Washington Commanders: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Deebo Samuel News / Larry Brown Sports / July 30

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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The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

How many of the active NFL quarterbacks with at least five-career fourth quarter comebacks can you name in five minutes?

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Deebo Samuel 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

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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.

Terry McLaurin News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 30

Commanders’ Terry McLaurin pinpoints 1 training camp star fantasy football managers will want to know

The Washington Commanders are still trying to figure out roster components, in particular at the wide receiver position. However, Terry McLaurin pinpointed one training camp star who fantasy football managers will want to know, according to a post on X by Zach Selby.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / July 30

The Good and Not So Good From Commanders’ Second Training Camp Practice

Day 2 of Washington Commanders Training Camp is in the books, with several encouraging developments and a few things worth monitoring. The most important theme that emerged Thursday was that Washington's defense is already working to force more turnovers, which was one of the team's weak spots last season, when it forced only 10 turnovers.

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

The 'Multiple 4K passing-yard NFL seasons' quiz

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 / Athlon Sports / July 30

Dan Quinn Details Vision for Chig Okonkwo in Commanders' Offense

An offseason move that may have flown under the radar for some, tight end Chig Okonkwo is going to play a bigger role in the offense than some might think.

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.

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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 / 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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 30

Commanders training camp battle fantasy football managers must have their eye on

The Washington Commanders are dealing with a new system while also trying to sort out their shaky wide receiver room. But here is a training camp battle fantasy football managers must have their eye on.

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The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

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Nick Allegretti News / A to Z Sports / July 30

Commanders Training Camp Injuries: Former first-round pick misses practice and Nick Allegretti dodges a bullet

The first day of Commanders training camp saw a couple of players suffer injuries that will keep them out of practice for a little bit. The Washington Commanders’ top goal for training camp is to limit injuries as much as possible.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / July 30

Washington Commanders suffer mysterious injury scare to one of their most important players on the first day of training camp

The No. 1 goal for the Washington Commanders training camp is to stay as healthy as possible and they’re already dealing with an injury scare on Day 1.

Rasul Douglas News / Washington Commanders on SI / July 30

Washington's Defensive Plan Could Play Directly Into Rasul Douglas’ Strengths - Commanders Daily

“If somebody gave you the answers to a test, would you not put the answers down?” Washington Commanders cornerback Rasul Douglas used that analogy Wednesday to describe his desire to read the quarterback, recognize where the football is going and react before the route is completed.

Terry McLaurin News / Washington Commanders on SI / July 29

Terry McLaurin Said Somebody Would Step Up—Commanders’ First Practice Offered Some Options

It was only fair that fans of the Burgundy and Gold demand sharp improvements out of the 2026 Washington Commanders following last season's nightmare campaign.

Jayden Daniels News / Washington Commanders on SI / July 29

Helmet Cameras Reveal Jayden Daniels’ Growing Command of Washington’s Offense

The Washington Commanders have been using GoPro cameras mounted on each quarterback's helmet since OTAs. The staff hopes to learn more about their vision and eye placement and how they process what they see before and after the snap.

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 / Athlon Sports / July 29