Washington Commanders: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / August 1

John Bates’ Injury Opens the Door for Ben Sinnott at Commanders Camp

Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn announced Saturday that tight end John Bates strained his hamstring in Thursday's practice and will miss multiple weeks.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / August 1

Commanders suffer new injury to another key player in training camp, but it opens the door for former second-rounder to make noise

The Commanders have avoided injury for the most part during training camp, but the latest one will keep an important player out of training camp for a bit.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / August 1

Washington 'Continues Monitoring Stefon Diggs' as WR Options Narrow — Commanders Daily

The Washington Commanders' closed walkthrough practice on Friday produced no new information from the field, but a brief update on their search for another receiver gave some away.

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Washington Commanders News / Stadium Rant / August 1

Washington Commanders’ Training Camp Is Officially Underway

With 46 days until the Washington Commanders’ 2026-27 regular season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles, day one of the Commanders’ training camp has concluded with multiple stories to bookmark.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / July 31

Three Commanders Rookies That Can Impact the Offense in Week 1

Using their first-round pick on Sonny Styles was a no-brainer when the seventh overall pick rolled around to Washington. However, the offensive players the team drafted in the later rounds could make more of an impact than meets the eye.

Jayden Daniels News / Washington Commanders on SI / July 31

Commanders Madden 27 Ratings: Jayden Daniels Lands at 80 Overall

EA Sports recently released the complete Madden NFL 27 launch ratings, giving Commanders fans their first glimpse of how the game evaluates Washington's revamped roster.

Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / July 31

Sonny Styles Is Chasing Leo Chenal for the Commanders Green Dot in Camp

After spending a first-round pick on Sonny Styles and giving Leo Chenal a nearly $25 million contract, we already knew the competition would be fierce for Dan Quinn and first-year defensive coordinator Daronte Jones.

Dan Quinn News / A to Z Sports / July 31

Dan Quinn reveals how he plans to unleash Commanders’ $30 million ‘matchup nightmare’ on the rest of the NFL

The Commanders offense is an unknown, yet exciting product with Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin leading the way. There’s a newcomer, however, that can make the unit even more effective than it looks on paper.

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The '2021 1K-yard NFL receivers' quiz

How many of the 26 players to reach 1,000 receiving yards in the 2021 NFL season can you name in five minutes?

Washington Commanders News / HITC / July 31

‘He switches’ – Jayden Daniels explains change he’s noticed in Tom Brady during broadcast meetings

Jayden Daniels is preparing for his third season in the NFL and he’s got the legendary Tom Brady as a sounding board to use to his advantage. The 25-year-old will be hoping for an injury-free season, having missed 10 games in his opening two seasons due to various issues.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / July 31

Commanders’ new veteran addition is already making plays in training camp and he’s pushing a young player down the depth chart

The cornerback position is a major question mark and that’s why Rasul Douglas is in town. He’s already making plays just two days into Commanders training camp.

Deebo Samuel News / Larry Brown Sports / July 31

Deebo Samuel signs with a surprise team in free agency

Deebo Samuel is having his storybook moment. The veteran receiver Samuel is reuniting with the San Francisco 49ers as a free agent, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported on Thursday.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / July 30

49ers get much-needed WR help with Deebo Samuel reunion

After one year away and injuries already piling up for the 49ers, the two sides are reuniting with Samuel reportedly returning.

49ers WR Ricky Pearsall's season could be in jeopardy before it even begins

Brock Purdy reveals why Raheem Morris' new 49ers defense is already causing problems

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan takes responsibility for recent car crash

Stefon Diggs might finally sign with his new NFL team

The '10 or more touchdowns in 2021' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 30

Buccaneers risk repeating Washington's costly Kirk Cousins mistake with Baker Mayfield

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are not close to placing the franchise tag on Baker Mayfield.

Baker Mayfield offers fiery response to failed contract negotiations at Buccaneers training camp

Steelers should keep tabs on Baker Mayfield in wake of Aaron Rodgers comments

Rich Eisen offers his thoughts on Kirk Cousins beating out Fernando Mendoza

Klint Kubiak announces Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza decision ahead of training camp

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Washington Commanders News / TWSN / July 30

Washington Commanders Biggest 2027 NFL Draft Needs: Top 3

It looks like the Washington Commanders absolutely nailed their selection of Jayden Daniels, based on what we saw from him as a rookie, he looks like a future star.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 30

3 Commanders on roster bubble who must shine in 2026 NFL preseason

The Washington Commanders have tried to tweak their receiver room. And they’ve reshuffled the coaching staff a little. Meanwhile, three Commanders on the roster bubble must shine in the 2026 NFL preseason.

Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Dan Quinn's Early Praise of Kaytron Allen Raises His Commanders Roster Odds

Highlighted by Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Rachaad White, the Commanders' running back competition has been closely watched going into training camp. Sixth-round

Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 29

Commanders Place Two On Injured Lists, Including P Tress Way

The Washington Commanders officially placed P Tress Way on the Non-Football Injury List and LB Kain Medrano on the Physically Unable to Perform List, per Ben Standig. Way suffered a pectoral injury this week. Way, 35, wound up signing on with the Bears as an undrafted free agent back in 2013.

Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 29

Commanders Announced Five Roster Moves

The Commanders announced five roster moves on Wednesday morning, signing veterans P Matt Haack and WR River Cracraft. In corresponding moves, Washington released OLB Andre Carter and TE Anthony Firkser, while also activating CB Fred Davis from the NFI list.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 29

Commanders’ Dan Quinn reveals Jayden Daniels weapon who made major muscle transformation

With training camp beginning, the Washington Commanders’ Jayden Daniels is ready to bounce back after an injury-plagued season. Coach Dan Quinn revealed that one of his weapons bulked up and made a major muscle transformation, according to Commanders beat writer John Keim.

Nick Bellore News / Pro Football Rumors / July 28