Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
Eagles castoffs look for retribution with Commanders in NFC championship game
A pair of offseason trades ensured that this season's Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders squads would be forever linked. Sunday's NFC championship game between the division rivals serves as a moment of retribution for a few members of the District's upstart squad. Washington's practice facility is littered with Philadelphia castoffs. Published January 23, 2025
Come up smiling: Hard hits no match for Jayden Daniels, NFL’s charismatic new star
When opposing defenders hit rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels so hard that they make him leave his feet, or knock his helmet off, or roll up on his legs, he can't help but flash a million-dollar smile. And why wouldn't he? Published January 23, 2025
‘Job’s not done’: Commanders’ vets reflect on unlikely postseason run after years of mediocrity
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin spoke in front of a unique backdrop on Wednesday for the first time in his career -- one proudly marking Sunday's NFC Championship against the Philadelphia Eagles. Published January 22, 2025
Record ticket prices reported for NFC championship game
Sunday's NFC title game between the Washington Commanders and Philadelphia Eagles is the hottest ticket in the country, according to several online marketplaces. Published January 22, 2025
Commanders reunite with ref Shawn Hochuli one month after crew’s clock-stopping call
Shawn Hochuli will officiate Sunday's NFC title game between Washington and Philadelphia a month after his crew's call almost doomed the Commanders' chances against the New Orleans Saints. Published January 21, 2025
Golf cart crash delays postgame festivities for Ohio State after national championship
Ohio State coach Ryan Day and quarterback Will Howard were a bit late for their postgame press conferences after winning the national championship on Monday night in Atlanta. They didn't get caught up in a celebration -- their golf cart crashed into a concrete wall on the way to the interview room. Published January 21, 2025
Warriors coach Steve Kerr dodges inauguration coverage for game film before 40-point loss
Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr, a noted critic of President Trump, said he avoided watching Monday's inauguration coverage to prepare for the evening's game against the Boston Celtics. Published January 21, 2025
Sportsbooks shift Eagles-Commanders odds more in Philadelphia’s favor
The Washington Commanders are now even bigger underdogs for Sunday's NFC title game in Philadelphia against the Eagles. After opening as 4.5-point favorites, the Eagles are favored by six points at most sportsbooks. Published January 21, 2025
Where in the world is Dan Snyder? Far, far away from the Commanders’ postseason run
The Washington Commanders are headed to the NFC championship game for the first time in a generation, and Dan Snyder -- who owned the franchise for 24 mediocre years -- is nowhere to be seen. Published January 20, 2025
Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson named NHL’s First Star of the Week
Alex Ovechkin might get most of the media attention for this year's Washington Capitals squad, but goaltender Logan Thompson is vying for his share of the spotlight. Published January 20, 2025
Wizards’ Poole nabs postgame apology from former Warriors teammate Green
Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole didn't leave the Golden State Warriors on the friendliest of terms in 2023. But after scoring 38 points in Washington's 122-114 loss Saturday, Poole insisted there were no hard feelings. Mostly. Published January 19, 2025
Not a dream: Commanders’ ‘surreal’ NFC Championship run reignites long-suffering fanbase
Washington Commanders fans aren't dreaming, and they haven't been magically transported back to 1992, when Michael Jackson's "Black or White" and Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" dominated the airwaves. Published January 19, 2025
Commanders guard Sam Cosmi tears ACL against Lions, will miss remainder of season
Washington Commanders guard Sam Cosmi tore his ACL and will not play in next week's NFC Championship game, coach Dan Quinn said Sunday. Published January 19, 2025
New-look Commanders give fans something to believe in
After the Washington Commanders posted their best regular-season record since 1991 and recorded their first playoff win in 19 years, local fans are starting to believe again. Published January 16, 2025
Fans should expect sticker shock as Commanders-Lions ticket prices reach record levels
The Washington Commanders' playoff matchup with the Detroit Lions on Saturday night at Ford Field is the hottest ticket in the country. Published January 16, 2025
Commanders’ unlikely turnaround turns coordinators into head coach candidates
While rookie sensation Jayden Daniels learned how to be an NFL quarterback, Washington Commanders defensive coordinator Joe Whitt was figuring out how to be a professional play-caller. Published January 15, 2025
Cowboys reach out to Deion Sanders regarding coaching vacancy
"Coach Prime" could be coming to Dallas. Published January 14, 2025
Jets request head coaching interview with Commanders defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr.
The New York Jets have requested an interview with Washington Commanders defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. for their head coaching vacancy, according to multiple reports. Published January 14, 2025
Cardiac Commanders make a habit of last-second magic
The Washington Commanders can't stop making magic: Jayden Daniels and his teammates have pulled out five straight last-second victories, including Sunday's playoff win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Published January 14, 2025
Commanders survive, advance with last-second win against Buccaneers
Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels rallied the Commanders to another late, game-winning drive, leading Washington to a 23-20 Sunday night playoff victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Published January 12, 2025
