6 months ago

Commanders, winners of 3 straight, riding a high with Jayden Daniels leading the way

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Brian Robinson Jr. seemed surprised by his emotional state as an earnest smile crossed his face. Minutes earlier, as rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels and teammates bounded off the field, it was clear Robinson wasn’t the only one sorting through their emotions following Washington’s dominant 42-14 win over the Arizona Cardinals. “There is one who isn’t leaving without one,” Quinn said before bellowing the first name of his offensive coordinator, Kliff Kingsbury. “Coming back facing his former team,” Daniels said, “I know it meant a lot to.” The executor of Kingsbury’s vision is the main proprietor of the organization’s new-found enthusiasm. “Not surprised,” said linebacker Bobby Wagner, one of Washington’s top defenders who didn’t play in the preseason.

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Linebacker Bobby Wagner is returning to the Commanders on a 1-year contract, AP source says

Associated Press

Six-time All-Pro linebacker Bobby Wagner is returning to the Washington Commanders after being a big part of their franchise-best turnaround and a trip to the NFC championship game in quarterback Jayden Daniels’ rookie season. The well-respected veteran keyed a unit that went from last in the league before he and several newcomers arrived to finish 13th under first-year coach Dan …

2 months, 1 week ago

‘Best rookie year of all time?’ Jayden Daniels has the Commanders a win away from the Super Bowl

Associated Press

ASHBURN, Va. — Jayden Daniels has the Washington Commanders in the NFC championship game, and his list of admirers around the league continues to grow. Stroud of the Houston Texans believes Daniels has “had the best rookie year of all time.” If he and the Commanders beat the Eagles on Sunday, Daniels would become the first rookie quarterback to lead …

2 months, 1 week ago

Washington Commanders timeline on the way to the NFC championship game

Associated Press

The Washington Commanders are in the NFC championship game after going 12-5 in the regular season and winning two playoff games. Controlling owner Josh Harris, whose group bought the team from Dan Snyder and family in 2023 for a North American professional sports record $6.05 billion, said: “Clearly, we weren’t good enough this year. April 26, 2024 The Commanders drafted …

2 months, 1 week ago

Jayden Daniels and the Commanders stun the top-seeded Lions 45-31 to reach NFC title game

Associated Press

DETROIT — Jayden Daniels and the nothing-to-lose Washington Commanders sent the top-seeded Detroit Lions to a stunningly swift playoff exit. Daniels threw for two touchdowns and fellow rookie Mike Sainristil had two interceptions, dazzling performances that helped Washington beat Detroit 45-31 on Saturday night to reach the NFC championship game for the first time since winning the franchise’s third Super …

2 months, 1 week ago

Jayden Daniels, Commanders stun Lions to earn first NFC championship trip in 33 years: Key takeaways

New York Times

In one of the most shocking NFL playoff upsets in recent memory, rookie sensation Jayden Daniels and the sixth-seeded Washington Commanders knocked off the NFC’s No. Daniels and the Commanders walked into the Lions’ den facing long odds against a high-scoring team that lost two games at Ford Field in 2024. By extending their best season since winning the Super …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders defeat Lions, will face Rams-Eagles winner in NFC championship game

LA Times

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels runs with the ball during a win over the Detroit Lions in the NFC divisional playoffs Saturday night. Jayden Daniels threw for two touchdowns in a flawless performance by Washington’s dazzling rookie, and the Commanders stunned the Detroit Lions 45-31 on Saturday night to reach the NFC championship game for the first time since winning …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders choose to ‘be bold’ going for it on 4th down, and that has them still in the playoffs

Associated Press

Gutsy calls by coach Dan Quinn helped the Washington Commanders win a playoff game and take another step further in a season that had already exceeded just about every external expectation. “I never want to look back and say, ‘Man, I wish I had gone for it,’” Quinn said recently. “I hope that’s my legacy one day long down the …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Jayden Daniels leads Commanders to first playoff win in nearly 7,000 days, 23-20 over the Buccaneers

Associated Press

TAMPA, Fla. — New owners. Jayden 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 Commanders beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 in an NFC wild-card game Sunday night for the franchise’s first playoff win in 6,945 days. Enough said …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders secure another last-second win. This one earns a trip to NFC divisional round

New York Times

TAMPA, Fla. — Zane Gonzalez felt the ball explode off his right foot. “Why is it fading?” The Commanders set Gonzalez up by driving 51 yards in 10 plays after a Tampa Bay Buccaneers field goal tied the game. “, but if you saw the feet going underwater …” Based on that waterfowl example, Quinn’s palmates were likely moving at …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders again ride the poise of their veteran linebacker and rookie QB to victory

New York Times

TAMPA, Fla. — Bobby Wagner’s first NFL playoff game was 12 years and a week ago. The amalgam of Wagner, who was everywhere on the field Sunday night, and Daniels, the rookie sensation, was at the heart of Washington’s incredible 23-20 win at the gun, when Zane Gonzalez doinked a 37-yard field goal attempt off the right upright and through, …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

NFL playoffs picks against the spread: Can Commanders make wild-card run to Super Bowl?

