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Commanders | Lawrence Cager receives future deal Wed Jan 7, 06:33 PM
Free-agent TE Lawrence Cager (Commanders) signed a Reserve/Future contract with the Washington Commanders Wednesday, Jan. 7. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Commanders | Kliff Kingsbury exits Washington Tue Jan 6, 10:48 AM
Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury mutually parted ways with the team Tuesday, Jan. 6.
| Footballguys view: Kingsbury met with head coach Dan Quinn on Tuesday to discuss the future of the offense, and after their conversation, they mutually agreed to part ways. The move isn't a total surprise. As the Commanders spiraled in 2025, it became a real possibility that they could move on without him. According to The Athletic, a difference in philosophy between Kingsbury and general manager Adam Peters in the development of quarterback Jayden Daniels, who missed 10 games this season because of injuries, was an issue. Whatever the case, Washington will have a new playcaller for Daniels to adjust to this offseason. |
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Commanders | Jayden Daniels will work to be more available Tue Jan 6, 01:03 AM
Jayden Daniels played all 17 games as a rookie in 2024, winning 12 regular-season games and leading the Commanders to the NFC Championship Game. He played only seven games in 2025, finishing only four of those, and the Commanders won only five games. He will spend the offseason working out and determining what can keep him healthy in 2026. "That's the focus for me in this offseason -- just rebuilding myself from the ground up," Daniels said Monday, via Miles Jordan of USA Today. "That's the most important thing -- to be available for my team."
| Footballguys view: Daniels had knee, hamstring, and elbow injuries this past season. Daniels said he feels like he let down the Commanders in 2025. Marcus Mariota started eight games and Josh Johnson two in subbing for Daniels this season. "I think I can always grow and mature," Daniels said. "The best ability for myself is availability. If I am not out there, I am kind of hurting the team, and my number one job is to protect the team. |
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Commanders | Two receivers sign future contracts Mon Jan 5, 03:53 PM
Free-agent WR Ja'Corey Brooks (Commanders) and WR Jacoby Jones (Commanders) signed Reserve/Future contracts with the Washington Commanders Monday, Jan. 5. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
Link to story Commanders | Kliff Kingsbury not long for Washington? Mon Jan 5, 02:24 AM
Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury may not return for a third season in his current post - regardless of whether he lands another job first - according to a source.
| Footballguys view: While he's already been requested for an interview with the Titans, the reports began Saturday morning, when The Athletic reported that Washington has had internal conversations about potentially moving on from Kingsbury even without a head-coaching offer, citing a possible disconnect with general manager Adam Peters. Another source familiar with Washington's internal dynamics told longtime Commanders reporter Ben Standig the situation was "Intriguing theater." We'll be following this one closely, but it won't be surprising if Kingsbury is a candidate for multiple openings. |
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Commanders | Von Miller records sack in Week 18 Sun Jan 4, 10:16 PM
Washington Commanders LB Von Miller finished with two stops, including one of the solo variety, with a sack, a tackle for loss and a quarterback hit in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles.
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Commanders | Jonathan Jones, Jeremy Reaves busy in Week 18 Sun Jan 4, 10:11 PM
Washington Commanders CB Jonathan Jones and DB Jeremy Reaves each posted seven total stops and six solo tackles in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles. Reaves also had two passes defensed with an interception.
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Commanders | Ben Sinnott totals pair of targets Sun Jan 4, 10:10 PM
Washington Commanders TE Ben Sinnott went for two receptions for just three yards on two targets in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Link to story Commanders | Treylon Burks targeted four times Sun Jan 4, 10:07 PM
Washington Commanders WR Treylon Burks ended up with two receptions for 12 yards on four targets in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Link to story Commanders | John Bates hauls in TD in Week 18 Sun Jan 4, 10:03 PM
Washington Commanders TE John Bates ended up with a pair of receptions for 13 yards and a TD on two targets in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles.
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Commanders | Deebo Samuel finishes with four touches Sun Jan 4, 10:00 PM
Washington Commanders WR Deebo Samuel ended up with two receptions for 20 yards on five targets in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles, while running twice for a single yard.
