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Deebo Samuel Injury Update: Star WR’s Status Revealed For Commanders-Giants

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel is on the injury report as the wide receiver battles an unspecified illness. However, despite the designation, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the wide receiver should be “good to go” as the team battles the New York Giants.

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Chris Rodriguez Injury Update: RB’s Status Revealed For Commanders-Giants

Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez is in serious danger of missing Week 15’s battle against the New York Giants with a groin injury. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Kentucky product is a true game-time decision, and the team won’t know if he can play until he warms up in the pre-game.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / December 14

The Commanders' offseason worries could grow even more if one NFL insider's report comes true thanks to an NFC East rival

The Washington Commanders are 3-10 on the season, and have a crucial offseason ahead, but they still have four more games left, including an NFC East showdown against the New York Giants.

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The 'Oldest 4,000-passing-yard seasons' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to throw for at least 4,000 yards after turning 35 years old can you name in five minutes?

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Deebo Samuel News / Athlon Sports / December 13

Deebo Samuel News Emerges Before Commanders’ Game Against Giants

Sunday’s matchup between the Washington Commanders and New York Giants may not have playoff implications, but it does come with plenty of intrigue. Both teams have struggled big time this season, and both are desperate to stop long losing streaks that have doomed their year.

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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 / The SportsRush / December 13

RG3: 'Commanders Need to Protect Jayden Daniels From Himself'

Jayden Daniels has had a rough sophomore season, marred by injuries and inconsistent play. That has led many fans to draw parallels with another Washington QB legend, Robert Griffin III, whose career was basically derailed after a similarly explosive start followed by an injury-prone trajectory.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 13

Commanders predicted to lose 'Draft Bowl' by national outlet

The Washington Commanders could really use a win, having lost eight in a row and officially being eliminated from playoff contention after being shut out by the Minnesota Vikings in Week 14.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 13

Commanders rookie earns 'solid starter' label despite grade

As the Washington Commanders enter Week 15 with the rest of the NFL, their rookies are getting close to the end of their rookie seasons and the first real break from football they’ve had since the summer before entering the draft.

Jayden Daniels News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 13

Commanders reveal 'driving factor' behind Jayden Daniels decision

ASHBURN, Va. – Coming into Week 14, we were firmly in the group of people who felt Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels should play again before the end of 2025.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 12

5 Commanders veterans who are playing for their roster spot in the final four games

Entering the final stretch of the season, wins are not the only thing on the line for the Washington Commanders. At 3–10 and out of playoff contention, the focus has quietly shifted toward 2026, and for several players, these next four games may determine whether they are still wearing burgundy and gold next fall.

Laremy Tunsil News / Pro Football Rumors / December 12

Commanders, Laremy Tunsil Likely To Discuss Extension In Offseason

Riding the momentum of an appearance in the NFC championship game, the Commanders swung a trade with the Texans last March for left tackle Laremy Tunsil.

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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.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 12

Commanders rival dealing with 'country club' chaos ahead of Week 15

The Washington Commanders are a franchise in need of a win. The New York Giants are in need of an overhaul. The two teams are set to meet in Week 15 of the 2025 NFL season with an opportunity for one of them to ‘get right,’ as they say, with both looking to overcome plenty of self-inflicted wounds.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 12

Commanders coordinator issues challenge to offense after shutout

As the season enters its final stretch, it has been a challenging year for the Washington Commanders, who currently sit at 3-10 on the year. After a season filled with injuries, the team has struggled to replicate the success fans enjoyed last year.

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Jayden Daniels News / Bleacher Report / December 12

Watch: RG3 says Jayden Daniels shouldn’t play another game this season due to his multiple injuries

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / December 12

The Commanders' 2026 NFL Draft position could be heavily impacted by the outcomes of other games around the league in Week 15

The Washington Commanders are on the road against the New York Giants for their final stretch of four NFC East games, with a lot on the line. They aren't playing for a playoff spot, but Dan Quinn can't afford to end the season on a 12-game losing streak.

Dan Quinn News / A to Z Sports / December 11

Dan Quinn's decisions in 2025 could lead to the Commanders making a drastic change this offseason that nobody saw coming

The 2025 season has been an absolute nightmare for the Washington Commanders and a real culture shock compared to last year. We knew it would be a much harder season than last year, but nobody saw these results coming.

NFL News / Field Level Media / December 11

Giants, Commanders search for win near end of lost seasons

Two NFC East rivals carrying lengthy losing streaks meet on Sunday when the Washington Commanders visit the New York Giants in East Rutherford, NJ. Washington (3-10) has dropped eight straight -- the longest current streak in the NFL -- while New York (2-11) has lost its last seven.