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Commanders cut former starting S Will Harris

The Washington Commanders cut former starting safety Will Harris on Tuesday among several roster moves. Harris, 30, played in the Commanders' first three games last season before fracturing a fibula and returned to action in Week 13 on Nov.

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Commanders Rookie Power Rankings After Two Preseason Games

Washington's 2026 rookie class has now completed an entire training camp, two preseason games, and one joint practice session, giving the Commanders a lot more information than they had when camp opened.

Will Harris News / Pro Football Rumors / August 25

Commanders Sign OLB Boogie Basham, Release S Will Harris

On Monday, the Commanders hosted Boogie Basham on a free agent visit (h/t Jonathan Jones of The Athletic). That workout went well, and a deal is now in place.

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The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks who led the NFL in passing yards since the AFL-NFL merger can you name in five minutes?

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 25

Reporter suggests three players Patriots could add amid depth concerns

Could the Patriots make a defensive addition before the season gets underway?

Patriots avoid injury with A.J. Brown, but not with TreVeyon Henderson

Patriots trade expendable WR Kayshon Boutte for secondary depth

Patriots' Mike Vrabel pumps brakes on growing Drake Maye hype

Mike Vrabel addresses apparent shot at Patriots' backups after preseason win over Eagles

The 'NFL sack leaders by season' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 25

Commanders signing ex-Bills 2nd-round pick

The Washington Commanders have not assembled their final roster just yet. Washington is still determined to make some late additions to the roster for the final week of the preseason.

Dan Quinn News / Washington Commanders on SI / August 25

Everything Dan Quinn Said Before Commanders’ Final Training Camp Practice

Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn spoke with reporters before practice Tuesday morning. Quinn is focused on wrapping up this training-camp block while preparing for the joint practice with Baltimore and looking ahead to roster cut day coming up on Sunday.

Dan Orlovsky News / Washington Commanders on SI / August 25

Dan Orlovsky Sees ‘Shanahan-Ben Johnson Marriage’ in Washington's Offense — Commanders Daily

The Washington Commanders spent their entire offseason installing new offensive coordinator David Blough's system, a scheme that many outsiders have no clue what to expect from.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 25

NFL’s response to Jed York could expose its personal conduct double standard

The NFL said San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York will face review under the league’s personal conduct policy. Now comes the awkward part: proving that the policy does not suddenly soften when the person under investigation signs the checks.

49ers owner Jed York arrested on suspicion of engaging in prostitution

New details emerge regarding Jed York’s arrest

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 24

Did CFP just troll Commanders’ Jayden Daniels amid viral No. 5 issue?

Jayden Daniels has turned into a meme basically overnight. After the Washington Commanders star took action against his alma mater LSU over their use of his #5 jersey, Daniels has been clowned endlessly on social media.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / August 24

Commanders News: Practice Shakeups, Rising Rookies, and 53-Man Locks | Burgundy Roundup

The Burgundy Roundup brings together the best Washington Commanders reporting, analysis, interviews, and other worthwhile reads from around the web, along with selected coverage from Commanders On SI.

Athan Kaliakmanis News / Washington Commanders on SI / August 24

Athan Kaliakmanis Builds Momentum in Commanders' Quarterback Battle

Despite the changes the Washington Commanders' front office has made since embracing the Jayden Daniels era, its slew of quarterback understudies has remained largely stagnant over the past two years of roster-building.

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The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

The '4K-yard, 30 TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Rookie receiving leader by team' quiz

The '35-passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 24

Dan Quinn calls out Commanders after unacceptable preseason showing

Dan Quinn did not recognize the Washington Commanders team that took the field against the Detroit Lions. The unacceptable preseason showing bothered him enough to add an unscheduled practice and deliver a blunt review to his players.

Jayden Daniels’ lone drive exposes Commanders’ greatest concern

Jayden Daniels makes worrisome admission after preseason struggles

Washington's Robert Griffin III failure hangs over Jayden Daniels’ return

Best, worst things from Saturday's NFL preseason action

The '200-passing yards in first 20 NFL games' quiz

Jayden Daniels News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 24

How Jayden Daniels’ ‘cat-and-mouse game’ will make facing Commanders hell for opposing defenses

While the Washington Commanders tweak their 53-man roster plans, they know the 2026 foundation is built on Jayden Daniels. And here is how facing Daniels’ cat-and-mouse game will make facing the Commanders a hell for opposing defenses.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 24

Dan Orlovsky breaks down Stefon Diggs’ ‘deceptive’ impact on Commanders’ offense

The Washington Commanders hope Stefon Diggs completes their receiver room. And Diggs is impressed by his new teammates. Plus, Dan Orlovsky broke down the deceptive impact Diggs will have on the Commanders’ offense, according to a post on X by JP Finlay.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 24

Commanders’ 53-man roster prediction for 2026 NFL season

It’s no shock that the Washington Commanders find themselves in trouble at the center position. And that’s just one more burden for Jayden Daniels to carry.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 24

Odell Beckham Jr., other NFC East players who need to impress before cutdown day

All 32 teams are set to cut their 90-man training camp rosters down to 53 players by Sunday at 6 p.m.

