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Commanders under investigation for alleged 'financial improprieties' / Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera said he was “tired” of the outside noise and negative stories surrounding his team earlier this week from the NFL’s owner’s meetings. - Since that time, Washington has been in the news on back-to-back days — and not for football reasons. On Wednesday, former Washington quarterback Alex Smith went on the “Rich Eisen Show” and was asked about any advice he could give Carson Wentz and the conversation turned to Washington’s off-field drama. - On Thursday, more bad news for the Commanders as the Washington Post revealed that congressional committee overseeing the sexual harassment in Washington’s workplace, is also now looking into alleged financial improprieties, per Liz Clarke, Paul Kane and Mark Maske. - The allegations emerged as the committee reviewed over 80,000 documents into the toxic workplace investigation and interviewed numerous witnesses. - Details of the alleged financial improprieties were not revealed, but the investigation will continue to move forward. - “The investigation is going forward,” said Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney, chair of the committee. - Congress’ investigation into Washington’s workplace culture and alleged financial improprieties comes at the same time as the NFL’s second investigation of the Commanders in less than two years. - Beth Wilkinson initially investigated Washington’s toxic workplace culture for 10 months before presenting her findings to the NFL. However, there were no written reports provided at the NFL and Washington’s request. - Earlier this year, new allegations emerged against owner Daniel Snyder, which is now a part of the NFL’s investigation, led by Mary Jo White. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 31, 2022

Report: Commanders Investigated by Congress over Alleged Financial Improprieties / Congress is reportedly investigating the Washington Commanders franchise on allegations

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Mar 31, 2022

Bucky Brooks goes defense for the Commanders in his latest mock draft / - - - The Washington

Bucky Brooks goes defense for the Commanders in his latest mock draft / - - - The Washington Commanders could go in several directions with their first-round pick in next month’s 2022 NFL draft. One position we can likely rule out is quarterback. - That leaves wide receiver, cornerback, offensive line and linebacker as realistic options for Washington. If Notre Dame safety Kyle Hamilton would somehow fall out of the top 10, that should be an easy call for the Commanders as Hamilton is arguably the best overall player in the draft. - Washington has multiple holes and one option for the Commanders could be to aggressively attempt to trade down add some draft capital. Washington lost its third-round pick in the Carson Wentz trade and is also without a fifth-round selection. - Former NFL wide receiver Bucky Brooks, an analyst for NFL.com and co-host of the “Move the Sticks” podcast with Daniel Jeremiah, recently released his latest mock draft and he goes defense for the Commanders at No. 11. - The pick: LSU cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. - As a five-star talent with the tools to play as a shutdown corner on the island, Stingley could take the Commanders’ defense to the next level if he locks in and performs to his potential. - Talent-wise, Stingley could be the most talented player in the 2022 draft. He was the best defensive back in the country as a true freshman on LSU’s national championship team in 2019. Unfortunately for Stingley, he’s only 10 played a total of 10 games over the past two seasons. - Cincinnati’s Ahmad Gardner is now considered the top cornerback prospect in the draft, although no one would disagree with a team taking Stingley first. Remember, Stingley has been touted as a top-five pick until his 2021 season. - Stingley would be a good pick for the Commanders as you are betting on the talent. If things work out, he could be one of the top cornerbacks in the NFL for the next decade. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 31, 2022

Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie will 'welcome Carson (Wentz) when he comes back' / It seems like everyone is talking about

Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie will 'welcome Carson (Wentz) when he comes back' / It seems like everyone is talking about new Washington Commanders quarterback Carson Wentz these days. Both of Wentz’s former head coaches — Frank Reich and Doug Pederson — spoke about Wentz at the NFL owner’s meetings this week. - Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay also spoke of Wentz, making it clear he felt the Wentz era in Indy was a mistake, all but blaming his former quarterback for the Colts not making the playoffs. - If each of Wentz’s former head coaches and one owner could discuss Wentz, then why couldn’t the owner who drafted Wentz — Philadelphia’s Jeffrey Lurie — also talk about his former franchise quarterback. - Lurie, also speaking at the NFL owner’s meetings, regrets how things ended with Wentz but certainly has plenty of fond memories. - “Let me just say, Carson, 2017, we’ll never forget it,” Lurie said per Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia. - Probably played at an MVP level. There’s no way we’d be a No. 1 seed going into the playoffs if it weren’t for Carson. I doubt we would have been able to win the Super Bowl if we didn’t have the No. 1 seed. It’s hard to know. But that was the best of Carson. That was the best of Carson. When we drafted Carson, that’s what we hoped for; it was an MVP-level quarterback. - That 2017 season is why Indianapolis traded for Wentz, and Washington traded for him earlier this month. Both organizations believe that player still exists. While Wentz posted some solid numbers in 2021 with the Colts, he was far from the player he was earlier in his career. - Now that Wentz is back in the NFC East, how will he be welcomed in Philadelphia? - “I welcome Carson when he comes back,” Lurie said. “I think I’d rather take the road of, ‘He really helped us in a very important way in the 2017 season.’ And I wish he would have been able to maintain the level of growth throughout, and it didn’t pan out that way.” - Lurie likely his thoughts about Wentz and how things ended but chose to take the high road. - Wentz’s return to Philadelphia will be one of the NFL’s most interesting contests in 2022. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! -

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Mar 31, 2022

Alex Smith discusses Washington football dysfunction / Alex Smith opens up regarding some of the dysfunction in Washington.

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Mar 31, 2022

Former Washington defensive back Todd Bowles is the new head coach of the Buccaneers / Todd Bowles spent seven of

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Mar 30, 2022

Another puzzling piece of the Dan Snyder puzzle / Tuesday brought yet another puzzling development regarding the ownership of the

Another puzzling piece of the Dan Snyder puzzle / Tuesday brought yet another puzzling development regarding the ownership of the Washington Commanders by Daniel Snyder. - NFL commissioner Roger Goodell at the owner’s meetings, stated Tuesday that Daniel Snyder remains uninvolved in day-to-day operations of the Commanders. Further, Goodell expressed he would determine when and if Snyder returns. - Yet, Washington fans will all recall at the unveiling of the Commanders new name February 2, Snyder was indeed present and front and center. Others will remember that head coach Ron Rivera said on more than one occasion he had spoken with Snyder during the season, keeping the owner informed. - The arrangement remains uncertain though Tanya Snyder has been more visible than husband, Dan. Does that mean she is actually directing the day-to-day operations? Might she be present visibly yet in constant communication with Dan who could be still calling the shots at Ashburn? Or might Tanya actually be supervising and Dan is truly only learning from Tanya how she is leading? It is bizarre and another example of the atypical, unusual ownership that has marked the Snyder era. - What we do know is Roger Goodell and NFL owners did not request Attorney Beth Wilkinson to file a report in writing concluding her report last July. This tremendously set back the investigation, and another investigation has been ordered by Goodell, since new accusations against Snyder arose in February. - What would have transpired had Beth Wilkinson presented a written report? There are those who feel it would have been recommended to the NFL owners that Snyder be removed from ownership of the Washington franchise. - Has Goodell actually suspended Snyder or not? In July, why did Snyder’s lawyer state Snyder could return whenever he desired? Does Goodell actually have control over this awkward situation? - Some sponsors have begun to desert Snyder, so might fellow NFL owners and Goodell determine they need to “follow the money” before this results in even more sponsors rejecting the Commanders’ owner? - Nearly all Washington fans expressing their opinions seem to be tired of his ownership and are hopeful for Snyder’s removal. NFL owners could vote for Snyder’s removal and nearly all Washington fans think that would help the team on the field. Therefore, I can instantly think of three NFL owners that would probably vote for Snyder to maintain his ownership — the three NFC East divisional rival owners, of course. They appear to benefit the most if Snyder remains Washington’s owner. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - -

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Mar 30, 2022

Colts' owner Jim Irsay: 'It was very obvious' Colts had to move on from Wentz / - -

Colts' owner Jim Irsay: 'It was very obvious' Colts had to move on from Wentz / - - - Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay spoke to the media Tuesday at the NFL owner’s meetings and discussed his former quarterback — and the current Washington Commanders quarterback — Carson Wentz. - Irsay spoke of his disappointment in Indianapolis missing the playoffs after a horrible and embarrassing blowout loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Wentz was terrible in that game, something he acknowledged when he was introduced as Washington’s quarterback earlier this month. - Irsay was frustrated multiple times during the 2021 season, with the Colts’ slow start and miserable finish. That frustration led him to one conclusion: Carson Wentz’s stint with the Colts would last only one season and that was not negotiable. - “I wish Carson well, I think he has a chance to go into a different environment and play great in Washington,” Irsay said per Zak Keefer of The Athletic. “It’s just, for us, it was something we had to move away from as a franchise. It was very obvious.” - He later clarified his remarks on Wentz. - “Carson is not the scapegoat,” Irsay said. “It simply didn’t work out for us and what we are trying to accomplish. I mean, he’s a good man, a good father and a guy who put a lot of effort into the year and worked really hard and wanted to have success. It just didn’t work out.” - It seems like Irsay is speaking out of both sides of his mouth. “It was very obvious” Wentz had to go, but he wasn’t the scapegoat? The Colts had more problems than Wentz in 2021. We’ve heard more than a whisper this offseason that the owner wasn’t a fan of Wentz because of his choice to not receive the COVID-19 vaccine. - Now, was Wentz great in 2021? Absolutely not. But all the praise Colts head coach Frank Reich has heaped on Wentz is authentic. It likely wasn’t Reich or GM Chris Ballard’s decision to move on from Wentz after only one season. - If you listen to Reich and Ballard talk about Wentz, then Irsay, you have no doubt where the decision came from. The owner even admitted that the Colts would have likely cut Wentz even if it did cost the team the $15 million Wentz was guaranteed for 2022. - As the old saying goes, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” - We shall see if the Commanders have better luck with Wentz in 2022. He’s certainly wanted in Washington, something that wasn’t the case in Indianapolis — at least from ownership. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign

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Mar 30, 2022

Ron Rivera on Chase Young: 2021 season was an 'awakening' / - - - The 2021 season was

Ron Rivera on Chase Young: 2021 season was an 'awakening' / - - - The 2021 season was a forgettable one for Washington defensive end Chase Young. The 2020 NFL defensive rookie of the year played in nine games and recorded only 1.5 sacks before tearing his ACL in November. - Much of the drama last offseason was Young skipping voluntary offseason workouts. While that didn’t necessarily correlate to Young’s struggles last season, head coach Ron Rivera would prefer his young star pass-rusher be with the team. - In his chat with reporters Tuesday at the NFL owner’s meetings and the coach discussed Young and his disappointing 2021 season. - “I think for Chase, it was a little bit of an awakening, a little bit of a realization,” Rivera said via Ethan Cadeaux of NBC Sports Washington. - Young has mostly stayed away from the spotlight as he works back from his knee injury. Rivera has been impressed with Young’s recovery and expects him to be present for the offseason. - “In my conversations with him, he said he’s going to be here, and I’m pretty excited to see him here,” Rivera said. - That’s encouraging news for Rivera and Washington. While it is within Young’s rights to skip offseason activities, it is one less distraction for a team that hopes to rebound from a 7-10 season, which saw the defense take steps backward. - One quote that stood out from Rivera on Tuesday and this wasn’t about Young in particular, but the entire team: - - - “For us, I hope that the realization that we hadn’t arrived has set in and that just showing up is not good enough,” Rivera said. - - - - - Ouch. But the coach is 100% correct. It seemed that too many people, whether players or fans, were far too excited about a surprising 2020 season that saw Washington win the NFC East — with a 7-9 record — and believed they’d just show up and repeat as division champions. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 29, 2022

Dan Snyder's Wife Tanya to Represent Commanders for 'Foreseeable Future,' per Goodell / Washington Commanders This article will be updated

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Mar 28, 2022

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Mar 28, 2022

Washington loses bid to host 2024 NFL draft / Washington loses out on bid for 2024 NFL draft.

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Mar 28, 2022

Where are the Commanders in the latest NFL power rankings? / - - - We are almost two

Where are the Commanders in the latest NFL power rankings? / - - - We are almost two full weeks into the new NFL league year. The first wave of free agency is essentially over, and some teams already look dramatically different. - Some of the NFL’s top free agents remain on the market. Tyrann Mathieu, Bobby Wagner and Jarvis Landry are still unsigned, with several value free agents also looking for homes. While the big names make the headlines during the legal tampering period, it’s the players signed between now and training camp that can often make the difference for contending teams. - The Washington Commanders have remained mostly quiet outside of trading for quarterback Carson Wentz. Fans always knew the quarterback acquisition would always be the team’s biggest move this offseason, although the Wentz move came out of left field. - The Commanders have signed only two outside free agents — guard Andrew Norwell and defensive end Efe Obada. Washington signed Norwell to replace the released Ereck Flowers, while Obada will bring experienced depth behind Chase Young and Montez Sweat. - With all of the big quarterback moves seemingly done — although we await Baker Mayfield’s fate — NFL.com recently unveiled its new power rankings. - Did Washington move up after the acquisition of Wentz? - Actually, no, Washington moved down a spot to No. 26. - Carson Wentz just wants to be loved. “Knowing that you’re wanted and feeling that support means a lot,” the veteran said in his first news conference after being acquired by the Commanders. “It allows me to play confidently, freely, which will allow me to play my best ball.” Wentz profiles as an upgrade over the inconsistent Taylor Heinicke, but you wonder if Washington would have ultimately been better off finding a cheaper solution on the open market. Wentz hasn’t been a special player for a long time, and it’s telling that two teams have now cut ties with the former No. 2 overall pick in as many years. Perhaps Wentz can rediscover his 2017 form with a standout supporting cast — that’s just not something the Commanders have at the moment. - Wentz has a lot to prove. But Washington should get a healthy Young and Sweat back, among others. Wentz is an upgrade over the gritty Taylor Heinicke, but how many more wins is that worth? Apparently, not much, according to Dan Hanzus. - Washington lost four significant contributors from last season: guards Brandon Scherff and Flowers and defensive tackles Matt Ioannidis and Tim Settle. Scherff is the biggest loss, but Washington has gotten accustomed to playing without him over the years. Wes Schweitzer isn’t better than Scherff, but he is a more than capable replacement. Norwell and Flowers are essentially equals, with Norwell half the price. - It will be interesting to see where the Commanders find depth at defensive tackle and who starts at inside linebacker in the fall. - - - - - -

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Mar 28, 2022

Commanders should pass on a quarterback in the 2022 NFL draft / - - - The NFL’s worst-kept

Commanders should pass on a quarterback in the 2022 NFL draft / - - - The NFL’s worst-kept entering the offseason was the Washington Commanders were in the quarterback business. Head coach Ron Rivera told anyone who would listen Washington was adding a quarterback, preferably a veteran, but would not hesitate in starting a first-round rookie if he was ready. - Earlier this month, the Commanders ended their quarterback search, trading draft picks to the Indianapolis Colts for Carson Wentz. The Wentz trade has been criticized around the NFL, but for Washington, this was about upgrading the position in 2022. Wentz provides a clear upgrade for Washington from the past three seasons. - With Wentz under contract for three more seasons, should Washington still look at quarterbacks in the 2022 NFL draft? - Yes and no. - The Commanders hold the No. 11 overall pick in the draft. While this quarterback class isn’t described as very strong, multiple players have starting potential. Kenny Pickett is deemed the most NFL-ready, while Malik Willis offers immense upside. - If Willis or Pickett is there at No. 11 with Washington on the clock, should they be the pick? - No. Does anyone remember what happened in Philadelphia when Howie Roseman took Jalen Hurts in the second round of the 2020 NFL draft? It didn’t go well for the Eagles or Wentz. And while Wentz could downplay its impact on him that season, it was clearly an issue. - Washington can get out of Wentz’s contract with relative ease after the 2022 season if things don’t go as planned. Sure, the Commanders will lose the draft picks, but that’s the cost of doing business. Wentz is like a lottery ticket for Washington. If things go well, the Commanders have their quarterback for the foreseeable future. If things go as many have speculated, Washington is back in the same position in 2023. - So why not do everything possible to help Wentz succeed? - Let’s pretend the above scenario is in play, and another team, perhaps the New Orleans Saints, wants to move up for one of the quarterbacks. Washington should do everything to move down, accumulate more picks and fill out some of the holes on the roster that haven’t been filled in free agency. - The Commanders head into this draft needing an inside linebacker, wide receiver, tight end, cornerback, safety and a guard. Sure, some of these positions aren’t a major concern, but others are. If Washington moved down to say No. 18, it could still land a quality wideout, corner, or linebacker. - Let’s go back to the quarterback question. We’ve heard the Commanders like Desmond Ridder. What if he is there in the second round? Well, this presents an interesting situation. If you love the player, and he is there, then you have to select him — especially if it’s a quarterback. Right? - Theoretically, the answer would be yes. In Washington’s case, again, this is a negative.

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Mar 27, 2022

Commanders quarterback Carson Wentz will face both of his former teams in 2022 / One of the more compelling storylines

Commanders quarterback Carson Wentz will face both of his former teams in 2022 / One of the more compelling storylines of the 2022 NFL season is new Washington Commanders quarterback Carson Wentz returning to Philadelphia to play the team that drafted him in 2016. - Washington will also play at Indianapolis sometime in 2022, the team that traded Wentz to the Commanders. - Considering how Wentz’s time with each of those times ended, his three meetings against his former teams, especially the two road games, should rank among the NFL’s top “revenge” games for 2022. Adam Rank of NFL.com recently took a look at some of the top revenge games for 2022, and Wentz’s games against the Eagles made the cut. - Wentz was a leading NFL MVP candidate before he blew out his knee against the Rams back in December of 2017. Can we pause for a moment to reflect on the fact that this was four-plus years ago? (Or two Tom Brady rings ago.) Wild to think about where Wentz has gone from there — and where he is now, a member of the rival Commanders. These two bouts against the Eagles are going to be saucy. - While there will be plenty of intrigue with Wentz’s return to Indianapolis, much of that will depend on when the game is scheduled. If it is in the middle of the season or toward the end, Colts fans will be comparing Wentz and Matt Ryan. Otherwise, an early-season game shouldn’t present too many emotions for Wentz in Indy, considering he only spent one season there. - However, things are much different with the Eagles. While many negative things were said about Wentz after the Colts agreed to trade him to Washington, it was much worse when Philadelphia shipped Wentz to Indianapolis. - Now, Wentz is back in the NFC East against the team where he spent the first five seasons of his NFL career. Wentz was beloved at one point in Philly, so it will be interesting to see how he’s treated as Washington’s new quarterback. Wentz wouldn’t expect a warm reaction. - If you ask anyone how they believe Wentz’s time in Washington will end, almost universally, everyone expects it to end much the same as his previous two stops. - It’s almost unfair. However, Wentz is the one person who can change that narrative by playing well and leading the Commanders back to the playoffs — and picking up wins over each of his former teams. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured

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Mar 27, 2022

Logan Paulsen talks Commanders and defensive backs in the draft / The Commanders have the No. 11 pick, and former

Logan Paulsen talks Commanders and defensive backs in the draft / The Commanders have the No. 11 pick, and former Washington tight end Logan Paulsen firmly believes in the pass-happy NFL, you can’t have too many good defensive backs. - Paulsen, a guest with Pete Medhurst and Chris Russell on the Team 980 Friday, provided his analysis from his film breakdown of the top defensive backs in this 2022 draft. - Cincinnati cornerback Ahmad Gardner: “Has great top-end speed to recover when beaten, knows how to use his length, and has nice hips. You can tell the game is important to him. Against screen passes he’s fitting off blocks, he’s fitting on offensive lineman. He’s trying to squeeze in there, he’s trying to make the tackle. If Gardner falls to No. 11, you have to take him. He is too good a talent to pass on.” - LSU cornerback Derek Stingley Jr: “His film of 2019 is pretty spectacular. Has great feet, great hips. But when I watch the film I really question his love of the game, and where he is and how passionate he is. Is he going to make tackles? Is he going to give up on you? After watching his film, he is the fourth guy for me now.” - Paulsen said he now ranks the corners as Gardner, Andrew Booth (Clemson), Trent McDuffie (Washington), and Stingley. - This is quite interesting because former Washington CB Fred Smoot told John Keim this week, that if Washington drafts Stingley, he would be the number one corner on the team instantly. - Paulsen continued on Stingley, “Obviously he has tremendous ball skills and quiet, calm feet, the ease in coverage. But what happens when the ball is tossed to his side? Is he going to take on the tackle? Or is he going to let that go for 10 or 15 yards? Some people don’t think that is as important, but that is part of my evaluation. Stingley was maybe the best player in college football in 2019, but that player is two years removed now. Those things that Stingley struggled with Gardner did them quite well.” - Regarding McDuffie, Paulsen added, “He fits runs harder than Stingley.” - Paulsen quoted one of his NFL friends, “Everyone gets caught up in the measurables. But does the kid love football?” - Notre Dame safety Kyle Hamilton: “He’s an enforcer back there. If he’s there at 11 you make the pick and pat yourself on the back for a great selection. Makes plays, covers a ton of ground, on tape, he is running by guys to make the tackle. He could play Buffalo Nickel, linebacker or deep safety.” - “Jaquan Brisker (Penn State) and Jalen Pitre (Baylor), those guys are tackling Johnny’s; they love putting their face on people, they love defeating blocks.” Paulsen feels either of those safeties would be good picks for the Commanders in round two. - - - - - -

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Mar 27, 2022

Andrew Norwell: 'Fired up to be a Commander' / Andrew Norwell not only signed to be the Washington Commanders new

Andrew Norwell: 'Fired up to be a Commander' / Andrew Norwell not only signed to be the Washington Commanders new starting left guard. He signed because he wanted to come play for Ron Rivera. - Last week, in meeting the local press, Norwell was not shy, “I’m fired up to be a Commander. I’m just looking forward to this opportunity.” From the start, Norvell has made it clear, his signing was not merely about money, he desired to again play for line coach John Matsko and Rivera. “Their consistency. The way coach treats his players. he’s very consistent, gives everybody an opportunity. he gave me an opportunity when I was a rookie.” - It certainly was not about the money, as Norwell signed a bargain deal for Washington. It is a two-year deal for $10 million. Keep in mind, Ereck Flowers was scheduled to make $10 million himself next season and Brandon Scherff made $18 million last season. - - Andrew Norwell's cap hits: '22: $2.78 million'23: $5.12 millionNotes: $3.5 million signing bonus; $5.7 mil in total guarantees…If cut before '23 season, Wash saves $2.32 mil vs the cap. Has a $40k per game roster bonus each year up to $680K. Has $200K workout bonus each yr - — John Keim (@john_keim) March 22, 2022 - - - “It’s really big,” Norwell said. “Being familiar with the coaching, being able to go in Day 1 and start those relationships again, build them even stronger and contribute to this team, I’m just fired up about it and looking forward to it.” - Norwell 6-foot-6 325, began his career going undrafted out of Ohio State, signing with the Panthers in 2014. He quickly proved himself, starting 9 games his rookie year, and was voted to the Pro Bowl in 2017. He spent his last four seasons with the Jacksonville Jaguars. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 27, 2022

Terry McLaurin in top 10 of list of best potential 2023 free agents / Let the speculation begin. The 2023

Terry McLaurin in top 10 of list of best potential 2023 free agents / Let the speculation begin. The 2023 class of potential free agents has a chance to be one of the more star-studded in NFL history. Of course, a lot can — and will — change before March 2023. Players will sign extensions; perhaps some will be traded, while others will be stuck on the franchise tag. - The Washington Commanders have two key free agents in 2023 — wide receiver Terry McLaurin and defensive tackle Daron Payne. ESPN recently did a “way-too-early” free-agent preview for 2023, and McLaurin made the list at No. 9. - Toiling with subpar quarterback play throughout his time in Washington, McLaurin has nevertheless demonstrated elite-level ball skills and toughness. He has excellent hands, having dropped only four passes on 351 career targets, and would seem to be a reliable 1,000-yard receiver — for almost any team, with almost any quarterback — for years to come. - Washington certainly hopes it has an answer for its previously subpar quarterback play after acquiring Carson Wentz via trade earlier this month. - McLaurin is the third receiver among ESPN’s top 10 free agents, behind Deebo Samuel and A.J. Brown, which indicates how strong the class is. - We’ve discussed over and over how important it is for Washington to extend McLaurin soon. The longer the Commanders wait, the more McLaurin will cost. While McLaurin isn’t considered entirely on the same level as Devante Adams and Tyreek Hill, he is undoubtedly much better than Christian Kirk. McLaurin is a borderline top-10 receiver in the NFL, which means he will easily cost over $20 million annually. - From all indications, the Commanders will make a serious offer to keep McLaurin. Head coach Ron Rivera and general manager Martin Mayhew have made it clear McLaurin is a priority. A serious offer begins north of $20 million. - The one thing Washington fans fear is another dance with the franchise tag. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 26, 2022

Where does the Carson Wentz trade rank among the NFL's offseason quarterback movement? / This offseason has been one of

Where does the Carson Wentz trade rank among the NFL's offseason quarterback movement? / This offseason has been one of the wildest in NFL history — perhaps the wildest ever. This offseason has been one for the books, from unprecedented quarterback movement to trades involving star players to the unreal money tossed around; this offseason has been one for the books, and it’s only just over a week old. - The Washington Commanders made it known they would be involved with every available veteran quarterback this offseason. Even if some of the top veterans, such as Russell Wilson, wanted nothing to do with Washington, the Commanders would be aggressive. - That aggressiveness landed Washington Carson Wentz in a trade with the Indianapolis Colts. - How is Wentz’s arrival compared with the rest of the quarterback movement this offseason? CBS Sports recently ranked all the quarterback moves from this offseason, from trades to free-agent signings and Wentz to Washington came in at No. 5: - Wentz has been the butt of jokes and subject of pile-on criticism ever since his abrupt falling-out in Philadelphia, and as Colts GM Chris Ballard noted before dealing the QB after just one year together, most of the concerns are valid. Entering year seven, Wentz still struggles to cut forced throws and delayed decisions out of his game-day toolkit. So the price tag here is steep, especially considering someone like Jameis Winston could’ve given you just as much boom-or-bust potential for half the salary, and at the expense of zero draft picks. Still, he’s capable of top-15 production and certainly offers higher upside than Taylor Heinicke. If all goes poorly in his return to the NFC East, he can be cut without penalty, saving more than $26M in 2023. - The trade has primarily been criticized because Wentz is now on his third team in over 12 months. Some even felt Washington shouldn’t make a trade for Wentz, as many believed the Colts would release him. - Washington made the right move in trading for Wentz. You can argue the draft pick and financial compensation. But, as CBS stated, if the Wentz experiment fails, you can cut bait after the 2022 season with no further financial commitment. - Sure, the draft picks hurt if he fails, but that’s the cost of doing business. If Washington had waited on Indianapolis to potentially release Wentz, what if it never happened? Or, what if the Steelers swooped in and stole Wentz? There were too many unknowns, and the Commanders weren’t going to head into free agency without addressing the position. - Wentz is an upgrade over what Washington has had at quarterback over the last few seasons, and more so than any other position, the cost of upgrading at quarterback is expensive. - This is a make-or-break season for Wentz, and no one understands that better than he does. - - - - - - - - - - -

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Mar 26, 2022

Commanders offensive tackle Sam Cosmi named a potential breakout player for 2022 / The Washington Commanders selected offensive tackle Sam

Commanders offensive tackle Sam Cosmi named a potential breakout player for 2022 / The Washington Commanders selected offensive tackle Sam Cosmi in the second round of the 2021 NFL draft with the expectation he would start as a rookie. - Washington liked Cosmi so much it cut longtime starting right tackle one month after the NFL draft. Cosmi would battle veteran Cornelius Lucas for the right to start at offensive tackle. - After starting nine games as a rookie — Cosmi missed eight games due to injuries — bigger things are expected from the former Texas Longhorn in 2022. - Alex Ballentine of Bleacher Report recently named one potential breakout player for all 32 NFL teams. Cosmi was his pick for Washington: - - The Washington Commanders right tackle looked incredibly comfortable in the run game from the get-go. Even in September, he had the third-highest run-blocking grade from Pro Football Focus. He moved defenders and created lanes. - The pass blocking was still a work in progress. He allowed four sacks on 474 snaps, per PFF. But the biggest issue was his health. Cosmi only played nine games because of ankle and hip injuries and a trip to the reserve/COVID-19 list. - The injuries would be a bigger concern if Cosmi had a long history of them at Texas. He started 34 games for the Longhorns and played in every contest for three seasons before opting out at the end of the 2020 campaign. - - Cosmi looked outstanding at times in 2021. After a rough start in training camp against Chase Young and Montez Sweat, Cosmi adjusted and won the starting job over Lucas. In his first NFL game against Joey Bosa, Cosmi struggled but continued to improve until an ankle injury in Week 5 cost him several weeks. - Cosmi returned before going out with a hip injury. - Already a dominant run blocker, the sky is the limit for Cosmi as he improves in pass protection. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 26, 2022

New Commanders defensive end doesn't take himself too seriously / Efe Obada is happy to reunite with Washington coach Ron

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Mar 26, 2022

NFL Network 4-round mock draft predicts WR to Commanders / Chad Reuter with his NFL Network four-round 2022 mock draft

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Mar 25, 2022

J.D. McKissic thrilled to be back in Washington / McKissic says he has "unfinished business" with the Commanders.

