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The Washington Commanders are experiencing a breakthrough with second-year pro Johnny Newton after his three-sack performance in a Week 17 loss against the Dallas Cowboys.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / October 31

Commanders veteran once questioned is proving everyone wrong at midseason

There haven't been many bright spots for the Washington Commanders this season. But one veteran who was once questioned is starting to prove people wrong, taking on more responsibilities and thriving.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / October 28

Jacob Martin just made a case the Commanders can't ignore in Week 8

The Washington Commanders are officially reeling after taking yet another embarrassing prime-time defeat, and this one wasn't even close. After going into halftime tied with the Kansas City Chiefs, head coach Dan Quinn's squad lost by three touchdowns.

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Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / October 20

Commanders DE out for season due to knee injury

The Commanders’ defensive front will be shorthanded for the remainder of the campaign. Dorance Armstrong suffered a knee injury on Sunday, and he will not be able to return in 2025.

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Who had the most sacks in a season during the NFL's pre-modern era?

Thanks to pro-football-reference.com's addition of unofficial sack totals to players' resumes, more clarity has emerged about the best pass-rushing years from previous eras.

Washington Commanders News / Hogs Haven / August 24

Film Session: Jacob Martin showing his value as a situational pass rusher

In Washington’s preseason matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, edge rusher Jacob Martin showed his value as a situational pass rusher. Earning a 77.8 PFF grade, Martin had an extremely active night in just roughly 20 snaps, accumulating four pressures, three hurries, one quarterback hit, and a half-sack.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / August 21

An unexpected breakout player can actually be the x-factor for the Washington Commanders' defense this season

A lot of the success of the Washington Commanders' season falls on how well the defense performs when they're on the field, and if they can help give Jayden Daniels as many opportunities to score as possible.

NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / March 14

Former Chicago Bears edge rusher signs $3 million deal with Commanders

The Washington Commanders are making plenty of changes across their defensive front this offseason. Just days after releasing Pro Bowl defensive lineman Jonathan Allen, the team has signed multiple new faces from the free agent market.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 13

Commanders land 21-sack vet on $3 million contract

The offseason has been busy for the Washington Commanders. Included in the mix has been re-signing the player who caught the famous Hail Mary against the Bears.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 13

Commanders Signing DE Jacob Martin To One-Year Deal

The Washington Commanders are signing free agent DE Jacob Martin to a one-year deals worth up to $3 million, according to Ian Rapoport. Martin, 29, is a former sixth-round pick of the Seahawks back in 2018.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 31, 2024

Eric Washington believes veteran pass rusher will make a 'significant leap' against the Cardinals following his Bears debut in Week 8

As the Chicago Bears get set to take on the Arizona Cardinals in Week 9, a veteran defender will be in line for more opportunities to dominate on Sunday.

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / October 26, 2024

Bears Pad Pass Rush and Backfield with Roster Moves

The Bears are thinking pass rush against the Washington Commanders, it would seem. They have activated edge rusher Jacob Martin from injured reserve, along with special teams and third-down back Travis Homer, while making a few other moves.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / October 10, 2024

Bears open practice window for veteran DE

The Bears are set to add some veteran depth to their pass-rushing attack in a couple of weeks.

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Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 9, 2024

Bears Designate DE Jacob Martin To Return From IR

Per the wire, the Bears have designated veteran DE Jacob Martin to return from injured reserve. Martin, 28, is a former sixth-round pick of the Seahawks back in 2018.

Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Talk / October 9, 2024

Bears rule out Jaquan Brisker for Sunday, open Jacob Martin's practice window

The Bears will not have one of their starting safeties when they play the Jaguars in London on Sunday. Chicago G.M. Ryan Poles told reporters in his Wednesday press conference that Jaquan Brisker is in concussion protocol and will not be making the trip across the pond to the U.K.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 17, 2024

Bears sign veteran DE to one-year deal

Jacob Martin is set to join a sixth career NFL team.

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NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / March 16, 2024

Bears Bring Aboard Former Colts Edge Rusher

The lone Bears free agent acquisition at edge rusher will do little to change their need for help at the position. Former Colts player Jacob Martin was signed on Saturday by the Bears.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 17, 2022