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Marcus Mariota must take a page out of Jacoby Brissett’s book

Marcus Mariota has already proven he can be more than a traditional backup quarterback for the Washington Commanders. Now, he should make sure his bank account reflects it.

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Commanders' Dan Quinn makes strong statement about Jayden Daniels' status for Colts game

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Commanders get back on track and 2 other Week 4 NFL bold predictions

Three weeks into the 2026 NFL season and we have already seen some shocks. That includes a pair of playoff teams from a year ago still looking for their first victory of this season.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 1

Washington’s Offensive Line Has Quietly Defied Its Biggest Concern — Commanders Daily

The Washington Commanders entered this season with legitimate concerns about their offensive line. Laremy Tunsil's triceps injury forced them to shift Brandon Coleman over to left tackle, which in turn forced them to start Chris Paul at left guard.

Jayden Daniels News / Field Level Media / October 1

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels (elbow) may start vs. Colts in London

Jayden Daniels' dislocated left elbow appears to be healing quicker than expected. The Washington Commanders quarterback, who missed last week's 33-31 upset win over Seattle after being injured in a Week 2 loss at Dallas, traveled with the team to London ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Indianapolis Colts.

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NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / September 30

3 Colts Players Who Could Give the Commanders Problems in Week 4

For the first time since the regular season began, the vibes around the Washington Commanders are finally up. They're coming off a Week 3 win over the

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 30

NFC Notes: Austin Ekeler, John Harbaugh, Commanders, Cowboys, Giants

Commanders HC Dan Quinn said QB Jayden Daniels, LB Frankie Luvu, and TE Chig Okonkwo will all travel to London for practice in some capacity this week.

Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / September 30

The Commanders Free Agent that No One Expected to Have Such a Powerful Impact

The Commanders roster is full of players that deserve shoutouts following their Week 3 win against the Seattle Seahawks, but cornerback Amik Robertson had himself an exceptionally strong game.

Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / September 30

Commanders Injury Update: The Two High-Impact Players That Did Not Travel to London

The Commanders are beaming with confidence after an exhilarating upset against the defending Super Bowl champion, Seattle Seahawks. Unfortunately, they’ll have to try and replicate the success without two of their star players.

Charles Snowden News / DC Sports King / September 30

Hometown Edge Rusher Charles Snowden Could Supercharge the Washington Commanders Defense

The Washington Commanders made a quiet but highly strategic roster move this week, signing outside linebacker Charles Snowden to their practice squad. For the DMV region, it is a homecoming: Snowden is a Silver Spring native and a St.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / September 30

Commanders Might Have Found Their Next O-Line Anchor

Josh Conerly Jr. started all 17 games for the Washington Commanders as a rookie and has the distinction of being the only Commanders offensive starter to play every snap in 2025.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Washington Commanders News / Field Level Media / September 30

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels practices in limited capacity

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels returned to practice Wednesday in a limited capacity, his first action since dislocating his left elbow in Week 2.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 30

Commanders HC makes strong statement about Daniels' status

Commanders' Dan Quinn makes strong statement about Jayden Daniels' status for Colts game

Daniels hasn't played since he suffered a dislocated left elbow in Week 2 of the campaign back on Sept. 20.

Adam Schefter reveals when Jayden Daniels will need elbow surgery

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Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 30

What Commanders’ Marcus Mariota said about Jayden Daniels possibly playing Week 4 after practice return

The Washington Commanders are currently gearing up for their upcoming matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, which will take place on Sunday. The Commanders are coming off a surprising home win over the Seattle Seahawks, with Marcus Mariota turning back the clock as he started in place of the injured Jayden Daniels.

Jayden Daniels News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 30

2 players ruled out for Commanders-Colts game in London, but Jayden Daniels isn’t 1 of them

Washington Commanders star quarterback Jayden Daniels remains uncertain for the team’s upcoming game as he continues working his way back from an elbow injury.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / September 30

Commanders hit with a double loss ahead of London game against Colts, but the major question is still looming for Washington

Washington will be without a pair of key contributors on Sunday, with the quarterback situation with Jayden Daniels offering a more encouraging sign heading into the overseas matchup.

Austin Ekeler News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 29

Commanders Officially Sign Austin Ekeler, Place Two On IR

The Washington Commanders announced they have officially signed RB Austin Ekeler to the roster. They also placed LB Leo Chenal on injured reserve and LB Marvin Jones on the practice squad injured list. Ekeler, 30, went undrafted out of Western State in 2017.

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The 'Most 1K-yard seasons by team' quiz

How many of the players with the most 1,000-receiving-yard NFL seasons for each franchise can you name in five minutes?

Washington Commanders News / Larry Brown Sports / September 29

Adam Schefter reveals when Jayden Daniels will need elbow surgery

Right now, Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels might not need elbow surgery, but it seems he won’t be able to put it off for too long. On Tuesday, ESPN insider Adam Schefter said Daniels will likely undergo surgery following the 2026 campaign.

Amik Robertson News / Washington Commanders on SI / September 29

Washington Put More on Amik Robertson Against Seattle — Commanders Daily

The Washington Commanders' defensive unit entered Week 3 looking for a spark, something to light the fire that defensive coordinator Daronte Jones has instilled in those men since the offseason program began.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 28

Top rookie performers from NFL Week 3

The top NFL rookies are starting to feel more comfortable in the big leagues, and that led to a few standout performances in Week 3. Let's break down the most impressive rookie performances from Sunday's slate.

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Vintage Marcus Mariota performance helps Commanders stun Seahawks

Cowboys coaching staff's massive mistake allowed Ravens to beat them

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