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Commanders castoff quietly crafting an unlikely resurgence elsewhere

The Washington Commanders had the Sunday off before their Week 6 showdown against the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football, leaving fans busy flipping channels between the rest of the league.

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Commanders DC previews Bears offense, QB Caleb Williams

The Washington Commanders defense will have a tall task when they face off against the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football. Commanders defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr.

Washington Commanders News / Hogs Haven / October 13

Week 5 Stats Update – Commanders on Leaders Boards

The Commanders’ second season under the Peters/Quinn regime has started out as a roller coaster ride, with the team alternating between wins and losses

NFL News / Hogs Haven / October 13

Bears at Commanders: Previewing tonight’s Monday Night Football game

No. 1 – Last year’s Hail Mary play The key word’s in that sub-titles are “last year’s”. As Jayden Daniels so eloquently put it earlier this week, “That Hail Mary isn’t going to help us win a game on Monday.“ Okay.

Commanders Around the Web

Jayden Daniels and the QB battle that unlocked his greatness · ESPN

Inside Jayden Daniels vs. Caleb Williams 2.0: A year after the Hail Mary · ESPN

Terry McLaurin injury update: Commanders star WR could return for Week 7 vs. Cowboys, per report · CBSSports.com

Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most starts by an NFL quarterback' quiz

How many of the 44 NFL quarterbacks to start at least 150 games in the Super Bowl Era (since 1966) can you name in six minutes?

The 'Rookie passing leaders by NFL franchise' quiz

The 'Last QB to win a playoff game by NFL team' quiz

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

Deebo Samuel News / Riggo's Rag / October 13

Is Deebo Samuel playing today? Full injury update for Commanders WR in Week 6

The Washington Commanders are severely depleted in their wide receiver unit heading into Week 6 against the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football. It could get even worse for head coach Dan Quinn and offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury if another accomplished pass-caster is unable to participate.

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.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

NFL News / Riggo's Rag / October 13

3 wildly bold predictions for Commanders' primetime showdown against Bears

The bright lights of Monday Night Football await the Washington Commanders when the Chicago Bears come to town. This invoked memories of last season's Hail Mary miracle, but head coach Dan Quinn's squad is firmly focused on what comes next rather than looking back.

Jayden Daniels News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 12

Commanders' QB 'strikes a lot of fear' in opposing coaches

While some are worried about Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels being in the early stages of a sophomore slump after missing two of the team’s first five games, others around the NFL are more concerned about being part of his next highlight reel.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / October 12

Commanders mock draft stunner could end run for injury-prone veteran

The Washington Commanders have dealt with some significant injury problems to begin the season. Among the most concerning have centered on the wide receiver room.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / October 12

The Commanders could be compensated extra draft capital when the season ends because of one devastating situation

The Washington Commanders had a relatively quiet free agency this past offseason, but they still managed to sign quality players like Deatrich Wise and Javon Kinlaw, while making trades for Deebo Samuel and Laremy Tunsil.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The 25 best single-game rushing performances in NFL playoff history

To go with Yardbarker's offerings on the best playoff passing and receiving performances, here are the top rushing games in NFL postseason history.

Jacory Croskey-Merritt News / Riggo's Rag / October 12

Kliff Kingsbury drops challenge that could change Jacory Croskey-Merritt’s future

The Washington Commanders head into their Week 6 game against the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football depleted at the wide receiver position. Not exactly ideal, but it's something Kliff Kingsbury has coped with effectively up to now.