Commanders free-agency tracker: A look at Washington’s signings, trades and cuts
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Commanders free-agency tracker: A look at Washington’s signings, trades and cuts

New York Times  

Welcome to where “here we go again,” a “brave new world” and our constantly updated Washington Commanders’ 2024 free agency/offseason tracker collide. Commanders sign All-Pro LB Bobby Wagner to one-year deal Wagner, a six-time first-team All-Pro and nine-time Pro Bowler, is joining Washington on a one-year deal, a team source confirmed with The Athletic. March 12 Commanders agree to deal with safety Jeremy Chinn Washington has agreed to sign the former Panthers safety on a one-year deal worth up to $5.1 million, a league source confirmed to The Athletic. 2 and 3 March 11 Commanders agree to sign G Nick Allegretti to three-year deal The Commanders’ reshaping of their offensive line continued on Monday by agreeing to terms with former Chiefs guard Nick Allegretti on a three-year, $16 million deal, a league source confirmed to The Athletic. — Ben Standig March 11, 2024 Commanders agree to terms with C Tyler Biadasz The Commanders addressed their shaky offensive line on the first day of the league’s legal tampering period by agreeing to terms with former Dallas Cowboys center Tyler Biadasz, a league source confirmed.

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Why the Washington Commanders Are the Most Exciting Team in the NFL
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Why the Washington Commanders Are the Most Exciting Team in the NFL

Bloomberg  

It’s a good time to be a football fan in Washington, DC. They’re 7-2, which is the most wins they’ve had through nine games since 1996 and good enough for first place in their division. With the second selection in this year’s draft, the Commanders picked quarterback Jayden Daniels from Louisiana State University, who’s had one of the best NFL …

Commanders Acquire Pro Bowl CB Marshon Lattimore in Trade Deadline Deal
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Commanders Acquire Pro Bowl CB Marshon Lattimore in Trade Deadline Deal

Associated Press  

The Washington Commanders acquire four-time Pro Bowl cornerback Marshon Lattimore from the New Orleans Saints in a trade deadline deal. Lattimore provides an instant upgrade on defense for the Commanders, who are off to a 7-2 start to the season and looked to add to augment their unexpected playoff aspirations.

With Commanders off to surprising start, how aggressive should they be on trade market?
2 months, 2 weeks ago

With Commanders off to surprising start, how aggressive should they be on trade market?

New York Times  

ASHBURN, Va. — The discussion of whether the Washington Commanders should be aggressive buyers at the trade deadline is at least two weeks premature. GO DEEPER What I’m seeing from the Commanders: Jayden Daniels has offense humming through 4 weeks Trade speculation involving Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams dominated headlines this week, and that will continue until a …

Washington Commanders’ new regime continues purging remnants from Ron Rivera’s time in charge
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Washington Commanders’ new regime continues purging remnants from Ron Rivera’s time in charge

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Minutes before leaving the team facility prior to the Washington Commanders’ first practice after cutdown day, general manager Adam Peters made one more trade. Peters and new coach Dan Quinn downplayed so thoroughly cleaning house, a process that included cutting five of the seven members of the Rivera’s final draft class last year, but the roster turnover …

Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels is the focus of Washington Commanders training camp
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels is the focus of Washington Commanders training camp

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Jayden Daniels insists he is just a rookie, not yet a star quarterback. With all that in mind, Daniels is undoubtedly the focal point of Washington Commanders training camp that opened Wednesday, with all eyes on the 2023 Heisman Trophy winner out of LSU who instantly became the face of the reinvigorated franchise when he was taken …

Commanders 2024 NFL Draft takeaways: Jayden Daniels, value adds, remaining needs
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Commanders 2024 NFL Draft takeaways: Jayden Daniels, value adds, remaining needs

New York Times  

Nine selections, nine different positions. The picks Round Pick Name Position School 1 2 Jayden Daniels QB LSU 2 36 Johnny Newton DT Illinois 2 50 Mike Sainristil CB Michigan 2 53 Ben Sinnott TE Kansas State 3 67 Brandon Coleman OT TCU 3 100 Luke McCaffrey WR Rice 5 139 Jordan Magee LB Temple 5 161 Dominique Hampton S …

Commanders re-signing offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas, AP source says
9 months ago

Commanders re-signing offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas, AP source says

Associated Press  

Cornelius Lucas is returning to the Washington Commanders, one of a handful of carryovers coming back as the team remakes the offensive line and the roster as a whole. He’s the fourth player brought back from the previous regime, joining safety and 2022 All-Pro special teams player Jeremy Reaves, punt returner Jamison Crowder and defensive end Efe Obada. The Commanders …