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Mar 25, 2022

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Mar 25, 2022

Commanders re-sign Cornelius Lucas for 2 years / - - - The Commanders found last year they really

Commanders re-sign Cornelius Lucas for 2 years / - - - The Commanders found last year they really were thankful to have Cornelius Lucas at swing tackle when rookie right tackle Sam Cosmi was injured. Thursday, Washington re-signed Lucas to again be the man counted on to contribute heavily when needed at either tackle spot for Cosmi or Charles Leno. - - OT Cornelius Lucas is re-signing with the Washington Commanders, per source. Broad terms: Two years, $8.2 million. - — Ben Standig (@BenStandig) March 24, 2022 - - - The Washington offensive line was the team strength in 2021; however, losing Brandon Scherff to the Jaguars (free agent) and releasing left guard Ereck Flowers instantly raised questions and concerns in Commanders fans. - Quickly Washington signed free agent guard Andrew Norwell to replace Flowers. Wes Schweitzer for now is expected to be the starting right guard at the beginning of training camp. - “We won’t have those guys next year, so we’ve got to find replacements for them and that’s what every season boils down to,” Lucas said after signing a two-year contract. “I think we’re going to be ready. Coach (John) Matsko is going to have us ready to go. I’m not worried about it.” - Lucas, when asked said he had “heard from a few teams” and then added, “I picked up a good amount of traction, more than I have in the past. But everyone was faking and booty-shaking and Washington was the only one that came through.” - Lucas, who will be 31 in July, appeared in 15 games, starting 7 in 2021. Undrafted out of Kansas State in 2014, Lucas (6-8, 327) signed with the Lions, playing three seasons in Detroit (2014-16). Then came single seasons with the Rams, Saints and Bears (2017-19). Lucas now enters his third season with Washington (2020-22). - Realistically, the Chicago Bears have helped Washington greatly, with Washington reaping great benefits from the signings of tackles Leno and Lucas. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 25, 2022

Commanders sent a large contingent to Cincinnati's pro day including Ron Rivera / Will the Washington Commanders select a quarterback

Commanders sent a large contingent to Cincinnati's pro day including Ron Rivera / Will the Washington Commanders select a quarterback in the 2022 NFL draft? That’s one of the biggest mysteries in next month’s draft. The Commanders, who traded for veteran quarterback Carson Wentz last month, haven’t completely ruled out adding a rookie. - It was pro day week for some of the NFL draft’s top quarterback prospects this week. Kenny Pickett, Malik Willis and Matt Corral all hosted pro days this week. Washington was represented at each event, however, head coach Ron Rivera was not present. - Rivera was on the road Wednesday in Columbus, Ohio, at Ohio State’s pro day and was spotted talking to first-round prospect, wide receiver Chris Olave. - On Thursday, Rivera was back on the road at Cincinnati’s pro day. Rivera’s presence in Cincinnati is notable because of quarterback Desmond Ridder and cornerback Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner. Gardner is expected to be a top-ten pick, while Ridder is a borderline first-round prospect, who could go early in the second round. - As Ben Standig of The Athletic pointed out before, Washington has maintained some level of interest in Ridder. There are different scenarios where the Commanders could look to select Ridder if he falls, just not with the No. 11 overall pick. - - Ron Rivera is attending Cincinnati’s pro day. This is the only one of the four main QB sessions he's attended this week. Have mentioned previously Washington has interest in Desmond Ridder. It's also a quick trip from Ohio State, where many with the organization were yesterday. - — Ben Standig (@BenStandig) March 24, 2022 - - - Ridder has many of the skills and intangibles Rivera has previously mentioned he is looking for in a quarterback. What if Washington trades the No. 11 overall pick, and moves back a few positions to add extra draft capital. And with that extra capital, Washington makes a move to select Ridder with its second-round pick — if he falls. - You can’t rule out anything, and that’s the perfect scenario for Washington. Ridder is a good prospect who could start early in his NFL career. That’s not going to happen with the Commanders. - Perhaps Rivera was in town to get a closer look at Gardner or wide receiver Alec Pierce. Or, maybe he was a part of Washington’s large contingent — which featured nine members of the organization — because Cincinnati is just a short drive from Columbus. - Either way, it’s smart for Rivera and Washington to do its due diligence on Ridder if he is indeed a prospect the team likes. - - Possible record-breaking turnout at Cincinnati’s pro-day today. Can’t recall G5 workout w/ 90+ NFL attendees. Falcons bringing 12 team reps and Commanders (9) & Steelers (8) not far behind. QB Desmond Ridder is headliner but Luke Fickell’s squad should have 8 players drafted. pic.twitter.com/9FxPcRxCl9 - — Jim Nagy (@JimNagy_SB) March 24, 2022 -

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Mar 24, 2022

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Mar 24, 2022

Washington coach Ron Rivera was present at Ohio State's pro day / It’s generally a pretty big deal when the

Washington coach Ron Rivera was present at Ohio State's pro day / It’s generally a pretty big deal when the head coach of an NFL team shows up at an NFL draft prospect’s pro day. Sure, it seems like Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is everywhere these days. Still, Washington coach Ron Rivera has mostly allowed his staff, including general manager Martin Mayhew, personnel executive Marty Hurney and specific coaches, to handle pro days. - This week, top quarterback prospects Kenny Pickett and Malik Willis had their pro days on campus in Pittsburgh and Lynchburg, Virginia, respectively. Washington sent a contingent to both pro days; however, Rivera was not among those who attended. - On Wednesday, Rivera did attend a pro day. The Washington head coach was in Columbus, Ohio, to watch Ohio State’s pro day. The Buckeyes churn out multiple top NFL prospects every year, so in a sense, it’s not a surprise to see a head coach in attendance. - One photo, in particular, drew the attention of Washington fans. Rivera was pictured chatting with Ohio State star wideout Chris Olave Wednesday. In case you haven’t heard, the Commanders could use another wide receiver, and the Buckeyes have two — Olave and Garrett Wilson — who are first-round prospects. - - Chris Olave with Ron Rivera pic.twitter.com/nvpw6SW2Q4 - — Bill Landis (@BillLandis25) March 23, 2022 - - - Are we reading too much into this photo? Perhaps. But the Commanders have a need, two former Buckeye wide receivers already on the roster, and the head coach was in town. - As far as Rivera not attending the workouts of Pickett, Willis, or Matt Corral, he’s seen enough to know whether or not he would draft either quarterback if they fell to No. 11. After trading for Carson Wentz, it seems doubtful, but Rivera hasn’t ruled it out if a quarterback is one of the players the team loves. - Several positions could be in play for Washington at No. 11, specifically wide receiver, linebacker, cornerback, or guard, and both Wilson and Olave could very much be in play for the Commanders. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 24, 2022

Carson Wentz learning in football and in life / - - - The “Washington Football Podcast” with J.P.

Carson Wentz learning in football and in life / - - - The “Washington Football Podcast” with J.P. Finlay enjoyed a conversation with Carson Wentz Tuesday. - Wentz said he was initially shocked, wondering what was going on when first hearing he was traded to Washington after only one season with the Colts. - He said shortly afterward, he heard from Commanders coach Ron Rivera and described Rivera as “fired up, excited” saying several times, “you are wanted here.” The former Eagle and Colt QB said it was freeing to know you are valued and wanted. - Finlay asked what he had learned being in three places in three seasons. Wentz replied, “The world is crazy, the NFL is a crazy league there are things outside of your control, and for me as a man of faith there is a lot of surrendering to God’s plan.” - He also talked of learning NFL careers are short, and you have to be constantly looking for ways to improve your craft, to look for ways to be the best that you absolutely can, looking for ways to put your best foot forward. - Wentz volunteered he is not a perfect husband, a perfect father, a perfect player, that he knows he needs to always be looking for ways to get better, be better. He talked of ups and downs, good and bad, times of wrestling caused him to grow in his faith. That he knows in tough times there is victory in the end, and God is still writing his story, there is a purpose and God’s plan in the midst of life’s failings and struggles. - Carson talked of how the Colts were rolling at one point last season, but he did not play well those last two games and he puts a lot of that on himself, realizing he needs to be better in those key late moments. - He talked of being willing to do all he can to come through for this team and his new teammates, but knows he will not always deliver. Yet believes what he can promise is he will always put his best foot forward intentionally seeking to play his best and be the leader this team needs. - I also volunteered that his wife is a champ and works hard at being a good mom to his two little girls. - Finlay, in summary, stated he is willing to give Wentz a clean slate in his coming to Washington and hopes he plays well for the Commanders. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning

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Mar 24, 2022

Longtime Colts insider says Carson Wentz trade was 'owner-driven' / - - - Hey, Commanders fans, a wise

Longtime Colts insider says Carson Wentz trade was 'owner-driven' / - - - Hey, Commanders fans, a wise man hears both sides of a matter. - This wise saying was proven true again Wednesday when Colts insider Mike Chappell of FOX59/CBS4 Sports in Indianapolis was a guest on the “Al Galdi Podcast.” Chappell has covered the Colts since 1984 and certainly dropped some good information Wednesday. - MC: “Wentz was not the only reason this team imploded at all. If the defense makes one stop in the second half against Baltimore, just one stop and stop a two-point conversion, they are in the playoffs.” - MC: “He played awful the last two games.. and GM Chris Ballard has mentioned how Wentz did not make the layups he often could have made. Too often there were plays that could have been made and too often he did not make the layups.” - “They thought they could fix him from what was wrong his last year in Philly and it didn’t work. The caution I would give for Washington is it didn’t work with Frank Reich with whom Wentz had his best years in Philly.” - “This was owner-driven…for him to drive this is unusual it really is…For them to move on from Wentz after only one year, told me volumes of at least what the owner wanted to do. He wanted to have anyone but Carson Wentz as his quarterback.” - “Irsay called in Ballard and Reich the night of the Jacksonville (season finale loss) game. He never does that. In his mind (Irsay) this had to be done. I am guessing Frank Reich didn’t go to that meeting expecting to be told that they were done with Wentz.” - “At the end of the day we are going to get a united front (of Irsay, Ballard, Reich) but this was one of those rare times the owner stepped in and said, ‘This is what we are doing’…They were just done with him. If you don’t trust your quarterback, what do you have? Enough people with votes didn’t trust him.” - “Jeff George (former Colt and briefly Washington QB) had one of the greatest arms I’ve ever seen, but he just didn’t have the ‘it factor.’ They just didn’t think Carson Wentz had the it factor. But having said that I know there have been a couple of players come out in support of Wentz like Jonathan Taylor (running back).” - “I tell you, something we will never hear for a lot of reasons, his not being vaccinated, bothered the owner…A problem they had was a lot of the team leaders were not vaccinated. Darius Leonard, Braden Smith, Quenton Nelson, Ryan Kelly and these were the leaders…Maybe the owner thought, “If my quarterback had been more of a leader and gotten vaccinated and done this with the team, maybe…” - “I am convinced on some level the fact that so many players tested positive late and the way they

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Mar 24, 2022

What's Washington's Super Bowl odds after Carson Wentz trade? / - - - Washington head coach Ron Rivera

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Mar 24, 2022

Commanders expected to bring back key offensive lineman / - - - Are the Washington Commanders close to

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Mar 23, 2022

Commanders re-sign cornerback Danny Johnson / A key member of Washington’s secondary will return in 2022 as cornerback Danny Johnson

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Mar 23, 2022

Commanders sign defensive end Efe Obada / Stop if you’ve heard this before: the Washington Commanders signed a former Carolina

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Mar 23, 2022

Commanders will have a new radio partner in 2022 / The Washington Commanders will have a new radio broadcast partner

Commanders will have a new radio partner in 2022 / The Washington Commanders will have a new radio broadcast partner in 2022, Kevin Sheehan of Team 980, announced Wednesday morning. - The announcement means Commanders games will not be carried on Team 980, 106.7 The Fan, or 910 The Fan in Richmond, Virginia. Audacy owns all three stations. - Sheehan made the following announcement on his show, “The Kevin Sheehan Show,” per Ben Krimmel of Audacy.com: - The Commanders and Audacy “disagreed on the value of the broadcasts [and] it is also very important for us as a sports talk station, even as a long-time flagship station for the team, it was important for us to continue to be able to provide honest, objective information and analysis about the [Commanders] on our talk shows,” Sheehan said. - The Team 980 has broadcast Washington’s games for years and was once owned by Commanders’ owner Daniel Snyder. - The Commanders released a statement, via Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post: - - - We initiated a formal RFP [request for proposal] process last fall for the Washington Commanders Radio Broadcast Agreement, which concluded last week. Multiple companies submitted bids as part of this process, including Audacy who was an active and aggressive participant and submitted multiple partnership proposals for the next three years of increased value over our previous deal. Based on the evaluation process, we selected a new partner who will bring a significantly larger deal, as well as new creativity and broader reach and scale, to programming. We shared with Audacy last week that we would not be moving forward as partners. - - - Sheehan noted that while the Team 980 would no longer broadcast Washington games, the station would have plenty of gameday content, such as up to four hours of pregame coverage, an in-game talk show focused on fan reactions, etc. - Julie Donaldson, Bram Weinstein and former Washington star DeAngelo Hall are the Commanders’ gameday broadcast team. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 23, 2022

PFF not a fan of Washington's offseason thus far / - - - One week into NFL free

PFF not a fan of Washington's offseason thus far / - - - One week into NFL free agency, and the Washington Commanders have certainly lost more than they’ve gained. However, for Washington head coach Ron Rivera, he’s hoping the team’s most significant acquisition — quarterback Carson Wentz — is enough of an upgrade to take the Commanders to the next level in 2022. - While Wentz wasn’t a free-agent signing, he is the centerpiece of Washington’s offseason. Outside of Wentz, the Commanders have only brought in one outside free agent in guard Andrew Norwell. The Commanders signed Norwell after Washington released left guard Ereck Flowers in a salary-cutting move. - Pro Football Focus recently looked at all 16 NFC teams and how they’ve handled the offseason thus far, including trades and free agency. PFF breaks teams down into three categories: below average, average, above average. - Where did Washington rank? - PFF has the Commanders in the “below average” category. - The Commanders’ biggest move thus far was trading for quarterback Carson Wentz. Last season’s approach of treading water at the position didn’t work out at all, and their reaction this time around seems to be a little knee-jerk in response. Wentz was better last season than he was in 2020, but his PFF grade (70.9) still ranked 22nd in the league. And in the last month of the season with everything on the line, he made seven turnover-worthy plays in four games. - Wentz upgrades what the Commanders had in Taylor Heinicke, but the opportunity cost is what hurts their free agency grade. Comparable quarterbacks are still available without needing to give up draft picks or $28 million in 2022. Losing both starting guards has been partially offset with the signing of Andrew Norwell, who likely represents a lateral move from Ereck Flowers. Bobby McCain earned the best PFF grade of his career last season for Washington, so it made sense for the team to bring him back. - Losses include Landon Collins and Matt Ioannidis for the defense, with Ioannidis, in particular, a significant departure. He posted a 70.0-plus PFF pass-rushing grade in each of the past five seasons and was a reliable source of interior pressure. - PFF is correct thus far. There is still plenty of free agency remaining, as some of the most impactful players sign between now and the draft as teams look for value signings. The Commanders need to add depth on the offensive and defensive lines, in the secondary, at tight end, and a starting inside linebacker. - If Washington can do some of those things, no one will remember what some considered a quiet start to the offseason. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like

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Mar 23, 2022

A look at Washington's 2022 quarterback schedule / This looks a bit less daunting than the 2021 version.

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Mar 22, 2022

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Mar 22, 2022

Commanders land cornerback in Mel Kiper's new mock draft / Early mock drafts had the Washington Commanders going quarterback with

Commanders land cornerback in Mel Kiper's new mock draft / Early mock drafts had the Washington Commanders going quarterback with the No. 11 overall pick. Washington was so desperate for a franchise passer — even in a weak quarterback class — that projecting one to the Commanders at No. 11 was an easy call. - Now that Washington has Carson Wentz under center, the Commanders taking a quarterback at No. 11 appears doubtful. Sure, Wentz may not be Washington’s long-term solution, but the thought behind trading for him was that he would be the franchise’s quarterback beyond 2022. - The newest mock drafts now have Washington all over the place. Some think the Commanders will go with a wideout for Wentz; others can see Washington taking a linebacker or an offensive lineman. Yes, some even believe the Commanders could take a quarterback. - Another position Washington could look at in the first round is cornerback. In Mel Kiper’s new mock draft, he has the Commanders taking LSU cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. at No. 11 overall. - Circle April 6 on your calendar. That’s when scouts will get the chance to see Stingley on the field for the first time since he injured his foot in September. He had surgery on the Lisfranc injury and didn’t work out at the combine. It’s a crucial day for a corner once viewed as a potential No. 1 overall pick. As a true freshman in 2019, he was one of LSU’s best players on the way to its national title. Stingley has played in just 10 games over the past two seasons and has some inconsistent tape. I’m still betting on his upside, but he could drop if he doesn’t test well. - Washington had major injury issues at corner last season, and it could upgrade its unit with Stingley. I also thought about a receiver to partner with Terry McLaurin for new quarterback Carson Wentz. - One year ago, the thought of Stingley dropping out of the top 10 was unimaginable. However, after an All-American freshman season on the LSU team that won the national championship, Stingley has battled injuries and inconsistencies, often going up against some of the best wide receivers in college football. - Stingley played 15 games and picked off six passes as a freshman in 2019 before playing only 10 games in the past two seasons. - If Stingley’s foot injury checks out, he has a chance to be a superstar in the NFL. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter

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Mar 22, 2022

Commanders Rumors: Washington Doing Due Diligence on Malik Willis After Wentz Trade / The Washington Commanders were - reportedly doing

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Mar 22, 2022

The Commanders were right in getting their quarterback before free agency / If you look at the NFC South’s quarterback

The Commanders were right in getting their quarterback before free agency / If you look at the NFC South’s quarterback depth chart at the moment, you see exactly why the Washington Commanders were aggressive in trading for Carson Wentz before the new league year began. - After the Falcons traded former MVP quarterback Matt Ryan to the Colts, Josh Rosen was atop Atlanta’s quarterback depth chart. The Falcons quickly signed another former first-round pick as their starting quarterback in Marcus Mariota. - Meanwhile, in Carolina, the Panthers were all-in on Deshaun Watson. That pursuit failed miserably, and, as of now, Carolina has Sam Darnold as the top passer. Everyone saw Darnold last season, right? - The Saints were also spurned in their pursuit of Watson. Fortunately for New Orleans, Jameis Winston was still available and was willing to return. - Now you see why Ron Rivera was aggressive in trading for Wentz. - Is Wentz the answer for the Commanders? Who knows, but he is for 2022, and that’s all that matters as of now. Outside of the draft choices spent in acquiring Wentz, Washington can easily get out from under his contract after the 2022 season if things go poorly. - What if Wentz helps lead the Commanders to 10 wins in 2022? That’s likely enough to earn an NFC wild-card spot, which would make his first season in Washington a success. - Some will frown about a third-round pick this season and a third-rounder next year, that will go to a second-rounder if Wentz plays 70% of the snaps, but the price for merely competent quarterback play is on a different level from other positions. - Aaron Rodgers wasn’t leaving Green Bay. Russell Wilson wasn’t coming to Washington. Could Washington really afford the P.R. nightmare of trading for Deshaun Watson even if it were absurd enough to offer him the same contract Cleveland did? - The Commanders had to pivot and considered the Wentz the best option among passers like Jimmy Garoppolo and Mitchell Trubisky. So, Washington upped its offer from a fourth- and sixth-rounder to encourage the Colts to send Wentz to the Commanders. - After initially seeing the Colts only gave the Falcons a third-rounder for Ryan, the immediate feeling was did Washington overpay? It didn’t take long to consider everything and realize that the Commanders made the right move so they wouldn’t be where the Panthers are right now. - There’s a reason Washington never considered Ryan a real option. Wentz is younger, although he’s been less durable than Ryan at times, he has a bigger arm and can aggressively attack all levels of the field, something offensive coordinator Scott Turner hasn’t been able to do in the previous two years. - Sure, there are concerns with Wentz, but outside of landing Rodgers or Wilson, there were going to be concerns with each of the available passers. Washington is clearly thrilled with Wentz and went into free agency with an answer at quarterback, allowing the

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Mar 22, 2022

Colin Cowherd: 'Wentz is a big win for Washington' / The Washington Commanders now have the second-best quarterback in the

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Mar 22, 2022

Where do the Commanders rank among all 32 NFL teams one week into free agency? / Where does Washington rank

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Mar 21, 2022

Don't overlook Washington re-signing Cam Sims / - - - Looking back at last week’s launching of the

Don't overlook Washington re-signing Cam Sims / - - - Looking back at last week’s launching of the NFL free-agent frenzy, perhaps the most overlooked signing by the Commanders was the re-signing of wide receiver Cam Sims. - Reports are Sims signed for one year at $2.59 million. Guaranteed is $2 million with a $1 million base salary and a signing bonus of $1.25 million. Included is a roster bonus of $150,000 and a workout bonus of $190,000. Thus, Sims will be a 2022 cap hit for $2.5 million. - Sims is arguably the team’s fifth receiver that I keep thinking each preseason is going to bust out and have his biggest year, but it has not yet occurred. But that is not to say Sims is not a value to possess. Sims has physical gifts at 6-foot-five and 220 pounds. Sims plays special teams and has made some big catches in his career. - - Undrafted out of Alabama, Sims impressed in preseason games, displaying a physical agility catching passes from the likes of Colt McCoy. But in the 2018 opener, he suffered a badly sprained ankle and was put on IR. In 2019, again, only one catch and it seemed he was only another one of those guys who dazzles with plays in preseason. For some of you, Marko Mitchell might come to mind. - It is hard to believe Sims still only just turned 26 in January. He has gained experience and is now entering his prime years. His 32 receptions in 2020 including big games in a win against Pittsburgh and loss to the NY Giants certainly elevated his confidence that he could experience more success in the NFL. - Perhaps it will be Carson Wentz who utilizes the size advantages that Sims can generate in the red zone. Alex Smith and Ryan Fitzpatrick both were vocal about the physical ability of Cam Sims. He can be a more productive target but look for Sims to continue to be of value on special teams as well. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 21, 2022

Another high-profile former teammate defends Carson Wentz / The media reports surrounding the exits from his last two NFL teams

Another high-profile former teammate defends Carson Wentz / The media reports surrounding the exits from his last two NFL teams paint new Washington quarterback Carson Wentz negatively. The reports suggest Wentz is stubborn to coaching, is a poor leader and not great in the locker room. - However, when Wentz was traded from Philadelphia to Indianapolis last offseason, multiple former Eagles teammates defended Wentz. - Since his trade from Indianapolis, several former Colts defended Wentz, including star linebacker Darius Leonard. Last week, another high-profile member of the Colts had good things to say about Wentz in All-Pro running back Jonathan Taylor. - Taylor, who was in Atlantic City to receive the Bert Bell Award, given to the NFL player of the year by the Maxwell Club, spoke about his former quarterback, per Chris Franklin of NJ.com. - I’m definitely sad to see Carson go. He was amazing in the locker room, but on the field as well. When you look at some of the plays he made on the field, but off the field, he was an amazing guy. He always made sure to get in contact with any and everyone on the team. - Taylor’s comments are the latest that go against the narrative that Wentz wasn’t great in the locker room. - Perhaps Wentz is stubborn to hard coaching, but some of the comments made against him seem too personal. Wentz has plenty of questions to answer, but his personality in Washington’s locker room will be the least of his problems. Wentz certainly understands this is his final chance to being a successful NFL starting quarterback. - If he fails, then he becomes a well-paid backup quarterback. However, if he succeeds, Washington has its quarterback. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 21, 2022

Newest mock draft contains a Washington surprise / A new mock draft suggests the Commanders aren't done at quarterback.

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Mar 21, 2022

Commanders will be present at the pro days of each of the top quarterback prospects / The Washington Commanders found

Commanders will be present at the pro days of each of the top quarterback prospects / The Washington Commanders found their quarterback in the trade for Carson Wentz — at least for 2022. But that doesn’t mean the Commanders are done at quarterback this offseason. - Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated recently said he thinks Washington is still in play for a quarterback with its first-round pick in the 2022 NFL draft. - Now, a new report from JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington and 106.7 The Fan says the Commanders will be present at the pro days of top quarterback prospects Kenny Pickett and Malik Willis this week. - Finlay also said Washington plans to attend pro days for Matt Corral and Desmond Ridder, too, barring schedule issues. - - Even after the Carson Wentz trade sources tell me the Commanders will have representation at the Pro Days this week for QBs Malik Willis and Kenny Pickett. Plan is to get to Matt Corral and Desmond Ridder too but some schedule issues remain - — JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) March 21, 2022 - - - There are two schools of thought here. First, Washington traded for Wentz, so it needs to do everything possible to surround him with enough talent to succeed. There were also Wentz’s issues when the Eagles drafted Jalen Hurts. - So the Commanders would draft other positions to help their new quarterback, right? - The next thought is, why wouldn’t Washington attend these pro days? One, there’s no guarantee Wentz will succeed. His recent track record proves as much. Second, wouldn’t you at least want other teams to believe you’re still in the quarterback market? - We don’t know how Washington feels internally about going into the 2022 season with only Wentz and Taylor Heinicke under center. Washington’s inactivity in free agency would certainly lead you to believe quarterback was off the table at No. 11. - Still, perhaps the Commanders could look at a quarterback in the second round? I would expect them to come away from the draft with a developmental quarterback at some point. - The Commanders should definitely be present at the pro days of each of the top quarterback prospects, and that list also includes Sam Howell and Carson Strong. - Regardless of how anyone feels about the Wentz trade, a first-round quarterback should absolutely still be considered if the team loves the player and the value is right. Again, there are no guarantees with Wentz. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - -

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Mar 21, 2022

Examining the Commanders salary cap situation after 1 week of free agency / How is Washington's salary cap looking after

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Mar 20, 2022

2022 NFL Mock Draft: How the Deshaun Watson trade could change the first round / Email - -

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Mar 20, 2022

Commanders reportedly checked in on Andrew Luck / The Washington Commanders’ search for a new quarterback may have been the

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Mar 20, 2022

Former Washington quarterback signs with Raiders / Garrett Gilbert signed with the Raiders Saturday.

