Washington Commanders a 36-33 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Seibert misses an extra point late as the Commanders lose their 3rd in a row, 34-26 to the Cowboys
Read full article: Seibert misses an extra point late as the Commanders lose their 3rd in a row, 34-26 to the CowboysAustin Seibert missed his second extra point of the game with 21 seconds left after Washington’s Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin connected on an 86-yard touchdown, Dallas’ Juanyeh Thomas returned the ensuing onside kick attempt for a touchdown, and the Cowboys pulled out a 34-26 victory Sunday that extended the Commanders’ skid to three games.
Commanders fail on crucial fourth down vs. Eagles, and signature win under Daniels will have to wait
Read full article: Commanders fail on crucial fourth down vs. Eagles, and signature win under Daniels will have to waitJayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders were stopped on a critical fourth down in the fourth quarter of their loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.
Saquon Barkley runs for 2 TDs, Eagles beat Commanders 26-18 to stretch NFC East lead
Read full article: Saquon Barkley runs for 2 TDs, Eagles beat Commanders 26-18 to stretch NFC East leadSaquon Barkley rushed for 146 yards and two fourth-quarter touchdowns, and the Philadelphia Eagles stretched their lead in the NFC East with a 26-18 win over Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders.
Russell Wilson's TD pass to Mike Williams lifts the Steelers over the Commanders 28-27
Read full article: Russell Wilson's TD pass to Mike Williams lifts the Steelers over the Commanders 28-27Russell Wilson shook off his first interception in 11 months and hit trade-deadline pickup Mike Williams for a 32-yard touchdown with less than 2 1/2 minutes left in the fourth quarter to lift the Pittsburgh Steelers to a 28-27 comeback victory over Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders.
Money in NCAA sports has changed life for a few. For many athletes, college degree remains the prize
Read full article: Money in NCAA sports has changed life for a few. For many athletes, college degree remains the prizeMoney from name, image and likeness deals has changed what it means to be an NCAA athlete for some college players.
Commanders QB Jayden Daniels practices through his rib injury and says he's 'still intact'
Read full article: Commanders QB Jayden Daniels practices through his rib injury and says he's 'still intact'Jayden Daniels was a limited participant in Washington Commanders practice Wednesday while dealing with a rib injury.
Jayden Daniels' Hail Mary TD to Noah Brown gives Commanders 18-15 win over Bears
Read full article: Jayden Daniels' Hail Mary TD to Noah Brown gives Commanders 18-15 win over BearsJayden Daniels connected with Noah Brown on a 52-yard Hail Mary as time expired to give the Washington Commanders an 18-15 victory over the Chicago Bears on Sunday.
QB Jayden Daniels is active and expected to play for the Commanders against the Bears
Read full article: QB Jayden Daniels is active and expected to play for the Commanders against the BearsJayden Daniels is active and expected to play for the Washington Commanders against Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears.