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Commanders choose slim playoff chances over trade deadline action

The trade deadline in the NFL isn’t as cut and dry as it is in other sports. The Washington Commanders, in an NBA or MLB setting, would be an obvious seller halfway through the season with their 2-5-1 record, but with the division leaders on the schedule next, Washington is standing pat given their slim chance of catching up with the Giants.

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Commanders visit 1st-place Giants for 'must-win' rematch

The first meeting of the season between the New York Giants and Washington Commanders ended in bizarre fashion, resulting in the lone tie of the NFL season through nine weeks.

Jayden Daniels News / DC Sports King / November 10

Jayden Daniels Sounds the Alarm How Rookie OC Is Sinking Commanders

When a franchise quarterback has to publicly acknowledge his play-caller’s “growing pains,” the problem isn’t just on the field—it points straight to the head coach’s hiring process.

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '150-Rec.-Yard NFL teammates' quiz

How many of the pairs of teammates to go over 150 receiving-yards in the same NFL game can you name in six minutes?

The 'Active 110-receiving-yard games' quiz

The 'Active multi-TD-catch games leaders' quiz

The 'NFL head coach wins leaders' quiz

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / November 10

Commanders’ Must-Win Giants Rematch Hinges on Replacing Five Players From the Tie

The last time the Washington Commanders and New York Giants played, the game ended in a 27-27 tie after both teams missed chances to win in overtime. That day, Stefon Diggs was inactive, and Jer'Zhan (Johnny) Newton was on injured reserve.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking the quarterback history of every NFL franchise

Quarterback is the most important position for an NFL team. That wasn’t always the case, but it has been the case for, you know, 50 years at this point essentially.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 10

Commanders vs. Giants bold predictions for Week 10 Thursday Night Football

It’s two different stories as the Washington Commanders suffered another frustrating loss, while the New York Giants are thinking about big trade plans.

Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / November 10

Jayden Daniels addresses relationship with offensive coordinator David Blough amid disappointing season

Through the first nine weeks of the season, the Washington Commanders are still finding their footing offensively.

NFL Week 9 lowlights: Patriots crushed, another end-of-game Commanders debacle and Cleveland's running back regret

NFL Week 9 winners, losers: Myles Garrett dominates in return; Packers send message

The 'NFL rookie QB passing leaders' quiz

Puka Nacua News / DC Sports King / November 10

K’Lavon Chaisson Got Brutally Honest After Puka Nacua Torched The Commanders Defense

In the modern, high-octane NFL, holding a Sean McVay offense to 20 points should be a sure path to a victory. The Washington Commanders’ defense did exactly that on Sunday at Northwest Stadium, largely containing Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams in a 20-13 slugfest.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / November 10

Commanders’ center decision against Giants exposes major offseason gamble Washington may now regret

With Lucas Patrick sidelined by a concussion, Nick Allegretti is set to start at center against New York, putting Washington’s offensive line depth and offseason planning under scrutiny.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The greatest return man for every NFL franchise

From Billy "White Shoes" Johnson to Deion Sanders to Devin Hester, here are the greatest return men for each of the NFL's 32 teams.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 10

Falcons Signing K Jake Moody Off Ravens’ PS

Jordan Schultz reports the Falcons are signing K Jake Moody to the 53-man roster off the Ravens’ practice squad. Moody filled in as the Ravens’ kicker for Week 9 with Tyler Loop on injured reserve.

Stefon Diggs News / Washington Commanders on SI / November 10

Commanders Daily: Washington Was Short on Receivers. Where Was Stefon Diggs?

Heading into the Rams game on Sunday, the Washington Commanders were short on receivers: Terry McLaurin is out for the season, Treylon Burks is out, and Dyami Brown moved to injured reserve.

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The '150-Rec.-Yard NFL teammates' quiz

The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

The 'Most CFP Top-25 appearances' quiz

The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 9

The killer mistake Commanders must avoid at 2026 NFL trade deadline

The Washington Commanders have endured their share of injuries at the wide receiver position. And they especially miss Terry McLaurin. However, here is the killer mistake the Commanders must avoid at the 2026 NFL trade deadline.

Dan Quinn News / DC Sports King / November 9

Dan Quinn Defends Commanders Baffling Last Play against Rams

Picture the scene: You are down by seven points with less than ten seconds left on the clock. Your offense has battled all the way to the opponent’s 31-yard line.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / November 9

Commanders face brutal NFL trade deadline dilemma as Washington’s depleted roster leaves few good options

Washington needs help at several positions, but its most valuable players are difficult to part with. With the Giants looming, the Commanders face uncomfortable decisions about their future.

Jayden Daniels News / Washington Commanders on SI / November 9

Hughes’ View: The Commanders’ Center Gamble Left Jayden Daniels Exposed

The Washington Commanders have hit that point in the season where, at 2-5-1, it's over unless they start winning, and the Giants and Cowboys have a massive fallout.

Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / November 9

Commanders Week 9 Snap Counts Show Van Jefferson Stepping Into Dyami Brown's Role vs. Rams

Washington’s receiver room looked different Sunday, and Van Jefferson was the reason. With Dyami Brown ruled out and headed to injured reserve, Jefferson played 36 of 62 offensive snaps (58%) in the 20-13 loss to the Los Angeles Rams after playing 12% in Week 8.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 9

Commanders most to blame for Week 9 loss to Rams

The Washington Commanders suffered a tough loss to the Rams. And the boneheaded final play added to the pain. And here are the Commanders who are most to blame for the Week 9 loss.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 9

Harbaugh indicates Skattebo, McCarthy will be good to go vs. Commanders

John Harbaugh indicates Cam Skattebo, J.J. McCarthy will be good to go for Giants' 'TNF' game vs. Commanders

While speaking with reporters on Monday, Harbaugh offered positive updates on those two key offensive players regarding the upcoming "Thursday Night Football" game between 5-2-1 New York and the 2-5-1 Washington Commanders in East Rutherford, NJ, on Nov. 12.

It 'would be a surprise' if Giants trade for Colts' Jonathan Taylor after John Harbaugh comments

John Harbaugh sent strong message to Giants after sloppy first half in win over Eagles

Giants' Malik Nabers calls out Greg Olsen's 'bad teammate' label after 19-11 win over Eagles

The 'Active 3-rushing-TD NFL games' quiz

Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / November 7

Commanders Activate DT Jer’Zhan Newton From IR, Place WR Dyami Brown On IR

Jer’Zhan Newton’s 2026 debut is coming soon. Missing the first half of the season due to a pectoral tear, the third-year defensive tackle is coming back from IR.

Washington Commanders News / Field Level Media / November 7

Report: Commanders to activate DT Jer'Zhan 'Johnny' Newton from IR

The Washington Commanders will activate defensive tackle Jer'Zhan "Johnny" Newton from injured reserve this weekend, NFL Network reported on Saturday. Newton has worked his way back from a torn pectoral muscle he suffered in the preseason.

Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / November 7

'He's always open': Commanders GM Adam Peters raves about rookie Antonio Williams

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin's season-ending torn patellar tendon has created a larger opportunity for Antonio Williams and a greater need for the rookie receiver to continue building trust with quarterback Jayden Daniels.

Commanders activate third-year DT Jer’Zhan Newton from IR

Sean McVay: Rams DE Myles Garrett to return vs. Commanders

Report addresses Lamar Jackson’s future with Ravens

Ravens will not trade Derrick Henry

Multiple teams interested in Falcons’ Jessie Bates