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Mar 20, 2022

Washington puts Wentz back into his No. 11 / Carson Wentz is going back to the No.11 he wore while

Washington puts Wentz back into his No. 11 / Carson Wentz is going back to the No.11 he wore while with the Philadelphia Eagles from 2016-2020. - Cam Sims, Washington’s 6-foot-5 receiver, wore No. 11 during the 2021 season, after wearing No. 89 during the 2018-2020 seasons. - Perhaps even more curious for older Washington football fans, Wentz becomes the 11th player to wear No. 11 since the 1969 season. I choose that season because 1969 is the first season I recall watching games and beginning a life-long passion for following the team. Incidentally, this is also is the case for 106.7 The Fan and Command Post columnist Rick Snider. - - goodnight, dmv pic.twitter.com/F6CxU6FNGS - — Washington Commanders (@Commanders) March 18, 2022 - - - Quarterbacks have readily worn the No. 11 burgundy and gold jerseys. Alex Smith traded from Kansas City, was the 2018 starter until his horrible broken leg. Smith returned for the 2020 season, displaying rare courage to win the NFL Comeback Player of the Year. - Mark Rypien donned No. 11 from the 1988-1993 seasons, starting playoff games in 1990-92, including winning the Super Bowl XXVI MVP. - Patrick Ramsey might have been born on Valentine’s Day but he never received much love from Washington fans while wearing No 11 during his four seasons with the Redskins (2002-05). Starting 24 games, Washington went only 10-14 in Ramsey’s starts, and he was consequently traded in 2006 to the NY Jets for a 6th round choice, which became safety Reed Doughty. - Former Florida State Seminole Casey Weldon was a backup quarterback for the 1999 season. He did not attempt a pass as Brad Johnson (another former Seminole) led Washington to the NFC East title in ’99. Weldon had also worn No. 11 in his previous four seasons as a backup in Tampa Bay. - Kim McQuilken wore No. 11 in his four seasons as an Atlanta Falcons quarterback (1975-78) keeping the same number the next year (1979) in his only season in Washington, backing up Joe Theismann who led Washington to a 10-6 season. - Other notable players since 1969 wearing No. 11 other than Sims were receivers Terrelle Pryor (2017), DeSean Jackson (2014-16), Aldrick Robinson (2012-13), Devin Thomas (2008-10) and Mike Espy (2006). - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the

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Mar 20, 2022

WATCH: Tim Settle is fired up about his new team / Defensive tackle Tim Settle signed with the Buffalo Bills

WATCH: Tim Settle is fired up about his new team / Defensive tackle Tim Settle signed with the Buffalo Bills last week, ending his four-year run with the Washington Commanders. Settle was a player Washington would have liked to have kept, but with Jonathan Allen, Daron Payne and Matt Ioannidis in front of him, keeping the promising young interior defender was cost-prohibitive. - Then, two days after Settle agreed to term with the Bills, Washington inexplicably released Ioannidis to create salary-cap room. Cutting Ioannidis wasn’t really an issue, but the timing seemed a bit curious. - We will continue to wonder if the Commanders truly planned to cut Ioannidis before Wednesday, or if they realized it was a distinct possibility. So why not make a greater effort to retain Settle? - It’s too late now, as Settle signed his two-year deal with the Bills Wednesday and Buffalo introduced Settle on Friday. - In his introductory press conference, Settle let everyone know how he was excited to be with the Buffalo Bills. - Check it out: - - .@Tim_Settle is a MOOOD!! #GoBills | #BillsMafia pic.twitter.com/1O6K47Qdge - — Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills) March 17, 2022 - - - Settle never played more than 33% of the defensive snaps in a season during his time in Washington. That should change with the Bills and the hope from Settle’s side is it could lead to a lucrative long-term deal down the line. - Some would argue Settle’s pure joy could be just because he is out of Washington, but from all indications Settle enjoyed his time with the Commanders. After all, he is from Manassas and played his college football at Virginia Tech. - Not re-signing Settle could come back to haunt Washington if the Commanders can’t re-sign Daron Payne. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 19, 2022

Albert Breer believes the Commanders may not be done at quarterback / When the Washington Commanders sent multiple draft picks

Albert Breer believes the Commanders may not be done at quarterback / When the Washington Commanders sent multiple draft picks to the Indianapolis Colts for Carson Wentz, it appeared Washington’s never-ending search for a quarterback was over — for 2022, anyway. - Wentz cost Washington a third-round pick in the 2022 NFL draft and a third-rounder next year that could turn into a second-round pick if he plays 70% of the snaps in 2022. There was also a pick swap in the second round, and the Commanders received a seventh-rounder back, too. - The biggest takeaway was Washington took on the remainder of Wentz’s contract, which will count $28 million against the Commanders’ salary cap in 2022. Wentz was certainly Washington’s guy, and the team could officially move on from taking a quarterback high in the draft. - Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated doesn’t quite feel that possibility is over. This week, Breer said he “doesn’t think the Commanders are done at quarterback” in his Monday Morning Quarterback column this week. - Here’s what Breer had to say about Washington and the quarterback position: - And I say that even though I believe there’s some decent reasoning there—the Commanders know they’ll have to try to get Wentz to know when to say when on plays, and take the easy stuff more, but also believe having downfield weapons like McLaurin should unlock parts of Wentz’s game. But I also say it knowing they’re still in play to draft one high. If that’s the endgame here, then this looks a lot different. If it’s just Wentz? Well, then you’re betting that you can do things that the Eagles and Colts, with staffs that knew Wentz exceedingly well and were invested in him, simply couldn’t. - While Breer provides good reasoning for his thoughts, picking a quarterback in the first round now doesn’t seem feasible. The Commanders still have many holes to fill and have chosen to sit out free agency. The only move from the outside was Washington signing a guard to replace the guard it cut. While Andrew Norwell is a good player, that move isn’t winning Washington more games in 2022. - The Commanders are also short of a third-round pick. Those first two picks need to be on players who can help Washington in 2022. Perhaps a wide receiver, offensive lineman, inside linebacker, safety, or cornerback. - Washington made the investment in Wentz, at least for 2022, so it should make sure he has plenty of help this fall. - In his interview with Ben Standig of The Athletic, Rivera didn’t sound like a coach planning on drafting a quarterback high: - “I like (Wentz) a lot. I believe he’s our guy, and we’re building around him,” Rivera said. “For all intents and purposes, we plan to have this guy here for the next several years.” - - - - - - - - - - - -

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Mar 19, 2022

Anheuser-Busch cuts ties with the Washington Commanders / Though they have sponsorships with 26 other NFL franchises, Anheuser-Busch announced Friday

Anheuser-Busch cuts ties with the Washington Commanders / Though they have sponsorships with 26 other NFL franchises, Anheuser-Busch announced Friday they have withdrawn from their working relationship with the Washington Commanders. - Attempting to make a clear distinction between the Washington Commanders organization owned by Daniel Snyder and fans of the Washington Commanders, Anheuser-Busch’s official statement to the Washington Post expressed, “We remain fully committed to Washington football fans, and we look forward to continuing our long-term partnership with the NFL and our other 26 team partners to create meaningful experiences and connections for fans across the country”. - Washington Wire reported February 17 that “Medliminal a medical billing compliance company centered in Manassas, Virginia, announced in an email they will not be renewing their sponsorship pact for this upcoming season”. - The “Boycott Dan” website emailed Medliminal asking it to take action against the Commanders. “Boycott Dan” has been vocal in voicing its disapproval of Snyder after he was accused specifically of inappropriate behavior toward female employees. Even more, the website takes another step, requesting fans to “Tell Corporate Sponsors of the Washington Commanders: Drop Dan or We Drop You.” - There is no question that we are witnessing a public pressure whether direct pressure such as that from Boycott Dan, or perhaps an indirect pressure, rising from increasing awareness of the negative publicity regarding Dan Snyder’s ownership of the franchise. - Washington fans and for that matter anyone else has been invited by “Boycott Dan” to contact sponsors of the Commanders warning the sponsors, “Drop Dan, or we drop you.” - John Keim of ESPN in his Commanders coverage reminded readers, “In June 2020, major sponsors, including FedEx and Nike, said they would stop sponsoring the team if the franchise’s former name was not changed. Shortly thereafter, the team announced it would retire the name and its associated Native American imagery.” - Consequently, one can’t help but conclude that Snyder will likely continue to experience these types of things, as the NFL investigation continues regarding the workplace inappropriate sexual behavior and culture. - The Washington Commanders released a statement on the sponsorship, per Michael Phillips of the Richmond Times-Dispatch: - - Commanders statement on no longer being sponsored by Anheuser-Busch - Full story: https://t.co/g4yxZrjdzj pic.twitter.com/cMcRTfzeYX - — michael phillips (@michaelpRTD) March 18, 2022 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up!

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Mar 19, 2022

Ron Rivera has zero doubts about Carson Wentz / The Washington Commanders introduced quarterback Carson Wentz to the local media

Ron Rivera has zero doubts about Carson Wentz / The Washington Commanders introduced quarterback Carson Wentz to the local media and fans Thursday in a press conference at the team’s headquarters. Wentz came across as happy, positive, humbled and appreciative when reporters asked him questions from his team-colored blazer to why things ended badly in Indianapolis. - Wentz was a total professional, and the first meeting couldn’t have gone any better, but that honeymoon will not last if Wentz plays as he did in the final two games of the 2021 season with the Colts. - After the presser, local reporters had the opportunity to have a Q&A with head coach Ron Rivera. Rivera discussed several topics in the session, including his trip to North Carolina to meet Joe Gibbs for advice. - What advice did he need from Washington’s Hall-of-Fame head coach? The pursuit of a franchise quarterback, of course. - Ben Standig of The Athletic had an excellent story Friday detailing Rivera’s pursuit that eventually landed with Wentz. It’s an excellent read. - The biggest takeaway from Standig’s talk with Rivera was the following quote: - “You have questions. I don’t,” Rivera said, referring to Wentz. - There are many ways to decipher Rivera’s quote. First, what is he supposed to stay? Of course, he is going to say he has zero doubts about his new passer. That’s what he should say. I do think Rivera fully believes in Wentz. - But, why should the media or fans take anything at face value? Why would the media or fans not have questions or concerns about Wentz? The red flags are glaring. Two teams dropped him and his contract in two years. The Colts dealt him after trading multiple draft picks, including a 2022 first-rounder for him — and dumped him after one season. - Indianapolis’ head coach, Frank Reich, was Wentz’s biggest ally in the NFL. While it sounded more like an ownership decision rather than a Reich decision, it doesn’t appear the coach put up too much of a fight. - Wentz’s talent is undeniable. In his 2017 season, he looked like the next Aaron Rodgers. Since that time, well, it’s been a mixed bag. His arm is elite, and he’s also a terrific athlete. Back injuries have taken away some of the Wentz we saw five years ago, but he’s far from a statue in the pocket. - However, Wentz is still only 29. There are reasons to be optimistic. And while social media went wild on Washington giving up two third-round picks, one of which can become a second-rounder if Wentz plays 70% of snaps in 2022, that’s not an exorbitant price to upgrade the quarterback position. - What Washington must do now is surround Wentz with more help. Add another tight end, add another wide receiver and continue to build depth on the offensive line. You made the commitment with the trade, now make the commitment to give Wentz every chance to succeed. -

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Mar 19, 2022

Bills GM Brandon Beane is not happy with the Commanders / Controversy again is swirling around the Washington Commanders. -

Bills GM Brandon Beane is not happy with the Commanders / Controversy again is swirling around the Washington Commanders. - On Friday, Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane basically accused Washington Commanders’ management of inappropriately stealing running back J.D. McKissic out from under them Wednesday. - An announcement had been made Tuesday that McKissic was leaving Washington to sign with the Bills. However, on Wednesday McKissic had a change of mind, to remain with the Commanders agreeing on a two-year deal. - - Brandon Beane did not hold back in going in on his former colleagues who run the #Commanders. He and Sean McDermott were with the Panthers with Ron and Marty. Shots fired. pic.twitter.com/AfIMLS2rHz - — Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) March 18, 2022 - - - “I’ve had it before where the agent has agreed with you on something and someone else calls and says, ‘Hey, what if I add a million dollars. Or what if I guarantee this.’ Once you have an agreement, the agent is supposed to say it’s over,” Beane said. “And [McKissic’s] agent did that and this agent told the other club it’s over. But the other club didn’t back off if you read [what I’m saying].” - From Beane’s perspective, we are to believe the Commanders broke some sort of unwritten rule(s) when it comes to NFL free agency signings and negotiations. Notice how Beane described what the Commanders did as “painful.” - Did you also notice Beane chose to praise the agent for McKissic saying he “did a great job?” Therefore being certain to not point any blame toward the agent, which frankly, wasn’t that convenient, seeing he might (or will) have future negotiations with this particular agent? McKissic’s agents by the way are Doug Hendricksen and C.J. LaBoy. - However, just as noticeable is the fact that Beane was certainly not hesitant to suggest Washington’s management team of Ron Rivera, Martin Mayhew and Marty Hurney were involved in inappropriate behavior. - Certainly, Washington Wire does not want to dishonestly or unprofessionally simply be “a homer”, knee-jerking and siding with the Commanders. Yet, the vagueness of Beane in citing nothing particular, and the fact that it was McKissic himself who determined to stay and re-sign with Washington rather than sign with the Bills, is completely being ignored and disregarded by Beane as part of what actually transpired. - So basically Beane has now publicly broadcast to the rest of the NFL franchises that Washington did something illegal or shady. Beane hid behind “if you read what I am saying.” Well, might Beane perhaps need to be willing to be transparent stating what it was? - Until we learn if there was actually anything illegal or shady done by the Commanders management trio, perhaps this should be viewed as sour grapes, rumor, or gossip amounting to negative recruiting against Washington by Beane himself. - - - - - - - - - -

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Mar 18, 2022

Anheuser-Busch severs ties with Commanders / Anheuser-Busch severed ties with the Washington Commanders on Friday, though no reason was cited

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Mar 18, 2022

Bills GM frustrated by Washington's McKissic offer / Bills GM Brandon Beane on Friday expressed frustration with the Commanders after

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Mar 18, 2022

Matt Ioannidis lands with his former college coach / It didn’t take long for former Washington defensive tackle Matt Ioannidis

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Mar 18, 2022

A whirlwind month for the Washington Commanders / The last six weeks, every day, the Washington Commanders were in the

A whirlwind month for the Washington Commanders / The last six weeks, every day, the Washington Commanders were in the news one way or another. - They became their third name in four years on February 2, when Doug Williams declared, “We are the Commanders” live on NBC TV from a freezing FedEx Field. Their new crest listed the wrong seasons they were NFL champs. Embarrassing news, until corrected in a few weeks. - More allegations arose against the football organization, but this time against owner Daniel Snyder, who was hit with new sexual harassment claims. - Not to be discouraged, Washington coach Ron Rivera repeatedly told the NFL world he needed a quarterback. Apparently, every team where a quarterback might be available was contacted. - Was it going to be Aaron Rodgers? Well, Rodgers was more interested in getting $50 million per year, only to watch the Packers have to begin restructuring contracts, cutting Za’Darius Smith, and trading away Davante Adams. - Washington then offered Seattle three first-round picks for Russell Wilson. Pete Carroll publicly stated Seattle had “no intention” of trading Wilson. However, we learned they had already been in trade talks with the Broncos. Wilson was dealt to Denver for a combination of 25 Broncos and draft picks — or something like that. - Oh, the Washington fans were excited it was going to be Deshaun Watson. But if ever there was a team who could not trade for a superstar accused of inappropriate sexual behavior with 22 women, wasn’t it the organization under NFL investigation for workplace inappropriate sexual behavior? - Surely they would talk with Kyle Shanahan to make a deal for Jimmy Garoppolo, which was a hot topic for a couple of days. But he was injured, having surgery and Rivera needs to win this year. So, they were not going down that road “hoping” he recovered by training camp. - There were the Mitch Trubisky stories, podcast and radio segments. He would come to Washington because he could start. Sitting behind Josh Allen for a season had been good for Trubisky, reasoned hopeful Commanders fans. You know, to clear his head, give him a fresh start. - The NFL draft, yes, that is where Washington was going to draft Kenny Pickett because he was the most prepped QB in the 2022 class ready to play this season. Then they were going to sign a veteran like Trubisky and draft Malik Willis preparing him to be ready to play in 2023. - BAM! Out of nowhere March 9 came not a rumor, but actual news! Washington had suddenly obtained Carson Wentz from the Colts for two day-two draft picks, while Washington would also receive a seventh-round choice this year. - Wentz, on Thursday, joined his third team in three years, wearing a Burgundy dress shirt with a bright gold jacket, proclaiming, “It is an opportunity to grow.” - What a month. We can all take a deep breath now, look in the mirror, realizing we too

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Mar 18, 2022

Chase Young was among the first to reach out to Carson Wentz / - - - Washington Commanders

Chase Young was among the first to reach out to Carson Wentz / - - - Washington Commanders defensive end Chase Young made his NFL debut against quarterback Carson Wentz and the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 1 of the 2020 season. Wentz remembers that game well. Washington sacked him eight times on that day and intercepted him twice. Young sacked Wentz 1.5 times. - After seemingly having a field day every time he played Washington during his first four seasons, the Football Team beat up on Wentz all day. It’s a game the new Washington quarterback remembers well. - Wentz specifically remembers Young chasing him all around FedEx Field on that and is glad the two are now teammates. In his introductory press conference Thursday, Wentz was asked if he’d spoken to any current Washington players and specifically mentioned Young was one of the first Commanders to reach out to him. - “Chase reached out right away,” Wentz said. “I remember being chased around by him his rookie year and telling him how much of a problem he was for me. And now he’s on my side. So guys have been super receptive, and I look forward to getting to know them and building those relationships.” - Kudos to Young. The 2020 NFL defensive rookie of the year is recovering from a torn ACL that ended his second season in November, yet he took time to reach out to his new quarterback personally. - This may not sound like a big deal, but it shows leadership. Washington is Young’s team. The organization has made it clear that Young, Terry McLaurin and Jonathan Allen are the franchise’s cornerstones. Young making his quarterback feel welcome and comfortable is an excellent first step. - Players don’t care what happened at your last stop. Do you think Young or Allen cares what happened in Indianapolis? No. Wentz will be judged on how he performs for the Commanders this fall. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 18, 2022

5 takeaways from Carson Wentz's introductory presser / New Washington Commanders quarterback Carson Wentz met the media for the first

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Mar 17, 2022

Washington HC Ron Rivera: Carson Wentz 'is our QB1 going forward' / Meanwhile, Wentz told reporters he was "definitely surprised"

Head coach Ron Rivera speaks to the media after Carson Wentz's media availability

Mar 17, 2022

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Mar 17, 2022

Commanders to sign veteran guard Andrew Norwell / - - - The Washington Commanders do have a plan

Commanders to sign veteran guard Andrew Norwell / - - - The Washington Commanders do have a plan for their opening at guard. According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, the Commanders will sign veteran guard Andrew Norwell. - John Keim of ESPN said Norwell will be at Washington’s team facilities Thursday and has agreed to a deal with the Commanders. - From the moment Washington released Ereck Flowers on Wednesday, a move for Norwell was expected. Undrafted out of Ohio State in 2014, the 30-year-old Norwell entered the NFL with the Carolina Panthers, where he played the first four seasons in the NFL. - Norwell blossomed into a first-team All-Pro in 2017 and then signed a five-year, $66.5 million contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars. The 6-foot-6, 325-pound Norwell is durable, having missed a total of three games over the last three seasons. - Norwell has played exclusively left guard in his career, which was where Flowers played for Washington. Norwell should come cheaper than the $10 million Flowers was expected to earn in 2022. However, Norwell is the more accomplished player, so it will be interesting to see his final numbers. - - The Washington #Commanders are expected to sign former #Jaguars and #Panthers guard Andrew Norwell , source said. They are close on a deal. He fills a big void on the offensive line. - — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2022 - - - Wes Schweitzer and Saahdiq Charles will likely compete to start at right guard. Schweitzer has been a productive player since arriving in Washington in 2020, playing both guard spots and at center. Charles, a college tackle, showed promise in limited snaps at guard in 2021. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 17, 2022

Twitter roasted Carson Wentz's suit at his first Commanders press conference / New Washington Commanders quarterback Carson Wentz met with

Twitter roasted Carson Wentz's suit at his first Commanders press conference / New Washington Commanders quarterback Carson Wentz met with the media for the first time Thursday and dressed for the occasion. - Wentz wore a blazer and shirt, matching the Commanders’ burgundy and gold color scheme. Check it out. - - Carson Wentz's tailor hooked up with team-colored threads. - Says he appreciates the Snyder’s "believing in him." pic.twitter.com/VZynBPgWmG - — Ben Standig (@BenStandig) March 17, 2022 - - - You might think Wentz headed out to a local Men’s Wearhouse, or, perhaps somewhere else to find the unique colored blazer; however, Wentz said he already had the jacket, and his wife helped out finding a shirt to match it with the blazer, resembling the team’s colors. - Wentz said he’s had the jacket from his time at North Dakota State and “didn’t know it would come in handy today.” - - Carson said he already had the jacket. “I didn’t know it would come in handy today.” pic.twitter.com/rjC7Ql8FjK - — Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) March 17, 2022 - - - As you might expect, Twitter was all over Wentz and his jacket. And while some Washington fans respected Wentz for repping the team colors in his introductory press conference, others weren’t so kind. - Remember, Jim Zorn was once ripped for calling the team’s colors “black and maroon,” so Wentz does deserve some credit for the coordinated outfit. - - Picture of Carson Wentz walking around the Washington facilities today: pic.twitter.com/qCF8GdCZcH - — Mike (@Just_Frosty_) March 17, 2022 - - - - Who did it better - Carson Wentz or this hot dog pic.twitter.com/D4bc6aK5Cg - — Whistle (@WhistleSports) March 17, 2022 - - - - @cj_wentz knows whats up pic.twitter.com/0FMHfquFBu - — ©hris (@Chrisworthy_) March 17, 2022 - - - - Carson Wentz definitely took as many suits as he could grab from the store he bought this from before getting in the random hot dog car that crashed into the front of it pic.twitter.com/StFN6vFtqO - — Connor Toole (@CTooleSaysStuff) March 17, 2022 - - - - Carson Wentz with the guy who’s dressed like a hot dog in I Think You Should Leave fit pic.twitter.com/SqpxkBEu1T - — Phil (@Roustabout420) March 17, 2022 - - - - Wentz looks like a hot dog pic.twitter.com/CAYKuq0a04 - — Michael Mancuso (@mlmancus) March 17, 2022 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - -

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Mar 17, 2022

Commanders' Carson Wentz Responds to Rumors of Leadership Issues with Eagles, Colts / Washington Commanders quarterback - Carson Wentz said

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Mar 16, 2022

Matt Ioannidis' Agent Rips Commanders After DT's Release: They 'Lied to Our Face' / Alan Herman, the agent for Washington

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Mar 13, 2022

Commanders Rumors: OC Scott Turner Expected to Sign Multiyear Contract Extension / Carson Wentz reportedly has his offensive coordinator with

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Mar 13, 2022

Chris Cooley on Washington getting Carson Wentz / What does Chris Cooley think of the proposed Carson Wentz trade to

Chris Cooley on Washington getting Carson Wentz / What does Chris Cooley think of the proposed Carson Wentz trade to Washington? - Cooley appeared on Friday’s “Kevin Sheehan Show” podcast and here are a few of the quotable quotes from the former Washington tight end. - “It is the best they could do. I actually loved Carson Wentz for a few years in Philadelphia. I think he is a player. I think he is a stud.” - “There is something obviously missing. This happened earlier, in his Philly career… I think some of the team really believed in Nick Foles. I think some of the coaches really believed in Foles. I think that was really hard on Carson Wentz.” - “They pay it all (Wentz salary), they let Indy off of the hook on that. But they can afford it.” - “Maybe Scott Turner is his dude. If not in the QB room and as the head coach, you have got problems. He has caused problems two times in a row, two different places.” - “Even if Ron can’t coach him, I’m sure Dan (Snyder) will get along great with him (dripping with sarcasm). No, I don’t think this reeks of Dan.” - “I think you still take a shot in the draft on somebody (quarterback). You can’t sit here and say that we know it is going to be Carson Wentz for the next five years. It is impossible to say that after his previous history.” - “No question (Wentz is an upgrade). He is sort of a bigger, stronger, faster Heinicke.” - “That second year in Philly he was so special.” - “Sometimes you find your team’s character when you lose. When you lose and your QB plays poorly, how does he handle it with the media, his team, and with his coaches in working through practice the next week? Can he shake it off? Can he forget it and work to get better? And that is a big part of it.” - “I think I would have rather had Jameis (Winston) than Wentz. I want top-to-bottom leadership, a guy I can consistently build around. A guy I can work with, a guy everyone loves in the building.” - Many Washington fans likely preferred Winston to Wentz because of the cost. However, many around the NFL believe Winston will return to New Orleans in 2022. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - -

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Mar 13, 2022

Commanders' Last-Minute Guide to 2022 NFL Free Agency / The Washington Commanders are taking another spin at the

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Mar 13, 2022

Should the Commanders pursue free agent tight end Zach Ertz? / When the Washington Commanders agreed to terms on a

Should the Commanders pursue free agent tight end Zach Ertz? / When the Washington Commanders agreed to terms on a trade for Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz last week, the top priority for free agency and the NFL draft was to surround him with enough weapons to make him successful. - The Commanders return top wide receiver, Terry McLaurin. No. 1 tight end Logan Thomas is coming off ACL surgery and his status for the beginning of the 2022 season is to be determined. Washington’s top running back, Antonio Gibson, also returns, but third-down back J.D. McKissic is a free agent. - Other players returning for the Commanders are wide receivers Curtis Samuel and Dyami Brown and second-year tight end John Bates. Washington can’t go into the offseason believing Samuel and Brown will be a legit No. 2 receiver, which means adding more pass-catchers should be priority No. 1. - Washington could take a wide receiver with the No. 11 overall pick in the NFL draft. As for free agency, don’t expect the Commanders to be shelling out big money to the top wideouts on the market. - What about a tight end? Thomas returns, but he may not be ready early in the season. Bates proved last season he could play, and Ricky Seals-Jones is a free agent. - Could Washington pursue one of Wentz’s former teammates in tight end Zach Ertz? - Washington fans are certainly familiar with Ertz. The former Eagles tight end experienced great success against the Commanders, earning three trips to the Pro Bowl from 2017-2019. The Eagles traded their longtime starter to the Arizona Cardinals last October. - The trade to the Cardinals seemingly rejuvenated Ertz. Almost an afterthought with the Eagles in 2020 — he caught a career-low 36 passes for 335 yards — Ertz caught 56 passes for 574 yards with three touchdowns for the Cardinals in 11 games. - Now 31, Ertz enters unrestricted free agency for the first time since entering the NFL in 2013. While the Cardinals would like to retain Ertz, and he is open to returning, he will be free to begin negotiating with other teams Monday. - Could one of those teams be Washington? - It’s important to note, the best three-year stretch in Ertz’s career occurred with Wentz at quarterback. The two had excellent chemistry on the field and were also good friends off the field. With concerns about Wentz’s leadership, would it make sense to add one of his closest allies to the roster? - Ertz can still play. He’s not a game-breaker, he never was but is a reliable chain-mover who catches everything. And, with Thomas sidelined, having Ertz would lessen the need to rush him back. Then, when Thomas returns, the Commanders would have three options at tight end. - Depending on his cost, Ertz would be a good addition. However, if Washington is limited in free agency, positions such as wide receiver, offensive line depth, safety and inside linebacker should be

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Mar 13, 2022

Who are the Commanders' free agents? / Brandon Scherff headlines Washington's list of free agents.