Commanders sign cornerback Michael Davis, who joins Chargers teammate Austin Ekeler in Washington
9 months ago

Commanders sign cornerback Michael Davis, who joins Chargers teammate Austin Ekeler in Washington

Associated Press  

The Washington Commanders signed cornerback Michael Davis to a one-year contract Monday, adding another player from the Los Angeles Chargers along with running back Austin Ekeler. “I know that Dan Quinn likes bigger corners — bigger and faster and taller corners — and I’m that.” Davis replaces Kendall Fuller, who left to sign a $16.5 million, two-year contract with the …

Analysis: Eagles, Bucs, Packers and Commanders earn highest free agency grades; Cowboys get only F
9 months, 1 week ago

Analysis: Eagles, Bucs, Packers and Commanders earn highest free agency grades; Cowboys get only F

Associated Press  

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. BALTIMORE RAVENS: B Added four-time Pro Bowl running back Derrick Henry and re-signed defensive tackle Justin Madubuike, wide receiver Nelson Agholor and linebacker Malik Harrison. JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS: B Signed Morse, Davis, wide receiver Devin Duvernay, cornerback Ronald Darby and defensive tackle Arik Armstead. MIAMI DOLPHINS: B Signed …

Seahawks acquiring QB Sam Howell in a trade with the Commanders
9 months, 1 week ago

Seahawks acquiring QB Sam Howell in a trade with the Commanders

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Sam Howell is going to the Seattle Seahawks, a move that gives them a quarterback with experience to pair with starter Geno Smith and upgrades the Washington Commanders’ draft capital. Seattle is getting Howell and fourth- and sixth-round picks from Washington for third- and fifth-rounders, in a trade completed Thursday and announced by the teams, pending a physical. …

NFL teams scramble to catch K.C. as free agency begins -- but the Chiefs aren’t standing still
9 months, 1 week ago

NFL teams scramble to catch K.C. as free agency begins -- but the Chiefs aren’t standing still

Associated Press  

Calvin Ridley is heading to the Tennessee Titans, the highlight of the official start of free agency Wednesday when teams began reshaping their rosters in a quest to unseat the two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs. Also Wednesday, the Washington Commanders continued rebuilding their defense by luring six-time Pro Bowl linebacker Bobby Wagner from Seattle, and Joe Flacco is headed …

Commanders are signing 6-time All-Pro linebacker Bobby Wagner, AP sources say
9 months, 1 week ago

Commanders are signing 6-time All-Pro linebacker Bobby Wagner, AP sources say

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Bobby Wagner is going to the Washington Commanders as they make a major splash in rebuilding their defense. I’m around.” Signing Wagner is one of many changes new general manager Adam Peters is making after going into free agency with the most salary cap space in the league. Also coming are running back Austin Ekeler, veteran backup quarterback …

Commanders agree to sign quarterback Marcus Mariota to a 1-year deal, AP source says
9 months, 1 week ago

Commanders agree to sign quarterback Marcus Mariota to a 1-year deal, AP source says

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Marcus Mariota is going to the Washington Commanders. “Building a team is a 365-day-a-year job, so whatever they do today may not be the final verdict come Sept. 10 or whenever the first game is.” Another person familiar with the situation said the Commanders agreed to a one-year contract with defensive end Clelin Ferrell. A third person said …

Commanders agree on a 2-year deal with running back Austin Ekeler, AP source says
9 months, 1 week ago

Commanders agree on a 2-year deal with running back Austin Ekeler, AP source says

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Austin Ekeler is going coast to coast to join the Washington Commanders. Bringing him in gives the retooling Commanders a one-two backfield punch of Ekeler and Brian Robinson Jr. Ekeler wasn’t the only deal new general manager Adam Peters got done after the NFL’s negotiating period for free agents began at noon EDT. Armed with the most cap …

Commanders reportedly agree to deal with C Tyler Biadasz, adding a Pro Bowler to O-line
9 months, 1 week ago

Commanders reportedly agree to deal with C Tyler Biadasz, adding a Pro Bowler to O-line

New York Times  

The Washington Commanders addressed their shaky offensive line on the first day of the league’s legal tampering period by agreeing to terms with former Dallas Cowboys center Tyler Biadasz, according to reports. GO DEEPER Commanders free-agency tracker: Austin Ekeler, Frankie Luvu agree to deals on Day 1 2024 impact: The Commanders are positioned to select a quarterback with the second …