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Commanders | Terry McLaurin absorbs all four targets Sun Jan 4, 09:43 PM
Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin cashed in all four of his targets in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles for four catches and 57 yards.
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Commanders | Jeremy McNichols sees just two touches Sun Jan 4, 09:41 PM
Washington Commanders RB Jeremy McNichols, a free-agent-to-be, had just one carry for three yards in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles, while adding a single 8-yard reception on his only target.
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Commanders | Jacory Croskey-Merritt totals 13 carries Sun Jan 4, 09:36 PM
Washington Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt rushed 13 times for just 29 yards in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles, and he was not targeted in the passing game.
Link to story Commanders | Chris Rodriguez Jr. posts 83 scrimmage yards, TD Sun Jan 4, 09:30 PM
Washington Commanders RB Chris Rodriguez Jr. rushed 16 times for a team-high 65 yards and a touchdown in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles, while adding an 18-yard reception on his lone target.,
Link to story Commanders | Josh Johnson engineers Week 18 road win Sun Jan 4, 09:22 PM
Washington Commanders QB Josh Johnson completed 14-of-22 passes for 131 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles, while running nine times for 45 yards and a TD.
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Commanders | Week 18 Washington Commanders inactives Sun Jan 4, 03:16 PM
The Washington Commanders have declared QB Jayden Daniels, QB Marcus Mariota, DL Sheldon Day, RB Chase Edmonds, OT Laremy Tunsil, DE Jalyn Holmes and QB Sam Hartman inactive for Week 18.
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Commanders | Chris Paul added to injury report Sun Jan 4, 11:41 AM
Washington Commanders OG Chris Paul (illness) was added to the Week 18 injury report Sunday, Jan. 4, because of an illness and is listed as questionable for the game.
Link to story Commanders | River Cracraft elevated Sat Jan 3, 09:13 PM
Washington Commanders WR River Cracraft and DT Ricky Barber were elevated from the practice squad for the Week 18 game against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Link to story Commanders | Josh Johnson to start in Week 18 Sat Jan 3, 04:18 PM
Washington Commanders QB Josh Johnson will start Week 18's game versus the Philadelphia Eagles, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
| Footballguys view: Johnson gets another start here as the Commanders are playing out their disappointing 2025 season. He loves to hit shorter passes and stay safer with the football, so Johnson should only be considered a QB2 in deep superflex leagues. |
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Commanders | Von Miller approaching bonus Fri Jan 2, 10:52 PM
Washington Commanders LB Von Miller has recorded three sacks in his last four games, and he needs one more sack to reach nine on the year and trigger a $500,000 bonus.
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Commanders | Week 18 injury report for Washington Fri Jan 2, 04:15 PM
Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (hand, quad) and OT Laremy Tunsil (oblique) did not practice all week and have been ruled out for Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles. QB Jayden Daniels (elbow) was limited in practice all week and has been ruled out. OL Brandon Coleman (knee) practiced in full on Friday, Jan. 2, and is listed as questionable. LB Nick Bellore (concussion), WR Treylon Burks (illness), RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt (illness), OT George Fant (knee), DL Daron Payne (back), and LB Bobby Wagner (knee) practiced in full on Friday and no longer appear on the injury report.
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Daron Payne player page
Commanders | Jacory Croskey-Merritt will play Fri Jan 2, 04:12 PM
Washington Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt (illness) practiced in full on Friday, Jan. 2, and no longer appears on the injury report.
| Footballguys view: This backfield is challenging to get a read on. When he starts, Croskey-Merritt looks solid. But a rotation with him, Chris Rodriguez Jr., and Jeremy McNichols is frustratingly mercurial. We have a slight lean towards Croskey-Merritt this week, but they're all outside of our top 40 running backs. |
Commanders | Laremy Tunsil out for Week 18 Fri Jan 2, 12:39 PM
Washington Commanders OT Laremy Tunsil (oblique) is out for Week 18.
