Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
Emmanuel Forbes, former first-round pick, released by Commanders
The Washington Commanders released cornerback Emmanuel Forbes on Saturday, the team announced. Forbes, 23, was the franchise's first-round pick in the 2023 NFL draft. Published November 30, 2024
December’s PGA vs. LIV duo event to feature $10 million cryptocurrency prize
A two-on-two TV event featuring rival golfers from the PGA and LIV tours next month will feature a $10 million prize. The participants won't receive cash or a check, though -- they'll be paid in CRO cryptocurrency. Published November 28, 2024
Commanders lean on veterans to stop three-game losing streak against Titans
The Washington Commanders are tired of losing. Now on a three-game losing streak, members of the 7-5 squad said they're leaning on their veterans to right the ship on Sunday against the Tennessee Titans. Published November 28, 2024
D.C. athletes give back with free Thanksgiving meals for people in need: ‘This is my family’
Representatives from the Wizards, Commanders and Nationals embraced the holiday spirit this month by hosting several free events to distribute free Thanksgiving meals to families in need around the District and the surrounding area. Published November 27, 2024
‘This is my life’: Redskins collector looks to sell $6 million collection
When Samu Qureshi sits down in the middle of his 4,100-square-foot "museum" in Bethesda, the longtime Washington football fan is surrounded by his life's work. Published November 27, 2024
Woeful month for Washington sports has fans thankful for November’s end
It's been a rough month for the District's sports fans, from Alex Ovechkin's broken leg to losing streaks by the Wizards and Commanders. This Thanksgiving, many of those fans undoubtedly will be giving thanks that November is nearly over. Published November 26, 2024
Commanders kicker Seibert placed on injured reserve after missing three kicks against Cowboys
The Washington Commanders have placed kicker Austin Seibert on injured reserve, the team announced Tuesday. Seibert missed three kicks, including a potential game-tying extra point, during Sunday's 34-26 loss to the rival Dallas Cowboys. Published November 26, 2024
Big 12 investigating leaked video of BYU football player’s explicit halftime speech
The Big 12 is investigating how a video of BYU football player Tyler Batty's explicit halftime speech from Saturday's 28-23 loss to Arizona State appeared on social media, coach Kalani Sitake said Monday. Published November 26, 2024
Michigan-born, L.A.-based Magic Johnson putting his stamp on a new city: The nation’s capital
Black men didn't own sports teams when Earvin Johnson grew up in Lansing, Michigan, in the 1960s and '70s. Published November 26, 2024
Trump ran for president as payback against NFL owners, claims ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith
President-elect Donald Trump was inspired to run for office after a failed attempt to buy the NFL's Buffalo Bills in 2014, ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith said this week. Published November 26, 2024
Ekeler suffers scary injury in final seconds against Cowboys
Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler suffered a scary injury on a kick return in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys. Published November 24, 2024
Inert offense dooms Commanders in rollercoaster loss to rival Cowboys
An offense that was a no-show most of Sunday and a series of special teams blunders doomed the Commanders in a 34-26 loss to the rival Dallas Cowboys at Northwest Stadium. Published November 24, 2024
Washington on the hunt for another NWSL title
The Washington Spirit hope to bring the women's soccer title back to the District on Saturday as they take on the Orlando Pride in the NWSL final in Kansas City, Missouri. Published November 21, 2024
Former Dallas players, coaches now with Commanders add extra layer to rivalry
Familiar faces are coming to Northwest Stadium on Sunday as the Washington Commanders host the Dallas Cowboys in the historic rivalry's first matchup of the season. Published November 21, 2024
Capitals place Ovechkin on injured reserve, sidelining him at least a week
The Washington Capitals placed superstar Alex Ovechkin on injured reserve Wednesday with a lower leg injury. The 39-year-old will miss at least three games, one of the longest absences of his career. Published November 20, 2024
Spirit’s Bethune named NWSL Rookie of the Year after record season
Washington Spirit midfielder Croix Bethune was named the National Women's Soccer League Rookie of the Year on Tuesday after a record-setting season that was ultimately cut short by a knee injury. Published November 19, 2024
Ovechkin ‘week-to-week’ as leg injury delays chase of Gretzky’s goals mark
Alex Ovechkin's chase of Wayne Gretzky's NHL goals record is on hold. The Washington Capitals said Tuesday the long-time captain is "week-to-week" with a lower leg injury suffered In Monday's win against the Utah Hockey Club. Published November 19, 2024
RFK Stadium bill advances to Senate vote
The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee voted Tuesday to advance a bill that would lease the RFK Stadium site to D.C. officials for a potential new NFL stadium. Published November 19, 2024
Spirit owner’s $30 million gift zeroes in on U.S. Soccer’s female programs
Michele Kang, owner of the NWSL's Washington Spirit, will give $30 million to the U.S. Soccer Federation over the next five years. Published November 19, 2024
Slumping Commanders look to rekindle hot start by getting back to basics
The 7-4 Washington Commanders lost ground in the playoff race over the weekend, but coach Dan Quinn hopes a return to routine on Monday can help his young squad rekindle their hot start. Published November 18, 2024