Washington Commanders are signing veteran tight end Zach Ertz, AP sources say
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Washington Commanders are signing veteran tight end Zach Ertz, AP sources say

Associated Press  

The Washington Commanders are signing veteran tight end Zach Ertz, two people with knowledge of the move told The Associated Press. A Super Bowl champion with Philadelphia, Ertz returns to the NFC East as the first big addition for new Commanders general manager Adam Peters. Ertz replaces Logan Thomas, who was released last week along with two offensive linemen: starting …

Commanders enter free agency with much to ponder: What’s the plan for Sam Howell?
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders enter free agency with much to ponder: What’s the plan for Sam Howell?

New York Times  

There’s more to say about the Washington Commanders at the annual NFL Scouting Combine. Some will select a prospect in April’s draft but seek an experienced passer to help burp the kid through expected rookie ups and downs, as Jacoby Brissett did for Howell last season. Bears — rookie, veteran Broncos — rookie, Jarrett Stidham Buccaneers — FA, Kyle Trask …

Commanders signing TE Zach Ertz on 1-year, $5 million deal, per sources: How he fits in Washington
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders signing TE Zach Ertz on 1-year, $5 million deal, per sources: How he fits in Washington

New York Times  

The Washington Commanders swapped out one older tight end for another. Zach Ertz, a former starter for the Philadelphia Eagles and Arizona Cardinals, agreed to a one-year contract with the Commanders, team and league sources confirmed to The Athletic on Wednesday. Injuries slowed the three-time Pro Bowl selection in recent years, including a 2023 quad issue that limited him to …

Commanders release starting left tackle Charles Leno and tight end Logan Thomas
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Commanders release starting left tackle Charles Leno and tight end Logan Thomas

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The roster overhaul has begun for the Washington Commanders. They released starting left tackle Charles Leno and tight end Logan Thomas on Friday, moving on from two veterans in their 30s as the new regime led by recently hired general manager Adam Peters puts its stamp on the organization. Cutting Leno and Thomas saves the Commanders nearly $13 …

Commanders march toward revamped roster by releasing Charles Leno, Logan Thomas
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Commanders march toward revamped roster by releasing Charles Leno, Logan Thomas

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — Quarterback remains the Commanders’ main priority this offseason. The release of Charles Leno Jr. means a strong case can be made for the left tackle position being Washington’s next top need. https://t.co/NVHHDm3GE8 — Ben Standig March 1, 2024 Thomas, 32, caught 55 passes for 496 yards and four touchdowns last season after having 57 total receptions during two …

Ranking Commanders’ top free agents: Will Kam Curl, Curtis Samuel be re-signed?
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Ranking Commanders’ top free agents: Will Kam Curl, Curtis Samuel be re-signed?

New York Times  

There’s a reason the Washington Commanders enter the offseason with a league-high $73.6 million in salary-cap space. GO DEEPER Commanders feel they hired 'the right leader' in new GM Adam Peters Quinn coached six games against Washington during his three seasons as the Dallas Cowboys’ defensive coordinator. Samuel’s speed and quickness would be dangerous in Kliff Kingsbury’s scheme that Quinn …

Seahawks 2024 offseason: Possible cuts, pending free agents, draft picks, more
11 months ago

Seahawks 2024 offseason: Possible cuts, pending free agents, draft picks, more

New York Times  

John Schneider appears to have very little interest in a rebuild, so the Seattle Seahawks general manager will spend the next few months tinkering with the roster in hopes of constructing a championship-caliber unit by the start of the 2024 season. GO DEEPER John Schneider's vision for the next Seahawks coach: Culture and championship contention Potential cap casualties S Jamal …

Rivera will stick with Howell as Commanders’ QB despite Brissett’s big 4th quarter against Rams
1 year ago

Rivera will stick with Howell as Commanders’ QB despite Brissett’s big 4th quarter against Rams

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Jacoby Brissett provided a spark that the Washington Commanders’ offense has been lacking the past few weeks. Despite that, coach Ron Rivera said after Sunday’s 28-20 loss to the Los Angeles Rams that Sam Howell will remain the starting quarterback. “In a situation with their ears pulled back like that, I didn’t want to see anything crazy.” …

Grading the Leonard Williams trade: Seahawks pay Giants hefty price for impact DL
1 year, 1 month ago

Grading the Leonard Williams trade: Seahawks pay Giants hefty price for impact DL

