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Commanders' 2026 international game location is still unknown, but latest NFL news paints a clearer picture

The Washington Commanders are hoping to get back to their winning ways in 2026, and they already know who they'll have to face next season, but not the whole schedule just yet.

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Adam Peters Targets Pass Rusher as the Next Pillar for Commanders Roster

ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Commanders have followed a blueprint of sorts their first two years with general manager Adam Peters at the controls of the roster, landing high-value players at two of the five pillars of a successful team.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 2

Commanders 7-Round 2026 NFL Mock Draft: Washington addresses defense while Senior Bowl standouts make debut

The Washington Commanders are back home after making their rounds at the college All-Star events around the country, including the 2026 Senior Bowl. NFL Draft boards are receiving a huge update this week with many players rising, while others watch their stock fall.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / February 1

Commanders can take advantage of EDGE depth in 2026 NFL Draft to select best player available with No. 7 overall pick

The Washington Commanders are in the process of building their big board of prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft before the NFL Combine and pro days, and they have many needs to fill.

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The 'Super Bowl starting QBs' quiz

How many of the starting quarterbacks from every Super Bowl can you name in nine minutes?

The 'Winning NFL playoff debuts' quiz

The 'NFL's active 300-yard passers' quiz

The 'Most NFL passing-touchdowns' quiz

Jayden Daniels News / A to Z Sports / February 1

Senior Bowl standouts prove Commanders can add weapons for Jayden Daniels with late-round NFL Draft picks

The Washington Commanders were on site at the 2026 Panini Senior Bowl, where top prospects in the NFL Draft come to compete and boost their stocks. You'll also see a handful of underdogs and gems of the draft impress by making big plays all week at practice.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / February 1

Latest 2026 NFL mock draft has Commanders making controversial selection that fits their needs

The Washington Commanders are hitting the ground running as the NFL Draft season kicks off, and mock drafts will be flying off the press from now until April.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / January 31

Commanders' chances of losing top assistant coach increased after interviewing for offensive coordinator position

The Washington Commanders made a lot of coaching changes this offseason, and they're heading into the next season with two new coordinators The changes come with a lot of unknowns, especially with David Blough and Daronte Jones both getting their first NFL coordinator positions.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 31

Commanders making flurry of changes to coaching staff

The Washington Commanders are embarking on a significant defensive reconstruction following a disappointing 5-12 campaign that saw their unit finish dead last in total yards allowed.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 31

Why Commanders Season Wasn't a Total Failure

The Washington Commanders struggled mightily in the 2025 campaign, notching just five wins in the 17-game schedule. The team finished 7 games worse than the year before and missed the playoffs, which was a big difference between what they were able to do the year before when they made all the way to the NFC championship.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / January 31

Latest NFL news gives major boost to help Commanders' biggest obstacle this offseason

The NFL offseason is in full swing, and the Washington Commanders are set to make multiple roster changes this offseason in free agency and the NFL Draft.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 31

Commanders Linked to Four-Time Pro Bowler in Free Agency

The Washington Commanders know they need a top playmaker on the defensive side of the football for next season. Von Miller led the team in sacks, and he is a free agent at the end of the season, so Washington will have to find a way to replace his production.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 31

Dan Quinn Taking Massive Risks in Commanders Coordinator Hires

The Washington Commanders have two new coordinators for the upcoming season in David Blough and Daronte Jones. Blough has been part of the team's coaching staff for the past two seasons while Jones comes to the team from spending the most recent season with the Minnesota Vikings.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 30

Commanders, 76ers owner Josh Harris included in latest Jeffrey Epstein files release

In a bombshell development in the United States Government’s ongoing Department of Justice investigation, Josh Harris, the co-owner of the Washington Commanders, Philadelphia 76ers, and New Jersey Devils, has been connected to the deceased trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.

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The 'Super Bowl starting QBs' quiz

The 'Super Bowl host cities' quiz

The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz

The '100-yards + TD Conference Champ games' quiz

Deebo Samuel News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 30

Deebo Samuel Decision Could Define Commanders Offseason

Washington Commanders wide receiver Deebo Samuel is approaching free agency this offseason as his contract is set to expire. In Samuel's long season with the team, he got 72 passes for 727 yards and 5 touchdowns, which was a step up from what he was able to produce in 2024, his final season with the San Francisco 49ers.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 30

Why Commanders Should Trade No. 7 Pick in NFL Draft

The Washington Commanders are going into the 2026 NFL Draft with the No. 7 overall pick, giving them a chance to take one of the top prospects in the draft.

Brian Johnson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 31

Broncos Interviewed Commanders Assistant HC Brian Johnson For OC Job

According to Jordan Schultz, the Broncos interviewed Commanders assistant HC and offensive passing game coordinator Brian Johnson for their offensive coordinator

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 30

What will make or break the Commanders defense in 2026

The Washington Commanders and Dan Quinn face a watershed moment in the 2026 season. To make it go in a positive direction, they have to get better defensively.

Washington Commanders News / Field Level Media / January 30

Commanders choose Daronte Jones to revive defense

The Washington Commanders hired Daronte Jones to be their new defensive coordinator on Friday. Jones, 47, replaces Joe Whitt, who was fired on Jan. 6 after two seasons with the Commanders.

NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 30

Commanders Linked to Falcons' Kyle Pitts in Free Agency

The Washington Commanders are in need of adding a tight end at some point during the offseason due to Zach Ertz's torn ACL. With Ertz out for most if not the entire 2026 campaign, the Commanders will need to add another tight end, preferably one with a lot of upside as a receiver.

Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 30