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The Washington Commanders entered Week 5 knowing they needed to get their tight ends more involved in the offense, especially Chig Okonkwo, who returned in Week 4.

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Commanders Need More From Chig Okonkwo, but the Problem Goes Beyond Him

The Washington Commanders, like most 1-3 operations in the first month of the NFL regular season, have produced numerous players and position groups who could contend for the distinction of their roster's most disappointing element.

Washington Commanders News / TWSN / October 2

Chig Okonkwo Has a Chance to Jump-Start His Washington Commanders Career in Week 4

The Washington Commanders are getting a boost back ahead of their Week 4 matchup in London against the Indianapolis Colts. The player they are getting back is their tight end Chig Okonkwo.

Washington Commanders News / Viral Sports News / September 20

Commanders Get Bad Injury News on Key Offensive Weapon Before Cowboys Game

The Washington Commanders ruled out tight end Chig Okonkwo with a hamstring injury for Sunday’s game at Dallas. Ben Sinnott is in line for a bigger role.

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The 'QB season rushing-TD leaders' quiz

In NFL history, a quarterback has rushed for eight or more touchdowns in a season 38 times. How many of the 38 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL QB rushing-TD leaders' quiz

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Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Commanders Friday Injury Report: Key Leaders on Offense and Defense Ruled Out

After Chig Okonkwo and Frankie Luvu were not seen practicing earlier this week, they were both ruled out for the Commanders’ Week 2 matchup against division rival Dallas Cowboys.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / Washington Commanders on SI / September 18

Commanders Rule Out Frankie Luvu, Chig Okonkwo for Week 2 vs. Cowboys

Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn confirmed Friday what most have feared all week: Frankie Luvu and Chig Okonkwo will not play Sunday against Dallas.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Commanders Urged to Bring Back Familiar Face at Position of Need

The Washington Commanders lost their first game of the season to the Philadelphia Eagles, and they also lost tight end Chig Okonkwo. Okonkwo exited the game against the Eagles in the third quarter with a hamstring injury, and his status moving forward remains unknown.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / A to Z Sports / August 15

Terrance Carter Jr. 2027 NFL Draft: scouting report for Texas Tech, TE

Texas Tech tight end Terrance Carter Jr. is considered to be one of the best in the 2027 NFL Draft class. What makes him so special? Height: 6-2 Weight:

Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / August 11

The Commanders Tight End That Could Cost Others a Roster Spot

The tight end room in Washington looks very different in 2026 than it did in 2025. With Chig Okonkwo now the primary target, the days of an aging Zach Ertz leading the pack are over.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 5

Stefon Diggs gives Jayden Daniels what he needs for comeback year

Stefon Diggs gives Jayden Daniels what he needs for comeback season

The Washington Commanders spent months collecting possible answers at wide receiver.

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Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 4

Fantasy football managers will take note of insider’s surprise ‘WR2’ Commanders declaration

Maybe the Washington Commanders can sign Stefon Diggs. Or maybe a young player steps up big time. But if neither of those happens, fantasy football managers will take note of an insider’s surprise WR2 declaration.

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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 / Athlon Sports / August 3

Three Washington Commanders Winners From the First Week of Training Camp

Following an abysmal 5-12 season in 2025, Washington is ready to turn things around and return to its 2024 form that took the team to the NFC Championship Game.

Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Dan Quinn Details Vision for Chig Okonkwo in Commanders' Offense

An offseason move that may have flown under the radar for some, tight end Chig Okonkwo is going to play a bigger role in the offense than some might think.