The Washington Commanders are experiencing a breakthrough with second-year pro Johnny Newton after his three-sack performance in a Week 17 loss against the Dallas Cowboys.
Washington Commanders rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt continues to make an impression after finding the end zone twice against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17.
Washington Commanders quarterback Josh Johnson is disappointed after the team's 30-23 loss against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17 at Northwest Stadium. Johnson, 39, was given the starting nod for the first time since he was with the Baltimore Ravens in 2021 after Jayden Daniels and Marcus Mariota suffered injuries.
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn isn't having the kind of season he had hoped after leading the franchise to the NFC Championship game last season.
The Washington Commanders had plenty of opportunities to change the narrative in primetime this season, but none of them ended in a win. The Commanders played eight standalone games in 2025 and lost every single one.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 Washington Commanders suffered another critical setback on Christmas Day as their injury situation deteriorated during their Week 17 matchup vs. the Dallas Cowboys.
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.
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.
The Washington Commanders are battered and bruised against the Dallas Cowboys on Christmas Day, but they are not giving up that easily. After trailing 21-3 in the second quarter, the Commanders have rallied with two touchdowns to get back within a score, including an incredible 72-yard run from rookie running back JaCory Croskey-Merritt.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.