Cowboys urged to cut ties with once-promising edge-rusher Sam Williams

Giants co-owner Chris Mara comments on major Jaxson Dart concern

Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer hasn't determined winner of QB2 battle, but answer looks clear

Three backup quarterbacks who could start for new teams in 2027

The 'Most TD-catches in a season by team' quiz

Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / August 22

Jayden Daniels makes worrisome admission after preseason struggles

Jayden Daniels didn't need to be on the field for long to sound the alarms in the nation's capital.

Jayden Daniels’ lone drive exposes Commanders’ greatest concern

Commanders WR Terry McLaurin addresses potential Stefon Diggs competition

Drew Rosenhaus shares massive Tyreek Hill update amid injury recovery

The '200-passing yards in first 20 NFL games' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 22

Jayden Daniels’ lone drive exposes Commanders’ greatest concern

Jayden Daniels played three snaps Saturday. That was apparently enough time for the Washington Commanders to receive an uncomfortable reminder about their franchise quarterback.

Why Commanders feel David Blough can help Jayden Daniels make leap to greatness

Commanders losing defensive line depth with Johnny Newton injury

Commanders WR Terry McLaurin addresses potential Stefon Diggs competition

The '200-passing yards in first 20 NFL games' quiz

Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / August 21

Commanders WR Terry McLaurin addresses potential Stefon Diggs competition

The Washington Commanders created an intriguing dynamic when they placed Diggs alongside McLaurin in their receiving corps.

Seahawks expected to lose receiver depth with Jake Bobo injury

49ers' desperate Mike Evans decision is already looking bad

There might finally be a trade partner for Patriots' Kayshon Boutte

Drew Rosenhaus shares massive Tyreek Hill update amid injury recovery

Eagles' Saquon Barkley may have idea to limit fights in joint practices

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 21

Drew Rosenhaus shares massive Tyreek Hill update amid injury recovery

A July report indicated that NFL teams weren't all that interested in taking a flier on former Miami Dolphins and Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill amid Hill's ongoing recovery from the gruesome knee injury he suffered on Sept.

Three RBs who will have to carry their offense in 2026 season

NFL must address the real problem after Dolphins, Giants become latest teams to brawl in joint practice

Jer'Zhan Newton News / Yardbarker / August 19

Commanders losing defensive line depth with Johnny Newton injury

After a disappointing 2025 season in which the Washington Commanders went 5-12 and had a horrendous defense, fixing that was a major focus of the offseason. One player who was expected to make strides in his third season was defensive lineman Johnny Newton.

Commanders lose Dorance Armstrong for Week 1 after suspension

Marcus Mariota's injury status raises questions for Commanders quarterback room

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels issues statement on LSU jersey situation

The '200-passing yards in first 20 NFL games' quiz

Austin Ekeler News / Pro Football Rumors / August 19

Austin Ekeler Open To Continuing Career

Then a member of the Commanders, running back Austin Ekeler went down with a season-ending Achilles tear in a Week 2 loss to the Packers last September.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 17

'This is all he wanted': DeMarcus Ware reacts to Von Miller joining Cowboys

Perhaps nobody is more excited for linebacker Von Miller to join the Dallas Cowboys than former Denver Broncos teammate DeMarcus Ware.

Von Miller finds team for 2026, joining Cowboys to improve pass rush

Von Miller opens up about joining Cowboys for 2026 season

Von Miller will be a difference-maker for the Cowboys

Cowboys have another signing in sight after Von Miller shocker

The '200-passing yards in first 20 NFL games' quiz

Marcus Mariota News / Yardbarker / August 16

Mariota's injury status raises questions for Commanders QB room

Marcus Mariota's injury status raises questions for Commanders quarterback room

The Commanders quarterback room took a hit Friday when Mariota left the first preseason game with a non-contact injury.

Commanders lose Dorance Armstrong for Week 1 after suspension

One question each NFC East team is looking to answer in preseason

The '200-passing yards in first 20 NFL games' quiz

Dorance Armstrong Jr. News / Yardbarker / August 14

Commanders lose Dorance Armstrong for Week 1 after suspension

The Washington Commanders will be without a key member of their defense for Week 1 in a rematch of the 2024 NFC Championship Game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Joe Burrow shares his two cents on LSU-Jayden Daniels drama

Comeback Player of the Year: Five players who should actually win the award

Five NFL coaches who need big years in 2026

The '200-passing yards in first 20 NFL games' quiz