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Latest reports say Commanders' top free agent option could actually be available this offseason

The Washington Commanders have a lot of work to do this offseason now that the majority of the coaching staff changes are done. The roster needs significant work, with 33 pending free agents for the Commanders and multiple positions in need of an upgrade.

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Commanders Logo Change Rumors Gain Momentum Following New Stadium Reveal

The Washington Commanders’ identity has long been a topic of debate. Fans remember the franchise’s original Redskins name, followed by years of controversy and discussion before the team temporarily changed to the Washington Football Team.

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.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 3

Commanders Named as Trade Destination for NFL’s Fastest Player

The Washington Commanders are looking to turn the page on their unsuccessful 2025 season. They have hired new coaches across the board and can now begin focusing on how to improve the roster to turn the clock back to the success they had in 2024 when they made the NFC Championship Game.

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The 'Skill-position Pro-Bowlers' quiz

How many of the offensive skill-position players to be named a Pro Bowler for the 2025-26 season (including the players replaced AND their alternates) can you name in five minutes?

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The '2025 NFL first-team All-Pro' quiz

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 3

Commanders proven right after Kliff Kingsbury's offseason takes yet another grim turn

The Washington Commanders wasted no time making a change to the coaching staff after a disastrous season, and some were shocked by the decisions that were made.

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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 / A to Z Sports / February 3

Washington Commanders miss on top assistant coach option at key position to NFC East rival

The Washington Commanders underwent a lot of coaching changes this offseason, with a new offensive and defensive coordinator taking over in 2026. Head coach Dan Quinn selected Daronte Jones as the new defensive coordinator to bring over the Minnesota Vikings successful defense, and now he has to build out his staff.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 3

Commanders may have leaked new logo design or alternate uniform theme in latest social media post

The Washington Commanders are moving on from a disastrous 2025 season and looking ahead to 2026. Washington is making many changes on the field this offseason, but it could also be making notable changes off the field as well.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 2

Former Commanders OC Kliff Kingsbury Could Join Rival's Staff

Former Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury is still searching for his next landing spot. After a mutual parting of ways with the Commanders, there was speculation that suggested Kingsbury might pursue another head coaching opportunity.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 2

Latest NFL coaching domino means Commanders are likely to keep key assistant coach on offense

The Washington Commanders have undergone many staffing changes this season, and more could happen with dominoes still falling around the league. Assistant coaches usually shuffle around when a team hires a new coordinator.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 2

Commanders 7-Round 2026 NFL Mock Draft: Washington addresses defense while Senior Bowl standouts make debut

The Washington Commanders are back home after making their rounds at the college All-Star events around the country, including the 2026 Senior Bowl. NFL Draft boards are receiving a huge update this week with many players rising, while others watch their stock fall.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / February 1

Commanders can take advantage of EDGE depth in 2026 NFL Draft to select best player available with No. 7 overall pick

The Washington Commanders are in the process of building their big board of prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft before the NFL Combine and pro days, and they have many needs to fill.

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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.

Jayden Daniels News / A to Z Sports / February 1

Senior Bowl standouts prove Commanders can add weapons for Jayden Daniels with late-round NFL Draft picks

The Washington Commanders were on site at the 2026 Panini Senior Bowl, where top prospects in the NFL Draft come to compete and boost their stocks. You'll also see a handful of underdogs and gems of the draft impress by making big plays all week at practice.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / February 1

Latest 2026 NFL mock draft has Commanders making controversial selection that fits their needs

The Washington Commanders are hitting the ground running as the NFL Draft season kicks off, and mock drafts will be flying off the press from now until April.

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The 'Skill-position Pro-Bowlers' quiz

The 'Super Bowl starting QBs' quiz

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The 'Most TD in first two NFL seasons' quiz

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 1

Kliff Kingsbury could get revenge on Commanders after being linked to landing with NFC East rival

The Washington Commanders ended the season with changes that needed to be made, and they wasted no time moving on from both coordinators. At the time, it seemed like a shock to part ways with offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury after all the success he had with quarterback Jayden Daniels in 2024, but that's what the Commanders decided to do.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / January 31

Commanders continue massive coaching staff changes, including notable fan favorite

The Washington Commanders made a change at defensive coordinator, and it was just the first domino to fall for the coaching staff. After hiring Daronte Jones as the new defensive coordinator, more changes were expected instead of in-house promotions.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / January 31

Commanders' chances of losing top assistant coach increased after interviewing for offensive coordinator position

The Washington Commanders made a lot of coaching changes this offseason, and they're heading into the next season with two new coordinators The changes come with a lot of unknowns, especially with David Blough and Daronte Jones both getting their first NFL coordinator positions.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 31

Commanders making flurry of changes to coaching staff

The Washington Commanders are embarking on a significant defensive reconstruction following a disappointing 5-12 campaign that saw their unit finish dead last in total yards allowed.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 31

Why Commanders Season Wasn't a Total Failure

The Washington Commanders struggled mightily in the 2025 campaign, notching just five wins in the 17-game schedule. The team finished 7 games worse than the year before and missed the playoffs, which was a big difference between what they were able to do the year before when they made all the way to the NFC championship.