Link to story Commanders | Marcus Mariota out for finale Fri Jan 2, 12:16 PM
Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) has been ruled out for Week 18.
| Footballguys view: With Mariota and Jayden Daniels both out, Josh Johnson will start again. The veteran quarterback looked formidable last week, but he'll be deep in the superflex streaming discussion this week against the Eagles. |
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Commanders | Washington works out Eddie Czaplicki Thu Jan 1, 09:34 PM
Free-agent P Eddie Czaplicki (Chiefs) worked out for the Washington Commanders Thursday, Jan. 1.
Link to story Commanders | Washington's Thursday practice report Thu Jan 1, 05:04 PM
Washington Commanders WR Treylon Burks (illness), QB Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) and OT Laremy Tunsil (oblique) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 1. OG Brandon Coleman (knee) and QB Jayden Daniels (elbow) were limited during practice. LB Nick Bellore (concussion), RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt (illness), OT George Fant (knee), DT Daron Payne (back) and LB Bobby Wagner (knee) fully participated in practice.
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Bobby Wagner player page
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Daron Payne player page
Commanders | Full practice for Jacory Croskey-Merritt Thu Jan 1, 04:59 PM
Washington Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt (illness) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 1.
| Footballguys view: Good news for the rookie back here. We like him as an RB3/flex option in Week 18 as he'll continue to split time with Chris Rodriguez. |
Commanders | Marcus Mariota remains sidelined Thu Jan 1, 04:56 PM
Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 1.
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Commanders | Wednesday practice report for WAS Wed Dec 31, 04:18 PM
Washington Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt (illness), QB Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps), LB Von Miller (non-injury), OT Laremy Tunsil (oblique) and LB Bobby Wagner (knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 31. QB Jayden Daniels (elbow) was limited during practice. LB Nick Bellore (concussion), OT George Fant (knee) and DT Daron Payne (back) fully participated in practice.
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Nick Bellore player page
Bobby Wagner player page
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Daron Payne player page
Commanders | Marcus Mariota does not practice Wed Dec 31, 04:16 PM
Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 31.
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Commanders | Jacory Croskey-Merritt sits out Wed Dec 31, 04:09 PM
Washington Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt (illness) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 31.
| Footballguys view: We'll see if Croskey-Merritt gets better by the end of the week. If he does play against the Eagles on Sunday, we've got him in the RB3 range as the split with Chris Rodriguez continues. |
Commanders | Tyler Biadasz placed on IR Wed Dec 31, 03:03 PM
Washington Commanders C Tyler Biadasz (ankle, knee) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Wednesday, Dec. 31.
Link to story Commanders | Marcus Mariota doubtful for Week 18 Wed Dec 31, 01:20 PM
Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (hand, quad) is doubtful for Week 18, according to head coach Dan Quinn.
| Footballguys view: Nothing has changed with this Mariota injury situation. That means Josh Johnson is going to start for the Commanders in the season finale. |
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Commanders | Laremy Tunsil still limited Mon Dec 29, 04:13 PM
Washington Commanders OT Laremy Tunsil (oblique) is still unable to do some things because of his oblique injury, so his availability for Week 18 is uncertain, according to head coach Dan Quinn.
Link to story Commanders | Tyler Biadasz not expected to play Mon Dec 29, 03:43 PM
Washington Commanders C Tyler Biadasz (ankle, knee) is unlikely to play in Week 18 because of his ankle and knee injuries, according to head coach Dan Quinn. Quinn said Biadasz will not need surgery on either injury.
Link to story Commanders | Marcus Mariota unlikely for finale Mon Dec 29, 03:40 PM
Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) seems like a long shot to play in Week 18 but has not been ruled out at this point, according to head coach Dan Quinn.
| Footballguys view: Josh Johnson, who started against the Cowboys, is likely to make another start against the Eagles this week. It's a tough matchup under normal circumstances, but the Eagles have yet to decide their approach with a playoff bye and homefield advantage no longer possible for them. The Eagles will be either the No. 2 seed or the No. 3 seed in the NFC playoffs. Their approach could make a difference for the Commanders' outlook in this one. We'll follow up on that -- and on Mariota -- as needed. |
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Commanders | River Cracraft returns to practice squad Fri Dec 26, 07:11 PM
Washington Commanders WR River Cracraft reverted back to the practice squad Friday, Dec. 26, after being on the active roster for the Week 17 game.