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Mar 13, 2022

Commanders 2022 free agency preview: Tim Settle will have options / The Washington Commanders have arguably one of the best

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Mar 12, 2022

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Mar 12, 2022

New mock draft has Commanders remaining at No. 11 selecting defensive standout / Washington lands standout cornerback in a new

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Mar 12, 2022

What happened with quarterback Kyle Allen? / On March 10, 2022, Washington announced Kyle Allen will not return for the

What happened with quarterback Kyle Allen? / On March 10, 2022, Washington announced Kyle Allen will not return for the 2022 season. - Let’s go back to March 23, 2020, when Washington made its first trade in the Ron Rivera era, sending a 2020 fifth-round draft choice (148) to the Carolina Panthers for quarterback Kyle Allen. - The rationale behind the trade was understandably simple. First, it would reunite Allen, Rivera and new offensive coordinator Scott Turner, all three having been together previously as Carolina Panthers. - Secondly, Allen being familiar with Turner’s offensive system, vocabulary and preferences, could help Dwayne Haskins learn the offense. If Haskins were injured, Allen was intellectually prepped and ready. - Alex Smith having missed all of 2019 with his excruciating injury was doubtful for 2020. Colt McCoy had departed for the N.Y. Giants and Case Keenum had also moved out to become a Cleveland Browns backup. Allen was actually needed, his contract would be inconsequential. It was a shrewd move by Washington. - But Haskins struggled on the field, in the quarterback meeting room and was benched. Allen (24) in a home loss to the NY Giants was leg-whipped by Jabrill Peppers, his ankle and foot twisted awkwardly with Allen suffering a dislocated ankle and a small fracture. - Alex Smith and the defense made enough plays that Washington enjoyed a four-game winning streak, finishing 7-9 winners of the NFC East. Rivera was asked during a press conference leading up to the final game at Philadelphia, “Could you have been in this position this year, right now, where you are with the playoffs, without Alex?” - It was one of those leading questions where everyone knows the answer as soon as the question is voiced. Rivera however shocked everyone, “Well, if we had a healthy Kyle Allen, I think we could’ve. I really do…” Rivera continued praising Allen for his good footwork, and decision-making. - When Taylor Heinicke struggled mightily in a home loss to Dallas, Rivera inserted Allen. Allen quickly displayed a stronger arm, connecting on a long-out pattern to Cam Sims. He also got the ball deep to DeAndre Carter, but Carter dropped the pass. Allen would also play late in the week 16 massacre at Dallas. - Rivera declared we would see some of Allen. It never transpired. Why did Rivera change his mind? Why even in the final game when Heinicke really struggled, was Allen not provided an opportunity? Rivera had praised Allen’s footwork, decision-making, and Allen had displayed a stronger arm. Why did Allen never take another snap? Why did Rivera sour on Kyle Allen? - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our

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Mar 12, 2022

Commanders 2022 free agency preview: Washington should bring Bobby McCain back / It feels like the Washington Commanders have been

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Mar 11, 2022

Who does Washington land in new Todd McShay mock draft? / - - - Since the fall, almost

Who does Washington land in new Todd McShay mock draft? / - - - Since the fall, almost every mock draft had the Washington Commanders selecting a quarterback with their first-round pick in the 2022 NFL draft. Now that Washington has traded for Carson Wentz, mock drafts have become more interesting. - Todd McShay of ESPN released his first post-combine mock draft Wednesday and originally had the Commanders selecting Pittsburgh quarterback Kenny Pickett at No. 11 overall. However, after news of the Wentz trade broke, McShay adjusted his new mock draft. - Did he have the Commanders replacing guard Brandon Scherff, as Daniel Jeremiah did recently? Or does he give Wentz more help at wide receiver? Or, maybe, he finally gives the Commanders a legit inside linebacker? - At No. 11, McShay went with Utah linebacker Devin Lloyd. - Here’s what McShay said about Lloyd to Washington: - Well, the Commanders certainly no longer need a quarterback after trading for Carson Wentz. That changes things when it comes to the draft, since I had Kenny Pickett (Pittsburgh) heading that way this morning before the deal was reported. The pivot has to be to the defense, which was 27th in yards per play allowed (5.7), 29th in opponent QBR (52.9) and 25th in points against (25.5) last season. Sure, the Commanders used a 2021 first-rounder on Jamin Davis, but his rookie season was up-and-down, and Lloyd’s sideline-to-sideline range and versatility can help Washington in a bunch of areas. Lloyd filled the stat sheet with impact numbers in all facets of the game, registering 96 tackles, 8.0 sacks, 20 tackles for loss, 4 interceptions and 7 passes broken up last year. - Picking a linebacker in the first round for the second consecutive season is strange. But Washington chose Jamin Davis in 2021, hoping he’d play Mike linebacker. That didn’t work out. Now, with Landon Collins expected to depart, Davis can play alongside Holcomb as Washington’s outside linebackers in 2022. In Lloyd, Washington gets its inside linebacker. - The 6-foot-3, 237-pound Lloyd impressed at the combine. His college tape was outstanding. Lloyd is going in the first round. The question is, how high will he end up next month? - Lloyd would be a terrific pick for the Commanders if they choose to go defense. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the

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Mar 11, 2022

Rich Eisen wishes the Washington Commanders 'good luck' / - - - The humor and directness of NFL

Rich Eisen wishes the Washington Commanders 'good luck' / - - - The humor and directness of NFL Network’s Rich Eisen was on display when news broke Wednesday of the Washington Commanders agreeing to trade for Colts QB Carson Wentz. Here are a few quotes from Eisen on his show: - “The second overall pick once upon a time is now a twice-traded QB and he is back in the NFC East. Wentz at Eagles, Eagles at Wentz, Hurts vs. Wentz will be fascinating. When Hurts plays Wentz can we have Nate Sudfeld flip the coin?” - “Just for old time’s sake, bench one of them in the fourth quarter (for Sudfeld)?” - Eisen spoke of Wentz being in the perfect place with coach Frank Reich, his offensive coordinator in Philadelphia. But the final two weeks of last season, Wentz struggled and the Colts soured on Wentz. - “The Colts giving up a first-rounder for Wentz to show up one year and not make the playoffs is just brutal. But I guess good on (the Colts) that they are getting out.” - Eisen mentioned that when he was in Indianapolis for the NFL combine, he heard a rumor that the Colts might go after Las Vegas Raiders QB Derek Carr, and now they have parted with Wentz. - “The Washington Commanders (pause) … if you want to talk about what door No. 3 is. Door No. 1 was Aaron Rodgers, door No. 2 was Russell Wilson and this is definitely door No. 3 for them. Good luck to them.” - When asked if Tom Brady might come out of retirement to play for the Colts, Eisen responded without hesitation: “You know one place Tom Brady is not going to go? To walk past Peyton Manning’s statue every day.” - “You (Washington) give up two (third-round picks) for that? Well, good luck with that. See what happens there. Your Taylor Heinicke upgrade? Carson Wentz, everybody. ” - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 11, 2022

Landon Collins will leave Washington as a winner — financially / Landon Collins made big money for his three years

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Mar 11, 2022

Commanders 2022 free agency preview: J.D. McKissic's return should be an easy call / The Washington Commanders have plenty of

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Mar 11, 2022

Can Carson Wentz resurrect his career in Washington? / - - - I’ve often found I understand an

Can Carson Wentz resurrect his career in Washington? / - - - I’ve often found I understand an issue better, if I listen to both sides presenting their cases. - “Speak for Yourself” hosts Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho vigorously debated the question, “Can Carson Wentz resurrect his career in Washington?” - Acho took the affirmative in the debate citing that Wentz has not had a very productive crop of receivers as an Eagle or Colt. Acho then stated he believes Terry McLaurin of Washington with 1,000 yards receiving the last two seasons, will be a big asset for Wentz this upcoming season. Acho is a big believer in McLaurin and believes this will be the first time Wentz has a true No. 1 receiver in the prime of their career. He pointed to Washington bringing in Wentz with both McLaurin and Antonio Gibson, a 1,000-yard rusher, in the same lineup. - Acho seemed to fall into the same errors we heard all last offseason when he stated Wentz was going to a team that has a dominant defense. I don’t know what these analysts watch, but Washington’s defense played well at times but was never “dominant” in 2021. - Wiley answered the proposition in the negative while also poking fun referring to the “Commodores” rather than the “Commanders.” He referred to the “nine lives” of Wentz, now being sent to his third team in three years. - The former NFL defensive lineman believes Wentz had one great season and the rest of his NFL seasons have made his great season an anomaly. Wiley pointed to Frank Reich and Wentz’s reuniting in Indianapolis was the marriage Wentz desperately needed. Yet, it ended in divorce after only one season when Wentz failed to be the leader Reich wanted. - Acho asserted, that in 2021 the only quarterbacks who threw for 27 touchdowns with 10 interceptions or less were Russell Wilson, Kirk Cousins, Aaron Rodgers and Carson Wentz. He even stated the large improvement in Buffalo QB Josh Allen, might have also been more about the Bills’ acquisition of receiver Stefon Diggs. - Wiley countered Wentz being the No. 2 overall selection in the 2016 draft, has been primarily an underachiever. He has lowered the bar of expectations for him across the league and will not measure up to Dak Prescott in the NFC East. He doesn’t believe Wentz was as good as the retired Philip Rivers who came back for one season for the Colts. Wiley believes there were leadership issues where Wentz was lacking. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning

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Mar 11, 2022

Washington will not tender restricted free agent QB Kyle Allen / Kyle Allen won't be back with the Commanders in

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Mar 10, 2022

Commanders QB Kyle Allen to become free agent / Washington will not tender restricted free agent Kyle Allen, a decision

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44 minutes Mar 10, 2022

790. Breaking Down Russell Wilson's Trade & AFC West Body Shop / Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks and Rhett Lewis are back

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50 minutes Mar 10, 2022

Carson Wentz trade; NFC favorites? Sneaky free agents; Terron Armstead / In the latest edition of the Good Morning Football

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Mar 10, 2022

Washington expected to release veteran safety Landon Collins / - - - The Washington Commanders agreed to terms

Washington expected to release veteran safety Landon Collins / - - - The Washington Commanders agreed to terms on a trade with the Indianapolis Colts for quarterback Carson Wentz Wednesday. Washington inherited Wentz’s contract, which will count $28 million against the salary cap in 2022. - After agreeing to a deal for Wentz, Washington was left with $5.9 million in cap room, per Over the Cap. Now, the team is working to create more space, and the No. 1 target is safety Landon Collins. - According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, the Commanders are expected to release Collins after the two sides could not agree on a restructured contract. - Collins spent three seasons with the Commanders after beginning his NFL career with the New York Giants. - - Sources: The Washington #Commanders are expected to release star defender Landon Collins after the two sides did not agree on a restructured contract. Collins will now hit free agency to cash in again. - — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 10, 2022 - - - Collins struggled for the Commanders until moving to linebacker early last season. Collins was not isolated in coverage and was allowed to play closer to the line of scrimmage. While he bristled at being called a linebacker, he embraced his role and was arguably Washington’s second-best defensive player after the switch. - Washington wanted Collins back, but there was no way he was coming back at the $16 million cap number. - Collins confirmed to Josina Anderson of CBS and USA TODAY Sports, he was departing Washington. He said he agreed to an initial re-worked deal, but the terms changed once Washington acquired Wentz. - - Landon Collins just told me he's moving on from the Washington Commanders, per him. - "They asked me to take a pay cut. The first one was fine. Then they asked me to take another one. The money changed after they signed Carson Wentz. I'll just take my chances in free agency." - — IG: JosinaAnderson (@JosinaAnderson) March 10, 2022 - - - It will be interesting to see where Collins lands and at what price. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 10, 2022

Landon Collins to Be Released by Commanders After 3 Seasons with Team / The Washington Commanders are set to release

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Mar 10, 2022

Commanders Rumors: Rodgers, Wilson, Garoppolo Among QBs Considered Before Wentz Trade / The Washington Commanders reportedly - embarked on an

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Mar 10, 2022

Pro Football Talk: 'Washington (Rivera) gave it away last week' / Pro Football Talk discussed Washington's trade for Carson Wentz.

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Mar 10, 2022

The grades are in for Washington's acquisition of Carson Wentz / How was Washington graded in its trade for Carson

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Mar 10, 2022

Logan Paulsen's analysis on Washington's trade for Carson Wentz / - - - Logan Paulsen was an informative

Logan Paulsen's analysis on Washington's trade for Carson Wentz / - - - Logan Paulsen was an informative guest on the Team 980 Wednesday with Pete Medhurst, responding to the breaking news that Carson Wentz had been traded to Washington. - The former Washington tight end feels Wentz has some good physical tools like a live arm. But did warn there is a lot of variance in Wentz’s game so he can be really up and really down. - He warned Wentz is not the athlete he was a few years ago; his back injury limiting his athleticism. - The former Eagle and Colt QB’s accuracy is at times not great, reminding Paulsen of Jimmy Garoppolo. Yet, Wentz is definitely an upgrade over the QB situation last season when the inexperienced Taylor Heinicke was forced into action the first game when Ryan Fitzpatrick went down with a hip injury. - Paulsen also reminded listeners that along with Wentz comes baggage like a large price tag and the giving up of draft capital which is significant. - The intangibles of leading, instilling confidence, getting guys to follow you are missing at times in Wentz. Some players in Philly have said to Paulsen, Wentz could have led better. - Wentz will add value with his strong arm that can push the ball down the field. So more of the field will need to be defended as Heinicke had less ball velocity and was less of a deep threat. - Paulsen feels Wentz could be worth three, maybe four wins, but doesn’t see him as enough to go deep in the playoffs. He said he could hear Ron Rivera saying this O-Line and our playmakers are the best situation Wentz has experienced. Paulsen said he could not agree entirely, nor totally disagree either. - Wentz’s seven interceptions in 2021 look good at first, but he also had 3-5 turnover-worthy plays per game, similar to Heinicke. He got a little lucky when you watch the tape. He frustrates coaches and makes them nervous. - Paulsen is convinced the bigger issue will be how Wentz is in the locker room, as he has come off to some as perhaps self-centered. - Paulsen did not avoid mentioning the culture is causing players to not want to come to Ashburn. So, if you want to get a good player and force one to come play here, trade is a way to get them. - Regarding the draft, Paulsen offered Washington could still take a QB at No. 11 if they doubt Wentz, or they could also take a playmaker or another offensive lineman to help Wentz. - But he also believes with Washington losing picks in the trade, they could easily trade back, obtaining another pick or two and still get a Sam Howell or Desmond Ridder later, if they insist on drafting a quarterback. - Once again, Paulsen was a great listen. - - - - - -

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Mar 10, 2022

Conflicting messages from Carson Wentz's one season in Indianapolis / - - - Carson Wentz’s NFL career hasn’t

Conflicting messages from Carson Wentz's one season in Indianapolis / - - - Carson Wentz’s NFL career hasn’t gone exactly as planned. The No. 2 overall pick of the Philadelphia Eagles back in 2016, Wentz burst onto the scene as a rookie, giving Washington fans nightmares of what the next 10-15 years could look like in the NFC East. - Wentz was headed for an MVP season in 2017 before he tore his ACL in a Week 14 win over the Los Angeles Rams. Wentz was lost for years, leaving Nick Foles as Philadelphia’s starting quarterback. Foles would lead the Eagles to their first Super Bowl championship in franchise history. - Wentz’s time in Philadelphia was never quite the same. - While he would return to the starting lineup in 2018, a segment of Philadelphia’s fan base always wanted Foles. There was no question, Wentz was the far more talented of the two; however, Foles was beloved. - In 2018, Wentz led the Eagles to a 5-6 record in his 11 starts. The following season, Philadelphia finished 9-7, with Wentz starting every game. Things fell apart in 2020 when the Eagles drafted Jalen Hurts in the second round. - After a disappointing end to his five years in Philly, Wentz was shipped to the Indianapolis Colts, reuniting him with head coach Frank Reich — his former offensive coordinator in Philadelphia. - His lone season in Indianapolis started slowly but seemed to improve as the season progressed. Unfortunately for Wentz, the Colts fell apart in their final two games, missing the playoffs after an embarrassing 26-11 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars in the season finale. - That finish led to Indianapolis GM Chris Ballard not endorsing Wentz’s return in 2022, despite giving up a first-round pick for him. Reich offered similar sentiments later. - After Wentz’s trade on Wednesday, Zak Keefer of The Athletic wrote an outstanding piece on his one season with the Colts. - Some of the nuggets from Keefer’s story weren’t encouraging from a Washington perspective. Some of the following things were said about Wentz: “lack of leadership, resistance to hard coaching, and a reckless style of play.” - Remember, the leadership aspect was raised during Wentz’s time in Philly. - You now consider Wentz will be on his third team in three years, and you tend to believe there’s something to the rumors. Why would the Colts trade Wentz just one year after giving up a third-round and first-round pick for him? - Why would the Eagles trade him one year after signing him to a massive contract extension? - Wentz’s play is one thing. He is reckless. Early in his career, that recklessness often benefitted the Eagles, as he’d escape pressure and sling the ball downfield for a big play. Those plays have been less recently. - Another interesting nugget from Keefer’s story was Wentz reached out to Irsay to “clear the air” after hearing his time in Indianapolis could be in jeopardy. The

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Mar 10, 2022

How ESPN broke the Carson Wentz trade to Washington / ESPN breaking the Washington Commanders trade for Carson Wentz, resulted

How ESPN broke the Carson Wentz trade to Washington / ESPN breaking the Washington Commanders trade for Carson Wentz, resulted in some thought-provoking quotes from the panelists. - - Adam Schefter: “The quarterback carousel is spinning wildly right now. I think Washington didn’t want to be too late to the party… Most importantly, the Colts are not paying any of Carson Wentz’ salary, so they are freed of that financial obligation. It now falls under Washington’s responsibility.” - Dan Orlovsky: “The reality for Carson Wentz is he has one season to save his career as a starting quarterback in the NFL.. It has to be shocking to him, staggering to him, that this has happened to him. Whether the writing was on the wall or not that they (Colts) moved on from him… We saw a (Wentz) performance last year that for a 12-week stretch was pretty darn good… Off the field, what is not clicking for Carson Wentz when it comes to his relationships in the locker room? When it comes to his leadership style, there has to be something going on in that for the Indianapolis Colts to say, ‘You know what, we have had enough’… I still believe he is a starter in this league, but this season is a make it or break it year for him.” - Robert Griffin: “Is Carson Wentz better than Taylor Heinicke? Yes. The big thing that separates him from Taylor Heinicke is the interceptions. He only had 7, where Heinicke chucked up 15 of those bad boys… For the Colts, we can praise Chris Ballard for how he unloaded Carson even though everyone knew they didn’t want him anymore… The Commanders are a better team than they were a couple of hours ago, but they are in the same spot in their division.” - Laura Rutledge: “When everyone thinks about Carson Wentz it is hard not to imagine him in that Jacksonville game (season finale). The pure frustration of watching that game is very fresh in a lot of people’s minds.” - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 10, 2022

Top reactions to Commanders' trade for Carson Wentz / The Washington Commanders found their quarterback. On Wednesday, the NFL world

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Mar 10, 2022

Carson Wentz trade is ultimately a low-risk gamble by the Commanders / - - - Last month, former

Carson Wentz trade is ultimately a low-risk gamble by the Commanders / - - - Last month, former Washington head coach Jay Gruden was on a Washington-area radio show discussing quarterback options for the Commanders in 2022. New Washington quarterback Carson Wentz wasn’t mentioned in Gruden’s conversation with “Grant and Danny” of 106.7 The Fan in Washington. - However, while talking about his former team’s options, Gruden said if Washington found a guy who was an improvement over the current starter, the team should do whatever it takes to acquire that passer. - That’s exactly what head coach Ron Rivera and the Commanders did Wednesday in sending two third-round picks to the Indianapolis Colts for Wentz. There’s also a pick-swap in the second round of the 2022 NFL draft. - The initial reactions to Washington’s trade weren’t positive. Some ridiculed Washington for trading valuable draft selections for a player Indianapolis would undoubtedly release. But after striking out on Russell Wilson Tuesday, Rivera and the Commanders weren’t going to take any more chances. - No, Wentz is not Wilson. However, Wentz represents a significant upgrade over anything Washington has had under center in the last four seasons. Is he better than Kirk Cousins, who left in 2017? That’s debatable. Arguing about Cousins is a favorite pastime for many Washington fans, even though the current Minnesota Viking has been the franchise’s most productive quarterback in a long time. - Of the draft picks, one can become a second-rounder next year if Wentz plays 70% of the snaps this season. That’s not ideal, but it’s a steal if Wentz resembles the player he was in 2017. Yes, it’s asking a lot for Wentz to resemble the player from 2017. - What if things don’t work out with Wentz? Then it’s a one-year gamble, and the Commanders are back in the hunt again next year when the draft class is expected to be stronger than the current one. - Wentz has three years remaining on his current deal; however, Washington can easily cut Wentz after the 2022 season if things end badly. Wentz will count $28.3 million against Washington’s salary cap in 2022. He has no guaranteed money left in 2023, meaning the Commanders can release him and save over $26 million in cap space. - Washington could still select a quarterback with the No. 11 overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft. Is it likely? I would say no. However, it is an option if the right player falls. Perhaps Washington can move down the board and recoup that third-round pick and select a young quarterback in the process. I would bet against that, though. - Wentz is Washington’s latest attempt at solving the quarterback position. Will it go the way many expect? Or, will Wentz surprise everyone? The pressure is on offensive coordinator Scott Turner to design the offense around Wentz’s strengths. - Washington fans are understandably unhappy. You spend months being told how aggressive the team is in its

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Colts trade Carson Wentz to Washington + NFL defensive free agency preview / The Colts have officially moved on from

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Mar 9, 2022

Carson Wentz, Terry McLaurin, Commanders Fantasy Outlook After Trade for QB / The fantasy landscape has shifted with another quarterback

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Mar 9, 2022

Did the Commanders overpay in their trade for Carson Wentz? / - - - The quarterback market is

Did the Commanders overpay in their trade for Carson Wentz? / - - - The quarterback market is heating up, with teams giving up draft picks for passers in the last two days. After the Broncos landed Russell Wilson from Seattle, the Washington Commanders – despite multiple red flags – struck a deal for Indianapolis Colts QB Carson Wentz. - ESPN’ Adam Schefter is reporting the terms of the trade and clearly, the Colts wanted to get rid of their quarterback. Yet, Washington was willing to part with third-round picks in 2022 and 2023, and will move down five spots in the second round, too. - - Trade terms, per sources… - Colts get:2022 third-round pick2023 third-round pick that can become a second if Carson Wentz plays 70 percent of plays.2022 second-round pick - Commanders get:QB Carson Wentz2022 second-round pick. - — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 9, 2022 - - - It was certainly public knowledge that former Eagles offensive coordinator and current Colts head coach Frank Reich loved Wentz, resulting in Wentz being traded from Philadelphia to Indianapolis last offseason. - Red flag alert! - After only one season with Wentz in Indy, there was Reich – just one week ago – refusing to say he was committed to Wentz for any future seasons. Reich was indirectly informing his fellow NFL competitors that he was making Wentz available. - Another red flag. - Now, only one day after losing out on Wilson, why have Ron Rivera and Martin Mayhew reacted so quickly to take on the contract of Wentz, while giving up multiple valuable draft choices? - Have they overreacted here in trading so soon for a quarterback that has been anything but impressive his last two seasons? - After losing Wilson yesterday, it seems they were on the rebound to make a move now and thus overpaid. - Entering the third season of his contract, Rivera might be feeling the pressure to win now at the cost of future roster-building through the draft. And based on what we saw from Wentz the last two seasons, his value has noticeably declined. - How did Rivera and Mayhew draw the conclusion that Wentz is such an upgrade over Taylor Heinicke, that they made this type of deal? - I can’t believe I just wrote about this two days ago in how important it is to not present yourself as desperate in negotiations. Yes, Rivera has the right to make the trade, but with all the obvious red flags, what happens if he is wrong on this trade? - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your

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Mar 9, 2022

Full terms of Carson Wentz trade: How much did Commanders give up? / Washington has been searching for a franchise

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Mar 9, 2022

Commanders' Updated Super Bowl 57 Odds After Carson Wentz Trade with Colts / The NFL quarterback carousel continued to spin

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Mar 9, 2022

Commanders' Updated Depth Chart After Reported Carson Wentz Trade / The Washington Commanders are set to become the third NFL

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Mar 9, 2022

Carson Wentz Reportedly Traded from Colts to Commanders for 2 3rd-Round Picks / Carson Wentz's time with the Indianapolis Colts

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Mar 9, 2022

Kyler Murray Trade Rumors: Commanders Haven't Shown Interest in Cardinals QB / The Washington Commanders reportedly - didn't speak with

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Mar 8, 2022

Commanders offered at least 3 1st-round picks to Seahawks for Russell Wilson / Washington head coach Ron Rivera wasn’t shy

Commanders offered at least 3 1st-round picks to Seahawks for Russell Wilson / Washington head coach Ron Rivera wasn’t shy about his intent to upgrade at quarterback since the 2021 season ended. The Commanders’ top offseason priority was to upgrade at quarterback, preferably with a veteran. - Two weeks ago, Dianna Russini of ESPN made it clear Aaron Rodgers wasn’t an option. Rodgers officially returned to Green Bay Tuesday. - However, while the Commanders would have loved to acquire Rodgers, they were realistic, instead focusing on another franchise passer in Seattle’s Russell Wilson. Wilson felt more realistic due to his agent naming four teams he’d approve a trade to in 2021. While the Commanders weren’t on that initial list, Rivera felt there were reasons to be optimistic. - Last week, Seattle coach Pete Carroll seemingly shut that door. - On Tuesday, Washington’s hopes and dreams were dashed when the Seahawks traded Wilson to the Denver Broncos. - We know Washington offered “multiple” first-round picks for Wilson. How many were multiple? Grant Paulsen of 106.7 The Fan reported Tuesday that the Commanders offered three first-rounders for Wilson. - - The @Commanders offered three first-round picks to the Seattle Seahawks for Russell Wilson, according to a source. - I keep seeing "multiple firsts." I'm told – more specifically – that they offered three firsts. - — Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) March 8, 2022 - - - Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reported those picks were in 2022, 2023 and 2024. - - Washington offered Seattle draft picks across three years — 2022, 2023, 2024 — to try to acquire Russell Wilson, but it became clear that the Seahawks preferred an AFC team, according to a person with knowledge of the situation. - — Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) March 8, 2022 - - - It’s unknown what Washington offered beyond those three first-round picks. Denver’s offered included quarterback Drew Lock, defensive lineman Shelby Harris, tight end Noah Fant, two first-round picks, two second-round picks and a fifth-round pick in return for Wilson and a fourth-round pick. - That’s a strong offer. However, it is a drop in the bucket for a franchise passer. Denver retained much of its core and added an elite quarterback in the process, making them an instant AFC contender. - As for Washington, the last elite passer available is Deshaun Watson. Watson must still sort out his legal issues, but the Commanders reportedly remain interested. - We should know more about Washington’s plans next week when free agency opens. If the Commanders sign a veteran like Mitch Trubisky, you should probably expect one of Washington’s first two picks to be spent on a quarterback next month. - At this point, Washington’s strategy should be to throw as many resources as possible at quarterback in hopes of finding the right guy. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email

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Mar 8, 2022

Russell Wilson Trade Rumors: Commanders Offered Seahawks 3 1st-Round Draft Picks / Russell Wilson is headed to the Denver Broncos,

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Mar 8, 2022

Russell Wilson traded to Denver, not Washington / Russell Wilson was traded after all — just not to Washington.

