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Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / May 27

Commanders OTAs: Injury updates, a franchise legend receives a well-deserved honor, building an offense, plus more

The Commanders held their first of several OTAs over the next few weeks and there are plenty of updates to discuss. The Washington Commanders kicked off the first day of OTAs on Wednesday and there are some tangible takeaways even though it’s still extremely early in the offseason.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / May 27

Jayden Daniels is up to his old tricks and it will help the Commanders offense overcome a new challenge in 2026

Jayden Daniels received the benefit of playing in the same system for the first two years in his career, but that changes in 2026 with new offensive coordinator David Blough.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / May 27

Commanders Roster Bubble Players to Watch Heading Into 2026 OTAs

The 2026 Commanders have a roster that is clearly improved over the last two seasons. Not to say the roster doesn't have some question marks, because it does, but Adam Peters' rebuild is coming along in year three.

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Jayden Daniels News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 27

The ‘pleasant surprise’ at Commanders OTAs that Jayden Daniels will love

The Washington Commanders are currently taking part in OTAs as they prepare for the upcoming 2026 NFL season. The Commanders are looking to bounce back after a rough 2025 campaign that saw them miss the playoffs altogether on the heels of 2024’s surprise run to the NFC Championship Game.

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 27

Commanders coach Dan Quinn’s Jayden Daniels revelation is game-changer

The Washington Commanders may be preparing for a significant offensive adjustment in 2026, and head coach Dan Quinn revealed during organized team activities that quarterback Jayden Daniels is already at the center of it.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / May 27

Commanders 53-Man Roster Projection: Who Makes the Cut Before OTAs?

The Washington Commanders are a franchise looking to rebound from an injury-riddled 2025 season in which their roster depth was put to the test. General

Eddie Goldman News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 26

Giants Working Out Veteran DT Eddie Goldman

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Giants are working out veteran DT Eddie Goldman on Tuesday. Goldman, 32, is a former second-round pick of the Bears back in 2015.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 26

1 Commanders player in danger of losing starting job after OTAs

The Washington Commanders are still trying to put the pieces of their wide receiver group together. That’s true even though Terry McLaurin is excited about his potential target share.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / May 25

Commanders’ long shot rookie finds himself on a list any rookie would want to be on heading into OTAs

The Commanders are looking into every player on their roster heading into OTAs and there’s one rookie that has a chance to turn some heads in the coming weeks.

Stefon Diggs News / Yardbarker / May 25

Stefon Diggs reacts to potential Commanders signing

With Diggs cleared from his legal situation and training camp right around the corner, it's time he finds a new home.

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Major NFL insider finally addresses 'really sad' Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini situation

New information emerges about potential A.J. Brown trade

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

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Odafe Oweh News / Football Analysis / May 25

Commanders Spend $100M On Oweh After ‘Panic’ Offseason Guts Roster

The ink barely dried on one contract before the next one landed. Washington’s front office moved through free agency like a building was on fire, stacking signings on top of signings, writing checks that would reshape every position group on the roster.

Jayden Daniels News / Washington Commanders on SI / May 24

RGIII Says One Thing Could Make Or Break Jayden Daniels And The Commanders

If there's anyone who knows what it's like to transition from highly anticipated rookie to franchise star, it's former Washington quarterback Robert Griffin III.

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David Blough News / Washington Commanders on SI / May 24

RGIII Breaks Down How David Blough's Play-Calling Blueprint Will Elevate the Commanders

Memorial Day is a time to remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice to protect the country, and nobody understands that better than former Washington Commanders quarterback Robert Griffin III.

Robert Griffin III News / Washington Commanders on SI / May 24

EXCLUSIVE: RGIII Breaks Down Why Sonny Styles is a Unique Defensive Weapon for Commanders

Robert Griffin III began his professional football career with the Washington Commanders and played in the nation's capital for three seasons. In remembering

Brandon Aiyuk News / Yardbarker / May 23

Commanders could make an easy move for Brandon Aiyuk

Brandon Aiyuk's problems with the San Francisco 49ers will likely only end when he goes to another team. So where will he wind up?

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Washington Commanders News / DC Sports King / May 22

The 2023 Draft Blunder That Still Haunts the Commanders Secondary

When an NFL franchise misses on a first-round draft pick, the pain usually lasts three to four years. You watch the player struggle, you stomach the dead cap space, and eventually, the front office cuts its losses and moves on.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / May 21

ESPN sets a high bar for Sonny Styles’ rookie year that would help Commanders defense take a major step forward in 2026

A lot of people think Sonny Styles will immediately help the Commanders defense thanks to his abilities and future usage under Daronte Jones. Sonny Styles is considered to be one of the most promising rookies from the 2026 draft class.

Jayden Daniels News / Washington Commanders on SI / May 21

NFL Analyst Outlines Gigantic Concerns Facing Jayden Daniels' Supporting Cast

The Washington Commanders' offense struggled throughout the 2025 season, mostly due to multiple injuries suffered by star quarterback Jayden Daniels and a lack of elite skill players, and they will be looking to be a more explosive and consistent bunch here in 2026.