New York Times

Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn was asked by reporters this week if all his team’s close wins can carry over to the playoffs. The last team to make — and win — the Super Bowl as a wild-card team was the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2020, led by Tom Brady, the new minority owner who is currently going through the …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Commanders coach Dan Quinn says he is ‘not concerned’ about Jayden Daniels’ leg soreness

Associated Press

Dan Quinn downplayed Jayden Daniels’ leg soreness that led the Washington Commanders coach to take the rookie quarterback out at halftime of the regular-season finale against Dallas, brushing off any worry about the injury lingering into the playoffs. “And I’m actually feeling good on the team’s health, so that’s a good thing when you get to this time of year.” …

Mariota leads playoff-bound Commanders to 23-19 win over Cowboys after replacing Daniels

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Mariota leads playoff-bound Commanders to 23-19 win over Cowboys after replacing Daniels

Associated Press

ARLINGTON, Texas — Jayden Daniels sitting in the second half wasn’t the plan when the playoff-bound Washington Commanders visited the Dallas Cowboys with only seeding at stake. Mariota threw for two scores and ran for a TD after replacing Daniels, who said he was fine with his coach’s decision but later was adamant that they would have had “to drag …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

QB Jayden Daniels pulled at halftime with playoff-bound Commanders playing for seeding at Cowboys

Associated Press

ARLINGTON, Texas — Jayden Daniels was pulled at halftime of Washington’s regular-season finale at the Dallas Cowboys, with the Commanders locked into the playoffs and headed for either the sixth or seventh seed. Marcus Mariota took over under center for the first Washington possession after halftime and quickly led the Commanders the game’s first touchdown after they had just 64 …

3 months ago

Washington Commanders complete a turnaround from 4-13 to making the playoffs behind Jayden Daniels

Associated Press

— Moments after the Washington Commanders finished the 2023 season at 4-13 and locked up the second pick in the draft, Daron Payne was already feeling optimistic about the organization’s long-term future. “There’s no better gift that you can give a man on his 60th birthday than a playoff berth,” Peters said, handing the ball to Harris while players cheered. …

3 months ago

Commanders playoff scenarios: Who are they better suited to face in wild-card round?

New York Times

The Washington Commanders clinched a playoff berth with one regular-season game remaining, but Dan Quinn doesn’t intend to have the team coast into the postseason. “That’s what we discussed as a team.” Positives in Washington’s fourth consecutive win were headlined by three Jayden Daniels touchdown passes, including the game winner to tight end Zach Ertz from 2 yards out. GO …

3 months ago

Jayden Daniels carries the Commanders into the playoffs by running as much as throwing

Associated Press

— Jayden Daniels is running all over opponents and away with the AP Offensive Rookie of the Year Award. “That guy’s an absolute beast,” Atlanta Falcons coach Raheem Morris said Sunday night after Daniels torched his team for 127 yards on 16 carries. “I cringe sometimes, but I also know what the competitor is, too.” Daniels passed Robert Griffin III …

3 months ago

Commanders reach NFL playoffs for first time since 2020 as Jayden Daniels inspires overtime win vs Falcons

Daily Mail

The Washington Commanders have secured their first playoff berth since 2020 after edging a dramatic overtime battle with the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday night. Daniels also surpassed another Washington rookie phenom, Robert Griffin III, to set the NFL rookie record for rushing yards by a quarterback. The Commanders have secured their first playoff berth since 2020 after beating the Falcons …

3 months ago

Jayden Daniels dazzles again as Commanders clinch a playoff spot by beating Falcons 30-24 in OT

Associated Press

— Jayden Daniels felt tired. Daniels connected with Zach Ertz in overtime for his third touchdown pass of the game to clinch a playoff spot by beating the Atlanta Falcons 30-24 in overtime Sunday night in a back-and-forth prime-time showdown between highly drafted rookie quarterbacks. “I really can’t put into words how much it means to them and how much …

