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Washington Commanders announce passing of Hall of Fame QB Sonny Jurgensen

The Washington Commanders have announced the passing of Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Sonny Jurgensen. He was 91 years old. Jurgensen played 18 NFL seasons for the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Redskins.

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David Blough told Jayden Daniels exactly what he wanted to hear after becoming Commanders' new offensive coordinator

Drastic changes were made this offseason with the Washington Commanders coaching staff, and there's a new play caller on both sides of the ball. Head coach Dan Quinn elected to move on from Kliff Kingsbury after a down season, and they swiftly promoted David Blough as the new offensive coordinator.

Bobby Wagner News / Athlon Sports / February 6

Bobby Wagner Sends Emotional Message For Mom After NFL Honor

Bobby Wagner delivered one of the night’s most emotional moments after receiving the 2025 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award on Thursday at NFL Honors.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 6

Commanders Land Defensive Whisperer Known For Coaching Aaron Donald With Rams

The Washington Commanders’ coaching staff is beginning to take shape following a full overhaul on both sides of the ball at the end of the season. The team has already replaced Kliff Kingsbury with David Blough as offensive coordinator and Joe Whitt Jr.

Seattle Seahawks News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL active TD-pass leaders' quiz

Can you name the active NFL quarterbacks with at least 50 career touchdown passes?

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The 25 greatest NFL teams that didn't win a Super Bowl

Some franchises' best efforts have not led to victory parades or even Super Bowl berths. Because of untimely injuries, unfortunate circumstances, or myriad other reasons, many teams' plans throughout NFL history have not produced the desired result.

Washington Commanders News / The SportsRush / February 6

Walter Payton Award Winner Bobby Wagner Details How Mom Phenia’s Three-Word Message Shaped His Life

The NFL Honors celebrates not only football excellence but the power of community service and impact outside of the gridiron. Washington Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner’s moving speeches on Thursday night, after he was named the 2025 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year at NFL Honors, exemplified that spirit and more.

Bobby Wagner News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 5

Commanders' Bobby Wagner Gets Prestigious Award at NFL Honors

Washington Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner is walking away from the NFL Honors with arguably the biggest award of all. Wagner was named the league's Walter Payton Man of the Year, which honors his philanthropy off the field.

Jayden Daniels News / A to Z Sports / February 5

Jayden Daniels speaks out on Commanders moving on from Kliff Kingsbury for first time

The Washington Commanders ended the season needing to make tough decisions, and that's what they did. Just one year after going to the NFC Championship game with quarterback Jayden Daniels, the Commanders decided to part ways with offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 5

Commanders' path to blockbuster offseason trade for superstar player is easier than people think

The Washington Commanders' offseason has just begun, and there's already been plenty of changes with many more ahead. The defense received an overhaul on the coaching staff, with Daronte Jones taking over as the new defensive coordinator.

Jayden Daniels News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 5

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels Might Be an Underdog Once Again

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels went from being Offensive Rookie of the Year to a shell of himself in Year 2 due to his injuries. Daniels only played in seven of the team's 17 games in the 2025 season, throwing for 1,262 yards, eight touchdowns and three interceptions.

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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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 5

3 Commanders cut candidates entering 2026 offseason

The Washington Commanders have made plenty of changes for 2026. Some of those moves will likely decide Dan Quinn’s future. But there’s more work to do, and here are three Commanders cut candidates entering the 2026 offseason.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 5

Commanders Could Add National Champion Defender in NFL Draft

The Washington Commanders hold the No. 7 overall pick in the NFL Draft, which will allow them to take one of the best players in this year's rookie class, which will likely be on the defensive side of the ball.

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Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 5

Commanders Have One Major Need to Address in Free Agency

The Washington Commanders are a team in need of some change after going 5-12 in the 2025 campaign. Despite making it to the NFC Championship the year prior, the Commanders have struggled with injuries and age, and a need to dip into the fountain of youth is necessary.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 5

Commanders land massive coaching hire with impressive track record to fix biggest weakness

The Washington Commanders needed to make changes when the season ended, and that started with the coaching staff. Their search for a new defensive coordinator took longer than expected, but they hit a home run in landing Daronte Jones from the Minnesota Vikings.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 5

Kevin Durant Reveals Massive Personal Sacrifice for a Commanders' Super Bowl Win

Future NBA Hall of Famer Kevin Durant is considered one of the most prominent ambassadors when it comes to sports in the DMV area. His ties run deep as a native of the D.C.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 5

Commanders hire USC assistant for major role on defensive staff

The Washington Commanders on Wednesday strengthened Dan Quinn’s defensive staff by hiring Eric Henderson as defensive line coach and defensive run game coordinator, per CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 4

Former Commanders coach lands on his feet in AFC by reuniting with a familiar face, and it's not who you think

The Washington Commanders were one of the first teams to make a drastic change to their coaching staff when the season ended, including moving on from both coordinators.

Sharrif Floyd News / Pro Football Rumors / February 4

Commanders Part Ways With Ryan Kerrigan, Sharrif Floyd, Pete Ohnegian

The Commanders are parting ways with some of their incumbent defensive coaching staff. Assistant linebackers coach/pass rush specialist Ryan Kerrigan, assistant defensive line coach Sharrif Floyd, and player development coach Pete Ohnegian will all be leaving the team, per KRPC2’s Aaron Wilson.

Jayden Daniels News / Athlon Sports / February 2

Jayden Daniels Card Dip: How 2025 Injury Tanks Values and Smart Buy Low Moves

Hey folks, if you're into collecting NFL cards like I am, you've probably been watching Jayden Daniels rookie cards take a wild ride. This guy's got that electric talent as the Commanders QB, but man, that 2025 injury really shook things up. We're talking about a dip in Jayden Daniels card values 2026 that's got collectors scrambling.

Brian Johnson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 31

Broncos Interviewed Commanders Assistant HC Brian Johnson For OC Job

According to Jordan Schultz, the Broncos interviewed Commanders assistant HC and offensive passing game coordinator Brian Johnson for their offensive coordinator

Da'Ron Payne News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 27

Commanders Expected To Keep DT Daron Payne In 2026

Commanders DT Daron Payne is heading into the final year of his four-year, $90 million deal in 2026 after registering a career-low 61 percent defensive snap share last season.