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Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / October 15
What Happened to Mike Sainristil Since His Two-Interception Playoff Run for the Commanders?
Mike Sainristil walked out of Ford Field in January 2025 with two interceptions and the look of a long-term answer for the Washington Commanders. Almost two years later, the third-year cornerback is trying to win his job back, and the defense around him just let a 14-point fourth-quarter lead get away against the Giants at Northwest Stadium.
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / September 24
3 Biggest Commanders Disappointments Through the First Two Weeks
In the NFL, when you start the season with losses in back-to-back divisional games, you've already got two feet of dirt on you. In those moments, some players' poor performances stand out more easily than others because expectations were excessively high entering the season.
Washington Commanders News / DC Sports King / September 23
Amik Robertson Shines While Mike Sainristil Faces Urgent Benching
Two weeks into the 2026 NFL season, the Washington Commanders’ secondary is a study in absolute extremes. On one boundary, the defense boasts a true lockdown presence.
The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz
How many of the most recent NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards in a game for each team can you name in five minutes?
'Always Been a Sponge': How Mike Sainristil Fits Daronte Jones’ New Schematic Identity
When Mike Sainristil was drafted in the second round out of Michigan, the talk was that he was an elite slot corner, and the film proved it. Nick Saban loved him so much he dubbed him "the best football player, pound-for-pound" in his entire draft class.
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 / A to Z Sports / March 18
Latest Commanders NFL Draft intel ties them to premier prospect, which doesn't bode well for struggling player
The Washington Commandersfixed their roster during free agency, but they still have roster holes to fix during the rest of the offseason. They only have six picks to work with in the 2026 NFL Draft, but they can still add many impact players.
Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / November 17
Dan Quinn might've finally found the formula to reignite Mike Sainristil
Listed at 5-foot-10 and 183 pounds, cornerback Mike Sainristil is the smallest player on the Washington Commanders’ roster. That has never been seen as a problem because of the Michigan product's savvy and toughness.
Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / November 8
Dan Quinn reveals what’s really behind Mike Sainristil's sophomore slump
The Washington Commanders looked like they had a superstar on their hands with Mike Sainristil last season. The rookie cornerback was sensational during his first campaign in the pros, emerging as a potential franchise cornerstone piece for the team to build around long-term.
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / November 7
Commanders' Dan Quinn gives honest assessment of rising defender
Washington Commanders defensive back Mike Sainristil is in his second NFL season, where he has seen highs and lows. Commanders head coach Dan Quinn shared his thoughts on Sainristil's season so far.
NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / September 29, 2025
Commanders defense should receive criticism after Falcons loss
The Washington Commanders are going back to the drawing board after losing 34-27 to the Atlanta Falcons in Week 4 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Commanders cornerback Mike Sainristil expressed the frustrations of the loss, but is keeping his head held high with a long season ahead.
Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / September 28, 2025
Commanders cling to one silver lining in Week 4 defensive meltdown
Entering their Week 4 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, the Washington Commanders were one of three teams in the NFL that had yet to force a turnover.
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.
Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / September 14, 2025
Commanders star slipping under the radar as role change backfires
There was a sequence in the third quarter of Washington’s Week 1 victory over the New York Giants that perfectly epitomized what Mike Sainristil means to the Washington Commanders’ defense.
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / August 16, 2025
The 'brotherly' bond between 2 Commanders stars is making the team better
The daily practice battles between quarterback Jayden Daniels and cornerback Mike Sainristil are more than just competitive drills — they’re high-level chess matches between two “brothers” who make each other better.
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 9, 2025
Commanders Mike Sainristil Wins Pepsi Zero Sugar Rookie Of The Week
Washington Commanders cornerback Mike Sainristil has been named Pepsi Zero Sugar Rookie of the Week for Week 18. Drafted in the second round as a slot corner, Sainristil’s journey this season has been nothing short of remarkable.
Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / December 22, 2024
Mike Sainristil twists the knife by mocking Eagles fans after thrilling triumph
This is a different Washington Commanders team. They are not the walkover of previous years. There's a newfound mentality and will to win that was sorely lacking under the previous regime.
Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / November 30, 2024
Mike Sainristil's hype train is officially leaving the station in Washington
Legendary former Alabama head coach Nick Saban proudly proclaimed Washington Commanders cornerback Mike Sainristil to be the best pound-for-pound player in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / July 20, 2024
Commanders' complete faith in rookie Mike Sainristil should thrill fans
The Washington Commanders are expecting big things from Mike Sainristil. Their cornerback options needed a fresh injection of energy after everyone aside from veteran Kendal Fuller failed to meet expectations in 2023.
Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / June 11, 2024
Commanders sign 2024 second-round pick CB Mike Sainristil
Sainristil had a unique path to the the NFL, as the Michigan product spent the first three seasons of his collegiate career as a wide receiver. He peaked in 2021, when he hauled in 22 receptions for 312 yards and two touchdowns.
Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / June 7, 2024
Magic 8 Ball predictions for the 2024 Washington Commanders
Mattel's Magic 8 Ball has been predicting the future since 1946. We ran a few questions about the Washington Commanders by one, and it was rather optimistic about 2024.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 5, 2024
Three offseason moves the Commanders must make
New general manager Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn have been hard at work rebuilding the last-place Commanders in the offseason. These moves could make their jobs a whole lot easier.
Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / April 24, 2024
Three best Michigan prospects after J.J. McCarthy
Michigan's absolutely loaded national championship winning team is sending a ton of talent to this year's NFL draft. Who are the best three prospects after quarterback J.J. McCarthy?
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 24, 2024
Best, worst-case first-round picks for Baltimore Ravens
It is difficult to project which players will still be available at No. 30, but here are the best and worst-case first-round picks for the Ravens.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 22, 2024
Three Sirianni-style prospects for the Philadelphia Eagles
The Eagles HC knows what he likes in an NFL player.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 19, 2024
Ravens reach for defender from Harbaugh coaching tree in latest mock draft
Could the Ravens make a surprising selection at pick No. 30?
Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / April 10, 2024
Michigan DB Mike Sainristil reveals hidden superpower ahead of 2024 NFL Draft
Overlook Michigan DB Mike Sainristil at your own peril.
Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / March 30, 2024
Michigan cornerback teases potential Lions reunion with Aidan Hutchinson ahead of NFL Draft
Michigan DB Mike Sainristil likes the idea of teaming up with former Wolverines edge-rusher Aidan Hutchinson on the Detroit Lions.
Michigan Wolverines News / Blue By Ninety / March 1, 2024
Michigan football’s Mike Sainristil tears it up at NFL combine
Former Michigan football standout Mike Sainristil improved his draft stock after a stellar performance on Friday at the NFL combine. The NFL draft stock of Michigan football standout Mike Sainristil has been rising in recent weeks and after his performance on Friday, it’s going to keep rising.
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