New York Times  

The Seattle Seahawks and New York Giants have orchestrated the first major move of 2023 NFL trade deadline week. The Giants also retained a significant portion of Williams’ salary, so the Seahawks are responsible for only the balance of the veteran minimum. The Seahawks have 26 sacks, which ranks fifth in the NFL, but general manager John Schneider and head …

Chiefs GM hopeful that All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones reports by opener next week
1 year, 3 months ago

Chiefs GM hopeful that All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones reports by opener next week

Associated Press  

— The Kansas City Chiefs have picked up communication with Chris Jones and his representatives in recent days, and general manager Brett Veach is optimistic the All-Pro defensive tackle will be on the field when the Super Bowl champions kick off the NFL regular season against Detroit next week. “We’re just going to keep working on this thing,” Veach said …

Wright is set to initially remain with the Commanders after Harris group takes over, AP source says
1 year, 5 months ago

Wright is set to initially remain with the Commanders after Harris group takes over, AP source says

Associated Press  

Jason Wright is expected to retain his job as president of the Washington Commanders, at least initially, after Josh Harris’ group takes over, a person with knowledge of the situation said. It’s expected that he’ll be an important part of the transition between Dan Snyder and new ownership that also includes Magic Johnson. That would be in line with Harris’ …

Commanders 2023 NFL Draft takeaways: Defense adds juice, but was the value enough?
1 year, 7 months ago

Commanders 2023 NFL Draft takeaways: Defense adds juice, but was the value enough?

New York Times  

ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Commanders arrived at the 2023 NFL Draft with obvious needs. Follow the draft live | Top undrafted free agents Commanders tracker: Analysis on every pick Grades for Days 1 and 2: Round 1 | Rounds 2-3 Brugler: “Henry isn’t the biggest or fastest and isn’t built to be an every-down impact player in the NFL, …

AP source: NFL now reviewing Commanders sale agreement
1 year, 8 months ago

AP source: NFL now reviewing Commanders sale agreement

Associated Press  

The NFL is now reviewing the sale agreement of the Washington Commanders, according to a person with knowledge of the situation. A group led by Josh Harris and Mitchell Rales that includes Magic Johnson agreed in principle last week to buy the team from longtime owner Dan Snyder for $6.05 billion. There’s no definitive timetable for when the sale could …

What’s next for sale of NFL’s Washington Commanders?
1 year, 8 months ago

What’s next for sale of NFL’s Washington Commanders?

Associated Press  

Dan Snyder has an agreement in principle to sell the Washington Commanders to a group led by Josh Harris and Mitchell Rales that includes Magic Johnson for a North American professional sports team record $6.05 billion. Harris, 58, is best known in sports for owning the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers and NHL’s New Jersey Devils along with partner David Blitzer and …

Billionaires reportedly lining up to enter bids to purchase Washington Commanders
1 year, 8 months ago

Billionaires reportedly lining up to enter bids to purchase Washington Commanders

LA Times  

Reports say Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder and wife, Tanya Snyder, have been receiving bids from parties interested in buying their team. “If there’s a sale, they will notify us and we will proceed on that one.” Speculation about new owners has been percolating since November, when Daniel and Tanya Snyder announced they had hired Bank of America to begin …

LB Bobby Wagner to sign with Seahawks: Why the reunion makes sense on and off the field
1 year, 8 months ago

LB Bobby Wagner to sign with Seahawks: Why the reunion makes sense on and off the field

New York Times  

Bobby Wagner is back. Wagner’s one-year deal is reportedly worth $7 million, which puts him in the neighborhood of several other veteran linebacker deals this offseason. When Wagner last played for the Seahawks in 2021, he was among Seattle’s best run defenders, along with Diggs and safety Jamal Adams, who’s six months removed from surgery to repair a ruptured quadriceps …

How the Seahawks’ free-agency moves could affect their NFL Draft plans
1 year, 9 months ago

How the Seahawks’ free-agency moves could affect their NFL Draft plans

New York Times  

Seattle’s 2023 draft board will be shaped in part by the moves that general manager John Schneider and coach Pete Carroll make in free agency. Seahawks tracker: Following every deal Big Board: Current best available free agents Follow live: NFL Free Agency deals tracker Grades: Assessing every major agreement A full rundown of Seattle’s transactions can be found here. Before …