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Mar 8, 2022

Former Washington draft pick promoted to WRs coach with 49ers / - - - Leonard Hankerson was a

Former Washington draft pick promoted to WRs coach with 49ers / - - - Leonard Hankerson was a third-round selection by Washington back in the 2011 NFL draft. Many Washington fans thought Hankerson was a steal. A physical presence, Hankerson tied Michael Irvin for the most receiving touchdowns by a Miami receiver in 2010. - Unfortunately, his NFL career didn’t quite mirror his successful college career. Hankerson wasn’t a bad pro; he just didn’t quite live up to what many believed he could be as an NFL wideout. Sadly, injuries played a part, as Hankerson played in four games as a rookie and just one game in his final season of 2014. - Hankerson caught 81 passes for 1,081 yards and six touchdowns in his four seasons with Washington. His final NFL season in 2015 was split between three teams: Atlanta, New England and Buffalo. - It didn’t take long for Hankerson to get into coaching. Now, at 33-years-old, Hankerson is a full-time NFL position coach. The San Francisco 49ers officially announced Hankerson as the new wide receivers coach on Monday. - - Changes to the 49ers coaching staff for the 2022 season: pic.twitter.com/fT4aFd0Mbx - — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 7, 2022 - - - Hankerson spent the 2021 season with the 49ers as a quality-control coach on offense. Before coming to the NFL in 2021, Hankerson spent time in the college ranks at UMass and Stephen F. Austin as a wide receivers coach. - San Francisco’s head coach is Kyle Shahanan. Shanahan was Washington’s offensive coordinator in 2011 when Hankerson was drafted, and he spent three seasons coaching him. Shanahan later brought Hankerson to Atlanta for a brief time when he was the offensive coordinator. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 8, 2022

Logan Paulsen talks Mitchell Trubisky to Washington / Logan Paulsen appeared with Pete Medhurst Monday on The Team 980 AM

Logan Paulsen talks Mitchell Trubisky to Washington / Logan Paulsen appeared with Pete Medhurst Monday on The Team 980 AM to discuss Mitchell Trubisky as a quarterback for the Washington Commanders, and he did not hold back anything. - To prepare for the show, Paulsen watched three games of film of Trubisky with the Bears. Paulsen feels Trubisky has a live enough arm, and, at times, made good decisive throws with good mechanics. - Then came the “but.” Paulsen said on the film he saw Trubisky hold the ball, double-clutch, even “reading the wrong side of the field the way Robert Griffin used to do.” - Paulsen said Trubisky was not super accurate on deep balls, over-throwing posts, not being accurate enough if coaches want to bring him in to change the franchise. Paulsen was fair to say, he did not really know what Trubisky was being coached to do, but there were plays he wondered if Trubisky saw defenders on his drop-backs. “When I watch the tape some of these things make it clear to me why he is no longer starting in the NFL,” said the former Washington tight end. - A Bears offensive staff member a couple of years ago expressed to Paulsen, they were really worried they had missed in drafting Trubisky. Ryan Fitzpatrick is someone Paulsen pointed to that was able to change, grow over the years. But he feels most quarterbacks never get it refined; as these bad habits are part of their game. - Paulsen expressed, “I hope one day Mitchell Trubisky can come on this show and say that Logan Paulsen really missed his evaluation of me.” - He contrasted Trubisky with Derek Carr, saying, Carr plays within the timing of the play, throwing to space, spots. He understands the defense, his ball is on time, in the right position, so it ends up being a 25-yard gain. - Calmly, yet boldly, Paulsen stated that when it comes to executing the offense Mitch Trubisky, Marcus Mariota and Jay Cutler are talented guys but they get staffs fired because they can’t execute at the level needed. - He stated he was not sure Trubisky actually gives you anything. He then asked seriously, “Do you want to bring a guy in here that coaches are going to have to shield? I don’t think so… I’m a conservative guy, not a big gambler, but Trubisky is not someone I would be willing to gamble on.” - He is hopeful that Trubisky sitting last year, studying all year, prepping Josh Allen, matured him as Rex Grossman admitted years ago that process really helped him mature as an NFL quarterback. - Paulsen is a really good listen; bright, articulate, and should have your attention when talking football. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - -

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Mar 8, 2022

How the NFL's $208M salary cap will impact the Commanders in 2022 / Here's how the new salary cap figure

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Mar 8, 2022

Will the Commanders make a splash at wide receiver in free agency? / Will Washington make a free-agent splash at

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Mar 8, 2022

How badly do Rivera and Washington 'need' a quarterback? / - - - This evening I read some

How badly do Rivera and Washington 'need' a quarterback? / - - - This evening I read some guy tweeting that the Washington Commanders had offered the Seattle Seahawks five first-round choices for Russell Wilson, but the offer was turned down by Seattle. - Of course, that offer was both absurd and false. Yes, head coach Ron Rivera has publicly declared (more than a few times) that Washington is looking for a QB. He and GM Martin Mayhew last week both spoke to the media at the NFL Combine and neither was shy to admit they are indeed looking to improve the position for the Commanders. - Are Coach Rivera and Mayhew crossing the line, appearing too needy? In business, one can certainly proclaim what they need. Yet, shouldn’t that person also remain shrewd, to never cross the line of appearing too willing to trade too much for what one desires? - Mike Ditka had won coaching in Chicago. Ditka won 11+ games in six NFL seasons, including a 15-1 Super Bowl Championship for the ’85 Bears. - When Ditka took over New Orleans in 1997 and experienced back-to-back 6-10 seasons, he made it known he wanted Ricky Williams. Charley Casserly and Washington took advantage of Ditka and traded the No. 5 overall pick in the draft to the Saints for all six of the Saints 1999 selections and the Saints’ 2000 selections in the first and third rounds. I was doing cartwheels and backflips when that trade was announced. - Might Rivera have been too quick last week to say no one was concerned with what the Rams gave up for Matthew Stafford? Remember how Washington received only one exciting (10-6) season from Robert Griffin but had already (being too eager) given up first-round choices in 2012, 2013 and 2014 for a guy yet to play a down in an NFL pocket? At least Russell Wilson has already proven himself to be a capable NFL passer and leader. - Sometimes in negotiations, we really must be careful, because if our posture is one of being too needy, the negotiation will actually be nothing more than the other guy taking advantage of us. A fair mediation will involve you being willing to walk away from the table. I am hoping, if need be, Coach Ron and Mayhew are both willing to walk away from the table. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - -

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Mar 7, 2022

Report: Brandon Scherff Unlikely to Sign New Commanders Contract in 2022 Free Agency / The Washington Commanders will not use

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Mar 7, 2022

Commanders Rumors: Landon Collins Contract Restructure Eyed by WSH Ahead of FA / The Washington Commanders are looking to restructure

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Mar 7, 2022

Commanders appear focused on 2 QBs if they take a passer in the 1st round / - -

Commanders appear focused on 2 QBs if they take a passer in the 1st round / - - - The NFL combine is the place where lots of juicy rumors get starters — and for good reason. All 32 NFL teams are present, coaches go out to dinner with other coaches, and executives do the same with fellow executives. - It’s where tampering also begins. You know, the illegal kind that’s occurred for years, a little over one week before it becomes legal tampering. Yep, it’s complicated. - Now that the combine is over, some information is beginning to trickle out from the past seven days. Free-agency buzz is the most popular this time of year, but this year, it’s all about the quarterbacks. Actually, it’s always about the quarterbacks. - Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler of ESPN recently discussed some quarterback buzz from the last week, beginning with Aaron Rodgers. - The duo also discussed the QB-starved Washington Commanders. - Fowler noted that the Commanders have focused on Wilson and Deshaun Watson, but those are far from the only names. Essentially, Washington is calling everyone about quarterbacks. - Graziano spoke about Washington more in terms of the draft, specifically mentioning Pitt’s Kenny Pickett and Liberty’s Malik Willis: - I do have my eye on the Washington Commanders at No. 11 for the spot where the first quarterback could go off the board. Washington has been calling around on every veteran option, but I’m told it also has been focused on the rookies. The Commanders know they need a quarterback for 2022, but they’re obsessed with finding the answer at that position for the long term. Even if they sign a veteran in free agency, don’t be surprised if they use their first-round pick on a quarterback as well. The top candidates are Malik Willis and Kenny Pickett. - If Washington signs a veteran such as Mitchell Trubisky, Pickett appears less likely. The biggest positive regarding Pickett is NFL teams believe he can play right away. However, if the Commanders sign Trubisky or another former starter to compete, it could be a clue the team will do what it takes to draft Willis next month. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 7, 2022

Commanders land franchise quarterback in new post-combine mock draft / - - - Now that the 2022 NFL

Commanders land franchise quarterback in new post-combine mock draft / - - - Now that the 2022 NFL combine is in the books, we can begin to understand where teams could slot players in the upcoming 2022 NFL draft — especially at quarterback. - Sure, we haven’t even hit free agency yet, but there doesn’t appear to be any quarterback movement coming via trade, unless it’s Deshaun Watson, and who knows when that situation will be resolved. - There aren’t a lot of quarterbacks in the free-agent market who would be considered an answer for teams, although players like Jamies Winston and Mitchell Trubisky could allow teams to kick the proverbial can into 2023 for its quarterback search. - Doug Farrar of Touchdown Wire recently completed one of the first post-combine mock drafts, and he solved the Washington Commanders’ search for a quarterback. - At No. 11 overall, Farrar has Washington selecting Liberty quarterback Malik Willis. - There appears to be a lot of smoke around Willis to Washington. We know the Steelers also like Willis, and other teams are also likely in the mix. While Washington would prefer a veteran quarterback, trades for Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson aren’t happening, and a trade for Deshaun Watson remains unlikely. - Fans will be enraged if Washington goes into the 2021 season with Trubisky, Winston, Marcus Mariota, Taylor Heinicke, or Teddy Bridgewater as the starting quarterback with no rookie in the mix. Washington will draft a quarterback at some point in the NFL draft. - Willis seems to be an ideal fit for the Commanders. Offensive coordinator Scott Turner could tweak his scheme to suit Willis’ strengths so he can play early, or Washington could sign a vet and give Willis a “redshirt” year. - Willis was the second quarterback in Farrar’s mock draft behind Kenny Pickett, who went No. 9 to the Denver Broncos. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Mar 6, 2022

Ron Rivera all but confirms Ryan Fitzpatrick will not return to Washington / This is not a surprise.

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Mar 4, 2022

Russell Wilson Trade Rumors: Commanders' 'Strong Offer' Rebuffed by Seahawks / The Seattle Seahawks reportedly turned down a trade offer

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Mar 3, 2022

Report: Robert Griffin III's 'Surviving Washington' Tell-All Book No Longer in Works / Ex-Washington quarterback Robert Griffin III planned to

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Mar 3, 2022

Commanders Owners Daniel and Tanya Snyder Donating $300k to Ukranian Relief Efforts / Washington Commanders owners Daniel and Tanya Snyder

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Mar 3, 2022

Commanders GM: WAS Called Every Team About QBs; Reportedly Has List of 40 QBs / The Washington Commanders apparently haven't

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Commanders, Jets & Buccaneers offseason outlook with Ben Standig, Connor Hughes & Greg Auman / How can the newly-named Washington

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Mar 2, 2022

Montez Sweat's 5th-Year Contract Option Reportedly Exercised by Commanders / The Washington Commanders will reportedly exercise the fifth-year option on

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Mar 1, 2022

NFL Trade Rumors: Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson to Be Pursued by Commanders / The Washington Commanders "will definitely pursue" star

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Mar 1, 2022

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Mar 1, 2022

Russell Wilson or Aaron Rodgers to Commanders? Team exploring all QB options / Washington believes it has the supporting cast

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Feb 28, 2022

Washington one of 3 cities in contention to host NFL draft in 2024 / Could Washington host the 2024 NFL

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Feb 28, 2022

Plenty of Washington football Facebook groups for fans / So, you want to chat with other die-hard Washington football fans?

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Feb 28, 2022

Detroit, Green Bay and Washington Considered Finalists to Host 2024 NFL Draft / The NFL is exploring locations for the

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Feb 28, 2022

Should the Commanders spend big at safety in free agency? / The Washington Commanders have been looking to solidify the

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Feb 28, 2022

Taylor Heinicke had 2 of the NFL's most improbable completions in 2021 / When Ryan Fitzpatrick went down in the

Taylor Heinicke had 2 of the NFL's most improbable completions in 2021 / When Ryan Fitzpatrick went down in the second quarter of Washington’s Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Chargers, it opened the door for playoff hero Taylor Heinicke to audition at quarterback for the Commanders. - Heinicke had some good moments, such as his performances in wins over the Giants and Falcons early in the season. There were lows, too, such as a tendency to force the ball into coverage when things break down around him. - Heinicke also played well during Washington’s four-game winning streak midway through the season to get the Commanders back into playoff contention. However, it was short-lived, and while Heinicke proved he belonged in the NFL, it was also evident Washington would continue its desperate search for a quarterback. - But Heinicke did provide Washington fans with some exciting moments in an otherwise disappointing 2021 season. In the aforementioned win over the Giants in Week 2, Heinicke’s fourth-quarter performance led the Commanders to their first win. - In particular, his touchdown pass to tight end Ricky Seals-Jones with 4:33 remaining was one of the season’s highlights for Washington. In its 2021 season review, NFL’s Next Gen Stats ranked the pass as one of the most improbable completions of the season, specifically ranking the throw No. 13 with a completion probability of just 13.7%. - - Taylor Heinicke & Ricky Seals-Jones (19-yard TD) - Heinicke's touchdown pass to Seals-Jones was the most improbable completion by a Washington quarterback since Week 9, 2018. - Completion Probability: 13.7%#NYGvsWAS | #WashingtonFootball pic.twitter.com/hVXN6NKVAz - — Next Gen Stats (@NextGenStats) September 17, 2021 - - - As spectacular as that play was, Next Gen Stats had another of Heinicke’s completions ranking even higher. His touchdown pass to Cam Sims against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 14 ranked No. 6. - - CAM SIMS JUST MOSSED TREVON DIGGS pic.twitter.com/YPgVet13TE - — PFF (@PFF) December 12, 2021 - - - So, while it’s fair to say Washington needs a new quarterback, it’s also reasonable to say Heinicke did do some good things in 2021. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 28, 2022

6 potential salary cap casualties who Commanders could target in NFL free agency / Once the NFL regular season ends

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Feb 27, 2022

New mock draft with trades has Commanders landing Russell Wilson / Everyone knows the Washington Commanders would desperately love to

New mock draft with trades has Commanders landing Russell Wilson / Everyone knows the Washington Commanders would desperately love to pry quarterback Russell Wilson away from the Seattle Seahawks. All signs point to the Seahawks keeping Wilson unless a team absolutely blows them away with an amazing offer that could help Seattle rebuild its entire roster. - Even if Seattle lands a haul for Wilson, it’s still difficult imagining anyone with a franchise quarterback of his caliber trading him at 33 years old. - Most mock drafts are created to place the best available player fitting the given team’s position of need. For instance, most mock drafts have the Commanders selecting a quarterback at No. 11 overall, even if there may not be a passer worth taking that high. - Austin Gayle of Pro Football Focus did a fun mock draft recently, shaking things up with superstar quarterbacks on the move. Gayle has Green Bay trading Aaron Rodgers to the Denver Broncos and the Seahawks moving Wilson to the Commanders. Gayle also has the Raiders sending Derek Carr to the Steelers. - Talk about an ideal scenario for Washington. And the compensation isn’t bad for a player of Wilson’s status. Per Gayle, Washington would trade the No. 11 pick and its second-round pick in April, along with a 2023 first-round pick to the Seahawks for Wilson. - In return, the Seahawks draft Wilson’s replacement in North Carolina’s Sam Howell. - Here’s what PFF had to say about the potential trade: - If the rumors mount to results and Seattle does pull the trigger on a Russell Wilson trade, Washington is a realistic landing spot for his services. The Commanders shouldn’t consider themselves in rebuild mode with a roster chock full of talent at multiple premium positions. That’s not to say they fit into the tried trope that is “being a quarterback away,” but they’re closer than a lot of other quarterback-needy teams and should view a trade for Wilson as the shorter path to a Super Bowl than drafting a rookie signal-caller at No. 11 overall. - Washington coach Ron Rivera becomes a hero to Commanders’ fans if he lands Wilson. While landing Wilson doesn’t make Washington an automatic Super Bowl contender, it puts them in the conversation as an immediate NFC contender. Landing Wilson, in addition to some smart free-agent choices, could make the Commanders one of the NFC’s top four teams in 2023. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. -

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Feb 27, 2022

Washington made several of the NFL's top plays in 2021 / Washington had several memorable plays in 2021.

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Feb 27, 2022

Mayor feels RFK an ideal site for Commanders / The DMV area has seen the Washington NFL franchise play their

Mayor feels RFK an ideal site for Commanders / The DMV area has seen the Washington NFL franchise play their home games at RFK (1961-1996), and Fed Ex Field 1997-currently. Where they will play next is the question. - “Well, we know when the team was the last winning team, and they played at RFK,” said DC Mayor Muriel Bowser confidently, referring to their last Super Bowl championship coming when the team still played at RFK, back in the 1991 season. - Bowser stated the site of RFK is ideal for the NFL Washington franchise to return to the city bearing its name. However, the plans for the three northern Virginia sites actually call for a 700,000 square foot 16-acre stadium as well as Indoor and Outdoor training facilities, team offices, a 14,000 seat Ampitheatre, hotels, a conference center, residential buildings and Mixed-Use retail, including night life. - Bowser when asked regarding the northern Virginia plans, countered noticeably expressing her vision, “It is important to us that that site have housing first, as we have been talking about. Housing, recreation, park space, and uh, sports, including an NFL stadium.” - She continued, insisting the only way it could happen in Washington is for the franchise to pay for the stadium. - Bowser in recent years had been adamant toward the Washington franchise, insisting they would need to change their name (dropping Redskins) before returning back to the city. - But now that they are the “Commanders” she was in a welcoming spirit Saturday, as long as the franchise pays for the stadium. - However, so much water has passed under the bridge, one can’t help but wonder, is it now too late for the city and its fans? Has the momentum perhaps shifted to move to Virginia? Might the fans in the city and Maryland one day have to wear the shoes northern Virginia fans have worn for decades, which required them to make the longer drive to see Washington home games? - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 27, 2022

5 observations from Daniel Jeremiah's pre-combine conference call / The Washington Commanders hold the No. 11 overall pick in the

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Feb 26, 2022

Commanders reportedly considering three Virginia sites for new stadium / The Washington Commanders want to replace FedEx Field with a

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Feb 26, 2022

Commanders land 5 on PFF's list of top 200 free agents / The Washington Commanders have some key free agents

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Feb 26, 2022

Commanders stadium possibilities in Virginia / Where should Washington's new stadium be?

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Feb 26, 2022

CBS predicts 13 quarterback moves: What about the Commanders? / The Washington Commanders will have a new quarterback in 2022.

CBS predicts 13 quarterback moves: What about the Commanders? / The Washington Commanders will have a new quarterback in 2022. Will it be a veteran or a rookie? Will Washington land a star passer, such as Russell Wilson or Deshaun Watson? - You can bet head coach Ron Rivera will do everything to land Wilson, but the odds are still against the Seahawks trading Wilson, or Wilson even preferring a trade to Washington. - That could lead Washington to make an unpopular move, at least according to the fans. - CBS recently predicted 13 quarterback moves for this offseason, with Wilson and Aaron Rodgers staying with their respective teams. The quarterback moves included trades, free agents and draft picks. - CBS has the Commanders ending up with Carson Wentz. - Yikes. - Washington badly needs a QB, and Ron Rivera has publicly admitted they need to do more than take another mid-tier flyer. Wentz isn’t necessarily a Matthew Stafford-level get, but he at least offers more upside than the middling free-agent leftovers. The Commanders know Wentz well, having witnessed his Eagles peak in the NFC East, and both Rivera and offensive coordinator Scott Turner have a history of coaching a big-bodied play-maker with a penchant for forced throws in Cam Newton. - This would not be a popular move among fans — and for good reason. Why would fans buy season tickets to watch a quarterback who would be on his third team in three seasons? It would be easier to sell hope with a rookie passer to a dwindling fan base. - If the Colts release Wentz and Washington signs him, that is more palatable than a trade. However, it would also mean the Commanders struck out on multiple top targets. - Washington fans know this isn’t the same Carson Wentz from 2017. Therefore, the hope is he becomes someone else’s problem. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 26, 2022

Russini: 'Washington is not in this game' for Rodgers / Only one day later and Washington was eliminated from the

Russini: 'Washington is not in this game' for Rodgers / Only one day later and Washington was eliminated from the show. - Thursday, ESPN’s Dianna Russini reported multiple teams had offers on the table for Aaron Rodgers. Washington fans hearing Coach Rivera repeatedly speak of swinging big for a QB hoped Washington was one of the teams. - Friday, she popped their balloons, “The sense I get is Washington is not in this game,” said Russini on the Kevin Sheehan AM 980 radio show. - Russini was repeating Friday that Rodgers wants $50 million per year, adding, “One team I know is comfortable and ready to go with that. This is coming down to where Aaron Rodgers wants to go. I know the teams where he would want to go and Washington is not on it.” - When asked if she would name the teams, she declined, explaining she has been asked to “please” not do such and clubs don’t want their current QB to know they are attempting to move on to Aaron Rodgers. Russini is confident the Packers do not want to trade Rodgers to an NFC team. - Moving to Russell Wilson, Russini conveyed she was told by Seattle wide receiver Tyler Lockett, “He (Wilson) is going to be a Seattle Seahawk.” She said Lockett expressed relationships are better than a year ago when Wilson told management he wanted to be traded. - Meanwhile, Deshaun Watson has multiple teams who would trade for him, even with legal questions hovering over his head. Russini said she was told by one executive that “Watson is an organization changer, setting you up for the next 10 years.” - Russini offered a criticism of Ron Rivera in how he has named the Rams and Bucs as teams that went all-in for a quarterback and won the Super Bowl. She reasoned Washington is not built like the Rams or Bucs and their defense did not perform last year. She said she appreciates Rivera’s attitude but doesn’t know how he thinks it will all come together. She sees the Commanders ending up with a bridge QB again and having to draft one. - Actually, most serious (and enlightening) was Russini expressing wholeheartedly that ever since she gave birth to her child she has learned this is the most underrated thing, while everyone goes on talking about how great other things are. - She expressed how before a child, it was easy to play on the phone and make calls, call your source, not care about anything else. But now, “Michael needs me, depends on me to survive and live… I can’t leave him in the car and make a phone call. I am learning how to balance it all.” - Puts all of this football in perspective, doesn’t it? - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign

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Feb 25, 2022

Lawmakers introduce bill that could impact Washington's new stadium / The Washington Commanders are looking to be in their new

Lawmakers introduce bill that could impact Washington's new stadium / The Washington Commanders are looking to be in their new home by 2027. The Commanders, who currently play at FedEx Field in Landover, Maryland, are deciding between three locations of Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C., for their next stadium. - The state of Virginia has a leg up to be Washington’s new home. Earlier this month, the Virginia House voted to advance a bill that would create a new stadium authority in Virginia. - But, nothing is official. Washington and Maryland both want to build a new stadium in their respective jurisdictions. And, with all of the controversy still circling owner Daniel Snyder, members of Congress introduced a new bill this week that would eliminate tax breaks for pro sports teams. - Rep. Jackie Speier (D-Calif.) said the following in a statement, per John Keim of ESPN: - The NFL has proven once again that it can’t play by the rules. As such, taxpayers-subsidized municipal bonds should no longer be a reward for the Washington Commanders and other teams that continue to operate workplaces that are dens of sexual harassment and sexual abuse. It doesn’t make economic sense, and it’s particularly galling given the league’s longstanding failure to address issues of sexual harassment and sexual assault as well as on-going racial and gender discrimination and domestic violence. - Per Keim, the bill would eliminate the tax-exempt status of municipal bonds, which are used to finance professional stadiums. - The Commanders will need to pick a location soon so that construction can begin on a new stadium. All three options are intriguing, but returning to Washington is the choice of most fans. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 25, 2022

Where does Washington's wide receivers stand compared to the rest of the NFL? / The Washington Commanders felt they had