3 months ago

Washington Commanders safety Jeremy Reaves proposes to girlfriend after team reaches first playoff berth since 2020

CNN

CNN — It was a successful night for Washington Commanders safety Jeremy Reaves, for more reasons than one. Daniels, who was the second overall pick in this year’s NFL draft and a Heisman winner while at LSU, found tight end Zach Ertz for the game-winning touchdown as the Commanders offense did not allow the Falcons to get an offensive possession …

3 months ago

Commanders clinch playoff berth with OT win vs. Falcons, hand Rams NFC West: Key takeaways

New York Times

By Ben Standig, Josh Kendall, Michael-Shawn Dugar and Tobias Bass The Washington Commanders clinched a playoff berth for the first time since 2020 with a 30-24 win in overtime against the Atlanta Falcons on “Sunday Night Football” as quarterback Jayden Daniels continued to make a case in his Rookie of the Year campaign. NBC | NFL+ pic.twitter.com/TdAGEbmeUt — Atlanta Falcons …

3 months, 1 week ago

Jayden Daniels maintains calm approach as Commanders come from behind to stun Eagles

New York Times

— Whatever happens over the remaining weeks of the Washington Commanders’ surprising 2024 season, one upshot rises above all. “When he’s on the field, you got a chance.” Future Hall of Fame linebacker Bobby Wagner watched another member of Washington’s rookie class, Luke McCaffrey, cap his impressive kick-returning work with a 29-yard jolt. “Man, he’s so poised,” McLaurin said of …

3 months, 1 week ago

Jayden Daniels’ 5 TDs push Commanders to comeback win vs. Eagles: Key takeaways

New York Times

By Brooks Kubena, Ben Standig and RJ Kraft In a wild game between NFC East rivals, rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels sparked a 22-point fourth quarter to lead the Washington Commanders past the Philadelphia Eagles 36-33. COMMANDERS TAKE THE LEAD WITH 6 SECONDS.#PHIvsWAS pic.twitter.com/BcKGpEBIsl — NFL December 22, 2024 Washington overcame five turnovers thanks to Daniels’ five touchdown passes and team-leading …

3 months, 4 weeks ago

Jayden Daniels has 4 TDs as the Commanders end their skid at 3 by beating the Titans 42-19

Associated Press

— Jayden Daniels wanted no part of sitting around for half of December dwelling on a losing streak. Daniels made sure of it, throwing two of his three touchdown passes to Terry McLaurin and scoring one rushing to lead the Washington Commanders to a 42-19 rout of the Tennessee Titans on Sunday. “But it’s on us to be able to …

4 months ago

No offensive struggles for Jayden Daniels, Commanders in big win over Titans: Key takeaways

New York Times

By Ben Standig, Joe Rexrode and Amos Morale III The Washington Commanders had about as perfect of a half a team could have in Sunday’s 42-19 win over the Tennessee Titans. — Ben Standig, Commanders beat writer McLaurin gets involved early The pregame offensive conversation included more early targets for McLaurin and an expanded route tree for Washington’s top receiver. …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders fail on crucial fourth down vs. Eagles, and signature win under Daniels will have to wait

Associated Press

PHILADELPHIA — Washington trailed by two points on in the fourth quarter, needing a field goal or first down to keep its prospects of a win — and a shot at the NFC East lead — alive in Philadelphia. “To be the heavy hitters that we want to be, you’ve got to be able to close,” Quinn said. As for …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Eagles and Commanders meet in biggest game in NFC East rivalry series in nearly 30 years

Associated Press

PHILADELPHIA — Jayden Daniels’ nascent NFL career is all of 10 games old, yet the Washington QB responsible for the instant reshaping of the Commanders into a respectable franchise, and, finally, winners, already knows when a big game is on the schedule. Behind QB Jalen Hurts and running back Saquon Barkley — who ranks second in the NFL with an …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Jayden Daniels and the Commanders don’t have a lot of time before facing the NFC East rival Eagles

Associated Press

— Coach Dan Quinn knows that star rookie Jayden Daniels and the rest of the Washington Commanders do not have a lot of time ahead of Thursday’s big NFC East matchup at the Philadelphia Eagles to fix the sorts of things that went wrong during a one-point loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. “To have a short week and get a …