AP source: Commanders signing veteran QB Jacoby Brissett
1 year, 9 months ago

AP source: Commanders signing veteran QB Jacoby Brissett

Associated Press  

Jacoby Brissett has agreed to terms with the Washington Commanders on a one-year contract worth $10 million with $8 million guaranteed, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. Brissett threw for 2,608 yards, 12 touchdowns and six interceptions last season with Cleveland Browns, starting 11 games for them while Deshaun Watson served his suspension for violating the league’s …

AP source: Commanders, DT Payne agree on $90M, 4-year deal
1 year, 9 months ago

AP source: Commanders, DT Payne agree on $90M, 4-year deal

Associated Press  

The Washington Commanders are keeping Daron Payne around, thanks to the second-biggest contract for a defensive tackle behind only seven-time All-Pro Aaron Donald. But even after drafting another Crimson Tide defensive tackle, Phidarian Mathis, in the second round last year as a potential replacement, letting Payne walk was not an option. This was the first year he really was finishing …

Updated NFL free agency rankings: Lamar Jackson, Orlando Brown headline top 150
1 year, 9 months ago

Updated NFL free agency rankings: Lamar Jackson, Orlando Brown headline top 150

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of NFL free agency with all the latest news, deals and trades. Patrick Peterson, CB, Vikings Update: Agreed to two-year, $14 million deal with Steelers Peterson was unequivocally Minnesota’s most reliable cornerback last season and he was one off the league lead with five interceptions. — Boyd Update: Agreed to two-year, $12 million deal with …

Commanders go into offseason that could bring new owner, QB
1 year, 11 months ago

Commanders go into offseason that could bring new owner, QB

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Missing the NFL playoffs and searching for a starting quarterback is a familiar position in Washington. Dan Snyder could sell the team he has owned since 1999, and while Ron Rivera’s job as coach and head of football operations is likely safe, the next few months are expected to bring changes from the top down following the …

Dan and Tanya Snyder hire firm to explore sale of Commanders
2 years, 1 month ago

Dan and Tanya Snyder hire firm to explore sale of Commanders

Associated Press  

After repeatedly saying he would never consider giving up the football team he rooted for as a child and has owned for more than two decades, Dan Snyder and wife Tanya have taken the first step toward selling the Washington Commanders. The team announced the surprising decision Wednesday that the Snyders hired Bank of America Securities to “consider potential transactions.” …

Commanders post-draft notes: Did Washington reach too much? How did others view Jahan Dotson?
2 years, 7 months ago

Commanders post-draft notes: Did Washington reach too much? How did others view Jahan Dotson?

New York Times  

“Whatever you pay, that’s what you think the value is.” That’s not a quote from some 1990s economist during the Beanie Babies fad or some Elon Musk explanation about why the world’s richest man seeks to purchase Twitter. Dane Brugler’s class rankings: Commanders at 21 Sheil Kapadia’s draft grades: Commanders get C+ “People are making projections about where they expect …

Commanders draft Sam Howell: UNC QB provides upside behind Carson Wentz
2 years, 7 months ago

Commanders draft Sam Howell: UNC QB provides upside behind Carson Wentz

New York Times  

NFL Draft 2022 tracker: Live blog and pick-by-pick analysis Ron Rivera told The Athletic before the NFL Scouting Combine that he expected three quarterbacks on the roster, including a rookie. That view held firm even after trading for Carson Wentz, as the Washington Commanders selected North Carolina quarterback Sam Howell with the 144th pick in the NFL Draft on Saturday. …

After trading for Wentz, Commanders limited in free agency
2 years, 9 months ago

After trading for Wentz, Commanders limited in free agency

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON COMMANDERS UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: RG Brandon Scherff, S Landon Collins, DT Tim Settle, OT Cornelius Lucas, RB J.D. McKissic, CB Darryl Roberts, DB Bobby McCain, WR DeAndre Carter, WR Cam Sims, WR Adam Humphries, TE Ricky Seals-Jones, LB Jon Bostic, LB Jared Norris, OL Tyler Larsen, CB Danny Johnson, DB Troy Apke, K Joey Slye RESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: QB …

NFL free agency signing grades: Bucs, Antonio Brown like fit with new deal
3 years, 7 months ago

NFL free agency signing grades: Bucs, Antonio Brown like fit with new deal

New York Times  

With NFL free agency beginning March 17, this is where you can find analysis of every noteworthy deal that is signed. Grade: B March 26 The Ravens’ one-year deal with Sammy Watkins The Ravens are signing wide receiver Sammy Watkins to a one-year, $5 million deal, a source confirmed to The Athletic’s Jeff Zrebiec. Grade: C The Broncos’ one-year deal …

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