Where does Washington's wide receivers stand compared to the rest of the NFL? / The Washington Commanders felt they had taken a major step forward last offseason by signing wide receivers Curtis Samuel and Adam Humphries in free agency and drafting Dyami Brown in the third round of the 2021 NFL draft. - Unfortunately for the Commanders, Samuel and Brown combined to catch 18 passes for 192 yards. Yes, you read that correctly. Samuel missed most of the season with a groin injury and when he did play, he was far from 100%. While Brown missed some time, he was slow to adjust to the NFL but showed promise late in the season with big catches against the Cowboys and Eagles. - The one constant for Washington at wide receiver was Terry McLaurin. No surprise there. Despite major quarterback issues, McLaurin went over 1,000 yards for the second consecutive season. The Commanders essentially had no downfield passing game for much of the season, unless McLaurin was making impossible catches. - Humphries was solid, catching 41 passes for 383 yards. The biggest surprise was free agent DeAndre Carter. Signed to be the team’s return man, Carter caught 24 passes for 296 yards and three touchdowns. The coaching staff didn’t do a good job of manufacturing more touches for Carter late in the season. He has a future in Washington. - Cam Sims missed several games but had one of the best catches in the NFL against Dallas. He finished with 15 passes for 211 yards and two touchdowns. - NFL.com recently reviewed every NFL team’s situation at wide receiver, breaking them down into four tiers. Washington came in the “need immediate help” tier. - McLaurin needs help. It felt like the dynamic receiver was on a solo plane ride for most of the 2021 season. McLaurin netted 77 catches for 1,053 yards and five TDs. The next closest wide receiver in Washington was Humphries, who had 41 catches for 383 yards. Yeesh. Samuel was signed to be that do-it-all threat who could capitalize on coverage rolling towards McLaurin, but he played in just five games due to injury. With money to spend, the Commanders should look to add another playmaker on the outside. If Samuel can stay healthy, McLaurin continues to dominate and Washington bolsters the wideout room, it could help buoy whoever is under center in 2022. - Yes, McLaurin needs help. He’s needed help for three seasons now. Samuel was supposed to provide that help. Can Washington be confident that Samuel will be the player it expected when signing him to a three-year deal last March? - The Commanders can’t spend big on a receiver in free agency because a contract for McLaurin is the top priority behind finding a new quarterback. But Washington should scour the secondary market for wide receiver help and also consider drafting one on day two. - Humphries, Carter and Sims are all free agents in 2022. Washington likes all three players, but don’t

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Feb 25, 2022

Commanders TE Coach Juan Castillo meets the media / Replacing a successful predecessor is not an easy task. Juan Castillo’s

Commanders TE Coach Juan Castillo meets the media / Replacing a successful predecessor is not an easy task. Juan Castillo’s calling now is to replace former Washington TE coach Pete Hoener who retired last week at the age of 70. - Castillo met with the media via Zoom and as always, there were some interesting tidbits that were revealed. - - Castillo began in the NFL with the Eagles in 1995 as a quality control coach. He studied under offensive coordinator Jon Gruden. - Next Castillo was promoted to TE Coach w/Eagles in 1997 - Castillo moved back to offensive line w/Eagles from 1998-2010. - Castillo was with current Washington tight end Logan Thomas in Buffalo (2017-18) coaching the offensive line and as running game coordinator. He noticed Thomas’ hard work and talent when Thomas was transitioning to TE from QB. - Castillo has coached 27 years in the NFL —only one coaching tight ends. - Brian Mitchell and Castillo were together with the Eagles (2000-02). - Darrell Green and Castillo were college teammates at Texas A&I, now Texas A&M Kingsville. - Ron Rivera and Castillo met in 1999 coaching the Eagles. - Castillo is aware that he’s the only new coach this season and believes he is to earn the respect of his fellow coaches and players by working hard, not by vocally demanding their respect. - Spanish being his first language, he and Sammis Reyes met and conversed via Spanish. - Castillo has watched some tape and noticed TE John Bates really worked at his blocking. - Castillo has a son in Arlington, employed by the Department of Commerce, and another son who earned a full scholarship to law school at the University of Maryland. - Andy Reid, Ray Rhodes, John Harbaugh, Sean McDermott, Matt Nagy and now Ron Rivera are NFL head coaches who hired Castillo to their coaching staffs. - Castillo has not coached TE specifically since 1997 with the Eagles. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 25, 2022

Do the Commanders have a lot to offer top veteran quarterbacks? / Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera hasn’t been

Do the Commanders have a lot to offer top veteran quarterbacks? / Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera hasn’t been shy about the team’s need to land a new quarterback in 2022. Rivera has made it clear that without completely disrespecting Taylor Heinicke, the Commanders will be “big-game hunting” for some of the NFL’s top quarterbacks. - The veteran quarterbacks most associated with Rivera’s comments this offseason are Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson and Deshaun Watson. All are franchise quarterbacks who could be available for different reasons. Rodgers isn’t coming to Washington, while Wilson is still doubtful. Watson isn’t likely for various reasons. - Rivera recently told Ben Standig of The Athletic that he believes the Commanders have a lot to offer the top veteran quarterbacks. - “We’d like to believe we would be a viable option for a lot of (quarterbacks),” Rivera said. “We understand what the capital will take to bring a type (of) player like that here. We believe we have a lot to offer.” - Let’s pretend Rodgers, Wilson and Watson are all possibilities for the Commanders. Is Rivera correct in saying Washington has a lot to offer? - Yes and no. - First, Washington has talent on offense. Sure, the recent results are far from ideal, but the Commanders have a terrific wide receiver and running back with Terry McLaurin and Antonio Gibson in place. Next up for Washington is bringing back running back J.D. McKissic, one of the NFL’s best pass-catching backs. - The Commanders also have a good tight end in Logan Thomas. If Thomas returns healthy from his knee injury, Washington is in good shape with John Bates as the top reserve. - Washington also has a solid offensive line. The Commanders re-signed left tackle Charles Leno to a three-year extension, and rookie right tackle Sam Cosmi looks like the real deal. The bad news is Pro Bowl guard Brandon Scherff will be elsewhere. However, in Wes Schweitzer, the Commanders have an ideal replacement. The star of Washington’s offensive line is coach John Matsko. - Next, you have offensive coordinator Scott Turner. Turner received a lot of criticism online, but if you simply break things down on a game-by-game basis, Turner is doing a good job. Let’s consider he’s been forced to play six different quarterbacks in two seasons. He’s had one legit wideout in McLaurin. Yet, Turner had Washington’s offense around the middle of the pack in 2021. - If you consider the quarterback issues and injuries along the offensive line and at wide receiver, that’s respectable. - There are other positive factors, too. In Rivera, you have a veteran coach who seemingly has job security and the respect of everyone in the NFL. Rivera has shown that he is the perfect coach for an MVP-level quarterback in the past. - A new quarterback can also be the face of a new brand. Can you imagine the jerseys Wilson could sell if he was traded to the Commanders? A Virginia native, Wilson

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Feb 25, 2022

Did Washington offer to trade for Aaron Rodgers? / Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers is amazing at extending plays,

Did Washington offer to trade for Aaron Rodgers? / Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers is amazing at extending plays, finding the open receiver downfield, game after game, year after year. - No. 12 has passed for over 4,000 yards in 10 different seasons and each of the last four. While Taylor Heinicke threw 15 interceptions during the 2021 season, Rodgers played each game in 2018-2020, and 16 of 17 in 2021 to throw 15 interceptions. Oh, this while, passing for 136 touchdowns. - A 136:15 touchdown/interception ratio? - You bet, I would love to see Rodgers in Burgundy and Gold! And so would Terry McLaurin, Logan Thomas, Curtis Samuel, Cam Sims, Adam Humphries and J.D. McKissic. - Yet, isn’t there another side to Rodgers? Last year during the offseason, we heard and read ad nauseam how Rodgers was feeling like the victim, not respected, not loved by the Packers front office. Am I the only one that doesn’t want to hear again this offseason how he is leaning to retirement one day, wants to be traded another day, is unhappy the next? - Two days ago Rodgers felt the need to inform Pat McAfee that he had just completed a 12-day cleanse. 12 days of cleansing the body, eliminating unwanted waste, removing toxins from your body? Not exactly the 12 Days of Christmas, huh? Sounds somewhat private to me, but Rodgers then continued, “I was going through some pictures from the last year and felt an intense amount of gratitude for the life that I have and the lessons I’ve learned.” - Would that gratitude include Mark Murphy and the Green Bay Packers management who signed Rodgers to that $134 million deal? Or that this upcoming 2022 season (according to Spotrac.com) Rodgers is set to count $46.1 million against the Packers salary cap? - That puts the Packers over the cap; so, how will the Packers respond? Rework a few contracts, release a few players, threaten a few with pay cuts or they will simply be released? - If ESPN’s Dianna Russini is accurate, she reported today that Rodgers wants to be the highest-paid player in the NFL. Not only does he want to be the highest-paid player, but she added, “by a wide margin.” Yet, Russini said teams have already offered the Packers trades for Rodgers. - I wonder if the most endearing factor attracting these teams to Rodgers is his “intense amount of gratitude?” - - Aaron Rodgers will be informing the Packers of his decision soon, per league sources. I’m told there are multiple teams with offers on the table but of course, nothing can happen until the Green Bay Packers allow a trade. - — Dianna Russini (@diannaESPN) February 24, 2022 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - -

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Feb 24, 2022

Are Washington's veteran options at quarterback decreasing? / Though this year’s quarterback class is considered weaker in comparison to last

Are Washington's veteran options at quarterback decreasing? / Though this year’s quarterback class is considered weaker in comparison to last year’s, until Washington gets a significant veteran quarterback signed, it will be expected to take one early in the 2022 NFL draft. - Kevin Sheehan and Ben Standig discussed this harmony on Wednesday’s episode of Sheehan’s podcast. - If Washington were somehow to miraculously deal for Russell Wilson, Deshaun Watson, Derek Carr, or Aaron Rodgers, they would be required to part ways with some early draft choices over the next couple of drafts. If they cannot make a deal for a significant veteran, they could “settle” for an insignificant veteran such as Marcus Mariota or Mitch Trubisky, and then also draft a quarterback in the first or second round. - Washington went the latter route last season signing Ryan Fitzpatrick to a one-year contract for $10 million. Trubisky has certainly not lived up to expectations being drafted No.2 overall in the 2017 NFL draft. Nor would his signing result in a parade in Ashburn. - Sheehan knowing the Commanders feel the need to make a splash, mentioned drafting Malik Willis, re-emphasizing, they know they need to generate interest in this team. - Standig agreed that fans will be clamoring for a rookie drafted in the first round more than Taylor Heinicke. - Sheehan considers Kenny Pickett’s ceiling higher than analysts are declaring, but is convinced, “Willis by far and away has the highest ceiling.” Standig was quick to clarify, “nobody is saying it is a bad draft; we are saying it lacks the upside of last year’s class. Thus it is a much harder projection to see these quarterbacks being what you think a star quarterback in this league is.” Standig reiterated he is not saying, “these quarterbacks are horrendous and shouldn’t be drafted.” - Carson Wentz is not someone Standig finds worth trading draft capital to obtain. Yet, he did not rule out that if Wentz was released, Washington might sign him. - Sheehan believes the two veterans remaining that Washington will pursue are Mariota and Trubisky. Standig thinks Teddy Bridgewater might be considered as well. - The scouting combine (March 1-7) and the NFL free agency signing period (March 16) are right around the corner with the 2022 NFL draft scheduled for April 28-30. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll

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Feb 24, 2022

Commanders make PFF list of 15 trades to watch out for 2022 NFL offseason / It’s expected to be a

Commanders make PFF list of 15 trades to watch out for 2022 NFL offseason / It’s expected to be a busy NFL offseason in 2022. Perhaps more than ever, some of the league’s top quarterbacks are mentioned in potential trades, which rarely happens. Quarterbacks Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson and Deshaun Watson — all franchise passers — have each been mentioned as possible trade candidates. - Being mentioned as a possible trade candidate and being traded are two different stories. Ultimately, it isn’t very likely Rodgers or Wilson will be on another team in 2022, while Watson is a different story altogether. - Regardless, there will be trades. San Francisco quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo is almost certain to be traded. Speaking of Garoppolo, Pro Football Focus recently named 15 potential trades to watch this offseason, with 49ers’ passer linked to the Washington Commanders. - Garoppolo has become one of the more polarizing quarterbacks in the NFL, as he once again led the 49ers to multiple playoff victories — throwing an interception in each and a touchdown pass in neither. The most important question is, of course, whether Garoppolo can still lead his team to big wins without Kyle Shanahan scheming things up as well as any coach in the NFL, a stout offensive line and dynamic playmakers in the form of wide receiver Deebo Samuel and tight end George Kittle. - Garoppolo made just 10 big-time throws compared to 23 turnover-worthy plays in 2021, almost the inverse of his 20 touchdown passes to 12 interceptions. Samuel’s 83-yard touchdown against the Chicago Bears is a good example of why big-time throws and turnover-worthy plays can serve as a more informed TD/INT ratio: - Per PFF, the compensation for Garoppolo was Washington sending a 2022 fourth-round pick and a 2023 second-round pick to the 49ers. - That’s solid compensation from Washington’s side. The Commanders keep all of their picks on the first two days of the 2022 NFL draft, giving them the opportunity to find a young quarterback and a starting linebacker. As for giving up a second-round pick in 2023, that’s the cost of doing business in the quarterback market. - The Garoppolo trade wasn’t the only one mentioned for the Commanders. PFF also has Washington trading defensive tackle Matt Ioannidis to the Cleveland Browns for a fifth-round pick. - The Browns relied on one-year fliers and rookie contract players on the interior of their defensive line, but that approach gave way to a unit that ranked dead last in 2021 with a 40.6 overall grade. Edge defenders Myles Garrett and Jadeveon Clowney looked like a pair of No. 1 overall picks on the outside, but physical teams like the Patriots were able to bully Cleveland up front at times. - Ioannidis has earned 70.0-plus pass-rush grades in five consecutive seasons and enters the final year of a three-year extension signed in 2019. The Commanders signed 2017 first-round interior defender Jonathan Allen to a four-year, $72 million ($18M per year) extension before the 2021 season, and 2018 first-round interior defender Daron Payne is set to play

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Feb 24, 2022

Can Commanders extend enough key players? / So, you want Washington to re-sign Terry McLaurin, Brandon Scherff, Daron Payne, trade

Can Commanders extend enough key players? / So, you want Washington to re-sign Terry McLaurin, Brandon Scherff, Daron Payne, trade for Derek Carr, and re-sign Carr to an extension? Well, hold on. Have you stopped to consider what all this might cost against the Commanders’ salary cap? - Joel Corry CBS Sports analyst, former agent, and host of “Inside the Cap” joined the John Keim Report, Wednesday to discuss such dynamics. - Terry McLaurin is looking at getting a deal with some $40 million in guarantees and $18 million per year arrangements. Corry feels McLaurin should not be in a hurry, observing what type of deals Deebo Samuel, AJ Brown and DK Metcalf are able to obtain. Corry believes McLaurin will not match their money but their gains will increase his income. - Brandon Scherff having made $32 million over the past two years, will seek to become the highest-paid guard in the NFL, but has not played a full season since 2016 and in the last four seasons has missed 22 games. - Corry felt the Charles Leno deal was a win/win for both Leno and the Commanders. - While at the annual NFL combine, meetings take place between agents and teams to begin learning how interested teams are in resigning their own free agents, what the market might be like for some players, and whether taking a pay-cut might be more attractive to a player, than losing money on the free market, following being released. - Consequently, Landon Collins will certainly not make the $16 million he is scheduled to receive. It might only be half of that, according to Corry. Corry advised that sometimes players are idealistic, refusing to take a pay-cut, erroneously assuming they can make a good deal more on the open market. - Corry doubts Washington will pay both Jonathan Allen and Daron Payne (inside tackles) as well as edge rushers Montez Sweat and Chase Young. “This year will be pivotal for those guys,” in determining who gets extended. - So, you want to trade for and then extend a veteran quarterback? - Corry believes Derek Carr could obtain as much as $35-40 million (per year) in his next deal. Deshaun Watson is under contract to make an average of $34 million the next four seasons. 2023 is the contract year for Russell Wilson and Corry believes he could get to $50 million a year. Jimmy Garoppolo earns $27 million now, so in his next contract, he could be earning $32-35 million. - SMH. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An

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Feb 24, 2022

Extending Terry McLaurin, Daron Payne a priority for the Commanders says Rivera / The Washington Commanders are in pursuit of

Extending Terry McLaurin, Daron Payne a priority for the Commanders says Rivera / The Washington Commanders are in pursuit of a quarterback. Whether it’s via trade, free agency, or the 2022 NFL draft, Washington will have a new passer under center next season. - While a quarterback is Washington’s top priority — as it should be — there are still plenty of other items left on the offseason to-do list. One of those things is for the Commanders to keep some of its young players around beyond their first contract. - Wide receiver Terry McLaurin is eligible for a contract extension. A third-round pick in 2019, McLaurin has proven to be one of the best wide receivers in the NFL and is a priority for head coach Ron Rivera and the Commanders. Most impressive are the numbers McLaurin has put up despite playing with multiple quarterbacks in each season of his young career. - The fourth-year wideout has gone over 1,000 yards in each of the last two seasons. - Another player who Washington could look to lock up for the foreseeable future is defensive tackle Daron Payne. Payne is entering year five and is playing on the fifth-year option in 2022. - Head coach Ron Rivera spoke to Ben Standig of The Athletic recently and made it clear he hopes to keep those two around. - “We have a tremendous amount of interest in making sure these guys are with us going forward,” Rivera said. - Rivera did note that a deal with either player wasn’t close, but he hopes to open dialogue at the NFL combine, which begins on March 1. - Washington would love to extend Payne, but after signing Jonathan Allen to a lucrative four-year extension last summer, keeping him may be difficult. Washington must consider defensive ends Montez Sweat and Chase Young and their potential contracts in the next two years. - Can Washington afford to hand out big contracts to four defensive linemen? Not likely. If Sweat and Young progress into the players most believe they will be, you pay the edge-rushers over the interior defender. - Is Payne a good player? Yes, of course. But Washington could possibly include Payne in a trade package this offseason and look to keep unrestricted free agent Tim Settle around. Don’t be surprised if the Commanders also draft an interior defensive lineman in the middle rounds of April’s draft for depth. - It will be interesting to follow which Washington players sign extensions this offseason. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has

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Feb 24, 2022

3 potential salary cap moves that could free up more room for the Commanders / The Washington Commanders enter 2022

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Feb 23, 2022

HC Ron Rivera: Commanders 'have a lot to offer' a franchise QB / Rivera compared Washington's current situation to what

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Feb 23, 2022

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Feb 23, 2022

Terry McLaurin's New Contract with Commanders Not 'Imminent,' WAS Wants to Keep WR / Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera said

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Feb 23, 2022

Commanders select Brandon Scherff's replacement in Daniel Jeremiah's new mock draft / Will the Washington Commanders have a quarterback before

Commanders select Brandon Scherff's replacement in Daniel Jeremiah's new mock draft / Will the Washington Commanders have a quarterback before the 2022 NFL draft in April? If Washington coach Ron Rivera has his way, the Commanders will have their new quarterback in place long before April’s draft. - Early mock drafts understand Washington’s massive need at quarterback. Since the 2021 NFL season ended, almost every mock draft has Washington taking a quarterback at No. 11 overall, whether it’s Kenny Pickett, Matt Corral, Malik Willis, or Desmond Ridder. - Mocking quarterbacks to Washington is understandable. It’s doubtful the team will land a preferred top target such as Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, or Deshaun Watson, so using a draft choice on a quarterback is possible. - Daniel Jeremiah of the NFL Network is one of the premier draft analysts in the business. He’s not high on the 2022 class of quarterbacks, at least as high first-round picks. Jeremiah likes the passers but sees a big difference compared to last year. - Jeremiah released his second mock draft of the season Tuesday and didn’t choose a quarterback for the Commanders. Instead, Jeremiah gives Washington an offensive lineman. Jeremiah presumes, correctly, the Commanders will lose Pro Bowl guard Brandon Scherff in free agency. - The pick: Texas A&M guard Kenyon Green. - The Commanders could lose Brandon Scherff in free agency and Green would be a plug-and-play replacement. - Let’s take the quarterback out of the equation and focus solely on the pick. Green is a 6-foot-4, 325-pound guard who has the versatility to play multiple positions. He started games at four different positions for the Aggies in 2021. Green projects as a guard in the NFL and a high-level one. He is powerful and athletic, giving the Commanders a natural replacement for Scherff, who did so much in the run game. - While all eyes will be on Washington’s quarterback position, some outcomes could lead the Commanders to take another position in round one. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 23, 2022

Washington fans demand the Commanders to draft a QB / “Just draft a quarterback.” - Say so many on Twitter.

Washington fans demand the Commanders to draft a QB / “Just draft a quarterback.” - Say so many on Twitter. Washington is slated to draft in the No. 11 position in the 2022 NFL draft, on April 28. So the fans, excitedly demand the Commanders to draft a quarterback. - However, are you sure it is that simple? - Sometimes you have to wonder, what type of memory do these fans have of the NFL draft? How well do they recall recent drafts of quarterbacks? Most years there are quarterbacks overvalued, drafted too early who later fall flat on their faces. - Secondly, one class of quarterbacks does not equal another draft class of quarterbacks. Even more, frankly, sometimes one class should not even be compared with another class. The old saying, “That’s apples to oranges,” comes to mind. - As recently as last year’s 2021 NFL draft saw five quarterbacks drafted in the first round (Trevor Lawrence, Zach Wilson, Trey Lance, Justin Fields and Mac Jones). Draft analysts have consistently informed their listeners/readers that this year’s quarterback class does not possess a single passer that would have been in last year’s top five. - “Just draft a quarterback!” - The 2012 class contained quarterbacks who had some real success. Russell Wilson (37,059 yards), Kirk Cousins (32,593 yards), Ryan Tannehill (30,729 yards), Andrew Luck (23,671 yards in only 6 seasons). Even Nick Foles started in the playoffs, winning a Super Bowl. - The 2013 quarterback class? - Its top passers became Mike Glennon (7,025 yards), Geno Smith (6,917 yards), EJ Manuel (3,767 yards), Matt Barkey (2,699 yards) and Landry Jones (1,310 yards). - “Just draft a quarterback!” Oh, if life was that simple. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 23, 2022

Washington makes it official, changing crest to accurately reflect championship seasons / The Washington Commanders seemingly can’t do anything right

Washington makes it official, changing crest to accurately reflect championship seasons / The Washington Commanders seemingly can’t do anything right lately. First, there are the never-ending investigations into owner Daniel Snyder and the club’s ugly past. Then, you have the rebranding, which didn’t go over too well with the majority of fans. - In Washington’s defense, no name — at least initially — would appease the entire fan base. We are in 2022, where everyone likes to complain on social media. The key for the franchise was to crush the uniforms and logo. - Reviews were mixed on Washington’s uniforms, while many fans liked Washington’s crest logo that featured each of the franchise’s championship seasons. However, there was a glaring issue. On the crest, Washington chose the year when the franchise won the Super Bowl as the date instead of the actual season in which the team won the championship. - Fans complained. Team president Jason Wright spoke of why the team initially designed the crest, citing the actual NFL record books, but said he was open to changing things. - Wright was a man of his word, as the Commanders officially announced the change to the crest Tuesday. - - We heard you loud and clear - Going forward, our crest will reflect our Super Bowl victories using the year from that regular season pic.twitter.com/irndw0DyaK - — Washington Commanders (@Commanders) February 22, 2022 - - - This was expected, but it was nice to see Washington right the wrong quickly. - The Commanders took a lot of heat on this one. Some of it fair, some perhaps not. The organization often cannot get out of its own way, but some hold every past decision against the new regime. In this instance, the fans were right. Wright has made it clear he will listen to the fans. This time, he listened to the fans and acted swiftly and appropriately. - For Washington to escape some of this negativity, it needs to win consistently. Sooner rather than later, preferably. There’s also the ownership issue, but that’s another story. - The organization took a positive step on Tuesday, and everyone should commend it. Now, the Commanders should do right by those fans who ordered the sweatshirts with the crest promised but received a sweatshirt without the crest. The team has been in a giving mood recently, so why not attempt to make those fans happy who ordered something they did not receive — at $75 apiece. - - Hmmm… what I purchased vs what arrived… are @Nike and the @Commanders listening to fans about the messy crest issue? @HogsHaven pic.twitter.com/iBoyGiQzkF - — Kenneth (@terp11) February 11, 2022 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - -

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Feb 23, 2022

Reviewing Washington's complicated franchise tag history / Washington's history with the franchise tag isn't a good one.

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Feb 22, 2022

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Feb 22, 2022

Don't expect the Commanders to use the franchise tag in 2022 / The window to franchise tag players opens at

Don't expect the Commanders to use the franchise tag in 2022 / The window to franchise tag players opens at 4:00 p.m. ET Tuesday. Unlike the past two years, don’t expect any action from the Washington Commanders. - Washington tagged Pro Bowl right guard Brandon Scherff in each of the past two years with the hopes of reaching a long-term contract extension. However, the two sides couldn’t agree to a contract despite the team’s best efforts. General manager Martin Mayhew said month the team offered Scherff a contract which would’ve made him the highest-paid guard in NFL history. - While Washington would certainly still like to keep the 30-year-old Scherff, using a third franchise tag is not an option. Yes, the Commanders could afford the cap hit of over $25 million it would cost to tag Scherff for a third consecutive year, but the team will let the guard hit free agency, and the expectation is he’s played his last down in Washington. - A long-term deal made sense for Scherff in the last two years. However, Scherff will be 31 in 2022 and hasn’t played every game in a season since 2016. He missed six games in 2021. Yes, Scherff is a fantastic player, but he’s already injury-prone and combined with his age and contract demands, which is not ideal for the Commanders. - Scherff earned $15 and $18 million on the last two franchise tags. For a third tag, which is extremely rare as it’s cost-prohibitive, the team must pay the player 120% of the player’s previous salary. - Washington has no other contenders for the franchise tag. Running back J.D. McKissic and safety Bobby McCain are free agents the team would prefer to keep, but they are not receiving the franchise tag. - The franchise tag hasn’t been good to Washington over the last several years as Scherff and Kirk Cousins saw two franchise tags. Cousins left after the 2017 season. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 22, 2022

NFL Rumors: Commanders Expected to Show Interest in 'Big-Ticket' QB Market / The Washington Commanders reportedly want to begin their

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Feb 22, 2022

Who was Washington's most improved player in 2021? / Who was Washington's most improved player in 2021?

