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Stephen A. Smith just stunned Commanders fans with wild take on Jayden Daniels

The Washington Commanders are going nowhere fast right now. They are 3-5 after their collapse on Monday Night Football against the Kansas City Chiefs, which is placing a microscope on what the future might hold over the second half of 2025.

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Terry McLaurin gives main reason Commanders lost to Chiefs

The Washington Commanders fell to the Kansas City Chiefs 28–7 on Monday night, but fans were happy to see Terry McLaurin back on the field after being sidelined for weeks with a quad injury.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / October 29

Predicting the Commanders' next five games as season teeters on collapse

Things are not going well for the Washington Commanders. Despite an impressive first half against the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football, the team collapsed and lost.

Washington Commanders News / Hogs Haven / October 29

Make your voice heard: Should the Commanders be trading players prior to the Nov 9th deadline?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Washington Commanders fans and fans across the country.

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The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?

The 'Multi-rushing-touchdown game leaders' quiz

The 'Last 4,000-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

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32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season

It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.

Jayden Daniels News / Field Level Media / October 28

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels (hamstring) expected to return to practice Wednesday

Washington star quarterback Jayden Daniels, who missed the loss on Monday night to the Kansas City Chiefs because of a hamstring injury, is expected to practice in some capacity on Wednesday, Commanders coach Dan Quinn said on Tuesday.

Terry McLaurin News / Riggo's Rag / October 28

Terry McLaurin’s return lifts Commanders but familiar concern won’t fade

The Washington Commanders' losing streak hit three in a row after their expected Monday Night Football bludgeoning at the hands of the Kansas City Chiefs.

Washington Commanders News / The Spun / October 28

Commanders Get 'Good Sign' On Jayden Daniels' Status Tuesday

With Monday night's loss, it's increasingly looking like the Washington Commanders may not be a playoff team this year. Dan Quinn's team is mere months removed its NFC Championship appearance against the eventual Super Bowl champion Eagles.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / October 28

The Commanders need to fix one trait on the roster that's being exposed as heavy changes come this upcoming offseason

The Washington Commanders' nightmare season continues as they fall to 3-5 on the season after losing to the Kansas City Chiefs. Playoffs aren't even a thought right now, and the Commanders' season seems to be over at this point, with the future as the main focus.

NFL News / Yardbarker

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 28

Commanders Release K Matthew Wright

The Washington Commanders announced they have released K Matthew Wright. Wright was signed and elevated for yesterday when K Matt Gay was ruled out with an injury.

Marcus Mariota News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 28

What Marcus Mariota said after Commanders lost to Chiefs

Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota is disappointed after the team's 28-7 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football. Mariota and the Commanders had chances to make an impact during the game, but it never materialized into scoring opportunities.

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The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz

The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

The 'World Series home run leaders' quiz

Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / October 28

Commanders HC has much-needed positive Jayden Daniels news

Commanders HC provides much-needed positive Jayden Daniels news after blowout loss to Chiefs

Without second-year quarterback Jayden Daniels, the Commanders looked hapless in a blowout loss to the Chiefs.

Commanders players know time is running out on turning season around

Travis Kelce praised as 'Chiefs' Chief' after bouncing back from miscue in win over Commanders

'MNF' takeaways: Stout defensive effort leads Chiefs to decisive win over Commanders

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

The '200-passing yards in first 20 NFL games' quiz

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / October 28

Prime-time catastrophe proves Commanders' defense can't be fixed

Dan Quinn promised a defensive revival against the Kansas City Chiefs. For one half, his Washington Commanders delivered. Washington’s defense held the potent Chiefs’ offense to just seven points and came up with two takeaways.

NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 28

Commanders loss vs. Chiefs triggers fall in NFL power rankings

The Washington Commanders are continuing to slide after a 28-7 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 8's Monday Night Football game. The loss marks three straight for the Commanders as they are now 3-5 on the season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 28

NFC East team should be aggressive in pursuit of Brian Thomas Jr.

Why one NFC East team should make an aggressive push to acquire Thomas Jr. from the Jaguars.

Commanders players know time is running out on turning season around

The most notable single-season declines in NFL history

The 'NFL rookie receiving-yard leaders' quiz

Jacob Martin News / Riggo's Rag / October 28

Jacob Martin just made a case the Commanders can't ignore in Week 8

The Washington Commanders are officially reeling after taking yet another embarrassing prime-time defeat, and this one wasn't even close. After going into halftime tied with the Kansas City Chiefs, head coach Dan Quinn's squad lost by three touchdowns.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / October 28

The Commanders are running out of time to turn nightmare season around, and their season goals could change

The Washington Commanders fall to 3-5 after losing to the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football, and there's not much time left to turn things around.

Zach Ertz News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 28

Zach Ertz hits Commanders with urgent warning after ugly loss to Chiefs

The Washington Commanders suffered an embarrassing loss on Monday Night Football. Washington could not hang with Kansas City in the second half, losing 28-7 and dropping to 3-5 on the season.

Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / October 28