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Jayden Daniels Looking to Snap Dubious Streak Dating Back to Last October — Commanders Daily

The Washington Commanders are trying to dig out of an early-season hole. Their star quarterback is also trying to break free from a streak nobody ever wants to be a part of, as he hasn't won a game as a starter since October 5, 2025, against the Chargers, which will be 392 days on Sunday.

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Commanders WR Treylon Burks downgraded on injury report before Eagles game

The Washington Commanders just put star wide receiver Terry McLaurin on season-ending injured reserve after his knee injury against the San Francisco 49ers.

Sonny Styles News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 29

Commanders Rookie Power Rankings: Sonny Styles' No. 1 Spot Faces a Real Challenge

It's been two weeks since we last visited the Washington Commanders Rookie Power Rankings, but Washington has only played one game since then. The 23–17 loss to San Francisco gave us another look at the rookies before the bye, and while some have strengthened their cases, others haven't done much to help theirs.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 29

Commanders’ Stefon Diggs gives NSFW Dan Quinn endorsement despite calls for his job

The Washington Commanders are not doing so great so far under the watch of Dan Quinn, but wide receiver Stefon Diggs isn’t going to let calls for the team to part ways with the head coach pass without giving his thoughts on it.

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?

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The '2K yards through 2 NFL seasons' quiz

Tony Pollard News / Athlon Sports / October 29

Will the Commanders Trade for Tony Pollard? A 3.6-Yard Rushing Average Says They Should

Tony Pollard is the kind of running back a team like the Washington Commanders should be calling about. Washington’s leading rusher, Jacory Croskey-Merritt, averaged 3.6 yards per carry before landing on injured reserve with a groin injury, and Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox named Washington the ideal landing spot for the Titans back Thursday.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 29

NFL teams facing must-win games in Week 8

Here are three teams that desperately need a win to keep their playoff hopes alive.

NFL Week 8 prime-time predictions: Eagles keep plummeting, while Seahawks keep soaring

Nick Sirianni reacts to Nick Foles questioning the Eagles' culture amid losing streak

5 more NFL trade candidates to watch after Quenton Nelson, DeForest Buckner deals

The '2024 NFL rushing TD leaders' quiz

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 29

Commanders’ Depth Faces Three Games in 12 Days With Their Season on the Line

On Sunday night (November 1), the Washington Commanders host the Philadelphia Eagles; they’ll be playing for the first time in 13 days after a tale of two halves against the 49ers on MNF.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 29

After winless October, Commanders, Eagles chase season turnaround

Both teams tossed their October scripts in the shredder and are seeking a November reboot Sunday night when the Washington Commanders host the Philadelphia Eagles.

Da'Ron Payne News / Lindy's Sports / October 29

Commanders' latest roster news could affect Daron Payne trade

On Wednesday, Oct. 28 the Washington Commanders announced that they are designating third-year defensive tackle Jer’Zhan Newton to return to practice, starting his 21-day window where the team can add him back to the active roster.

Dan Quinn News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 29

Washington’s No. 2 Blitz Rate Hasn’t Solved Dan Quinn’s Pass-Rush Problem — Commanders Daily

The Washington Commanders are in an odd spot: they rank second in the NFL in blitz percentage, behind only the Minnesota Vikings, but are tied for 14th in pressures and tied for 22nd in sacks.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 29

Commanders defender guarantees win over Eagles in Week 8

Want to get rich? Bet your house, car, life savings, and soul on the Washington Commanders against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. That is, if you have full faith in Amik Robertson.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 28

Austin Ekeler Is Ready for More as Commanders Face Eagles With Croskey-Merritt Still Out

After Austin Ekeler's first three games back with Washington, Commanders head coach Dan Quinn updated everyone on the running back Wednesday: "Now I think

Terry McLaurin News / Pro Football Rumors / October 28

Commanders Designate DT Jer’Zhan Newton For Return, Place WR Terry McLaurin On IR

The Commanders have designated defensive tackle Jer’Zhan Newton to return from injured reserve, per a team announcement. They will have 21 days to activate him.

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

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The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

Terry McLaurin News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 28

Commanders Announce Three Moves, Place WR Terry McLaurin On IR

The Washington Commanders announced they officially placed WR Terry McLaurin on injured reserve, signed WR Van Jefferson from the practice squad to the active roster, and signed OLB Kyle Kennard to the practice squad.

Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 28

Commanders Designate DT Jer’Zhan Newton To Return

The Washington Commanders announced they have designated DT Jer’Zhan Newton to return from injured reserve. He’s been out since mid-August after suffering a pectoral injury.

Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / October 28

Dan Quinn Believes in the Commanders, but Daron Payne's Expiring $28 Million Deal Says Sell

Washington spent its bye week hearing that the heat is building on Dan Quinn, and Quinn spent it insisting he still believes in this roster. What the Commanders do with Daron Payne over the next two weeks will show whether the front office in Ashburn sees it the same way.

Jayden Daniels News / Total Pro Sports / October 28

Jayden Daniels’ Massive Trade Value Revealed — NFC Super Bowl Contender Emerges As Potential Suitor

After a stellar rookie campaign, Jayden Daniels has not replicated that success with the Washington Commanders. He was mostly out in year two. Now in his third year, it’s safe to say that his team has regressed again.

Washington Commanders News / Lindy's Sports / October 28

Washington is listening on Daron Payne and other vets

Pro Football Rumors flagged Monday that Washington could be willing to take offers from contenders before the Nov. 10 deadline. The team returns from its bye in Week 8 with two games left to change its own story.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 28

NFL Week 8 prime-time predictions: Eagles keep plummeting, while Seahawks keep soaring

Each week, Yardbarker previews prime-time NFL games on Thursday, Sunday and Monday nights, predicting the result of each.

4 wide receivers emerging as the true go-to targets in the NFL

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Matt LaFleur on Micah Parsons' potential return to practice: 'I sure hope so'

The 'Most 10-sack NFL seasons' quiz

Antonio Williams News / TWSN / October 28

Antonio Williams’ Expanding Opportunity Makes Him a Week 8 Sleeper to Watch

With a Washington Commanders’ passing offense looking for players to step up in some capacity to fill the void left by Terry McLauirn’s injury, that leads to players like Antonio Williams having the ability to step up and be fantasy league sleepers.

Da'Ron Payne News / A to Z Sports / October 26

Two Daron Payne trade proposals could help Commanders reshape roster before NFL deadline arrives in Washington

With Washington weighing its options before the trade deadline, two hypothetical Daron Payne deals explore whether a receiver or linebacker could offer more value.

Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / October 26

Commanders Open To Trade Offers?

The Commanders are set to return from their bye in Week 8. They have two games remaining until next month’s trade deadline. Sitting at 1-4-1 on the year, Washington is not in position to operate as a buyer on the trade front.