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Ageless Commanders wonder tipped to crash race for NFL defensive crown

People have been waiting for Father Time to catch up with Bobby Wagner for years. Based on the veteran linebacker's outstanding first campaign with the Washington Commanders, they might be waiting for a while yet.

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RFK return hits a snag? D.C. Mayor sounds alarm over Commanders stadium timeline

There has been plenty to talk about regarding the Washington Commanders as they look to repeat the success they had last season when they made it to the NFC Championship game before losing to their NFC East foes, the Philadelphia Eagles.

T.J. Watt News / Washington Commanders on SI / July 2

Steelers could trade T.J. Watt to Commanders

The Washington Commanders could benefit from making a huge splash on the trade market before training camp starts later this month. The offense looks strong, but the defense doesn't appear to be on the level of a Super Bowl contender.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / July 2

Training camp might be now or never for this Commanders' depth chart regular

Second-year general manager Adam Peters knew what he had to do this offseason. The Washington Commanders finally got a franchise quarterback in Jayden Daniels after years of failed moves.

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Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / July 1

Washington Commanders' Week 11 opponent named biggest loser of blockbuster NFL trade

The Miami Dolphins made two big trades this week that will undoubtedly impact how their Week 11 matchup against the Washington Commanders unfolds. By acquiring

Washington Commanders News / The Lead / July 1

Commanders Build the Trenches for Jayden Daniels

General manager Adam Peters and the rest of the Washington Commanders front office quickly made their offseason mission clear: protect franchise quarterback Jayden Daniels.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / July 1

Commanders’ 2025 opponent surprises NFL with bold offseason roster shakeup

The Washington Commanders have been quiet since wrapping up mandatory minicamp last month, but their future opponents experienced a bit of a shake-up early this week.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 1

Commanders’ most fierce positional battle to watch at 2025 training camp

Would the Washington Commanders consider trading a veteran? And what has Jayden Daniels ready to rock? While those questions linger, the Commanders are focusing on their most fierce positional battle to watch in the 2025 training camp.

Deebo Samuel News / The SportsRush / July 1

'Don’t Just Be Throwing Shots at a Player for No Reason': Terron Armstead Calls Out Terrell Owens for Fat-Shaming Deebo Samuel

Deebo Samuel has always been a force in the NFL and one of the best wide receivers in the league. His blazing speed and footwork have impressed many. But… what not many are impressed by is his physique.

Terry McLaurin News / Riggo's Rag / July 1

NFL insider exposes ugly truth as Commanders and Terry McLaurin remain miles apart

Terry McLaurin is still awaiting his new deal from the Washington Commanders. A recent insider report suggests that could still be a long way off just yet.

NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / July 1

Commanders' dramatic Eagles win still fueling heated 2025 rivalry

When the Washington Commanders defeated the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 16 last season, it felt like their Super Bowl. For Commanders fans, it was a sweet redemption, taking down a team that had beaten them earlier in the year.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 1

2 way-too-early 2026 NFL Draft prospects Commanders must monitor

The Washington Commanders may need to make a trade before the season starts. And Jayden Daniels is helping the team tweak its offensive approach. But looking ahead, here are two way-too-early 2026 NFL Draft prospects the Commanders must monitor.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / July 1

Commanders honor local heroes with meaningful tribute

Things are heating up around the DMV area, and it's not just the heat. The Washington Commanders have had a busy offseason, having gone through free agency, the NFL Draft, OTAs, and mandatory minicamp.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / July 1

One Commanders camp showdown brewing that could explode into national drama

For the Washington Commanders, no position group has been more hectic this offseason than the wide receiver room. Between the trade for Deebo Samuel Sr., Terry McLaurin's contract holdout, and injuries to several expected depth contributors, it has been one plot twist after another.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / July 1

Commanders projected to land top 2026 NFL Draft prospect in new mock

The Washington Commanders and their fans are gearing up for their most anticipated season to date after taking the NFL world by storm a season ago by making it to the NFC Championship game under first-year head coach Dan Quinn and rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels.

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Commanders $90 million defender named team's biggest surprise

The Washington Commanders defensive line looks a bit different without Jonathan Allen, the team's first-round pick from the 2017 NFL Draft. Allen left the Commanders this offseason to join the Minnesota Vikings, making 2018 first-round pick Daron Payne the longest-tenured member of the defense.