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Feb 22, 2022

Washington's forgotten No. 77 Bill Brundige / Hearing of Charley Taylor’s death, Saturday reminded me of another former Washington player, whose

Washington's forgotten No. 77 Bill Brundige / Hearing of Charley Taylor’s death, Saturday reminded me of another former Washington player, whose last season was also 1977. - Bill Brundige had been drafted by Washington (1970) in the second round (43rd overall) out of Colorado, where he was an All-American. - Brundige was a 6-foot-5 270 pound defensive tackle who rushed the passer well. In his 107 games, all with Washington, he totaled 49.5 sacks. - Brundige started on the 1972 NFC Champions, who defeated Green Bay 16-3 at RFK and then Dallas (26-3) in the NFC Championship at RFK. He started in Super Bowl VII two weeks later against the 16-0 Miami Dolphins. - The Redskins’ offense was being shut out as Washington trailed 14-0 when Miami lined up for a 42-yard field goal attempt that could put Miami ahead 17-0, locking up a perfect 17-0 season record. It seemed to be destiny. - The snap was good to backup QB Earl Morrall, the placement was good, and the left-footed Dolphin kicker Garo Yepremian booted the ball. - But Bill Brundige, No.77, was still playing hard. Lined up over the center, he executed a swim move over the right shoulder of the long snapper, made good penetration, got his left arm up, blocking the kick. The ball bounced to his right, Yepremian grabbed the ball, and rolling a few steps further to his right, Brundidge approached closer. - Yepremian attempted a pass, but the ball slipped out of his right hand, and then he inexplicably batted it up again, and cornerback Mike Bass caught it in the air. Brundidge instinctively turned and pancaked Morrall, and Bass easily out-raced Yepremian down the left sideline to the end zone, suddenly narrowing the score to 14-7. - Miami held on for the 14-7 win, finishing 17-0. Yepremian sealed his place in NFL Super Bowl highlights for years to come, and it is the forgotten Brundige who made three good efforts on the play. - - Bill played in an era when offenses did not pass as much, and his 49.5 sacks came playing inside at defensive tackle. His career was cut short when he badly injured his foot against Buffalo in his eighth season, took a shot to play the following week against St Louis, re-injured the foot, and retired after the season. - 13.0 sacks are credited to Brundige for the 1973 season when Washington was 10-4, and the fourth seed in the playoffs where they lost at Minnesota 27-20. The Vikings lost to Miami in Super Bowl VIII. - Brundige was later a general manager of Ford Dealerships in Winchester and Front Royal, VA. In 2002, Brundige was deservedly voted to the top 70 Washington Redskins in franchise history. - At age 70, on Dec. 28, 2018, in Knoxville, TN, Bill Brundige passed from this world, losing his battle with cancer. - - - - - - - - - -

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Feb 22, 2022

Which quarterback does CBS give the Commanders in new mock draft? / Washington gets the first quarterback in this new

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Feb 22, 2022

What does 'Commanders' survey reveal? / Change is difficult. - A Washington Post survey reveals that only 5% of Washington

What does 'Commanders' survey reveal? / Change is difficult. - A Washington Post survey reveals that only 5% of Washington fans “love” the franchise’s major change announced 2-2-22 when Doug Williams declared, “We are the Commanders.” - - Results of new D.C. poll on the Commanders name and discussions about a new stadium, with local insight from @kevinsheehanDC, @granthpaulsen, @funnydanny and @GlassJoeJP https://t.co/o4mQVmoUHw - — Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) February 21, 2022 - - - The survey further revealed that 36 of Washington fans said they “like” the new name “Commanders”, 32% “dislike” it and 17% profess to “hate” the new name. - I commend the WP that there were four choices available in the survey and not merely two or three. Whenever you see surveys, always remember that four choices reveal some nuance and also provide a fuller picture. Whereas a two-choice survey is simplistic and serves only to lead to extremes and polarization. - Now, I have to admit, when Williams announced, “We are the Commanders,” I sat there silent. I was not thrilled. Oh, I didn’t hate it, and I don’t hate it now, but by no means was I excited, nor am I now. - But you see, I go way back. My first Washington football memories are the 1969 Redskins of Sonny Jurgensen, Charley Taylor, Larry Brown, Sam Huff, Chris Hanburger and coach Vince Lombardi. - So understand, for fans going back decades when the Redskins were consistent winners under Joe Gibbs (1981-92) and George Allen (1971-77), it is naturally going to take us longer to adjust, because we have so many good memories of the Washington Redskins. - However, those fans age 35 and younger, have no Super Bowl memories. They have very few winning seasons, and vastly the majority of their memories are neither fun nor special. Therefore, they crave a winning franchise, the elimination of the “Redskins” name, is not necessarily for them a loss, and I understand. - Oh, no doubt, the survey will be milked as an opportunity to be extremely negative, emphasizing only 5% “love” the new name. However, did you notice, it also reveals that it has only been 20 days, and 36% already “like” it? - At least there will be no more mocking of this NFL franchise being the only one of 32 without a real name, as we endured the last two seasons. - Change is inevitable in life, and it ALWAYS initially brings some level of discomfort. - But if the team wins more games next season, don’t you know that more fans will “like” and “love” the name, and less fans will “dislike” and “hate” the name? - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? -

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Feb 21, 2022

Washington gets crest correct on 3rd attempt / Washington Commanders’ leadership apparently is now going to finally get their new

Washington gets crest correct on 3rd attempt / Washington Commanders’ leadership apparently is now going to finally get their new crest correct on their third attempt. - Perhaps “the third time will be the charm.” So goes the old saying when one has failed at something twice and is about to make a third attempt at the given task. - Feb. 2, Washington unveiled its new name (Commanders), uniform, logo and crest. While the name, uniform and logo all received both positive and negative reviews, the crest was nearly unanimously criticized by fans, writers and radio hosts old enough to know the significance of the issue. - The crest originally declared the Super Bowl calendar years in which Washington won the championships. However, as we said immediately on February 2, it only served to cause confusion. - Kevin Sheehan attempted to persuade Washington team president Jason Wright, however, Wright weaved and dazzled his way attempting to project that he was aware of something that Sheehan was not. - Sheehan would have none of it, and correctly reminded Wright that Washington head coach Ron Rivera was part of the 1985 Bears not the 1986 Bears and that Washington had been crowned the NFL champions of the 1982, 1987 and 1991 NFL seasons. - A couple of weeks later, the Commanders presented their second crest proclaiming Washington had won Super Bowls XVII, XXII, and XXVI. The NFL responded in the negative, stating they own the copyright to roman numerals when used in conjunction with the NFL Super Bowls. - - Love this idea for the #WashingtonCommanders crest. Fans are looking for things to poke fun at and nit pick. This would hopefully appease some of them and it makes sense. #TakeCommand https://t.co/qrq8386avp - — Tailgate Ted (@TailgateTed) February 3, 2022 - - - But finally, in this third attempt, it appears Washington has finally done the right thing presenting their crest with the correct seasons Washington was NFL champions (1982, 1987, 1991). - - More changes for this franchise with the crest than at quarterback. This is a good one, though, if the final answer. https://t.co/HcymqEEJ3W - — Ben Standig (@BenStandig) February 20, 2022 - - - Isn’t this actually a reminder to all of us, that we would learn much quicker from our mistakes if we didn’t waste so much time defending them? - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - -

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Feb 21, 2022

Russell Wilson to Washington talk raises questions / Former NFL quarterback likes Russell Wilson to Washington.

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Feb 21, 2022

Should the Commanders seek a trade for Kyler Murray? / One year ago, it was unthinkable that Arizona Cardinals quarterback

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Feb 20, 2022

GALLERY: The top photos from Washington legend Charley Taylor's NFL career / The Washington Commanders lost one of the greatest

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Feb 20, 2022

Commanders, Pro Football Hall of Fame, others remember Charley Taylor / Saturday was a tough day for longtime fans of

Commanders, Pro Football Hall of Fame, others remember Charley Taylor / Saturday was a tough day for longtime fans of the Washington Commanders as Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Charley Taylor died at age 80. - A 13-year NFL veteran — all with Washington — Taylor was arguably the NFL’s top wide receiver during his playing days (1964-75, 1977), retiring as the NFL’s all-time leader in receptions (649). While Taylor’s record has since been surpassed many times over, his numbers were incredible considering the era in which he played. NFL offenses didn’t employ the “run and shoot” and “Air Raid” in Taylor’s era. - After his outstanding career ended, Taylor went into coaching, joining Joe Gibbs’ first coaching staff in Washington. Taylor would remain on Washington’s coaching staff throughout Gibbs’ 12 seasons as head coach and Richie Petitbon’s lone season as head coach in 1993. - Taylor remained a part of the Washington community after leaving the organization officially after the 1993 season. - Charley Taylor wasn’t just one of the greatest Washington players ever; he was an NFL legend and also, more importantly, a terrific human being. - After his death Saturday, the Commanders, the Pro Football Hall of Fame and others remembered Taylor. - - We lost a legend - RIP Charley Taylor - — Washington Commanders (@Commanders) February 19, 2022 - - - - I keep a photo of Charley Taylor at RFK in my office to remind me that a player, especially in this franchise, can transcend the field and become an icon in the community. His achievements on the field and his character off it set a standard of excellence for us to pursue. RIP. https://t.co/R5eHK906F3 - — Jason Wright (@whoisjwright) February 20, 2022 - - - - Pro Football Hall of Famer Charley Taylor passed away Saturday at the age of 80, according to the @Commanders, the franchise where he had spent the entirety of his 14-year playing career (1964-1977) in the National Football League.#HOFForever pic.twitter.com/fxpfbjcRx5 - — Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) February 20, 2022 - - - - RIP Charley Taylor. Was a member of each of the five #Redskins teams that made a Super Bowl as either a player or a coach. Is the franchise’s all-time leader in regular-season touchdowns at 90. A true legend. pic.twitter.com/1gQ5ekdyis - — Al Galdi (@AlGaldi) February 19, 2022 - - - - Statement from the @ProFootballHOF on Charley Taylor: pic.twitter.com/bVLIZl27L8 - — Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) February 20, 2022 - - - - - My condolences to Charley Taylor’s family. An all around receiver. Much respect. - — Harold Carmichael (@lookitin) February 20, 2022 - - - - RIP #42. His most memorable catch. https://t.co/DEMH1U65oJ via @YouTube - — Kevin Sheehan (@kevinsheehanDC) February 20, 2022 - - - - - - - - -

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Feb 20, 2022

Remembering Charley Taylor (1941-2022) / Washington Wire remembers the legendary Charley Taylor.

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Feb 19, 2022

Washington great Charley Taylor dies / Pro Hall of Famer and Washington Redskins great Charley Taylor has died at the

Washington great Charley Taylor dies / Pro Hall of Famer and Washington Redskins great Charley Taylor has died at the age of 80 (1941-2022). - Taylor spent his entire 14-year career with Washington (1964-1977), drafted in the first round (3rd overall) of the 1964 NFL draft from Arizona State. - Taylor finished his career as the all-time NFL leader in receptions (649), was first-team All-Pro in 1967, an eight-time Pro Bowler, voted to the All-1960’s team, and enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the 1984 class. - He concluded his career amassing 9,110 receiving yards and 79 touchdowns with Washington. Though Taylor never played in a 16-game regular season, he still remains second in franchise history in receptions (649) and receiving yards (9,110) and has the most receiving touchdowns (79) in Washington history. Taylor also rushed 442 times for 1,488 yards and 11 touchdowns overall. - Wearing No. 42 his entire Redskins career, Taylor was drafted as a running back and excelled out of the backfield as a receiver his first few years in Washington. During his rookie 1964 season, Taylor accumulated 1,569 yards from scrimmage (755 rushing, 814 receiving) becoming the first player in NFL history to gain 700 yards both rushing and receiving and was voted the Associated Press NFL Rookie of the Year. - The former Arizona State Sun Devil led the NFL in receptions in the 1966 and 1967 seasons. He was moved full-time to wide receiver beginning in the 1967 season. - Taylor would conclude his NFL career, serving on Joe Gibbs’ Washington Redskins coaching staff as wide receivers coach (1981-1993). - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 19, 2022

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Feb 19, 2022

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Feb 19, 2022

Who is new Washington tight ends coach Juan Castillo? / The Washington Commanders lost arguably their best assistant coach Friday

Who is new Washington tight ends coach Juan Castillo? / The Washington Commanders lost arguably their best assistant coach Friday when tight ends coach Pete Hoener announced his retirement. The longtime tight ends coach has developed some of the best tight ends in the NFL over the years and played a large part in Logan Thomas’ breakout 2020 season. - Hoener had been with Washington head coach Ron Rivera since 2011. The 2022 season will be Rivera’s first without Hoener as his tight ends coach. - In proper Rivera form, he went with someone he was familiar with as Hoener’s replacement. Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network first reported Washington was hiring veteran coach Juan Castillo as Hoener’s replacement. - - The #Commanders are hiring veteran assistant Juan Castillo as their tight ends coach, replacing the retiring Pete Hoener, source said. Castillo — who worked with Ron Rivera two decades ago in Philadelphia — most recently was Chicago’s OL coach. - — Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) February 18, 2022 - - - Who is Juan Castillo? The 62-year-old Castillo worked with Rivera on Andy Reid’s staff with the Philadelphia Eagles from 1999-2003. Castillo was Philadelphia’s longtime offensive line coach, while Rivera was the team’s linebackers coach. - Many Washington fans will best remember Castillo as the coach who Reid named Philly’s defensive coordinator in 2011 after firing Sean McDermott. The move was strange as Castillo had been a longtime successful offensive line coach for the Eagles and had not coached defense since 1989 at Texas A&M Kingsville. Predictably, the move didn’t work, and Castillo was fired during his second season as the Eagles defensive coordinator. - Since the Eagles dismissed Castillo in Oct. 2012, he has spent time with the Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills and the Bears. At all three stops, Castillo coached the offensive line. - In studying Castillo’s history, the only time he coached tight ends at the NFL level was in 1997 with the Eagles — his first season in Philadelphia. Should Washington fans be concerned Castillo has only coached tight ends for one season in an NFL coaching career that has spanned almost 30 years? - Castillo played collegiately at Texas A&M Kingsville, then known as Texas A&I. Does that school sound familiar? It should. One of the greatest players in Washington franchise history, Darrell Green, also played at Texas A&I and was a college teammate of Castillo. - There’s no doubt Castillo is a respected NFL coach. However, it remains to be seen if he will be the right choice to replace Hoener. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in

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Feb 19, 2022

Hall of Famer Gil Brandt makes case for Commanders to keep Brandon Scherff / The Washington Commanders have placed the

Hall of Famer Gil Brandt makes case for Commanders to keep Brandon Scherff / The Washington Commanders have placed the franchise tag on right guard Brandon Scherff for the past two seasons. There will not be a third tag in Scherff’s future, and the prevailing thought is the Pro Bowl offensive lineman has played his last snap in Washington. - Washington’s upcoming decision on Scherff is not about his talent or character. Head coach Ron Rivera loves Scherff as a player and leader. He knows what Scherff brings to the table in the locker room and on the field. But after trying for two consecutive seasons to reach a long-term deal with Scherff, Washington appears ready to move on from the 2015 first-round draft pick. - Scherff earned $18 million on his second franchise tag in 2021. That means Scherff and his agent will be looking for a long-term deal with an average annual value of at least $18 million. That’s a lot of money for a player who hasn’t played an entire season since 2016 and missed six games in 2021. Also, Scherff will turn 31 next season. - Then, you realize the Commanders lost all six games Scherff missed last season. Sure, Scherff’s absence isn’t the only reason Washington lost those games, but it did play a part. Scherff’s ability at guard opens up Washington’s offense because of his ability to move. - Pro Football Hall of Famer Gil Brandt believes the Commanders must do whatever it takes to retain Scherff this offseason. Brandt, who is now an analyst for NFL.com, made the Hall of Fame due to his 28-year run in Dallas’ front office. - Scherff missed significant time for the fourth straight season, losing several games to a knee injury in 2021. Having been franchise tagged two seasons in a row, he’ll also surely be aiming to secure a hefty paycheck. But the Commanders are projected to have cap space, and he was still their eighth-best offensive player last season, according to his PFF grade, and would make life easier on whomever ends up playing QB. - Everything Brandt said is valid. Ideally, the Commanders would retain Scherff. In a perfect world, the two sides would have agreed to a long-term deal in either of the past two years. Now, it appears too late. - This has played out much like the Kirk Cousins’ situation. Does the player even want to be here? According to Washington general manager Martin Mayhew, the team offered Scherff a deal last offseason that would’ve made him the highest-paid guard in NFL history. - Sometimes, it’s just not up to the team. And at this point, how wise would it be for the Commanders to give Scherff that type of contract with his age and injury history? - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up

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Feb 19, 2022

Landon Collins listed as a big name who should be traded this offseason / Last summer, there was no question

Landon Collins listed as a big name who should be traded this offseason / Last summer, there was no question the 2021 season would be Landon Collins’ last in Washington. Coming off an Achilles’ injury, Collins was due to count almost $17 million against Washington’s salary cap. More importantly, it was his final season of guaranteed money on the six-year deal he signed in 2019. - Washington fans couldn’t wait to get rid of Collins early in the season. Playing his traditional position of safety, Collins struggled badly in coverage. Finally, around the Week 5 or Week 6 mark, head coach Ron Rivera and his staff approached Collins about tweaking his role, playing more of a linebacker role closer to the line of scrimmage. The change would allow Collins to play to his strengths while limiting his coverage time. - Collins accepted the role, and suddenly, he was playing much better, and so was Washington’s defense. - Outside of defensive tackle Jonathan Allen, Collins was arguably Washington’s second-best defensive player in the second half of 2021. - Now, the Commanders face a big decision with Collins. Do they cut him and save around $6.5 million in cap space, or keep him at his current cap number of $11.5 million? - Collins’ situation led Adam Rank of NFL.com to suggest him as one of five big names who should be traded this offseason. - The market might be pretty tepid right now for the three-time Pro Bowler, considering teams could just wait a minute and see if Washington outright releases him (which wouldn’t be too surprising). Collins was terrible for most of last season before coordinator Jack Del Rio moved him to a hybrid linebacker position that allowed him to play closer to the line of scrimmage. The 28-year-old has missed games due to injury in each of the last two seasons, but he could provide a boost to a defense in need of talent and experience. - Rank nailed it in his first sentence. I don’t think there will be a market for Collins through a trade. Now, if Washington released him, he’d have options as he wouldn’t be tied to his current contract. - But if you’re Rivera, why not approach the veteran defender about a contract restructure? Collins will not see another contract like he signed with Washington in 2019. He is coming off his best season in years and seems like he likes being in D.C. - If Collins is unwilling to restructure his deal, then you can see the team wanting to move on from him. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in

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Feb 19, 2022

Jay Gruden not sure Trubisky would be an upgrade for Commanders / Former Washington head coach Jay Gruden was a

Jay Gruden not sure Trubisky would be an upgrade for Commanders / Former Washington head coach Jay Gruden was a guest Friday on the “Kevin Sheehan Show” podcast. - Sheehan asked, “How should Washington approach QB this off season?” - Gruden said they are going to have to pay a hefty price and it will rub some people wrong. But if they are going to improve at that position, then they are going to have to do it. He thought Matthew Stafford illustrated this in how the Rams gave up first-round selections and their starter Jared Goff, obtaining Stafford. - Sheehan asked if Washington had been able to obtain Stafford, how much better would they have been in 2021? Gruden said it is all speculating, but he felt they would have been significantly better. Gruden pointed to Stafford’s arm talent and toughness as his two greatest attributes. - Gruden said Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson have both meant the world to their respective franchises and he does not (at this point) see either of them being traded in this offseason. He feels Rodgers is the most talented in arm talent he has seen in his years coaching. - Regarding Deshaun Watson, Gruden was quick to say he has no idea regarding Watson’s legal status and what lies ahead, but if only evaluating Watson’s football, he would pursue Watson. - He conceded he does not understand what is going on with Kyler Murray and the Cardinals. “This is a business, and at the end of the day some quarterbacks make it harder to keep them than others.” He likes his talent and feels the Cardinals will do what they can to keep him. - Jimmy Garoppolo is a guy Gruden thinks “the building will be split on. He can be a good player, but to sell the farm for him is a tough pill to swallow.” Gruden warned that he knows when teams are attempting to trade for a QB, they can get panicked (and give up too much). - As for Mitchell Trubisky, Gruden felt like that would result in a competitive situation between Trubisky and Taylor Heinicke and that Trubisky, if signed, would not be told, he is the starter. Gruden said Heinicke did some decent things for a guy who had not played a whole lot. He said Trubisky in his opportunities has not proven he would be an upgrade over Heinicke. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - -

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Feb 19, 2022

NFL investigating Washington and Dallas? / Pro Football Talk hosts Mike Florio and Charean Williams addressed the new Dallas Cowboys

NFL investigating Washington and Dallas? / Pro Football Talk hosts Mike Florio and Charean Williams addressed the new Dallas Cowboys scandal involving several Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders being paid $2.4 million by the Cowboys because recently retired senior team executive Richard Dalrymple reportedly snuck into a cheerleaders locker room, recording them while they changed clothes. - Each received $399,523.27 after the incident. Interestingly, Dalrymple strangely continued in his role with the Cowboys, for nearly six years after the settlement. - Even more, when the Cowboys live-streamed some of the scenes in their “war room” during the 2015 NFL Draft, a lifelong Cowboys fan claimed to have seen Dalrymple take an “upskirt” photo of Charlotte Jones Anderson, a senior vice president and most importantly, daughter of Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. - Dalrymple was accused of using his security key card, entering the cheerleaders’ locked dressing room, hiding behind a partial wall, extending his iPhone toward the cheerleaders while they as a group were changing their attire. - - Florio expressed he was informed by NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy that the NFL is declining comment “because this is a club matter.” Florio stated, “It makes no sense to just shrug this off as a club matter. The entire Washington Commanders scandal is a club matter.” - Florio exposed the contradiction in the NFL stipulating Washington could not investigate itself and demanded the NFL not permit “Dallas to investigate itself either, because they may be inclined to cover it up completely… The personal conduct policy stipulates these things are to be reported so the league can take action… How in the hell is the NFL getting away with not investigating this?” - Charean Williams: “I sort of take offense with Dallas actually saying there was no wrongdoing… He said he was going to the bathroom. There are bathrooms in the Cowboys locker room before you even get to the Cheerleaders locker room… “ - Florio: “One of the reasons they paid the money and one of the reasons they found there was no wrong-doing, they don’t want anyone to start asking questions… The NFL saw what happened with the Washington Commanders and so let’s not go stirring up a pot that may eventually explode in our faces, like the Washington Commanders situation has done.” - Florio would like the Congressional committee to add this incident to their Washington Commanders report because it is also sexual misconduct in the workplace of an NFL franchise. - Florio: “Congress, do your thing. You are already in the neighborhood. You are already on the front porch of Daniel Snyder. Just walk next door and gently rap on Jerry Jones’ door. I know he is not going to like it, and I am not saying he is involved. But he is responsible for everything that happens in his house.” - Williams: “There does need to be an independent investigation… there may be more out there, who knows what this executive knows, or is going to say in the

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Feb 18, 2022

Commanders release statement on NFL investigation / The NFL made a big move in its investigation into the latest allegations

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Feb 18, 2022

Report: Mary Jo White's Investigation of Dan Snyder, Commanders to Be Made Public / The results of former U.S. attorney

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Feb 18, 2022

Washington tight ends coach Pete Hoener retires / The Washington Commanders lost one of their top assistant coaches when veteran

Washington tight ends coach Pete Hoener retires / The Washington Commanders lost one of their top assistant coaches when veteran tight ends coach Pete Hoener officially retired Friday. - Hoener, who came to Washington in 2020 with head coach Ron Rivera, ends a 46-year coaching career that featured stops with the 49ers, Bears, Cardinals and Panthers in the NFL before his time in Washington. The 70-year-old Hoener also spent several years coaching college football with stops at Texas A&M, Iowa State, TCU, Purdue, Illinois, Indiana State, Illinois State and Missouri. His NFL coaching career began in 1985. - Hoener was instrumental in the development of Vernon Davis, Greg Olsen and the breakout of Logan Thomas. Under Hoener, Olsen became one of the NFL’s best tight ends during his nine-year run with the Panthers. - - Tight ends coach Pete Hoener has retired. - Thank you for everything, Coach Hoener - — Washington Commanders (@Commanders) February 18, 2022 - - - Olsen spoke of Hoener’s influence in 2019 to the Charlotte Observer, via Zach Selby of commanders.com: - “He’s been unbelievable for my development,” Olsen said. “He believed in me, gave me a chance. I was kind of on the fence about whether I was gonna be that next breakout guy or if I was gonna be another first-round ‘bust,’ so to speak. Obviously, my career took off to another level since I’ve gotten here, and Pete was a big part of that.” - Thomas has also been complimentary of Hoener and his role in the former quarterback’s development at tight end. Thomas had a career year for Washington in 2020 and signed a three-year contract extension last summer. - The 2022 season will be the first for Rivera as a head coach without Hoener on the sideline. - The Commanders acted quickly in hiring Hoener’s replacement, as Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network reported the team was hiring veteran coach Juan Castillo as their next tight ends coach. - We’ll have more on Castillo tomorrow. - - The #Commanders are hiring veteran assistant Juan Castillo as their tight ends coach, replacing the retiring Pete Hoener, source said. Castillo — who worked with Ron Rivera two decades ago in Philadelphia — most recently was Chicago’s OL coach. - — Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) February 18, 2022 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks

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Feb 18, 2022

NFL hires Mary Jo White to investigate new allegations against Washington owner Daniel Snyder / The big takeaway — there

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Feb 18, 2022

Commanders willing to trade anyone to upgrade at QB? / The Washington Commanders have been open about the fact that

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Feb 18, 2022

Where did Taylor Heinicke land on NFL.com's QB rankings for 2021? / Three quarterbacks started at least one game for

Where did Taylor Heinicke land on NFL.com's QB rankings for 2021? / Three quarterbacks started at least one game for the Washington Commanders in 2021. Ryan Fitzpatrick was signed last March to be Washington’s starter for the 2021 season, but he was injured and lost for the year after only six passes. - That led to Taylor Heinicke taking over under center. After his performance in Washington’s playoff loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Jan. 2021, some in the organization felt he was the better option in training camp. - Heinicke would end up starting 15 games for the Commanders in 2021. Last season, the other starting quarterback for Washington was an unlikely one in veteran Garrett Gilbert. Gilbert was just two days before Washington was scheduled to play Philadelphia after Heinicke and Kyle Allen were both placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list. - This week, Gregg Rosenthal of NFL.com did his final quarterback index of the 2021 season, ranking every quarterback who started at least one game last season. - Heinicke came in at No. 27: - Heinicke probably won’t get another season with 15 starts. Then again, I never would have guessed Heinicke’s spiritual father, Ryan Fitzpatrick, would have three seasons as a primary starter after turning 33. Like Fitzpatrick, Heinicke’s self-belief creates a lot of big plays for both his team and the opposition. - Heinicke played well at times in 2021, but his limitations are often on display. The good news for Heinicke is that he’s proven to be a capable backup in the NFL. There’s nothing wrong with being a backup NFL passer. Ask Chase Daniel. Heinicke can win games for you off the bench, which some other backups cannot do. - Gilbert earned a ranking for his one start — ahead of Fitzpatrick at No. 56. - For the second straight year, Gilbert looked better than expected in an emergency start that he had little chance of winning. - Fitzpatrick, who completed three of six passes for 13 yards, came in at No. 59. - Fitzpatrick suffered a life-changing hip injury after throwing just six passes in Washington. It’s a huge bummer if his otherwise joyous career ends this way, although it hasn’t changed him too much. Nine teams and 17 seasons after breaking in as a seventh-round pick under Mike Martz in St. Louis, Fitzmagic left a legacy unlike any other quarterback of his generation. - It’s a shame Washington fans didn’t get the full Fitzpatrick experience in 2021. Hopefully, the hip injury doesn’t end Fitzpatrick’s career, and he has a chance to at least return as a backup for someone in 2022. - In case you were wondering, the legendary Tom Brady was ranked No. 1 on the 2021 QB index. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - -

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Feb 18, 2022

Is Washington wanting to trade for Deshaun Watson? / On their 106.7 The Fan Show, “BMitch and Finlay,” J P

