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6 Winners, 5 Losers From the Commanders’ First Four Games

6 Winners, 5 Losers From the Commanders’ First Four Games

The Washington Commanders are four games into the season, which doesn't give us enough time to decide what this team ultimately will be, but it's certainly enough to start figuring out where some of those preseason expectations were right and where they weren't.

NFL News / Viral Sports News / October 7
Commanders Terminate Contract of Massive 6-foot-6 Defender

Commanders Terminate Contract of Massive 6-foot-6 Defender

The Washington Commanders released defensive tackle Jeffrey M’ba from the practice squad on Wednesday, ending the rookie’s brief stay in Ashburn and clearing a roster spot as the team reshuffled its developmental depth, via the NFL transaction wire.

Dan Quinn News / A to Z Sports / October 7
Dan Quinn confirms 3 times the good news the Commanders needed on the injury front ahead of Week 5 action

Dan Quinn confirms 3 times the good news the Commanders needed on the injury front ahead of Week 5 action

Washington’s secondary, defensive front, and backfield are all getting reinforcements back on the practice field, and Dan Quinn is in no rush to set a timeline on a return to game action.

Washington Commanders News / The Spun / October 7
The Commanders Have A Concerning 23 Players On Wednesday's Injury Report

The Commanders Have A Concerning 23 Players On Wednesday's Injury Report

It’s been another rough start to the season for the Washington Commanders, who are 1-3 on the season with an average offense and a pretty paltry defense.

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The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz

The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz

How many of the most recent pair of teammates to rush for two touchdowns each in the same game for each NFL franchise can you name in eight minutes?

The '2K-scrimmage-yard NFL seasons' quiz
The '800-receiving-yard running backs' quiz
The 'First-Round QBs of the 2000s' quiz
Jayden Daniels News / Field Level Media / October 7
Commanders QB Jayden Daniels to 'embrace the brace,' play vs. Giants

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels to 'embrace the brace,' play vs. Giants

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels was a full participant in practice Wednesday, another step toward his return from a left elbow injury.

NFL News / Yardbarker
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / October 7
Commanders CB Trey Amos, RB Jeremy McNichols, DE Deatrich Wise Return To Practice

Commanders CB Trey Amos, RB Jeremy McNichols, DE Deatrich Wise Return To Practice

The Commanders could have reinforcements in place as early as Week 5. The team announced on Wednesday that cornerback Trey Amos, running back Jeremy McNichols and defensive end Deatrich Wise have each returned to practice.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7
Commanders' Quinn shares Daniels, Mariota updates ahead of Giants game

Commanders' Dan Quinn shares Jayden Daniels, Marcus Mariota updates ahead of Giants game

QB1 Daniels hasn't played since he suffered a dislocated left elbow on Sept. 20. 

Giants players make feelings on Jameis Winston, J.J. McCarthy chatter clear after win over Cardinals
Two-minute drill: Divisional clashes, potential Super Bowl preview, Lamar Jackson among notable injury concerns and more
Four storylines no one saw coming after four weeks in NFL season
The 'No.2-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz
Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / October 7
Jayden Daniels On Track To Return In Week 5; Marcus Mariota Sprains MCL

Jayden Daniels On Track To Return In Week 5; Marcus Mariota Sprains MCL

After missing back-to-back games with a dislocated left elbow, Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is trending toward returning in Week 5. As the Commanders prepare to face the NFC East rival Giants on Sunday, head coach Dan Quinn said Daniels will be a full participant in practice this week (via Tashan Reed of the Washington Post).

NFL News / Yardbarker
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Da'Ron Payne News / Athlon Sports / October 7
Daron Payne's Expiring Contract Gives the 1-3 Commanders a Chance to Get Something Back in 2027

Daron Payne's Expiring Contract Gives the 1-3 Commanders a Chance to Get Something Back in 2027

The Washington Commanders gave Daron Payne a four-year, $90 million extension in March 2023, according to Over the Cap, after an 11.5-sack 2022 season.

