Washington Commanders: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / November 17

Dan Quinn might've finally found the formula to reignite Mike Sainristil

Listed at 5-foot-10 and 183 pounds, cornerback Mike Sainristil is the smallest player on the Washington Commanders’ roster. That has never been seen as a problem because of the Michigan product's savvy and toughness.

Zach Ertz News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 17

Commanders’ Zach Ertz calls out field at Madrid’s Bernabeu Stadium

The Washington Commanders’ issues started long before their trip to Spain. After a 28-7 Monday Night Football loss to the Chiefs in late October dropped Washington to 3-5, tight end Zach Ertz delivered an urgent warning about the team’s inconsistency.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / November 17

The Commanders need to fix another season-long mistake during the bye week after recent success showed impact of change

The Washington Commanders head into their Week 12 bye week on a six-game losing streak and need time to regroup for the final stretch of the season. There have been many issues with the Commanders' season, including injuries, the defense, and the refusal to make necessary changes.

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Matt Gay News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 17

Commanders’ Matt Gay was absolutely distraught after missing game-winning field goal vs. Dolphins

The Washington Commanders took a tough loss against the Miami Dolphins, as the game went into overtime and ultimately fell by a field goal. The Commanders had a chance to win the game at the end of regulation, but Matt Gay missed a 56-yard field goal with 15 seconds left.

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College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

NFL draft stock is fluid from the start of the college football season until it concludes. These 20 players have risen up draft boards in 2025 as a result of their strong start to the season.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 17

Commanders legend Joe Theismann subtext speaks volumes on Trump, stadium name

Washington Commanders legend Joe Theismann has never been shy about speaking his mind. That is, until now. Amid reports that President Donald Trump has privately pushed for the team’s upcoming stadium to bear his name, Theismann’s measured response has drawn as much attention as any statement could.

Dan Quinn News / Washington Commanders on SI / November 17

Dan Quinn gives honest take after Commanders suffer their eighth loss

Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn is tired of losing. After the team lost 16-13 to the Miami Dolphins in their Week 11 game in Madrid, Quinn gave a candid answer when asked about the team's latest loss.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / November 17

Commanders' collapse fuels rising Kliff Kingsbury scrutiny after Dolphins loss

The Washington Commanders lost yet again in the NFL's inaugural Madrid game. The Miami Dolphins handed them their sixth defeat in a row, dropping them to a dismal 3-8 on the season.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / November 17

Failed Commanders experiment suddenly looks like the real deal on his new team

The Washington Commanders whiffed on Emmanuel Forbes Jr. Ron Rivera chose him over Christian Gonzalez, and the repercussions were severe. But it's starting to look like a fresh start has galvanized the oft-criticized cornerback.

Marcus Mariota News / Washington Commanders on SI / November 17

Marcus Mariota sends crystal clear message to Commanders’ teammates

The Washington Commanders are taking the long flight back to the nation's capital with a lot of disappointment after falling 16-13 to the Miami Dolphins in Madrid.

NFL News / Yardbarker

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

NFL News / Riggo's Rag / November 17

3 winners (and 4 losers) from Commanders' calamity against the Dolphins

The Washington Commanders were looking to gain some semblance of positivity before the bye. Head coach Dan Quinn made drastic changes throughout the week, but the same problems persisted in a calamitous loss to the Miami Dolphins.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / November 17

Commanders 2026 NFL Draft: Where Washington is projected to pick following brutal loss to Dolphins, and potential roster needs

The Washington Commanders' nightmare season continues after suffering their sixth straight loss in one of the more frustrating ways possible. It was a different country, but the same results as the Miami Dolphins take advantage of critical mistakes by the Commanders and win in overtime in Madrid, Spain, after a Marcus Mariota interception.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / November 17

'SNF' takeaways: Eagles defense feasts on Lions in impressive showing

'SNF' takeaways: Eagles defense feasts on Lions in latest impressive showing

The Philadelphia Eagles completely shut down the potent Detroit Lions offense in a 16-9 win on "Sunday Night Football."

Jordan Love's late TD pass vs. Giants helps Packers avoid third straight loss

Cardinals' Jacoby Brissett makes NFL history in loss to 49ers

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Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / November 16

Commanders' defense had 2 heroic stands, but it wasn't enough

MADRID – The Washington Commanders’ 16-13 loss to the Miami Dolphins in Week 11 is just all-around bad news. For starters, it means the Commanders now have eight losses this season, three more than they had all of last year, and are nearly guaranteed to finish this season with a losing record.

Dan Quinn News / A to Z Sports / November 16

Dan Quinn proved everyone wrong after difficult decision leads to a bright spot in loss to Dolphins

The Washington Commanders lost an ugly game against the Miami Dolphins to fall to 3-8 on the season, and unofficially ended the season with the playoffs out of reach.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / November 16

Commanders' undrafted gem suddenly threatening a major depth chart shakeup

For all the things that the Washington Commanders have tried to solve under general manager Adam Peters, one position quietly sits at the crossroads of short-term necessity and long-term uncertainty.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 16

Commanders most to blame for NFL Madrid Game loss to Dolphins

The Commanders and Dolphins gave NFL fans in Madrid an incredible game to cap off this season’s international series. Washington lost 16-13 in overtime against Miami in a thrilling game for Spain’s NFL fans.

Adam Peters News / Riggo's Rag / November 16

Adam Peters can't ignore the fatal mistake that finally caught up to him

Things have unraveled quickly for the Washington Commanders this season. They were beaten in overtime by the Miami Dolphins, their sixth straight loss.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 16

The Commanders fall to the Dolphins in Spain because of costly mistakes by key players, and one returning problem

The Washington Commanders just lost their sixth straight game after a disappointing loss to the Miami Dolphins in Madrid, Spain, and now they head to a needed bye week.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / November 16

Chris Rodriguez Jr. just proved what Commanders fans always suspected

The Washington Commanders shot themselves in the foot with an overtime loss to the Miami Dolphins. Their international game was largely underwhelming, but a crucial interception by quarterback Marcus Mariota eventually proved the team's undoing.