The Commanders split apart on the field Sunday, continuing an ill-timed reversal of fortune
4 months ago

The Commanders split apart on the field Sunday, continuing an ill-timed reversal of fortune

New York Times  

— For about 30 seconds, we were all wondering who would sing “The Ballad of Jayden Daniels,” weren’t we? So Austin Seibert’s kick that would have forced an improbable tie with the Dallas Cowboys — after Daniels somehow sent Terry McLaurin on his way for a ridiculous 86-yard touchdown pass with 21 seconds remaining — flew wide left. In the opener at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Daniels held the ball a little too long; against the Eagles, Saquon Barkley wore down the Commanders’ D. But Dallas stuffed Washington’s ground game all day — especially after Brian Robinson Jr. sprained his ankle in the first quarter — took away McLaurin until the very end and put consistent pressure on Daniels. Washington’s two touchdown drives in the last three minutes of play came against soft Dallas coverages — well, actually, the second one came against no coverage at all. And it was definitely the first time this season that Washington’s special teams, despite blocking a field goal attempt and a punt in the first half, completely came unglued.

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Commanders made this Washington’s best season in decades even after getting routed in NFC title game
2 months ago

Commanders made this Washington’s best season in decades even after getting routed in NFC title game

Associated Press  

After his Washington Commanders got blown out by Philadelphia in the NFC championship game, coach Dan Quinn told his players there would be plenty of time later to discuss missed opportunities and what went wrong. Quinn and the Commanders created Washington’s best season in more than three decades, exceeding all expectations by winning 14 games, including two in the playoffs. …

‘The floor has risen’: Commanders looking ahead as they work through season-ending pain
2 months ago

‘The floor has risen’: Commanders looking ahead as they work through season-ending pain

New York Times  

ASHBURN, Va. — Losing the NFC Championship Game means control is now out of the Washington Commanders’ hands. “This locker room will not be the same next year no matter what,” said left guard Nick Allegretti following Sunday’s 55-23 road loss to the Super Bowl-bound Philadelphia Eagles. “I think if we’re gonna take away a lesson … the biggest one …

The Commanders are a win away from the Super Bowl. Let that marinate for a bit
2 months, 1 week ago

The Commanders are a win away from the Super Bowl. Let that marinate for a bit

New York Times  

DETROIT — This was last Tuesday, at Commanders Park. And Washington’s offensive line, even after losing Pro Bowl guard Sam Cosmi in the first half to a knee injury, was damn near flawless under the most trying of circumstances. I’ve been working my butt off all year to try and get better running after the catch, and it showed up.” …

Commanders players who went through Washington ‘darkness’ savor the chance to take part in playoffs
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Commanders players who went through Washington ‘darkness’ savor the chance to take part in playoffs

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Tress Way does not like using the word “darkness” to describe the losing he has endured over the past decade as Washington’s longest-tenured player because of the fun he has had along the way. “Everybody from the head down has been doing everything to just along that process of whatever it was going to take for us …

Washington Commanders complete a turnaround from 4-13 to making the playoffs behind Jayden Daniels
2 months, 4 weeks 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. …

Commanders keep playing wild and wacky games. They’ve gotten better at winning them
3 months ago

Commanders keep playing wild and wacky games. They’ve gotten better at winning them

Associated Press  

— For the second time this season, the Washington Commanders gave up points in the final two minutes of regulation and came back to win on a last-gasp touchdown. “I think we just believe in one another,” said six-time All-Pro linebacker Bobby Wagner, a Super Bowl champion in Seattle who’s in his first season with Washington. “We’ll get that cleaned …

Cowboys shock Commanders after chaotic 41-point fourth quarter: Key takeaways
4 months ago

Cowboys shock Commanders after chaotic 41-point fourth quarter: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Ben Standig, Jon Machota, Saad Yousuf and Chris Licata The Dallas Cowboys outlasted the Washington Commanders during a chaotic second half on Sunday, winning 34-26 at Northwest Stadium after entering as double-digit underdogs. — Ben Standig, Commanders senior writer Cowboys overcome extremely sloppy first half The first half might’ve been the worst half of football I’ve ever watched. — …

