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Analyst Predicts Commanders Poach Rival Receiver in Free Agency

If the Washington Commanders don’t bring back receiver Deebo Samuel, they may look within the NFC East Division to find his replacement in New York Giants free agent, Wan’Dale Robinson.

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Commanders 2026 Offseason: Team Needs, Pending FAs, Draft Picks & More

Projected Cap Space: $68.7 million Draft Picks: 6 1st (No. 7) 3rd (No. 71) 5th (No. 145) 6th (No. 185) 6th (No. 196, MIN) 7th (No. 223) Notable Free Agents:

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 15

Commanders send ‘heartbroken’ message after Tre’ Johnson’s death

The Washington Commanders community is mourning the loss of one of its most reliable anchors from the 1990s. Tre’ Johnson, a former Pro Bowl offensive guard who spent the bulk of his career in the nation’s capital, passed away suddenly on Sunday, Feb.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 15

Washington Pro Bowl OL Passes Away Suddenly

The Washington Commanders organization is mourning the loss of former offensive lineman Tre Johnson, who passed away Sunday at the age of 54. Johnson passed away during a family trip, according to his wife, Irene.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 15

Jeremy Fowler Sees Path for Quick Turnaround in Washington

According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Washington Commanders are “Somewhere between contention and reset,” and that is a bad place for a team to be after

David Blough News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 15

Young Commanders OC David Blough's Inexperience Could Come Into Play

David Blough has gone from backup quarterback to Washington Commanders offensive coordinator in just three years. It's a deep climb for Blough in a short amount of time, but he explained how his experience in the league will help him in this particular position.

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The most awful NFL coaching jobs of all time

As franchises prepare wish lists for their next hires, numerous cautionary tales exist. Here are the worst head-coaching tenures since the 1970 merger.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 15

Commanders' All-Pro defender is poised for a massive bounce-back season under Daronte Jones

The Washington Commanders have made drastic changes this offseason, but they were needed after a nightmare of a 2025 season. The biggest changes needed to happen on defense after finishing with a bottom-three defense in the NFL last year.

Ian Rapoport News / Last Word On Sports / February 15

Ian Rapoport Expects 'Fireworks' From Washington Commanders in Free Agency

Free agency is coming, and the Washington Commanders are once again in a position where they need to make some bold moves on both sides of the ball. Decisions over the past two years have put them in this spot, especially due to the fact that they have some aging veterans on the roster.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 15

Commanders DC Daronte Jones Reflects on LSU Tenure

Before returning home to the DMV to coach the Washington Commanders, defensive coordinator Daronte Jones has been around the block in coaching circles.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 15

Commanders' Dan Quinn Expresses Confidence in OC David Blough

Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn is confident in what offensive coordinator David Blough can bring to the team. Blough, 30, has been with the Commanders for the past two seasons under Quinn's staff as an assistant quarterbacks coach.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 14

Commanders need to make insider's bold prediction come true if they want a chance at winning the NFC East in 2026

One can argue that the Washington Commanders are under the most pressure in the 2026 NFL offseason after a 5-12 season, just one year removed from an NFC Championship appearance.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 14

Limited Draft Capital Forces Commanders to Be Aggressive in Free Agency

The Washington Commanders are expected to be very aggressive this offseason. With clear needs on their defensive edge, something acknowledged by Commanders

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Jayden Daniels News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 14

Analyst Picks Jayden Daniels Over Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson for MVP

Drake Maye became the first quarterback from the 2024 NFL Draft class to lead his team to a Super Bowl appearance, but according to at least one analyst, Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels will be the first to win league MVP.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 14

Commanders make coaching hire that will improve weakest position, and link them to NFL Draft prospect

The Washington Commanders made multiple changes to the coaching staff this offseason, and they weren't done yet. Head coach Dan Quinn made the call and brought in Daronte Jones as the new defensive coordinator after being blown away in his interview.

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Dan Quinn News / Last Word On Sports / February 14

Dan Quinn’s QB Coach Hire Raises Eyebrows Inside Washington

Former Washington Commanders running back and now radio host Brian Mitchell seemingly spilled the tea about some possible dissension within the Commanders organization.

David Blough News / Last Word On Sports / February 14

Commanders Offensive Coordinator David Blough Plans To Build Offense Around This Player

It has only been a week, and new Washington Commanders Offensive Coordinator David Blough is already making waves in Ashburn. For those unfamiliar with Blough, he has only been coaching since 2024.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 13

Commanders poach defensive assistant from LSU

With the Washington Commanders in the midst of the 2026 offseason, the team has been making some changes to the coaching staff under head coach Dan Quinn.

Dan Quinn News / A to Z Sports / February 13

Chris Simms sends a stern shot at Dan Quinn and Commanders for their offseason decisions

The Washington Commanders started the offseason with a bang when they decided to move on from both coordinators, and it wasn't received well by everyone.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 12

3 sneaky good NFL free agents Commanders must sign in 2026 offseason

The pressure is on for Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn in 2026, and he has taken a big chance with young coordinators. Things could be easier if the team does things the right way over the next couple of months.

Adam Peters News / Last Word On Sports / February 12

Adam Peters After Two Years: Progress or Just Promise in Washington?

When Adam Peters took over the Washington Commanders, he was not exactly stepping into an ideal situation. He walked into a franchise that had been losing for over thirty years.

Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / February 10

Commanders Eyeing Laremy Tunsil Extension; Latest On Daron Payne

Laremy Tunsil has brought back two big trade packages in his career. While the haul the Texans parted with to acquire the veteran left tackle dwarfs what the Commanders sent to Houston for his rights, Washington still included four draft picks to upgrade at the premium position.

Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 10

Commanders Re-Sign P Tress Way

The Washington Commanders announced they have re-signed P Tress Way to a one-year extension. Way, 35, wound up signing on with the Bears as an undrafted free agent back in 2013.