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On YouTubeWashington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / December 26
Commanders' rookie continues to shine with standout performance, which makes offseason decisions even tougher
The Washington Commanders' loss to the Dallas Cowboys wasn't all doom and gloom after many players had performances worth noting. The defense couldn't get off the field on fourth downs, but when the offense did have its opportunities, it made the most of them.
Dan Quinn News / A to Z Sports / December 26
Dan Quinn sent a crystal-clear message to a Commanders defender after recent struggles, and it might be the final straw for him
The Washington Commanders had a chance to beat the Dallas Cowboys on Christmas Day, but their efforts came up short after many struggles on defense. Between the explosive plays and the 100% fourth-down conversion rate by the Cowboys, the Commanders' defense never gave the offense a chance to win the game.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 26
Commanders most to blame for Christmas Day loss to Cowboys
Christmas Day was supposed to be a measuring stick for the Washington Commanders. They were supposed to show resilience, pride, and progress in a season that’s been anything but smooth.
The 'NFL's active 300-yard passers' quiz
How many of the active NFL quarterbacks to throw for at least 300 yards in a game can you name in eight minutes?
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 26
3 biggest reasons for fans to have hope for Commanders in 2026
The Washington Commanders may be limping toward the end of a frustrating and injury-riddled 2025 season, but the bigger picture still offers plenty of hope.
The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season
All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.
Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 25
Commanders’ Von Miller moves into all-time top-10 in sacks with Dak Prescott takedown
Washington Commanders veteran pass rusher Von Miller finally reached an extremely exclusive territory in the NFL. With his sack against Dallas Cowboys
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 25
Key Commanders O-Lineman picked up multiple injuries during Cowboys game
The Washington Commanders suffered another critical setback on Christmas Day as their injury situation deteriorated during their Week 17 matchup vs. the Dallas Cowboys.
Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / December 25
One Commanders player cashed in a big Christmas gift after an impressive game and possibly secured a spot for the future
The Washington Commandersfell short of a Christmas Day win against the Dallas Cowboys, but it wasn't because of the offense this time. Yes, a loss to your NFC East rivals hurts, but after this season, the team needs any kind of positive takeaways they can get.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / December 25
The Commanders fell short of a Christmas miracle win against the Cowboys, but the reason they lost was not what we expected
The Washington Commanderscame up just short of a comeback win against the Dallas Cowboys, despite going into the game beaten up and counted out. The Commanders had to start third-string quarterback Josh Johnson and were without many other starters, but that wasn't the main reason they lost the game.
Jacory Croskey-Merritt News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 25
Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt breaks down monster TD run vs. Cowboys
Rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt delivered one of the Washington Commanders’ few bright spots on NFL Christmas Day, breaking loose for a 72-yard touchdown run in a 30-23 loss to the Dallas Cowboys.
NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 25
Commanders battle, but can't get Christmas miracle vs. Cowboys
The Washington Commanders are sending their fans home with Cole after losing 30-23 against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17 at Northwest Stadium. The Commanders were big underdogs coming into the game with third-string quarterback Josh Johnson leading the offense.
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.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 26
Jerry Jones pulled stunt to put Cowboys in Christmas spirit; his team returned favor against Commanders
Before the Dallas Cowboys' Christmas game against the Washington Commanders, owner Jerry Jones pulled a stunt to put his team in the holiday spirit.
Jonathan Jones News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 25
Commanders’ Jonathan Jones gets big update after injury scare vs. Cowboys
The Washington Commanders received an encouraging update during their Christmas Day matchup against the Dallas Cowboys after a brief injury scare involving veteran cornerback Jonathan Jones.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / December 25
Deebo Samuel takes a Cowboys defender's helmet off with ruthless trucking
Grandma may have gotten run over by a reindeer, but Donovan Wilson just got run over by Deebo Samuel.
KaVontae Turpin News / Yardbarker / December 25
Cowboys WR KaVontae Turpin makes history on 86-yard TD against Commanders
It's been an otherwise frustrating season for the fourth-year wideout out of TCU.
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 25
Commanders 10-year veteran cornerback suffers injury vs. Cowboys
The Washington Commanders are dealing with another injury in the first half of their Christmas Day game against the Dallas Cowboys. Veteran cornerback Jonathan Jones is in concussion protocol and is questionable to return to the game.
Javonte Williams News / Yardbarker / December 25
Cowboys RB Javonte Williams brings the boom on Christmas against Commanders
The fifth-year RB has revived his career in Dallas, powering the team's rushing attack.
NFL News / Field Level Media / December 25
Commanders RB Chris Rodriguez Jr. inactive vs. Cowboys
Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. will not play in Thursday afternoon's game against the Dallas Cowboys in Landover, Md. His availability for the game became a talking point earlier Thursday morning after he was added to the injury report as questionable due to an illness.
Washington Commanders News / Total Apex Sports / December 25
Washington Commanders Running Back Chris Rodriguez Jr. Questionable For Week 17 Game
Nothing ruins a holiday morning quite like a last-minute notification on the injury report. Just as Washington Commanders fans were settling in to see if their squad could play spoiler against the Dallas Cowboys on Christmas Day, the team dropped a lump of coal in the stocking.
Josh Johnson News / Pro Football Rumors / December 24
Commanders To Start QB Josh Johnson In Week 17
With Jayden Daniels shut down for the season and Marcus Mariota dealing with hand and quad injuries, the Commanders will call on Josh Johnson to start on Christmas, per The Athletic’s Nicki Jhabvala.
Bobby Wagner News / HBCU on ClutchPoints / December 23
Commanders star Bobby Wagner to graduate from Howard University
Washington Commanders standout linebacker Bobby Wagner has successfully completed an 18-month Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at Howard University, balancing his demanding NFL career with rigorous academic work.
Jaylin Lane News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 22
Commanders Placing WR Jaylin Lane On IR Among Four Roster Moves
Nicki Jhabvala reports the Commanders are placing WR Jaylin Lane and DT Eddie Goldman on injured reserve. Additionally, the Commanders are claiming WR Jamal Agnew off waivers from the Falcons and DT Shy Tuttle off waivers from the Titans.
Sam Cosmi News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 22
Commanders Placed OL Samuel Cosmi On IR
The Washington Commanders are placing OL Samuel Cosmi on injured reserve, the team announced. The move makes room for QB Jeff Driskel to be signed to the roster off the practice squad. Cosmi suffered a concussion in Saturday’s loss to the Eagles. Cosmi, 26, was drafted by the Commanders with the No.
Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / December 22
Commanders To Explore QB Addition
With Jayden Daniels out of the lineup, Marcus Mariota handled starting duties for the Commanders on Saturday. He was unable to finish the game, however, meaning a short-term QB addition could be coming.
Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / December 21
Commanders Likely To Retain Dan Quinn, Move On From DC Joe Whitt
Joe Whitt came over from Dallas with Dan Quinn, but after Washington’s defense has underwhelmed, it looks like a change will be coming. Although Quinn appears safe heading out of the 2025 season, a new defensive play-caller may be coming soon.
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