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Newest Commanders have numbers revealed

The Washington Commanders have five new draft picks and 11 veterans that have signed in free agency. Now that they are officially on the roster, the Commanders have assigned jersey numbers to all of them.

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Donald Trump issues strong 6-word Commanders Jayden Daniels message

Washington Commanders owner Josh Harris and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell were at the White House on Monday to announce that the 2027 NFL Draft will take place in Washington at the National Mall, and Harris spoke on the role President Donald Trump played before giving him a jersey.

Washington Commanders News / Field Level Media / May 5

Washington, D.C., to host 2027 NFL Draft

The 2027 NFL Draft officially is heading to the nation's capital. President Donald Trump announced the news on Monday afternoon in the Oval Office of the White House, with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, Washington Commanders managing partner Josh Harris and Washington D.C.

NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / May 5

Commanders top pick seeing early Offensive Rookie of the Year odds

The Washington Commanders got better by adding talent on both the offensive and defensive side of the ball through the NFL Draft after an exciting offseason that saw them be successful via trades and free agency.

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The 'Active NFL rushing leaders' quiz

Can you name the active NFL players with at least 3,000 rushing yards through the end of 2024 season?

NFL News / Athlon Sports / May 5

Does Washington's Defensive Strategy Deserve Criticism?

The Washington Commanders saw their season end at the hands of the Philadelphia Eagles, who embarrassingly turned them into fodder for a Super Bowl championship.

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One offseason addition for each NFL team that should make fans excited

The offseason brings reason for excitement, even for the NFL's bottom feeders. Here's a look at one roster add every fanbase should be excited about heading into the 2025 season.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / May 5

Lane Kiffin exposes catalyst behind Commanders' Trey Amos draft theft

Promising cornerback Trey Amos has drawn rave reviews since being selected at No. 61 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft by the Washington Commanders. And his former college head coach provided an interesting theory as to why he was available when Adam Peters went on the clock in Round 2.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / May 5

Commanders rookie cornerback could be major steal

The Washington Commanders have high hopes with their second-round cornerback in Trey Amos. The No. 61 overall pick out of Ole Miss is expected to be a key part of the Commanders secondary for the upcoming season, possibly even as a starter opposite Marshon Lattimore.

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Chiefs sign first-round pick OT Josh Simmons to rookie deal

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Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / May 5

The Commanders' players whose futures hang in the balance next season

The speed with which Adam Peters has rebuilt the Washington Commanders’ roster has been remarkable. Though the general manager has been nothing but praiseworthy of Ron Rivera, the proof of what he really thought of his personnel management was evident immediately.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / May 5

Commanders out of the top 10 in latest ranking

The Washington Commanders earned the No. 11 spot in Sports Illustrated’s 2025 NFC draft class rankings, receiving a B grade from NFL writer Gilberto Manzano.

Marshon Lattimore News / Riggo's Rag / May 5

Marshon Lattimore skating on thin ice after Commanders' draft steal

The Washington Commanders rounded off their cornerback room nicely with Trey Amos at No. 61 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft. However, one analyst believes this addition places four-time Pro Bowler Marshon Lattimore's long-term status in severe jeopardy.

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The way-too-early 2026 NFL mock draft

With the 2025 NFL Draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2026. Here's a look at our first 2026 mock draft as of April 29, 2025.

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The best selection each NFL team made in the 2025 draft

Which rookies will be difference-makers next season?

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / May 5

Predicting the Commanders’ primetime games in the 2025 season

The Washington Commanders are coming off their best season in over three decades, and with a challenging 2025 slate, their return to the national spotlight seems inevitable.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / May 5

NFL analyst rips Commanders' defense apart in ruthless takedown

The Washington Commanders focused their primary investments on the supporting cast around quarterback phenomenon Jayden Daniels this offseason. Adam Peters felt this was the correct call in pursuit of maximizing the signal-caller's rookie contract, but one NFL analyst believes it's come at a price.

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Commanders veteran CB, former first round pick named cut candidate

The Washington Commanders might have to make some changes this offseason when it comes to some veterans on the roster. Pro Football Network writer Sterling Xie believes that the team may end up saying goodbye to former first-round pick and cornerback Noah Igbinoghene.

Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / May 5

Jayden's Commanders Predicted To Surprise With 2 Rookie Starters

It was always going to be a tall order for the Washington Commanders and Jayden Daniels to replicate, or even better what they accomplished in 2024. A 12-win season and an NFC Championship appearance is a high bar, but that doesn't mean the franchise shouldn't try and clear it - which is exactly what they're trying to do.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / May 5

Commanders confirmed as NFL power players after landmark draft announcement

The Washington Commanders have surged to their rightful place among the NFL's powerhouses after decades in the wilderness. If head coach Dan Quinn's remarkable on-field resurgence wasn't enough, a major development regarding the 2027 draft cemented this notion emphatically.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / May 5

Commanders, Washington D.C. to host 2027 NFL Draft

The Washington Commanders are getting ready to host one of the league's biggest events. No, it's not the Super Bowl, but that could be in the cards with a new stadium deal in the works that is set to open in 2030 in the nation's capital.

NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / May 5

'That Is My Brother For Life': Malik Nabers Shows Loyalty To Jayden Daniels

Malik Nabers, wide receiver for the New York Giants, recently opened up about his close friendship with Jayden Daniels, his former LSU Tigers teammate.

Washington Commanders News / Field Level Media / May 5

Reports: Washington, D.C., to host 2027 NFL Draft

Washington, D.C., will host the 2027 NFL Draft, according to multiple media reports on Sunday night. An official announcement could be made Monday at the White House, where President Donald Trump's public schedule includes a "sports announcement" at 1 p.m., the Washington Post reported.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 4

Commanders set to host 2027 NFL Draft on National Mall

The Washington Commanders won’t worry about the 2027 NFL Draft for another two years. But their city now knows the location of the draft spectacle: National Mall.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / May 5

Washington Commanders to reveal huge news for the franchise to start the week with special meaning for the city

Though for many years the Washington Commanders were a laughingstock of an organization in the NFL, things have quickly changed since Josh Harris' ownership group came in. On the field, the results have been immediate, with Dan Quinn leading the team to the NFC Championship Game in January with the help of rookie QB Jayden Daniels.

Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / May 4

Commanders Deebo Poised for 2 Major Roles

One area of weakness for the Washington Commanders last season was no help for Terry McLaurin. While "Scary Terry" still put up over 1,000 yards and a career-high 13 touchdowns, the Commanders and general manager Adam Peters wanted to take some of the offensive burden off his plate.