Commanders have issues on each side of the ball after losing back-to-back games to fall to 7-4
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders have issues on each side of the ball after losing back-to-back games to fall to 7-4

Associated Press  

Leading at halftime for a second consecutive game against an opponent that looks playoff-bound, the Washington Commanders were doing a lot of things right, especially on defense at Philadelphia. “We just weren’t playing our game,” said running back Brian Robinson Jr., who ran 16 times for 63 yards and a TD in his return from missing two games with a …

Why the Washington Commanders Are the Most Exciting Team in the NFL
4 months, 3 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 turn to Jayden Daniels to quarterback a new era for Washington football
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 …

Washington Commanders camp opens with plenty of new faces on and off the field
8 months ago

Washington Commanders camp opens with plenty of new faces on and off the field

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Nearly everything about the Washington Commanders is new. When training camp opens Wednesday, new coach Dan Quinn will oversee a team almost totally remade by new general manager Adam Peters. “But you only get one first shot with a whole new group, and we’re not going to miss that shot.” Not missing starts with Daniels, the 2023 …

Ten reasons for Commanders fans to be thankful amid another lost season
1 year, 4 months ago

Ten reasons for Commanders fans to be thankful amid another lost season

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Commanders vs Cowboys in the NFL Thanksgiving game. ASHBURN, Va. — ‘Tis the season for giving thanks, even if fans of the 4-7 Washington Commanders aren’t feeling optimistic. Washington didn’t spend wildly on free agents Other than re-signing defensive tackle Daron Payne, the Commanders were relatively frugal last offseason. Is that high enough to …

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

Commanders’ 5th loss in 6 games exposes flaws in their makeup, especially on defense
1 year, 4 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. …

The Commanders gave up more than 30 points again. The defense needs to be better against the Bears
1 year, 5 months ago

The Commanders gave up more than 30 points again. The defense needs to be better against the Bears

Associated Press  

Sam Howell quieted some of the criticism he has been getting in recent weeks, even in a loss. I would’ve liked to win the game for us, as well.” Thanks to some much-needed run-pass balance, the Commanders converted 47% of their third-down opportunities, up from 11% against the Bills. Rivera said offensive players were tired and doesn’t think he would’ve …

Mistakes by Commanders in their season-opening win show them they have a lot to work on
1 year, 6 months ago

Mistakes by Commanders in their season-opening win show them they have a lot to work on

Associated Press  

Ron Rivera did not sound like a coach enjoying a comeback win after his Washington Commanders did, in fact, beat the Arizona Cardinals in front of a sellout crowd at home. “We really do appreciate them coming out, and we’ve got to be a better football team for them.” The joy of a celebrating a 20-16 victory and handing Josh …

Commanders’ 53-man roster hopefuls energized, nervous for final preseason game
1 year, 7 months ago

Commanders’ 53-man roster hopefuls energized, nervous for final preseason game

New York Times  

ASHBURN, Va. — Control what you can control. Read: Commanders 53-man roster: First impressions after final cuts “It’s tough mentally,” former Washington tight end Logan Paulsen said of those feelings leading into cutdown day. That’s the NFL.” LIVE: Coach Rivera speaks to the media before Thursday's practice https://t.co/Wjk5J3dDPN — Washington Commanders August 24, 2023 The opinions that matter begin the …

Fans return to Washington Commanders camp to celebrate the team’s ownership change
1 year, 8 months ago

Fans return to Washington Commanders camp to celebrate the team’s ownership change

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Three weeks after Dan Snyder and wife Tanya began exploring selling part or all of the Washington Commanders, Andrew and Laura Potts went to a home game and decided to become season-ticket holders. The couple from Front Royal, Virginia, was in the front row at the first public practice of training camp, with the back of Andrew’s …

