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Former Washington Commanders star believes rookie Jaylin Lane prepping for unique role, ‘I would not be surprised…’

The Washington Commanders made several additions to the offense during the offseason, including rookie wide receiver Jaylin Lane. The fourth round draft pick is now hoping to make an impact alongside Jayden Daniels and the rest of the group, in a role that may grow over time.

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Analyst slams Commanders player as biggest bust before he’s played a down

As the Washington Commanders look to capitalize on their stunning run to the NFC Championship game in 2024, they'll be doing so with several new faces in town.

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Pro Bowl safety still searching for a team as Commanders fit key priority

We oftentimes focus on what a team like the Washington Commanders is looking for in new players. Whether it be through trades, signings, or the NFL Draft, every step of the way, we're constantly reminding ourselves of what a Commanders player looks like, to help narrow down the pool of candidates.

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This Commanders camp battle might be the fiercest one fans will see all summer

Throughout the 2024 season, the Washington Commanders struggled to develop a reliable second wide receiver. The undisputed alpha, Terry McLaurin, was a consistent threat all year long, but his primary sidekick was in a continual state of flux.

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Why a Commanders veteran has the most to prove in 2025

If you cover or cheer for the Washington Commanders you want all of the players to do well, right? Clearly, on the fan side of things, nobody roots for their favorite team to lose.

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Superstar athletes whose careers ended with a whimper

Let's take a look at some great careers that ended on less than stellar notes.

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Justin Simmons sends clear message the Commanders can't ignore

The Washington Commanders seem content with what they have in the secondary right now. But letting Jeremy Chinn walk in free agency leaves them short of dependability on the backend unless one of their fringe players takes a major leap.

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Commanders weigh future of standout wide receiver amid growing tension

The NFL is always fast-paced and changing. Every offseason, there are trades, free agency, and the NFL Draft that drastically alter the futures of organizations and players.

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Former Commanders QB Robert Griffin III draws backlash over viral post

Former Washington Commanders quarterback Robert Griffin III has never been one to bite his tongue and somehow always finds himself in controversy, so his jumping into the Angel Reese conversation is no surprise.

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Commanders unveil new look with echoes of a storied past

The Washington Commanders are out to prove that their 2024 campaign, which led them to the NFC Championship game, isn't a fluke. Many have already drunk

Terry McLaurin News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 11

Latest On Commanders WR Terry McLaurin’s Extension Negotiations

The Commanders remain in a standoff with WR Terry McLaurin as they negotiate a new extension heading into his final year under contract. Bleacher Report’s James Palmer had a segment on McLaurin updating the situation.

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Who is the longest-tenured coordinator for every NFL franchise?

Here are the longest-tenured offensive or defensive coordinators in every team's history.

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Jayden Daniels reacts to Commanders uniform release

The Washington Commanders are leaning into their storied past for the 2025 season, making some changes to their uniforms. The Commanders officially revealed their throwback alternate uniforms earlier this week, something that Managing Partner Josh Harris promised and spearheaded the efforts to make this possible.

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Mike Florio believes the Washington Commanders are plotting name change, ‘they’re tiptoeing toward…’

The Washington Commanders revealed a new jersey this week, titled their ‘Super Bowl era’ alternate uniforms. The new look instantly brought back the nostalgia of days gone by, and the uniform closely resembles that of an era many fans want to bring back.

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Adam Peters News / Riggo's Rag / July 11

It's not even training camp but Commanders signing already has one foot out the door

Adam Peters will have a good lay of the land regarding the Washington Commanders' roster heading into training camp. And one recent acquisition might already have one foot out of the door.

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2 Commanders past head coach hiring failures recognized

The Washington Commanders have had a long history of struggling, especially in the 21st Century. Before last season when Dan Quinn came in as the team's head coach, it was a role the franchise seemed to never be able to get right.

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Commanders have one glaring need to address before training camp

The Washington Commanders boast one of the best teams in the NFL, but they are far from perfect. They have a good chunk of what they need in order to compete for a Super Bowl, but one position in particular is still a big need for the team.

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7 Commanders underdogs who could erupt into camp breakouts

Players and staff are entering their final period of extended rest before their bye weeks during the season. Training camps around the league begin later this month, and it's an especially important one for the Washington Commanders as they look to cement their status among the contenders moving forward.

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10 greatest Washington Commanders teams of all time

In today’s Washington Commanders world, a former Super Bowl hero urged the team to pay its star wide receiver. And Joe Theismann knows how important it is to keep a talent like Terry McLaurin happy.

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Washington Commanders get called out for questionable offseason moves and find themselves close to the bottom of the barrel

With the dust settled from the offseason and the start of training camp less than two weeks away, ESPN analyst Seth Walder recently decided to grade each team's offseason moves and it's safe to say he's not a fan of what the Washington Commanders did, for the most part.

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