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Dan Quinn faces challenge of two important goals remaining for the Commanders' season that fall on a fine line

The Washington Commanders have the week off as they look to regroup for the final stretch of the season after going 3-8. The season isn't over by any means, and there are still a lot of things to watch for on the roster for head coach Dan Quinn.

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Washington Commanders Make Announcement on 2026 Madrid Game

The Washington Commanders are officially headed back to Madrid, as team president Mark Clouse confirmed the Commanders will be the designated home team in next year's game in Spain.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / November 21

The Commanders add much-needed speed to help Jayden Daniels and defense in latest 3-round 2026 NFL mock draft

The Washington Commanders are on their bye week with a 3-8 record, which makes for the perfect time to look ahead at the offseason with no game to worry about.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / November 21

A Commanders QB is making a surprise appearance on College GameDay

The days where we see college players joining NFL teams like the Washington Commanders carrying the kind of torch for their schools like we’re used to may be coming to an end in some ways.

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The 'Active 300-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

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Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / November 20

3 bold predictions for rest of Commanders' season

The Washington Commanders have one bye week and six games to put something together that points to the team being on some sort of upward trajectory, leaving the season, with playoff hopes all but gone at this point.

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College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

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.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / November 20

Commanders made a handful of roster moves during the bye week

ASHBURN, Va. – The Washington Commanders are on a bye week, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t work to be done. While players and at least some coaches

Jayden Daniels News / A to Z Sports / November 20

There's one major factor that will determine Commanders' decision on Jayden Daniels' health according to NFL insiders

The Washington Commanders are finally in their Week 12 bye week after starting 3-8, but this isn't a week off by any means. One of their biggest decisions of the season will take a major step forward during the bye week, with quarterback Jayden Daniels being reevaluated once again to see where he is in his recovery.

Deebo Samuel News / Riggo's Rag / November 20

Analyst details the colossal Commanders challenge redefining Deebo Samuel

The Washington Commanders began their aggressive recruitment during the offseason by trading for wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. This was projected to be the perfect running mate for second-team All-Pro wideout Terry McLaurin, giving quarterback Jayden Daniels a legitimate 1-2 punch to depend upon deep into the playoffs.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / November 20

The spark Dan Quinn needed might be appearing before Commanders' eyes

Adam Peters essentially cleaned house when he took over the Washington Commanders' front office in 2024. And it was desperately needed. There were two position groups where Peters quite literally started from scratch.

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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 / A to Z Sports / November 20

The Washington Commanders can get a massive win this weekend without even playing a game

The Washington Commanders are on their much-needed Week 12 bye week to regroup before the final stretch of the season, but there's still plenty to watch for this weekend.

Jacoby Jones News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 20

Commanders Re-Sign WR Jacoby Jones

The Washington Commanders announced they have re-signed WR Jacoby Jones to the practice squad. In correspondence, the Commanders have released S Daryl Worley from the practice squad.

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Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / November 20

Commanders hit pause while Kliff Kingsbury problem tightens its grip

Kliff Kingsbury was one of the hottest names on last year's head coaching cycle. The Washington Commanders' memorable run to the NFC Championship game, coupled with quarterback Jayden Daniels' phenomenal rookie impact, led many to believe the offensive coordinator could be in line for a second chance at a top job elsewhere.

Matt Gay News / Riggo's Rag / November 20

Commanders castoff instantly rockets into key role on playoff contender

The life of a kicker can be a rollercoaster in the NFL. One minute, you're being cast aside, and the next, you are presented with another massive opportunity when all hope was fading.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / November 20

4 bright spots (and 3 harsh truths) as Commanders hit critical bye week

It was a season in which the Washington Commanders were expected to challenge for the Super Bowl. Fans were legitimately hopeful for the first time in decades, but it's been an absolute disaster almost from start to finish.

Jayden Daniels News / Pro Football Rumors / November 19

Commanders could make major decision on QB Jayden Daniels

Ten months ago, the Commanders were celebrating an upset win over the Lions in the Divisional Round of the playoffs and preparing to face the Eagles for a chance at a Super Bowl berth all on the arms and legs of a rookie quarterback.

Commanders making this Jayden Daniels decision reportedly 'remains a possibility' amid lost season

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The 'Single-season QB rushing leaders' quiz

Matt Gay News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 19

49ers sign Matt Gay after Commanders release

The San Francisco 49ers host the Carolina Panthers for a Week 12 battle on Monday Night Football. The Panthers get a rare primetime game to showcase what they have been able to do all season long, which is play football at a high level.

Dan Quinn News / A to Z Sports / November 19

Dan Quinn takes advantage of head coaching change, plus two other familiar defensive coordinator candidates for Commanders

The Washington Commanders are off this week as they finally hit a much-needed bye week with a 3-8 record, but the work doesn't stop. Dan Quinn has already made roster and coaching changes after releasing Matt Gay, and we saw an improved defense after he took over as the defensive coordinator.

Jayden Daniels News / Yardbarker / November 19