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Washington Commanders Release Kicker Matt Gay

It’s a tale as old as time in the NFL: you miss, you’re dismissed. For Washington Commanders Kicker Matt Gay, that story became a harsh reality. On Monday, the team announced they were parting ways with Gay, a move that felt as inevitable as a commercial break during a two-minute drill.

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Commanders release PK Matt Gay

The Washington Commanders have released kicker Matt Gay, the team announced on Monday. After two solid seasons in Indianapolis, Gay, 31, was released by the Colts on April 10, 2025 and quickly signed a one-year, $4.25 million deal two weeks later with Washington.

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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.

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Commanders Cut K Matt Gay

The Washington Commanders announced that they have released K Matt Gay. He had two misses in Sunday’s loss to the Dolphins in Spain, including the potential

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / November 17

NFL blindsides Commanders fans with a decision that defies explanation

The Washington Commanders' sensational run to the NFC Championship game in 2024 put them back in the national spotlight. It was a long time coming, as reflected by the number of stand-alone games head coach Dan Quinn's squad was given before the campaign.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / November 17

Commanders QB says “it is what it is” as season spirals

There was plenty of fanfare for the Washington Commanders entering their Week 11 matchup against the Miami Dolphins, thanks to the NFL holding the game in Madrid, Spain, for the first time in history.

Javon Kinlaw News / Riggo's Rag / November 17

Javon Kinlaw might've just made the jump Commanders fans were waiting for

The Washington Commanders took yet another loss, their sixth in a row, as they fell in overtime to the Miami Dolphins in the NFL's inaugural Madrid game.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / November 17

Commanders' draft projection puts Quan Martin firmly on the chopping block

The Washington Commanders are now 3-8 after a defeat to the Miami Dolphins. There are still six games left to navigate after the bye week. Still, fans have already turned their attention to what promises to be a tenure-defining offseason for general manager Adam Peters.

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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'

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.

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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.

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.

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 / 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.