Link to story Commanders | Multiple sacks for Jer'Zhan Newton Thu Dec 25, 05:19 PM
Washington Commanders DT Jer'Zhan Newton recorded three solo tackles, nine total tackles and three sacks against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17.
Link to story Commanders | Will Harris plays well in Week 17 Thu Dec 25, 05:16 PM
Washington Commanders S Will Harris posted five solo tackles and 11 total tackles against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17.
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Commanders | Treylon Burks held to one catch Thu Dec 25, 05:14 PM
Washington Commanders WR Treylon Burks caught one pass for 11 yards against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17. He was targeted two times during the game.
Link to story Commanders | Jeremy McNichols more involved in pass game Thu Dec 25, 05:12 PM
Washington Commanders RB Jeremy McNichols caught three passes for 12 yards on three targets against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17. He also rushed for negative two yards on one carry during the game.
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Commanders | Three receptions for Ben Sinnott Thu Dec 25, 05:07 PM
Washington Commanders TE Ben Sinnott caught three passes for 29 yards against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17. He was targeted four times during the game.
Link to story Commanders | Terry McLaurin catches five passes Thu Dec 25, 05:03 PM
Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin caught five passes for 63 yards against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17. He was targeted seven times during the game.
| Footballguys view: With only 41 offensive plays and a third-string quarterback in Josh Johnson, it was a tough go for the Commanders' offense on Christmas. McLaurin will see if he can do more in the Week 18 finale against the Eagles. After a disappointing fantasy season, we'll all be expecting the Commanders to bounce back with a healthy Jayden Daniels in 2026. |
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Commanders | Deebo Samuel finishes with 68 receiving yards Thu Dec 25, 04:59 PM
Washington Commanders WR Deebo Samuel caught two passes for 68 yards on four targets against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17. He also rushed for 25 yards on two carries during the game.
| Footballguys view: Samuel had the play of the day for the passing game with a 41-yard catch and run. The Commanders only had 41 plays on offense, and they were starting a third-string quarterback in Josh Johnson. A good fit for the Commanders when healthy, Samuel is set to be a free agent in 2026. |
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Commanders | Two touchdowns for Jacory Croskey-Merritt Thu Dec 25, 04:54 PM
Washington Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt rushed for 105 yards and two touchdowns on 11 carries against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17.
| Footballguys view: Croskey-Merritt was one of only a couple of bright spots for the Commanders on Christmas. His 72-yard touchdown run was a thing of beauty and provided what little spark the Commanders could generate. |
Commanders | Josh Johnson throws for 198 yards Thu Dec 25, 04:51 PM
Washington Commanders QB Josh Johnson went 15-for-23 for 198 yards, zero touchdowns and zero interceptions against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17. He also rushed for 10 yards on two carries during the game.
| Footballguys view: That sounds about right for the veteran quarterback. Johnson was never going to fill up the score sheet, but he can play efficient and effective football. With only 41 offensive plays against the Cowboys, it was difficult for them to do much. |
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Commanders | Tyler Biadasz ruled out for remainder of Week 17 Thu Dec 25, 02:56 PM
Washington Commanders C Tyler Biadasz (knee) has been ruled out for the remainder of Week 17.
Link to story Commanders | Jonathan Jones questionable to return Thu Dec 25, 01:59 PM
Washington Commanders CB Jonathan Jones is being evaluated for a concussion and is questionable to return.
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Commanders | Week 17 Washington Commanders inactives Thu Dec 25, 11:44 AM
The Washington Commanders have declared QB Marcus Mariota, QB Jayden Daniels, FB Nick Bellore, RB Chris Rodriguez Jr., OT Laremy Tunsil, DL Daron Payne and QB Sam Hartman inactive for Week 17.
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