4 months, 4 weeks ago

Commanders Dominate Giants, Continue Their Unbeatable Start

Associated Press

The Washington Commanders defeated the New York Giants 27-22 in a thrilling game. Jayden Daniels was a dominant force, throwing for 209 yards and rushing for 15 yards. He iced the game with a 42-yard pass to Olamide Zaccheaus. The Commanders dominated the first half, scoring 27 points while holding the Giants scoreless. The Giants fought back in the second …

5 months ago

NFC East-leading Commanders to Seek Revenge Against Giants in a Crucial Showdown

Associated Press

The Washington Commanders will attempt to sweep the New York Giants for the first time since 2021 when they visit MetLife Stadium on Sunday. The Giants have lost three straight games and are looking to bounce back, while the Commanders are riding a high after a 6-2 record and first place in the NFC East. The game will be a …

Commanders Aim to Sweep Giants, Seek First Win Since 2021

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5 months ago

Commanders Aim to Sweep Giants, Seek First Win Since 2021

Associated Press

The Washington Commanders will look to improve to 7-2 after a thrilling Hail Mary win against the New York Giants. Despite Daniel's sore ribs, the Commanders gained 425 yards and held the ball for over 37 minutes. The Giants, on the other hand, were held scoreless for most of the game and were unable to score a touchdown despite having …

5 months ago

Jayden Daniels’ Hail Mary play lifts Washington Commanders over Chicago Bears

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5 months ago

Jayden Daniels’ Hail Mary throw is latest example that these Commanders won’t flinch

New York Times

— The shouts let Jayden Daniels recognize a miracle had occurred. “That’s how I knew.” Left guard Nick Allegretti was amid “chaos” some 70 yards away from the far end zone — “trying to hit somebody in a different color jersey to give Jayden a shot” — when Daniels’ Hail Mary heave fell from the sky. “I didn’t know who …

5 months, 1 week ago

Despite injury to Jayden Daniels, Commanders all smiles after throttling Panthers

New York Times

— The one-sided scoreboard, while glorious, wasn’t the main story. “You check on him, see how he’s doing, and we’ll take it day by day.” GO DEEPER Sunday's biggest play for the Commanders was keeping injured Jayden Daniels off the field That step-by-step approach has worked well for Washington this season. On his final run, wide receiver Dyami Brown recognized …

5 months, 1 week ago

Commanders' Daniels' Health a Worry as They Rout Rout the Panthers 40-7

Associated Press

The Washington Commanders defeated the Carolina Panthers 40-7 on Sunday. Jayden Daniels left the game with a rib injury, but he is expected to undergo further tests Monday. Despite the loss, the Commanders dominated the game, racking up 421 yards and scoring 27 points. Marcus Mariota threw two touchdown passes and ran for a touchdown, while Dante Fowler had a …

5 months, 1 week ago

Commanders dominate Panthers despite Jayden Daniels leaving with injury: Key takeaways

New York Times

By Ben Standig, Joe Person and Chris Licata No Jayden Daniels, no problem for the Washington Commanders — at least on Sunday. Dan Quinn’s squad got back in the win column with a dominant 40-7 win over the reeling Carolina Panthers, boosting their record to 5-2 while holding on to first place in the NFC East. Dan Quinn with what …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Sports betting: Commanders provide two good bets to score, Brian Robinson Jr. and Terry McLaurin

Associated Press

Plenty of touchdowns were scored during Week 6 of the NFL season, and the over bets went 10-3-1. Looking ahead to this week’s games, here are some players who likely will find the end zone, with odds from the BetMGM online sportsbook: Alvin Kamara, Saints, -110 The New Orleans Saints will be down a number of players on Thursday Night …

5 months, 3 weeks ago

Jayden Daniels shines again as Commanders beat floundering Browns: Key takeaways

New York Times

NFL Week 5 live updates: Latest scores, highlights, analysis, observations and more By Ben Standig, Zac Jackson and Cale Clinton Sunday was a tale of two quarterbacks as the Washington Commanders dominated the Cleveland Browns 34-13. Sign Up Daniels passes the eye test Daniels’ final numbers were rather ordinary — he finished 14-of-25 passing for 238 yards with one TD …

6 months ago

Washington, led by star rookie QB Jayden Daniels, tries to keep rolling vs. Cards

Associated Press

Washington at Arizona Sunday, 4:05 p.m. EDT, Fox BetMGM NFL odds: Cardinals by 3 1/2. Turnover differential: Commanders plus-1; Cardinals even Commanders player to watch Everyone is talking about QB Jayden Daniels, but with RB Austin Ekeler out because of a concussion, the key to Washington’s offense could be Brian Robinson Jr. He also had 254 yards passing, 39 rushing …

