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 million in salary cap space, adding to their already abundant spending possibilities. Washington has the second pick in the draft and five in the top 100 with several holes to fill, including at quarterback and replacements for Leno, Thomas and Gates. And so it’s constantly evolving and I don’t think anybody has the magic pill to understand that one.” The entire offensive line could be remade in the coming weeks and months, with Peters and new coach Dan Quinn reshaping all facets of the team.

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Washington Commanders release 2023 first-round pick Emmanuel Forbes
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Washington Commanders release 2023 first-round pick Emmanuel Forbes

Associated Press  

The Washington Commanders released 2023 first-rounder Emmanuel Forbes on Saturday, cutting ties with another high draft pick from the previous regime. All of previous coach Ron Rivera’s first-rounders — including edge rusher Chase Young in 2020, linebacker Jamin Davis in ‘21 and wide receiver Jahan Dotson in ’22 — are now gone. While injuries have piled up as the Commanders …

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 …

Commanders 53-man roster projection: What we learned in preseason win over Patriots
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Commanders 53-man roster projection: What we learned in preseason win over Patriots

New York Times  

Washington Commanders managing partner Josh Harris will leave the decisions about the initial 53-player roster to general manager Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn. “I’m focused on our long-term goals, which is I want to be elite and playing deep into the playoffs or competing for Super Bowls season in and season out,” Harris said before Washington’s 20-10 win …

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 are in line to take a quarterback with the NFL draft’s 2nd pick
8 months ago

Commanders are in line to take a quarterback with the NFL draft’s 2nd pick

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — The previous time Washington had the second pick in the NFL draft, the previous regime passed on taking a quarterback in favor of a pass rusher who as a local product could have been the face of the franchise. Expecting Chicago to take USC’s Caleb Williams with the first pick, the Commanders are expected to draft their …

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 …

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 …

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 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 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 …

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: 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 …

Commanders draft for immediate help except for QB Sam Howell
2 years, 7 months ago

Commanders draft for immediate help except for QB Sam Howell

Associated Press  

ASHBURN, Va. — Sam Howell understands he isn’t expected to start his rookie year in the NFL after the Washington Commanders stopped his slide by taking him in the fifth round of the draft Saturday. “It’s something that we like to see.” The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “I get to go …

Commanders pick up edge rusher Sweat’s fifth-year option
2 years, 7 months ago

Commanders pick up edge rusher Sweat’s fifth-year option

Associated Press  

The Washington Commanders have picked up edge rusher Montez Sweat’s fifth-year option, an expected move that keeps a cornerstone of their defense under contract through the 2023 season. The Mississippi State product has become a key part of Washington’s defensive line along with fellow pass rusher Chase Young and defensive tackles Jonathan Allen and Daron Payne. Washington could replenish its …

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 …

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