Jack Plummer News / Field Level Media / October 7
Report: Commanders work out QB Jack Plummer

Report: Commanders work out QB Jack Plummer

The Washington Commanders worked out UFL MVP quarterback Jack Plummer on Wednesday morning, NFL Network reported. Plummer, 26, performed well but the Commanders do not plan to sign him at this time, according to the report.

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The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz
 The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz
The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz
 The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz
The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz
 The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz
The 'Most HRs by an MLB first baseman' quiz
 The 'Most HRs by an MLB first baseman' quiz
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 7
Washington Keeps Talking About Fixing Its Penalties. The Numbers Say Otherwise — Commanders Daily

Washington Keeps Talking About Fixing Its Penalties. The Numbers Say Otherwise — Commanders Daily

While the Washington Commanders aren't the most penalized team in the NFL, they keep finding new ways to shoot themselves in the foot at the worst time.

Jaylin Lane News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 6

Commanders Placed WR Jaylin Lane On Injured Reserve

The Washington Commanders officially placed WR Jaylin Lane on injured reserve on Tuesday, per the NFL’s Transactions wire.  Tests confirmed Lane suffered an ankle fracture and dislocation in Week 4, and he is likely done for the season.

Austin Ekeler News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 6
Austin Ekeler's First Game Back Reveals Surprising Truth About Commanders Backfield

Austin Ekeler's First Game Back Reveals Surprising Truth About Commanders Backfield

Running back Austin Ekeler was set to join the Carolina Panthers' practice squad in Week 4 when the Washington Commanders called. What's wild is that after being signed back to the roster just a few days earlier, Ekeler not only made the trip across the pond; he played 17 offensive snaps (27%) against the Indianapolis Colts.

Athan Kaliakmanis News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 6
Three Takeaways from Athan Kaliakmanis' Commanders Debut

Three Takeaways from Athan Kaliakmanis' Commanders Debut

Jayden Daniels is just two weeks removed from another elbow dislocation. Marcus Mariota sprained his MCL for the second time in the same knee this season.

Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / October 5
Commanders Lose Dynamic Return Specialist to Fractured Ankle

Commanders Lose Dynamic Return Specialist to Fractured Ankle

After a frustrating loss to the Colts in London, to pour salt on the wound, the Washington Commanders lost another dynamic playmaker in Jaylin Lane to injury.

Jaylin Lane News / Pro Football Rumors / October 5
Commanders WR Jaylin Lane Likely Out For Season

Commanders WR Jaylin Lane Likely Out For Season

Jaylin Lane suffered an ankle injury during the Commanders’ Week 4 loss. The second-year receiver/returner may not return in 2026. Testing revealed a fracture and dislocation of Lane’s ankle, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / October 5
Updates emerge on Daniels, Mariota for Week 5 game

Updates emerge on Jayden Daniels, Marcus Mariota for Week 5 game vs. Giants

The Washington Commanders were already without starting quarterback Jayden Daniels when backup Marcus Mariota went down with an injury during the club's 30-13 loss to the Indianapolis Colts.

Commanders' loss to Colts shows why QB1 Jayden Daniels must return ASAP
Commanders' injury situation has gone from bad to worse before Colts game
The 'No.2-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz
Roger Goodell News / HITC / October 5
Josh Harris gives blunt verdict on Roger Goodell sending Washington Commanders to London

Josh Harris gives blunt verdict on Roger Goodell sending Washington Commanders to London

Washington Commanders owner Josh Harris was not extremely pleased after the NFL London Game, where his team faced off against the Indianapolis Colts. Firstly, the Commanders suffered a 13-30 loss to the Colts and looked completely off their best throughout the game.

Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / October 2
Commanders get late injury update on McLaurin ahead of Colts matchup

Commanders get late injury update on Terry McLaurin ahead of Colts matchup

McLaurin leads Washington in receiving yards this season.

Commanders confirm Jayden Daniels, Marcus Mariota decision for Colts game
NFL makes unusual ticket move ahead of Colts-Commanders game in London
The 'Most 1K-yard seasons by team' quiz

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