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Jaguars are paying $10 million to learn what the Commanders already knew

The Washington Commanders didn't think wide receiver Dyami Brown was worth what the Jacksonville Jaguars were willing to pay in free agency. It's still relatively early days, but general manager Adam Peters has been proven right so far.

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Commanders' 'physical finesse' offense is impressing NFL analysts

The Washington Commanders got back into the win column with a decisive 27-10 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers that saw the team get back to some of its more core character traits for the first time on the road.

Deebo Samuel News / Riggo's Rag / October 7

Commanders’ gamble on Deebo Samuel is aging better than anyone expected

The Washington Commanders made a series of high-profile roster moves over the offseason. Perhaps none of them was more notable than the trade for wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr.

Michael Davis News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 7

Saints Expected To Sign CB Michael Davis

Matt Zenitz reports that the Saints are expected to sign veteran CB Michael Davis, who most recently played for the Commanders. Davis, 30, signed on with the Chargers as an undrafted free agent out of BYU back in 2017.

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Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / October 7

One play changed the game for the Washington Commanders on Sunday, and potentially altered the rest of the season

The Washington Commanders needed a road win against the Los Angeles Chargers in the worst way, and it looked to be another loss after the typical start.

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The sack leader for every NFL season

Sacks became an official stat in 1982. However, you can now find statistical cataloging of sack totals back to the 1960 NFL season. While those stats remain unofficial, they are largely seen as legitimate, so much so that even the NFL’s official website has commented on these sack totals.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / October 7

Dan Quinn just proved Commanders fans were right about Luke McCaffrey

Not having some prominent pass catchers available could have dented the Washington Commanders' chances in recent weeks. However, they've managed to do just fine without the likes of wide receivers Terry McLaurin and Noah Brown to depend on.

NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 7

Commanders on right path to Super Bowl after Chargers game

The Washington Commanders are in the win column again after a big 27-10 rout over the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 5 at SoFi Stadium. The victory was Washington's best of the season, giving the team a sign of what could be a new normal for the Commanders.

Laremy Tunsil News / Riggo's Rag / October 7

Commanders’ boldest offseason move already paying huge dividends

When the Washington Commanders traded for Laremy Tunsil, it wasn’t just a roster move — it was a statement for the now, and for the future. For years,

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 7

Commanders HC Dan Quinn teases larger role for breakout rookie

Washington Commanders rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt is coming off his best game so far this season. Croskey-Merritt, a seventh-round pick out of Arizona, ran the ball 14 times for 111 yards and two touchdowns as the Commanders beat the Chargers 27-10.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 7

5 winners for the Commanders in road win over Chargers include young players' breakout seasons happening before our eyes

What a massive win for the Washington Commanders, who finally proved they can win on the road, and against a quality opponent in the Los Angeles Chargers.

Terry McLaurin News / Riggo's Rag / October 7

Commanders just gave the Terry McLaurin injury update fans have been craving

It's been a turbulent season on the injury front for Dan Quinn and the Washington Commanders so far. Slowly but surely, the tide is turning. Superstar quarterback Jayden Daniels returned and didn't miss a beat during Washington's sensational Week 5 road win over the Los Angeles Chargers.

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The 25 best single-game rushing performances in NFL playoff history

To go with Yardbarker's offerings on the best playoff passing and receiving performances, here are the top rushing games in NFL postseason history.

Dan Quinn News / Riggo's Rag / October 7

Dan Quinn can’t escape the Commanders coaching loss that feels inevitable

The Washington Commanders kept their staff intact last season despite surging beyond all expectations to reach the NFC Championship game. That might not be the case when the upcoming hiring cycle commences.

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Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / October 7

Predicting the Commanders' next five games after 3-2 start in 2025

Securing an emphatic victory over the Los Angeles Chargers was the confidence boost everyone associated with the Washington Commanders needed. It was a comprehensive success for head coach Dan Quinn's squad, which overcame a sluggish start to overwhelm the opposition en route to an eye-catching road triumph.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / October 6

'We're optimistic' – The Commanders' next game provides a key factor that could give them a boost they've been waiting for

The biggest storyline of the week for the Washington Commanders will be a familiar subject: injuries. The Commanders won their most impressive game of the season against the Los Angeles Chargers, and now it's time to ride that momentum into the next week.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / October 6

The Commanders finally saw much-needed improvement from one veteran after receiving harsh criticism to start the season

It hasn't been pretty, but the Washington Commanders are 3-2 on the season after winning its first road game of the season against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 6

Commanders’ Dan Quinn is ‘optimistic’ Terry McLaurin could return vs. Bears

The Washington Commanders avoided having to put Terry McLaurin on IR, but didn’t have him against the Chargers. However, the good news is that Dan Quinn remains optimistic that McLaurin could return for the Monday Night Football game against the Bears, according to a post on X by JP Finlay.

Washington Commanders News / EssentiallySports / October 6

Dan Quinn Addresses Bobby Wagner Yelling at His Own Teammates During Commanders’ Win

The Washington Commanders’ veteran linebacker Bobby Wagner made quite a stir in the Week 5 clash against the Los Angeles Chargers . Cameras caught him tearing into teammates on the sidelines during a two-minute warning.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 6

Fantasy football takeaways from Week 5: Diggs joins the elites

Fantasy football takeaways from Week 5: Stefon Diggs joins the elites

After a high-scoring Week 5 in the NFL, it's a good time to sift through the madness and identify which breakout performances are sustainable for fantasy football owners.

NFL Week 5 winners, losers: C.J. Stroud gets right; Aaron Glenn's awful start

Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel's latest admission should cost him his job

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