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Commanders hope to find second gear, replace injured Allen after loss to Ravens

The Washington Commanders' loss to the Baltimore Ravens became tougher to swallow on Monday, as coach Dan Quinn announced the defensive tackle Jonathan Allen would miss the rest of the season with a pectoral tear. Published October 14, 2024

Commanders’ defense overmatched by Jackson, Henry in loss to Ravens

The Washington Commanders couldn't stop quarterback Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens during Sunday's 30-23 loss at M&T Bank Stadium. Published October 13, 2024

Daniels, Jackson downplay comparisons ahead of Ravens-Commanders showdown

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is not the next Lamar Jackson. He noted that comparisons to the Baltimore Ravens' two-time MVP have grown tiresome ahead of Sunday's highly anticipated matchup at M&T Bank Stadium. Published October 10, 2024

Capitals set to open 50th season as Ovechkin eyes goals record

Almost every conversation about the Washington Capitals has started the same way this fall: "Do you think Ovi will break the record this season?" Published October 10, 2024

Redskins cornerback great Pat Fischer dies at 84

Former Washington Redskins cornerback Pat Fischer died Tuesday in northern Virginia, the franchise said. The four-time All-Pro was 84 years old. Published October 9, 2024

Capital One Arena shows off new offerings ahead of NHL, NBA seasons

Fans returning to Capital One Arena this weekend to cheer on the hometown teams -- the Wizards' preseason home opener is Friday, while the Capitals are on the ice the following night -- will get more than just their first taste of the new NBA and NHL season. There will be a mouthwatering array of new culinary offerings available in the spruced-up Chinatown building. Published October 8, 2024

Prime-time appearances, hot tickets, surging jersey sales: Commanders feel benefit of hot start

Few experts expected the 4-1 Washington Commanders to be this electric, including the NFL schedule-makers. Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels and company were only slated for a pair of prime-time games at the start of the season, but that could soon change after the squad's hot start. Published October 8, 2024

Wizards guard Malcolm Brogdon sidelined after thumb surgery

Malcolm Brogdon's Washington Wizards debut will have to wait. The point guard is recovering from a surgery that repaired a torn ligament in his right thumb, the team said Tuesday. Published October 8, 2024

Chiefs’ Harrison Butker doubles down on right-of-center lean with endorsement of GOP’s Hawley

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker's busy year continued Tuesday with his first-ever political endorsement of Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley's reelection bid. Published October 8, 2024

Daniels, resurgent defense carry red-hot Commanders to division lead

Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn insists that he never had a timeline in mind for his team's "recalibration," a euphemism for the rebuild he led this offseason. He just wanted his team to play hard and compete. Published October 7, 2024

Buccaneers to leave Tampa, practice in New Orleans ahead of Hurricane Milton

Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 storm brewing in the Gulf of Mexico, is primed to hammer central Florida later this week. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers want no part of it. Published October 7, 2024

Dominant defense carries Commanders over Browns

LANDOVER -- Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn said he knew during practice that his team might be in for a "grimy" game on Sunday against the Cleveland Browns. Published October 6, 2024

Commanders, Daniels host Browns in matchup of quarterbacks on opposite arcs

There was a time when Washington Commanders rookie Jayden Daniels called Deshaun Watson, the current signal-caller for the Cleveland Browns, his favorite quarterback. The two boasted similar play styles and had the same goals: to win a national championship in college and become an NFL quarterback. Published October 3, 2024

Taylor Swift taking over NFL games? Players say there’s no bad blood

Pop superstar Taylor Swift is unavoidable, much to the dismay of many NFL fans. The most famous singer in the world has been popping up at NFL games since she started dating Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce last year. Published October 3, 2024

Upstart Commanders one of biggest early-season surprises in unpredictable NFL

The first month of the NFL season is generally full of surprises. There's always an also-ran or two from last season that suddenly, out of nowhere, plays like one of the top teams in the league. Published October 2, 2024

Commanders’ Daniels leads NFL jersey sales after breakout performances

Fans can't get enough of Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. The reigning Heisman Trophy winner boasted the best-selling jersey in the NFL this week, according to merchandise seller Fanatics. Published October 2, 2024

Wizards open training camp with eyes on No. 2 overall pick Sarr

Wizards rookie Alex Sarr may only have one NBA training camp practice under his belt, but professional basketball is nothing new for the 19-year-old. He started playing with the American Overtime Elite league when he was 16 before starring in Australia's NBL last season. The NBA is a different beast. Published October 1, 2024

Division-leading Commanders cite ‘complimentary football’ for hot start

The synergy of the offensive and defensive units won't show up on the box score, but Commanders coach Dan Quinn said it's been essential for the team's success. Published September 30, 2024

Commanders dominate Cardinals in Arizona for second straight road win

It seemed like the Washington Commanders' uber-efficient offense had finally slowed down through the first two quarters of Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals. Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels threw the first interception of his career, and the team called on punter Tress Way for the first time since Week 1. Published September 29, 2024

Kingsbury, Daniels lead Commanders against Cardinals in Arizona homecoming

Both Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and the team's offensive coordinator, Kliff Kingsbury, left Arizona two years ago -- and parting wasn't always sweet sorrow. Published September 26, 2024