6 months, 1 week ago

Rookie Jayden Daniels nearly flawless for Commanders in 38-33 win over Bengals

Associated Press

CINCINNATI — Jayden Daniels stood in the pocket against an all-out blitz, took a hit from Bengals safety Geno Stone and launched a perfect ball toward Terry McLaurin in the corner of the end zone. “He’s a real cool customer, and he’s got a real poise about him,” Washington coach Dan Quinn said of his quarterback. Daniels’ first career touchdown …

6 months, 2 weeks ago

A poised Jayden Daniels is remembering to have fun while leading Commanders

New York Times

— Everyone handles pressure situations differently. '” Another look at @JayD__5’s first career game-winning drive pic.twitter.com/cp7zxTA2vn — Washington Commanders September 16, 2024 Unbeknownst to Zaccheaus, Daniels did try turning upfield, only for the 215-pounder to get shoved out of bounds by Giants defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux. “It ain’t the first time,” Daniels said, “so it ain’t nothing new with me.” …

6 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders improve to 1-1 despite their offense getting off to a bit of a false start

Associated Press

The second game of Jayden Daniels’ NFL career delivered his first victory as quarterback of the Washington Commanders. “Luckily, those are things that we can control, so we can get that corrected,” said running back Austin Ekeler, one of more than 30 new players on Washington’s 53-man roster. We can’t be doing this to ourselves, especially in the red zone.” …

6 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders lean on backfield duo of Brian Robinson, Austin Ekeler to squeeze by Giants

New York Times

— A mystery man saved the Washington Commanders after two known commodities battled for every inch on the field. “Ideally, we don’t ever win this way again,” running back Austin Ekeler said, “and we actually get in the end zone.” Regarding how this offense will succeed this season, at least until rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels finds his rhythm or the …

6 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders pushing for more as Giants come to town: ‘The standard is the standard’

New York Times

ASHBURN, Va. — Four days after the Washington Commanders’ season-opening loss at Tampa Bay, offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury had yet to move past “one of the worst plays I’ve ever called.” Trailing on the road by 23 points deep into the fourth quarter, comeback hopes were unrealistic. There were positives, of course, like, as Kingsbury noted on Thursday, Daniels’ “competitive …

6 months, 3 weeks ago

The Washington Commanders’ defense is off to a rough start to the NFL season

Associated Press

While Jayden Daniels will be the focal point of the Washington Commanders’ season, their revamped defense did the rookie quarterback and the rest of the team no favors in a rough start to the season. “If you a 50/50 contested ball and they go up and get it, that’s football,” coach Dan Quinn said on a video call with reporters …

7 months ago

Commanders win offseason with front-office and draft additions, anonymous NFL agents say

New York Times

The Washington Commanders had one of the best offseasons in the NFL, according to the league’s agents. I do not see immediate success, but adding the required building blocks has begun.” GO DEEPER NFL agent survey: 31 reps on best organizations, Mahomes' value and Dak's next deal Why the front office needed changes Cutdown day, when teams need to trim …

7 months ago

Commanders turn to Jayden Daniels to quarterback a new era for Washington football

Associated Press

WASHINGTON COMMANDERS EXPECTATIONS: It is a whole new era for Washington football, with rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels at the forefront. Daniels’ success depends not just on his ability to adjust to the NFL, but a rebuilt offensive line’s ability to keep him upright and the options around him beyond elite receiver Terry McLaurin. NEW FACES: Daniels, Quinn, Wagner, QB Marcus …

1 year, 4 months ago

Commanders predictions at NFL midseason: Sam Howell’s future, Allen-Payne tandem

New York Times

Last year’s mission impossible involved making predictions about the consistently inconsistent Washington Commanders over the second half of the season. Their presence bolsters the entire defense — even when their in-game statistics suggest otherwise — and keeps the line as a strength following the trades of the talented defensive ends before last week’s deadline. Our midseason All-Rookie Team Sunday’s game …

1 year, 5 months ago

Commanders’ 5th loss in 6 games exposes flaws in their makeup, especially on defense

Associated Press

When much of the chatter after the Washington Commanders’ latest loss was about whether Chase Young or Montez Sweat — or both — had played his final game for the team, the pass rushers were eager to deflect the trade talk to football. “There’s enough potential in that locker room to be a better football team,” coach Ron Rivera said. …

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