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Dan Quinn hinted at a possibility for the Commanders next season that has a strong chance at being a disaster

The Washington Commanders are 3-9 on the season after a hard-fought overtime game against the Denver Broncos. A lot of people gave up on this team after a historically bad run, but it looks like they've turned things around over the last two games.

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Commanders looking at positives after tough loss vs. Broncos

The Washington Commanders are licking their wounds after a 27-26 loss to the Denver Broncos in Week 13's edition of Sunday Night Football. The game put the Commanders at 3-9, clinching a losing record for the season.

Jayden Daniels News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 1

Commanders’ Jayden Daniels not cleared for contact amid elbow injury

The Washington Commanders took a nail-biting loss to the Denver Broncos on Sunday Night Football, and they took it all the way to overtime against a quality opponent.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 1

Commanders most to blame for crushing overtime loss to Broncos on SNF

There were special moments for the Washington Commanders on Sunday Night Football, including a milestone accomplishment. But here are the Commanders most to blame for the crushing overtime loss to the Broncos.

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The '1,500-receiving-yard NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the 37 players in NFL history with at least one 1,500-receiving-yard season in their career can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / December 1

David Blough to finish season as Commanders’ QBs coach

Last week, Tavita Pritchard accepted the head coaching position at Stanford. That left the Commanders in need of a replacement quarterbacks coach to close out the season.

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The 25 greatest receiving performances from one NFL playoff run

The increasingly pass-focused NFL continues to see wide receivers and tight ends play central roles in Super Bowl journeys. Here are the best yardage performances by pass catchers during a single playoffs throughout NFL history.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / December 1

Commanders learn the hard way that nothing is guaranteed in the NFL after tough loss to Broncos

The Washington Commanders were one play away from getting their first statement win of the season, and they saw it slip away. No one gave the Commanders a chance, but they went toe-to-toe with a top AFC team and one of the best defenses in the league.

Treylon Burks News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 1

OBJ reacts to Commanders' Treylon Burks' absolutely insane one-handed TD

The Washington Commanders were a sneaky upset pick when they faced off against the NFC West leaders, the Denver Broncos. While they weren't able to come away with a win, they pushed the Broncos, who have one of the NFL's best defenses, to overtime.

Cris Collinsworth News / The Spun / December 1

Cris Collinsworth Confused Everyone With Weird Pronunciation Sunday Night

Viewers of Sunday night's game between the Commanders and Broncos might've noticed NBC's Cris Collinsworth saying Marcus Mariota's name a little differently than he has for the past 10 years.

Dan Quinn News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 1

Was there any debate about Commanders’ Dan Quinn trying game-deciding 2-point conversion vs. Broncos?

After scoring a touchdown in overtime, Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn had a decision to make. Tie the game with a field goal or go for the win with a two-point conversion.

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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.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Terry McLaurin News / A to Z Sports / December 1

Terry McLaurin showed his impact in return from injury, and it came at a perfect time for the Commanders' offense

The Washington Commanders lost a heartbreaker at home in overtime against the Denver Broncos after a failed 2-point conversion, but still saw some positives.

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Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 1

Commanders coach defends going for two in overtime

LANDOVER, Md. – The Washington Commanders fell to 3-9 on the season after a 27-26 loss to the Denver Broncos in Week 13 of the 2025 NFL Season. The game was close from start to finish and featured multiple lead changes between the Commanders and their visitors, ultimately ending on a bold decision to go for a two-point conversion in overtime.

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 1

Marcus Mariota discusses Commanders going for game-winning conversion in loss to Broncos

Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto batted down a Mariota pass to secure the victory for the visitors.

'SNF' takeaways: Broncos escape again in thrilling OT win over Commanders

Following Rams' stunning loss to Panthers, no clear Super Bowl favorite has emerged

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The 'Last 100-yard rusher by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 1

Commanders have silver lining in loss vs. Broncos

The Washington Commanders find themselves in familiar territory, losing 27-26 to the Denver Broncos. The loss is the seventh straight for the Commanders, a losing streak that dates back to Week 6.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / December 1

Former first-round pick shines with highlight reel play for Commanders and shows he can be a major part of the future

It hasn't been the season anyone expected for the Washington Commanders, but they need a win anywhere they can get one on the team. Injuries have been a major factor in their losing record, but it's also been an opportunity for the Commanders to try out new players and see what they bring to the team.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 1

Commanders’ Zach Ertz displaces Shannon Sharpe on all-time list after SNF TD

In a thrilling Sunday Night Football matchup, the Washington Commanders fell 27-26 in overtime to the Denver Broncos at Northwest Stadium in Week 13, leaving them with a 3-9 record on the season.

NFL News / Field Level Media / December 1

Broncos win in OT when Commanders fall short on 2-point try

Marcus Mariota hit Terry McLaurin for a 3-yard touchdown pass with 2:47 remaining in overtime, but the two-point conversion pass failed and the Denver Broncos held on for their ninth straight win, 27-26 over the Washington Commanders on Sunday night in Landover, Md.

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 1

'SNF' takeaways: Broncos escape again in thrilling OT win over Commanders

The Broncos found themselves in another one-possession game and came away with their ninth straight win in a 27-26 overtime thriller over the Commanders on "Sunday Night Football." Here are four takeaways from Sunday's NFL nightcap.

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Will Harris News / Pro Football Rumors / November 29