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Commanders News: Unpacking the Week 1 Tape, Snap Count Surprises, and Tyler Owens Going Viral | Burgundy Roundup

The Burgundy Roundup brings together the best Washington Commanders reporting, analysis, interviews, and other worthwhile reads from around the web, along withselected coverage from Commanders On SI.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14

JJ Watt shouts out one of the ‘greatest football plays’ ever from Week 1

JJ Watt was among those who drew attention to what he called “one of the greatest football plays I’ve ever seen” from Week 1. Watt reposted video of Washington Commanders special teams player Tyler Owens putting in a remarkable effort during Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 14

J.J. Watt shouts out Commanders’ ‘1 of greatest football plays ever,’ featuring 3 Eagles getting trucked

Washington Commanders safety Tyler Owens left former Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt in awe after delivering one of the most physically dominant special teams sequences of Week 1 against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Tucker Kraft News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?

The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'Active 5-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz

The '2K yards through 2 NFL seasons' quiz

Washington Commanders News / DC Sports King / September 14

Watch Tyler Owens Proves His Value to Commanders With Special Teams Play of the Year

A special teams snap rarely becomes the defining highlight of an NFC East divisional clash. Still, Washington Commanders safety Tyler Owens achieved exactly that during Sunday’s season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles.

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 / A to Z Sports / February 19

Daronte Jones could be key to unlock Commanders' undrafted standout player's potential on defense

The Washington Commanders made drastic changes this offseason to their coaching staff, hoping it would improve the product on the field as well. Head coach Dan Quinn had to bring in an outside hire with fresh eyes in Daronte Jones, who is already looking to improve the current roster.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / November 18

Dan Quinn just made Commanders' stance on Tyler Owens crystal clear

There were notable improvements from the Washington Commanders' defense in Week 11 against the Miami Dolphins. Unfortunately, it was not enough to erase the glaring individual errors elsewhere en route to their sixth defeat in succession.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 31

Commanders finding defensive spark in young talent

The Washington Commanders’ defense is starting to find its rhythm again, and a big part of that resurgence comes from two young defenders stepping up in major ways.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / October 30

The Commanders' defense could have a youth movement with two players stepping up for the remainder of the season

The Washington Commanders are looking to keep their season alive against the Seattle Seahawks, and they'll need the defense to step up to have a chance.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / September 29, 2025

Commanders just made their stance on Tyler Owens crystal clear in Week 4

The Washington Commanders were crying out for any athleticism and aggression on defense during their Week 4 loss against the Atlanta Falcons. Dan Quinn's roster is the NFL's oldest, and it showed.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / September 12, 2025

Commanders' biggest positive from Week 2 catastrophe is painfully obvious

The Washington Commanders faced a huge test of their credentials on Thursday Night Football against the Green Bay Packers. As it turned out, they were nowhere near the required standard en route to a defeat that could have been a lot worse.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / August 10, 2025

Commanders' rising star could deliver game-changing results after preseason flashes

Quan Martin and Will Harris figure to be the Washington Commanders’ starting safeties in 2025. However, defenses are routinely turning to a third hybrid safety in almost every situation.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / July 26, 2025

The heartfelt advice fueling Commanders breakout hopeful as hype surges

The Washington Commanders are a close-knit squad. Everyone is on the same page and pulling in the same direction in pursuit of one common goal. And the veterans have no trouble lending their support to fledgling stars looking for increased responsibilities.

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz

The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / July 23, 2025

Early training camp sign hints at breakout role Commanders fans have craved

Dan Quinn and his coaching staff won't be giving too much away at training camp with the regular season fast approaching. However, there will be subtle clues that Washington Commanders fans can pick up on if they look closely enough.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / June 11, 2025

Young talent fuels Commanders secondary revamp

The Washington Commanders are making a change to their defense but in a positive way. For the second year in a row, the Commanders defense is welcoming a lot of new faces, but this time, the moves feel more intentional.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / December 5, 2024

Tyler Owens Stands Out Among Ex Texas Tech Red Raiders in NFL Week 13

The Texas Tech Red Raiders football program has ended the regular season and awaits its bowl fate. Those former Red Raiders who are now at the next level completed Week 13 of their regular season schedule this week, and a couple of former Texas Tech players stood out.

Washington Commanders News / Redskins Wire / October 12, 2024

Commanders receive some good injury news ahead of Week 6 vs. Ravens

The Washington Commanders released their final injury report, and only one player was ruled out: Rookie safety Tyler Owens will miss the game with a shin injury.

Washington Commanders News / Redskins Wire / September 2, 2024

Commanders' UDFA named one of the NFL's most intriguing rookies

The Washington Commanders have 11 rookies on the 53-man roster. Washington kept all nine of its 2024 NFL draft choices and two undrafted free agents. One of those undrafted free agents is safety Tyler Owens.

Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / August 26, 2024

Five preseason takeaways for the Washington Commanders

Before the Commanders suit up again to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, there will be plenty of roster decisions made involving cuts and depth-chart moves. Here are five takeaways from Washington's preseason performance that could potentially impact some of those moves.

Commanders announce plans to honor Sean Taylor properly

Watch: Commanders’ sideline reacts to QB Trace McSorley bulldozing Patriots defender

Every NFL franchise's greatest and worst uniform designs

The 'Heisman Trophy winners' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 26, 2024

16 NFC players who surprisingly may make their team's roster

Here are NFC players whom Yardbarker NFL writers expect to survive Tuesday's cutdown date.

49ers star OL continues contract holdout that could impact the team

Jets-San Francisco Week 1 'MNF' matchup is set to make NFL history

Seahawks add some defensive line depth in trade with Jaguars

Rams have communicated with teams over trade involving Ernest Jones

L.A. Pro Bowler returns to practice

Buccaneers RB expected to miss season

Washington Commanders News / Redskins Wire / August 22, 2024

Commanders safety Tyler Owens eager to keep proving he belongs

Sunday’s preseason finale against the New England Patriots is the final job interview of the summer for Washington Commanders undrafted rookie safety Tyler Owens.

Washington Commanders News / Hogs Haven / August 21, 2024

Tyler Owens stock continues to rise

Tyler Owens stock continues to rise Commanders rookie Safety Tyler Owens has unquestionably impacted Washington’s special teams and defense throughout training camp and preseason, and he has one more game this Sunday against the New England Patriots to stamp himself as a member of the final 53-man roster.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / August 6, 2024

Commanders unofficial depth chart is an inconsequential yet promising sign for the future of the franchise

We are officially one step closer to football, as the Washington Commanders released the first unofficial depth chart of the 2024 preseason. And, before we get started, let's all remember that yes, while it's a sign of where things currently stand, it's not a big deal for the Commanders.