Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
Kelce brothers seek $100 million payday for ‘New Heights’ podcast
It's a good time to be a Kelce brother. The pair of football stars turned social media sensations reportedly want $100 million for their "New Heights" podcast. Published July 31, 2024
Army wants $6 million back after losing teamwork with Dwayne Johnson, UFL
The U.S. Army agreed to an $11 million deal with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and his UFL spring football league this year to boost recruitment. It didn't work. Published July 31, 2024
Nationals trade reliever Dylan Floro to the Diamondbacks during trip to Arizona
The Washington Nationals traded reliever Dylan Floro to the Arizona Diamondbacks just before Tuesday's trade deadline. Published July 30, 2024
Commanders’ Newton participates in team drills for first time 11 weeks after foot surgery
Washington Commanders defensive tackle Jer'Zhan Newton took his recovery from foot surgery one day at a time. The hard work paid off Tuesday as the rookie participated in team drills for the first time at training camp. Published July 30, 2024
Raiders receiver Davante Adams calls Commanders fan base ‘just miserable’
The Washington Commanders still catch stray shots during the offseason, even as new owner Josh Harris works to rehabilitate the franchise's image. Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams highlighted the Commanders' "miserable" fan base as the worst in the league. Published July 30, 2024
Nationals trade outfielder Lane Thomas to Guardians for trio of prospects
The Washington Nationals traded outfielder Lane Thomas to the Cleveland Guardians on Monday. Published July 29, 2024
Nationals stay active ahead of MLB trade deadline
The MLB trade market will kick into high gear Tuesday ahead of the 6 p.m. trade deadline. For the third straight year, the Nationals are primed to sell established assets to the highest bidders as they build for the future. Published July 29, 2024
Staley says Clark may have deserved Olympic roster spot ‘if we had to do it all over again’
WNBA rookie sensation Caitlin Clark was notably snubbed from Team USA's Olympic roster in June. Now, selection committee member Dawn Staley said Clark may have been worthy of a spot on the national team. Published July 29, 2024
‘Bob the Cap Catcher’ goes viral, steals the show at Paris Olympics swimming heat
Not all heroes wear capes. Some of them, like "Bob the Cap Catcher," wear floral Speedos. Published July 29, 2024
Commanders’ open practice gives fans their first look at Daniels
Before practice started, the line from the sold-out crowd wrapped around the parking lot. Each fan was eagerly waiting to catch their first glimpse of Jayden Daniels -- Washington's potential franchise quarterback -- and the revamped Commanders roster. Published July 28, 2024
Nationals trade Winker to Mets for right-handed pitching prospect Stuart
The Washington Nationals' midsummer sale has continued as the team traded outfielder and designated hitter Jesse Winker to the New York Mets in exchange for Tyler Stuart, a right-handed pitching prospect. Published July 28, 2024
Israeli soccer team booed during national anthem at Olympic opener
The "Olympic values" of excellence, respect and friendship were absent Wednesday when Israel's national soccer team faced Mali in their first match of the Paris Games. Fans showered Israeli players with boos and whistles during the pre-match national anthem. Published July 26, 2024
Under-the-radar storylines for the Paris Olympics
Everyone knows about Simone Biles, Katie Ledecky and Kevin Durant, right? Their exploits are legendary and millions of fans will tune in to see those American superstars compete at the Paris Olympics that begin Friday. Published July 25, 2024
Washington region well-represented in Paris
Their athletic journeys have taken them from the District, Maryland and Virginia to Paris. More than two dozen athletes with ties to the region will compete on the biggest stage in sports at the Paris Olympics over the next two weeks. Published July 24, 2024
Quinn preaches urgency as Commanders training camp kicks off
Dan Quinn is not a patient man. The Washington Commanders coach said so himself when his squad opened training camp Wednesday at their practice facility in Ashburn. Published July 24, 2024
Noah Lyles, world’s fastest man, looks to go faster in Paris
The fastest man in the world has three therapists. Published July 24, 2024
Quinn promises ‘fun as hell’ training camp as Commanders usher in new era
NFL coaches aren't allowed to subject their players to the grueling two-a-day workouts that were once commonplace during training camp. But Commanders coach Dan Quinn promised that his camp would be demanding, challenging and "fun as hell" when it begins Wednesday. Published July 23, 2024
Three Olympic swimmers emerge from one Bethesda private school to compete in Paris
Phoebe Bacon and Erin Gemmell were accustomed to swimming in the long shadow of Katie Ledecky at Stone Ridge School for the Sacred Heart. Published July 23, 2024
WNBA stars Clark, Reese, Ogunbowale lead Team WNBA over Team USA in All-Star game
Olympic snubs Arike Ogunbowale, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese showed off against the U.S. Olympic squad, leading Team WNBA to a 117-109 against Team USA at the All-Star game in Phoenix on Saturday night. Published July 21, 2024
Jason Wright to leave Commanders after 2024 season, is no longer team’s president
Commanders president Jason Wright will leave the franchise after the 2024 season, the team confirmed Thursday. A Commanders spokesperson said Wright will work as a senior adviser for the next six months before leaving the organization. Published July 18, 2024
