Washington Commanders: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Preston Smith News / Field Level Media / September 17

Commanders sign DE Preston Smith to aid defense

The Washington Commanders reunited with defensive end Preston Smith on Wednesday, signing the free agent to help a line that lost Deatrich Wise Jr. to injury for the season.

Jonathan Jones News / Riggo's Rag / September 17

Commanders' next move after Jonathan Jones injury blow is painfully obvious

The hits keep coming for the Washington Commanders. And now, they will be without yet another established veteran presence acquired this offseason. Washington was already reeling from losing defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr.

Washington Commanders News / Total Apex Sports / September 17

Preston Smith’s Shocking Return To Washington: When Desperation Meets Destiny

Well, well, well. Look who’s back in burgundy and gold, folks. Preston Smith—yes, that Preston Smith—is officially returning to the Washington Commanders, and honestly, it feels like watching your high school quarterback come back to save homecoming after the starter gets hurt during warmups.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 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 2025 season.

Jayden Daniels News / Washington Commanders on SI / September 17

Jayden Daniels must hit these 'markers' to practice with Commanders

As the Washington Commanders return to practice, all eyes are going to be on the quarterback group. First and foremost, everyone will be watching to see

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 17

Commanders reuniting with former star pass rusher with 70.5 career sacks

The Washington Commanders are seeking to bolster their defense. They have a pretty solid group of players, especially in the front seven, but you could never have too many pass rushers.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / September 17

The Commanders reunite with a free agent to help fill in a void after losing a starter to a season-ending injury

The Washington Commanders are already banged up, only two weeks in the NFL season, and have multiple season-ending injuries to key starters. The season goes on, however, and the Commanders need someone to step up in the place of Deatrich Wise, who left the Green Bay Packers game on a cart and was later ruled out for the season with a quad injury.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 17

Commanders Sign DE Preston Smith, Place CB Jonathan Jones On IR

The Washington Commanders announced they have signed DE Preston Smith to a contract while placing CB Jonathan Jones on injured reserve to make room. Smith had a workout with the team yesterday and returns to where he started his career.

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25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about

As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / September 17

Commanders fell in the power rankings, and an analyst explained why

Things haven't gone as well as the Washington Commanders had hoped to open the 2025 season. They started the season off in the muck, struggling to get past NFC East foe the New York Giants in Week 1 and followed that up with another stinker by losing to the Green Bay Packers 27-18 on national TV on Thursday Night Football.

Deatrich Wise Jr. News / Riggo's Rag / September 17

Commanders land Deatrich Wise Jr. replacement nobody thought possible

There was a great deal of buzz among the fan base when the Washington Commanders brought in Preston Smith for a workout. And it seems as if those in power were suitably impressed by his capabilities.

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Washington Commanders News / Hogs Haven / September 17

Washington Commanders Free Agency: Preston Smith returns to D.C.

The Washington Commanders placed RB Austin Ekeler(Achilles) and DE Deatrich Wise Jr.(calf) on injured reserve after they both suffered injuries in Thursday night’s loss to the Green Bay Packers.

NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / September 17

Raiders coach just revealed his game plan to attack Commanders

The Washington Commanders laid a flat egg on the defensive side of the ball last week against the Green Bay Packers. Head coach Dan Quinn's defense didn't seem to be able to stop Jordan Love or the rushing attack led by bell cow Josh Jacobs.

Washington Commanders News / Hogs Haven / September 17

Washington needs its defensive playmakers to step up

The Washington Commanders’ defense has not forced a turnover in their first two games of the season. They are one of six teams remaining that have not forced a turnover so far.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / September 17

Commanders spark buzz about future plans with quiet roster clue

The Washington Commanders are reeling from the loss of defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr. to a season-ending injury. General manager Adam Peters is not one to sit on his hands, and a notable development before preparations for Week 3 begin indicates more moves could be coming.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / September 17

5 Commanders quietly moving up the depth chart during early turmoil

There has been a lot of panic connected to the Washington Commanders in recent days. There is also no need for fans to get overly concerned just yet, despite some early turmoil for head coach Dan Quinn's squad to navigate.

Preston Smith News / Pro Football Rumors / September 16

Commanders could reunite with former pass-rusher with 70 sacks on his resume

The Commanders need some help at defensive end after Deatrich Wise suffered a season-ending quad injury.

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Dan Quinn News / Washington Commanders on SI / September 16

Dan Quinn is worried about 1 thing after Commanders' latest loss

The Washington Commanders are back to work, looking to put lessons from their Week 2 loss to use and leave behind the mess as much as they can. Ultimately, says head coach Dan Quinn, that is what will determine if the Commanders grow from the experience or are doomed to repeat it moving forward.

Tom Brady News / A to Z Sports / September 16

NFL makes a statement on Tom Brady drama that's worrying Washington Commanders fans ahead of Week 3 matchup

Tom Brady has been a hot topic today, with a lot of people being critical of his involvement with the Las Vegas Raiders coaching staff and his broadcasting position.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / September 16

One rookie's role in the Commanders offense has gone from a want to a desperate need as they look to replace an injured starter

The Washington Commanders lost a handful of players in the game against the Green Bay Packers, including starting running back Austin Ekeler for the rest of the season.

Chase Edmonds News / Pro Football Rumors / September 15

Commanders to sign veteran RB amid recent injury

He will offer the team with a veteran presence if he receives a gameday elevation, though.

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Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 15

Commanders Officially Announce Five Roster Moves

The Washington Commanders announced they have placed RB Austin Ekeler and DE Deatrich Wise Jr. on injured reserve. Additionally, the Commanders have signed WR Chris Moore and DE Jalyn Holmes to the active roster from the practice squad.

Jayden Daniels News / Yardbarker / September 15