Analysis: Party on, Commanders fans! Snyder’s departure is biggest win in 31 years
1 year, 8 months ago

Analysis: Party on, Commanders fans! Snyder’s departure is biggest win in 31 years

Associated Press  

Football fans in the nation’s capital are enjoying their biggest victory since Joe Gibbs’ Hogs won their third Super Bowl 31 years ago. Training camp is next week and the first game is six weeks away,” said Harris, who also co-owns the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers and the NHL’s New Jersey Devils. During the team’s glory days, fans sang “Hail to …

Commanders’ actions must match words, whether offense goes run-first or not
2 years, 2 months ago

Commanders’ actions must match words, whether offense goes run-first or not

New York Times  

Everyone interested in the Washington Commanders knows Ron Rivera’s stated offensive philosophy. Washington’s best stretch in 2021, a four-game winning streak, was led by a steady run game that epitomized the coach’s complementary football fondness. I’ve had success with that, and I believe we had some pretty good success with it.” 🎙️With Ravens insider @jeffzrebiec: Should the Commanders run toward …

Why the Commanders will make the playoffs this season, and why they won’t
2 years, 3 months ago

Why the Commanders will make the playoffs this season, and why they won’t

New York Times  

ASHBURN, Va. — Forget the next-game-up mentality. https://t.co/2IQka25e0i — Ben Standig December 20, 2022 Only reserve offensive lineman Saahdiq Charles received a “did not participate” label in practice last week and for Wednesday’s walk-through. Since Week 5, five of Washington’s 10 games have come down to a pass into the end zone or to the 1-yard line with under a …

Commanders in playoff hunt, following typical Rivera script
2 years, 3 months ago

Commanders in playoff hunt, following typical Rivera script

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “It’s interesting because going back and looking in my past for nine seasons in one spot, we never had the same secondary, and so defensively we were always scrambling to put it together,” Rivera said. “With the way we’re playing right now and, we’re playing pretty …

Aldridge: Commanders aren’t pretty but keep winning. Isn’t that what matters?
2 years, 4 months ago

Aldridge: Commanders aren’t pretty but keep winning. Isn’t that what matters?

New York Times  

— You may hate the Commanders’ quarterback. You may hate the Sean Taylor display the team unveiled on a FedExField concourse Sunday, marking 15 years since the beloved All-Pro safety’s death. Honoring 21 💛 The unveiling of the new Sean Taylor memorial pic.twitter.com/NGTH0l910u — Washington Commanders November 27, 2022 But what you can’t hate, not anymore, is this year’s team. …

Commanders in the playoffs? How viable are their postseason hopes?
2 years, 4 months ago

Commanders in the playoffs? How viable are their postseason hopes?

New York Times  

Yes, Jim Mora, we’re talking about the playoffs. “You just think week-to-week,” Ron Rivera said following Sunday’s 23-10 win at Houston, Washington’s fifth in six games. The defense is dismal — 29th most passing yards allowed per game — but the offense under coach Arthur Smith ranks 12th in Football Outsiders’ DVOA. GO DEEPER Updated NFL playoff picture: Big battles …

Commanders inconsistent but in playoff race at midway point
2 years, 4 months ago

Commanders inconsistent but in playoff race at midway point

Associated Press  

It’s possible the Washington Commanders were one interception by Taylor Heinicke away from beating the Minnesota Vikings. “I like where the guys are: We’re playing physical, we’re running the ball physically,” coach Ron Rivera said Monday. “On top of the world one week and then you feel like everything’s crashing down on you the next.” Heinicke is 2-1 with five …

Washington’s fresh start as Commanders complicated by past
2 years, 6 months ago

Washington’s fresh start as Commanders complicated by past

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — When Washington takes the field Sunday against Jacksonville, the NFL franchise will play a game that counts as the Commanders for the first time. But to me, as a football coach, what I have to do is I’ve got to make this team presentable as a football team on the football field and in the community.” The …

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