Is Washington wanting to trade for Deshaun Watson? / On their 106.7 The Fan Show, “BMitch and Finlay,” J P Finlay and Brian Mitchell Thursday discussed Deshaun Watson and his possibility to be traded during this 2022 NFL offseason. - Listeners were reminded that Watson has control of a “no-trade clause” in his contract. Thus, Watson would wave the no-trade clause to go to one of the places, he desires to go play. - When Finlay brought up Seattle having cap space, Mitchell responded questioning why Seattle would want to trade a QB with no major problems, for a QB that may have some problems. Finlay rebounded, saying Watson is 10 years younger and may be cleaning up his problems. - Mitchell went as far as to say Seattle would be dumb to make this happen. - “Certainly, echoed Finlay. “What I am saying is Watson to Seattle, Russell Wilson to Washington, and the Commanders send three first round choices and Payne (Daron) to Houston.” - Mitchell said for now he can’t see a top-notch QB thinking this is a great destination. Finlay said it was all hypothetical, to which Mitchell responded he wanted to deal in reality. - Both then agreed the home run may not come, to which Mitchell said he is tired of Washington getting only singles or a strikeout at QB. - Apparently, ESPN had made a comment to which the two referred saying that for now, teams willing to work to trade for Watson were Tampa Bay and Minnesota. - USA TODAY’s Josina Anderson later debunked that ESPN report. - - I spoke with Deshaun Watson’s agent. He says there's no truth that Watson is eyeing the Bucs, Vikings or any teams ahead of free agency. “We haven’t had any talks among ourselves or with teams about possible destinations as we are focused on clearing Deshaun’s name at this time.” - — IG: JosinaAnderson (@JosinaAnderson) February 17, 2022 - - - Tampa Bay certainly has a big hole at QB with the retirement of Tom Brady. The Vikings have Kirk Cousins but are they actually going to want to pay Cousins all that money ($45 million)? - Why would Houston bring in Kirk Cousins when they already like Davis Mills, a young former third-round pick? - The Vikings are already over the cap for next year, so there will be releases of some players, and bringing the Watson contract might necessitate even more releases. - Certainly with the AFC already possessing several good, young quarterbacks, one would think if Houston deals Watson, he would be dealt to an NFC team. We should know soon if Washington makes a play for Watson. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like

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Feb 18, 2022

ESPN projects what could be a busy offseason of quarterback movement / Will Aaron Rodgers be traded or return to

ESPN projects what could be a busy offseason of quarterback movement / Will Aaron Rodgers be traded or return to Green Bay? Will Russell Wilson leave Seattle? What happens with Deshaun Watson? - These are among the top questions as we have officially entered the 2022 NFL offseason. ESPN dove into the future of eight quarterbacks with questions surrounding them in what could be an unprecedented season of veteran quarterback movement. - Dan Graziano, Jeremy Fowler, and the reporters who cover each of the eight teams who feature quarterbacks on this list discuss the offseason ahead for these passers. - The veteran quarterbacks with the most significant offseason questions are Rodgers, Wilson, Watson, Jimmy Garoppolo, Kirk Cousins, Baker Mayfield, Derek Carr and Carson Wentz. - As you might expect, the Washington Commanders were mentioned in this story. But fans will not like what Graziano sees for Washington. - He wrote the following, linking Garoppolo to the Commanders: - The teams I keep thinking of for Garoppolo are Carolina and Washington, both teams that have a desperate need for a QB solution but for various reasons might not be able to land one of the big guys. - This isn’t the first time Garoppolo has been linked to Washington. - The most popular name attached to the Commanders in recent weeks is Wilson. However, no one believes Seattle trades Wilson, who has two years remaining on his contract. After all, who are you going to replace him with? You can receive three first-round picks and a veteran starter, but it means nothing if you don’t have a quarterback. Wilson is one of the best in the NFL, which is why it’s doubtful he is moved. - Washington coach Ron Rivera has likely been working hard behind the scenes to assess the availability of some of these quarterbacks. While all eight of these passers would represent an upgrade for the Commanders in 2022, only Rodgers, Wilson and Watson would be worth giving up multiple first-round picks. - It should be an interesting offseason for the Commanders. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 18, 2022

Commanders among the hardest-hit NFL teams to injury in 2021 / A new study revealed Washington's tough injury luck in

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Feb 18, 2022

Samuel Gold evaluating Washington QB options / Samuel Gold, creator of “Sam’s Film Room” on YouTube, joined Al Galdi for

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Feb 17, 2022

Commanders, NFL disagree on fixing team crest with Super Bowl years / When the Washington Commanders announced their new name,

Commanders, NFL disagree on fixing team crest with Super Bowl years / When the Washington Commanders announced their new name, uniforms and logo earlier this month, it was met with criticism. Washington expected the criticism as you can’t make everyone happy. - However, one aspect the majority of fans liked was the logo with the crest displaying the years the franchise won an NFL championship and Super Bowl. There was also an issue with the crest, as it displayed the years Washington had won the Super Bowl on the crest — not the season in which the franchise won the Super Bowl. - The 1991 Washington Redskins won the Super Bowl, which means Washington was NFL champions in 1991 — not 1992 — even though the Super Bowl was played in Jan. 1992. It was an error that Washington should correct. - After the rebranding, Washington president Jason Wright spoke on the topic explaining why the team went with the year the Super Bowl was played. Wright said that’s how it’s listed in the “NFL annals.” Wright said he would listen to fan feedback on the topic and it was something the team could change. - Wright was a man of his word, as he went to the NFL to change the years on the crest to the Roman numerals of the Super Bowls Washington won, per Michael Phillips of the Richmond Times-Dispatch. However, the NFL denied the Commanders’ request. - The league didn’t mind Washington changing the crest to the correct years (1983, 1987 & 1991); however, the team could not use the Roman numerals as the NFL owns copyrights on the Super Bowl games, including the Roman numerals for each game. - Per Phillips, the Commanders will continue to work on tweaking the crest. - The criticism for Washington is warranted, but it’s only fair to credit the team for listening to the fans, something that’s not usually the case. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 17, 2022

Report: Washington Commanders, NFL in squabble over team crest / The Washington Commanders are just two weeks removed from unveiling

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Feb 17, 2022

Could Carson Wentz be an option for the Commanders in 2022? / When Carson Wentz was with the Philadelphia Eagles

Could Carson Wentz be an option for the Commanders in 2022? / When Carson Wentz was with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2017, Washington fans were discouraged after seeing Wentz shake off defenders, duck and sling the ball deep downfield for touchdowns. The Eagles had their man for the next decade, and the rest of the division was in trouble. - Now, here we are in 2022, and Wentz could be heading for his third team in three years. Inconceivable, right? - The fall of Carson Wentz from MVP finalist in 2017 to benched in 2020 — and later traded — is a strange one. Last offseason, Wentz was sent to the Indianapolis Colts for first- and third-round draft picks. - Wentz played well early in 2021, and his numbers were outstanding. He passed for 3,563 yards with 27 touchdowns and just seven interceptions. However, Wentz’s play late in the season was a significant factor in why the Colts missed the playoffs, and general manager Chris Ballard was not pleased with his quarterback. - “Sitting here today, I won’t make a comment on who’s going to be here next year and who’s not going to be here next year,” Ballard said recently via Nate Atkins of the Indianapolis Star. “That’s not fair to any player. I thought Carson did some good things, and there’s a lot of things he needs to do better. Our passing game has to be better.” - Surely, the Colts wouldn’t trade or release Wentz after a disappointing ending to a solid season. Well, chatter around the NFL leads many to believe Wentz could be on the way out. - The Washington Commanders need a quarterback, and Wentz will be affordable. Would Washington consider making a move for Wentz after likely striking out on bigger targets such as Russell Wilson? - This is a complicated question. Most everyone in Washington is gone that remembers the Wentz from 2017 and 2018. Here’s a sample of Wentz’s magic vs. Washington from that period. - - Carson Wentz… my god…. the #Redskins NEED to finish this play!!! Touchdown to Nelson Agholor. #PHIvsWAS pic.twitter.com/MadVT2Y1oJ - — Samuel Gold (@SamuelRGold) September 10, 2017 - - - Wentz isn’t that same player anymore. Yes, there are flashes, but injuries have taken a toll on Wentz, and he doesn’t appear to be as confident as a player as he was in the early years of his career, which began in 2016. - No one knows what the Colts will do at the quarterback position. As Washington fans know, it’s hard to find a capable NFL passer. Wentz is certainly a capable player who would provide an upgrade over the 2021 options. And, the Commanders will do their homework on every potential option — including Wentz. - Ultimately, I don’t see a match here. I’m still hesitant to believe the Colts will part ways with a player they traded two high picks for just one year ago. Ballard traded for Wentz because

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Feb 17, 2022

Local sponsor cuts ties with Commanders / Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder perhaps is just beginning to see another domino

Local sponsor cuts ties with Commanders / Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder perhaps is just beginning to see another domino effect in opposition to his being accused of sexual harassment two weeks ago by former Washington employee Tiffani Johnston. - Wednesday night Matthew Paras of the Washington Times broke the news report that Medliminal, a former sponsor of the Washington football franchise (now Commanders) is publicly severing its relations with the organization owned by Snyder. - A medical billing compliance company centered in Manassas, Virginia, Medliminal announced in an email they will not be renewing their sponsorship pact for this upcoming season. - Paras reported, the Boycott Dan website emailed Medliminal asking it to take action against the Commanders. Boycott Dan has voiced its disapproval of Snyder following his being accused of inappropriate behavior toward female employees. Even more, the website takes another step, requesting fans to “Tell Corporate Sponsors of the Washington Commanders: Drop Dan or We Drop You.” - Additionally, the webpage invites fans to click on a corporate sponsor (a list is provided). The website then relays readers to a drafted email that they can send the company with their name included. - The opening paragraph of the drafted email to be sent to a corporate sponsor of the Commanders reads as follows: - Dear CEO, Board Members, and Media Relations at [corporation/company], I am writing to urge you to immediately sever any and all ties with Daniel Snyder and the Washington Commanders NFL team. Mr. Snyder has engaged in inappropriate and potentially illegal activities including the sexual abuse and assault of female employees. Your [corporation’s/company’s] continued association with Mr. Snyder and the Commanders will force me, my family, and my friends to use [sponsor’s biggest competitor] [services or product] instead. - The website in describing its creators states, “We’re two longtime Commanders (and WFT, and before) fans who saw the brave women who spoke before a House committee regarding the culture of sexual harassment and assault in the organization. We decided enough was enough and that if the NFL wouldn’t hold Dan Snyder accountable, we would have to pressure Corporate America to do it for them.” - Remember #FireBruceAllen? Well, this is packing a much larger punch. How many more dominoes will fall? We don’t know, but we can be sure that Snyder’s fellow NFL owners will become aware of this site very soon. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - -

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Feb 17, 2022

Former Washington coach Jay Gruden interviews for another offensive coordinator position / Jay Gruden spent almost six full seasons as

Former Washington coach Jay Gruden interviews for another offensive coordinator position / Jay Gruden spent almost six full seasons as Washington’s head coach beginning in 2014 until he was fired five games into the 2019 season. Gruden was the rare coach under owner Daniel Snyder to sign a second contract, signifying some success. - After being fired in D.C., Gruden spent the 2020 season as the offensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars. Unfortunately for Gruden, he joined a coaching staff that was already on the hot seat, thus he lasted just one year in Jacksonville despite achieving some success with little talent. - Gruden sat out the 2021 season after auditioning for some television gigs. While Gruden didn’t work in TV this past season, he did have a weekly spot on Washington’s Team 980 where he talked about his former team and the entire NFL. - Could Gruden be back in the NFL in 2022? According to Matt Zenitz of on3, Gruden interviewed with the New Orleans Saints for their vacant offensive coordinator position under new head coach Dennis Allen Tuesday. It’s Gruden’s second interview this offseason after speaking to the Carolina Panthers about their offensive coordinator position last month. Somehow, Carolina selected Ben McAdoo over Gruden. - Sadly for Gruden, he came up short again, as the Saints chose to keep former offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael. Carmichael, who was hired by the Saints in 2006 when former head coach Sean Payton first arrived in New Orleans, has been the Saints’ OC since 2009. However, it was Payton’s offense. Now, Carmichael will call plays and have the opportunity to install his own style of offense. - - Important news for the #Saints: Pete Carmichael will stay as the offensive coordinator, source said. The team did several OC interviews, but came back to the best option being on their staff. More continuity in NO for coach Dennis Allen. - — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) February 17, 2022 - - - With most coaching vacancies filled this cycle, it looks like the former Washington coach may have to wait until 2023. It’s a shame as Gruden is an outstanding offensive mind and deserves an opportunity to lead an NFL offense again. - Meanwhile, he’s pretty good at the analysis thing. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top

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Feb 17, 2022

Todd McShay's 2.0 mock draft has Washington selecting quarterback / With Washington slated at the No 11 position, where does

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Feb 16, 2022

Cowboys paid millions to settle voyeurism allegations against team PR exec / Email - - - -

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Feb 16, 2022

What are the Commanders' odds to win Super Bowl LVII? / The 2021 NFL season is officially in the books

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Feb 16, 2022

Did any Commanders make ESPN's list of best team fits for top 50 free agents? / Is Washington a good

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Feb 16, 2022

Will Washington Reach on a Quarterback? / With Ron Rivera openly saying Washington will definitely pursue a quarterback, a question

Will Washington Reach on a Quarterback? / With Ron Rivera openly saying Washington will definitely pursue a quarterback, a question comes to mind, “Will Washington reach on a QB at No. 11?” - Thus, Washington fans are checking mock drafts and draft boards to see what quarterbacks are listed in the top 15 picks. Those old enough may perhaps still have nightmares about Washington taking Heath Shuler No. 3 in the 1994 NFL Draft. - You see, the primary issue in an NFL draft is positional value. For instance, let’s say an inside linebacker is testing off of the charts, his game film is unbelievable. - However, the positional value of an inside linebacker is much less than a quarterback. Consequently, general managers do not value an inside linebacker as highly. On the other hand, quarterbacks have accelerated up the mock drafts, though they may be ranked much lower on draft boards and top 50 lists. - A case in point this 2022 offseason is Daniel Jeremiah’s early work on the 2022 NFL Draft, and in particular the quarterback position, since Washington openly covets a new quarterback. - In Jeremiah’s top 50 prospects a quarterback does not appear until No.18 Kenny Pickett (Pittsburgh). Other quarterbacks making Jeremiah’s top 50 list are: No. 34 Matt Corral (Mississippi), No. 35 Malik Willis (Liberty) and No. 36 Sam Howell (North Carolina). - With the positional value of quarterbacks being higher than any other position, one can expect most quarterbacks to be drafted higher in the first round particularly than they are listed in just about everyone’s top 50/draft boards. - Consequently, Jeremiah has Kenny Pickett going No. 9 to Denver up nine spots. Matt Corral would thus be selected by Washington at No. 11, up 23 spots. Jeremiah has Malik Willis going to Detroit with the last pick in the first round (32). - With the 2022 NFL Draft scheduled for April 28-30, the one absolute you can rest assured of is that there will be plenty more mock drafts and draft boards leading up to the draft. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 16, 2022

Snyder purchases most expensive home, property / Daniel Snyder purchasing a new mansion in the greater Washington DC area kept

Snyder purchases most expensive home, property / Daniel Snyder purchasing a new mansion in the greater Washington DC area kept both him and Tanya in the front of DMV news Tuesday. - The Snyders (Daniel & Tanya) not only purchased a new home, what they purchased was reportedly the most expensive house in the DC area real estate history. The house along the Potomac River is said to be near George Washington’s Mount Vernon. - The house originally posted as on sale for “only” $60 million, was purchased for $48 million by the Snyders. Reportedly the home was purchased with cash. After all, why pay interest on such a mansion and why pay closing costs when you can whip out $48 million in cash? - Now age 57, it is not uncommon for many adults to scale down a bit, purchase a smaller home with less property to manage and pocket the remaining cash as profit. But who needs profits when you can simply purchase another mansion while you still own one and a yacht? - Not the Snyders. This new home is a 16.5-acre property containing a 16,000 square foot main home. That’s only the main home. There is also a guest house containing three bedrooms, three bathrooms and a separate carriage house. - The Snyders new home includes 13 total bathrooms, seven bedrooms, a gaming room with a full bar, a home gym, an indoor pool, a sauna, a steam room, and a 15-seat movie theater. - The Washington Football Team in 2021 was fined $10 million dollars by the NFL following the investigation and oral report provided by attorney Beth Wilkinson. The investigation centered on sexual harassment in the workplace conditions among male employees for the Washington Redskins. - However, the latest accusations made by Tiffani Johnston name Snyder himself as a guilty party not only as negligent in his oversight of workplace culture but also himself actively guilty of sexual harassment of Johnston. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 16, 2022

Congress threatens 'further action' if NFL doesn't comply with release of documents in Washington investigation / It was another eventful

Congress threatens 'further action' if NFL doesn't comply with release of documents in Washington investigation / It was another eventful day in the saga of the NFL and Washington owner Daniel Snyder vs. Congress. The House Committee on Oversight and Reform established a Feb. 14 deadline for the league and Washington to release all the findings from Beth Wilkinson’s nearly yearlong investigation into Washington’s former toxic workplace. - While the deadline was met with silence from Washington, the NFL complied — sort of. According to Congress, the NFL did turn over documents by Monday’s deadline. But, just like the last time they turned over documents to Congress related to the investigation into Washington, it wasn’t a complete release. - On Tuesday, Congress released a statement, via Liz Clarke of The Washington Post, stating there would be further action if the NFL didn’t stop “hiding the results of the Wilkinson investigation.” - Here’s the statement: - We have been clear that the NFL must stop hiding the results of the Wilkinson investigation and fully comply with the Committee’s requests, or the Committee will have no choice but to take further action. The Chairs are committed to uncovering the truth about what happened within the Washington Commanders organization and how allegations were handled by the NFL in order to inform legislative efforts to make workplaces safe for everyone. - After last week’s drama in which Snyder said he would lead an investigation into himself — as ridiculous as that sounds — NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said no, the league would handle the investigation. Then, the NFL seemingly tossed Snyder under the bus, saying he was preventing the full release of the documents to Congress. - Yet, here we are again. While the NFL did toss Snyder under the bus, the league is being very selective in what documents Congress gets its hands on. Part of the reason the NFL has stood behind Snyder for so long is that Wilkinson’s investigation will cause trouble for the rest of the NFL. We’ve already seen former Raiders coach Jon Gruden lose his job. - We learned last week that the NFL and Washington entered into a “Common Interest Agreement” in which the league and Washington would join together for a mutual legal strategy in response to Wilkinson’s investigation, leaving Snyder the power to veto any information that can be released. - We’ve stated multiple times the NFL may be tired of Snyder, but they likely fear what he could share on the league and the rest of the owners if they vote to force him out. - Stay tuned. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top

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Feb 15, 2022

Commanders land a different quarterback in new mock draft / Since the Washington Commanders ended the 2021 regular season last

Commanders land a different quarterback in new mock draft / Since the Washington Commanders ended the 2021 regular season last month, rumors have swirled about how aggressive Washington will be in finding a franchise quarterback in 2021. - Head coach Ron Rivera plans to swing big, targeting superstars such as Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson and Deshaun Watson. Rodgers and Wilson aren’t happening, and Watson seems doubtful, too. - In all likelihood, the Commanders will be debating between trading for Jimmy Garoppolo or signing someone from the group of Mitchell Trubisky, Jameis Winston and Marcus Mariota. If Washington added any of these options, it would still likely draft a quarterback early in the 2022 NFL draft. - Early mock drafts have the Commanders picking between Kenny Pickett, Matt Corral and Malik Willis. However, a new post-Super Bowl mock draft by Bleacher Report has Washington going in another direction with Cincinnati’s Desmond Ridder at No. 11 overall. - - Cincinnati’s Desmond Ridder didn’t put on a show recently at the Senior Bowl, but his performance didn’t change his status as Bleacher Report’s QB1. The little things are what separate Ridder from an otherwise muddled quarterback class. - “Ridder improved greatly throughout the 2021 season, and here, Washington bets that he still has more growth potential,” Tice suggested. “His footwork and understanding of concepts would allow him to potentially start early in his career, but has the athleticism and work ethic to take another leap in the NFL. - “Ridder can have some accuracy issues early in contests, but he settles in as games go along and has the ability to deliver throws at all three levels.” - Kenny Pickett may be the safest pick among an unsteady quarterback crop, and Liberty’s Malik Willis has the rawest potential. Ridder falls between those two points as the best combination of working from the pocket with the ability to create beyond designed plays. - - I don’t see Ridder going No. 11 overall. However, I like Ridder. I see a future starter in the former Cincinnati Bearcat. And he would fit the mold of passer Rivera likes. He is athletic, competitive and can make all of the throws. No, he doesn’t have the arm of Willis, but Ridder has shown he doesn’t lack arm strength. - Ideally, if Washington selects Ridder, it signs a veteran such as Trubisky and have the pair battle it out with Taylor Heinicke in training camp. The question is how high would the Commanders select Ridder? - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has

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Feb 15, 2022

The search begins for Washington's new quarterback / The search for Washington's new quarterback is officially underway.

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Feb 15, 2022

Chase Young says recovery is 'going great' / The Washington Commanders had a forgettable season in 2021. There were injuries,

Chase Young says recovery is 'going great' / The Washington Commanders had a forgettable season in 2021. There were injuries, COVID-19 outbreaks and the team received very little from its free agent and draft classes. Perhaps most disappointing for Washington was its defense. - Everyone expected Washington’s defense to be the one constant in 2021; however, the unit struggled throughout the first half of the season. Unfortunately, the face of those struggles was often second-year defensive Chase Young. - Fair or not, when fans or media members discussed Washington’s defensive struggles, Young’s lack of sacks was often a topic of discussion. The 2020 NFL defensive rookie of the year had just 1.5 sacks before a knee injury in Week 10 ended his second NFL season. - Young underwent knee surgery in late November to repair a torn ACL. He appeared and spoke to the media at exit interviews after Washington’s final game but has remained quiet for the most part. - Last week, Young joined ESPN’s John Keim on his podcast, titled the “John Keim Report,” and spoke on his recovery, the new name, uniforms and Joe Burrow. - Young, who is training in Colorado this winter, discussed his recovery. - “It’s coming along great, man,” Young said. “I’m already squatting 225. I am already one-leg squats with weight on my back on the knee I hurt. I’m jumping; it’s going great.” - Commanders’ fans certainly hope Young follows a similar path to former college teammate Nick Bosa. Bosa won defensive rookie of the year in 2019, then tore his ACL in 2020 and returned with 15.5 sacks in 2021. Young has the potential for a similar return. - Later, Keim asked Young about the new uniforms, for which he is a big fan. - “The white one is clean,” Young said. “I know every away game we have this year; I am going to love that clean unless we got an alternate. I think the black is my favorite, but the white one and the burgundy one, I will like seeing those when we play.” - And the name? - “I would say the name grew on me,” he answered. “Just seeing the jersey, seeing how things came together, what we’re going to stand for, just being from D.C., I’m ready to go ‘Take Command.'” - Young was on record in November that he didn’t like some of the potential names, including the Commanders. Young may still not like the name, but he understands if the team wins, it doesn’t matter. And he really does seem to like the uniforms. - Young’s latest update on his health is an encouraging one for Washington. For the Commanders to take the next step in 2022, they need a healthy Young back on the field. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up -

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Feb 15, 2022

Pros and cons of Commanders trading for Jimmy Garoppolo / Now that the Super Bowl is over, fans can officially

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Feb 14, 2022

Former Washington running back arrested / Adrian Peterson played two seasons for Washington.

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Feb 14, 2022

Where are the Commanders in ESPN's early 2022 NFL power rankings? / No surprises at the top. Where is Washington?

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Feb 14, 2022

Kendall Fuller, Jonathan Allen earn spots on the 'All-Collinsworth Team' / One of the biggest honors for an NFL player

Kendall Fuller, Jonathan Allen earn spots on the 'All-Collinsworth Team' / One of the biggest honors for an NFL player from the 1980s until the early 2000s was the All-Madden Team. Yes, the All-Pro teams and Pro Bowl were still around, but if you made the All-Madden Team, that was a different type of special. - The legendary John Madden would name his All-Madden Team after every season. And in an era where Washington was a consistent winner, numerous players, the “Hogs,” to Gary Clark, Darrell Green and others were All-Madden regulars. - Players even received an All-Madden jacket. - Sadly, the All-Madden team is no more. But for players who received the honor in the 80s and 90s, it meant more than the Pro Bowl. - While no one can replace the All-Madden Team, Cris Collinsworth of NBC now does his All-Collinsworth Team. Again, Collinsworth is no Madden — no one will ever replace Madden — but as the majority owner of Pro Football Focus, he offers a different approach in naming his All-Collinsworth Team. - Collinsworth, using PFF grades and his role as the color commentator for Sunday Night Football, has a unique perspective in naming his “best in the NFL” team. - How many Washington players made the All-Collinsworth Team in 2021? Two, both on defense in Jonathan Allen and Kendall Fuller. Here’s what Collinsworth had to say about Allen and cornerback Fuller. - - 3. JONATHAN ALLEN, WASHINGTON COMMANDERS - Allen ranked second among interior players this year in pressures and first in quarterback hits. While his run blocking was subpar, he tallied a 90.9 pass-rushing grade that ranked third at the position. - 3. KENDALL FULLER, WASHINGTON COMMANDERS - Fuller is quite possibly the best tackler at the cornerback position, with a league-leading 64 tackles in coverage. He also regularly forced tight-window throws, allowing a 35.6% open target rate that ranked 20th among cornerbacks. His stick coverage and sure tackling helped him allow only three touchdowns in coverage this season. - Fuller is a bit of a surprise. He struggled at times earlier in the season but played much better in the second half of the season. Allen continues to prove he is one of the best in the NFL at his position. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in

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Feb 14, 2022

Washington fans speak out in unison vs. owner Dan Snyder / A report surfaced Sunday during the Super Bowl LVI

Washington fans speak out in unison vs. owner Dan Snyder / A report surfaced Sunday during the Super Bowl LVI pregame show from NBC’s Pro Football Talk that the reaction of some NFL owners is that it may now be time for Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder to move on. - While watching Super Bowl LVI between the Rams and Bengals, I continued to notice many Washington fans tweeting concerning owner Daniel Snyder. - Here is a sampling of the responses. I will conceal the identity of most who posted to better focus on the content of what Washington Commanders fans are thinking regarding Snyder. - “This would be equivalent to winning the Super Bowl for us.” - “There’s precedent. The board of Six Flags gave him the boot as well.” - “It will be the most glorious day in my memory of the team!” - “Music to my ears” - “Maybe we can speak it into existence.” - “That would make this super gold Sunday even better.” - “If we would only be lucky enough!!!!” - “Could you imagine”? - “I just did a little victory wee.” - “Please, Lord.” - “It’s his entire life. What would he do without the team?” - “We can only hope for DC fans.” - “When Dan sells the team I hope he takes everyone with him, Jason Wright and Ron Rivera” - “Can we get another new team name while we are at it?” - “If he sells the team it should become a holiday. Best news a fan of the franchise could get.” - “There will be a parade in DC” - “Do we get another name if a new owner? I want Redwolves #redwolves” - “Greatest news ever” - “That would be amaaazzzzing” - “This is great news!” - “Pls let this be true” - As you can see the overwhelming sentiment of Washington fans is that they are not in Daniel Snyder’s corner. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 14, 2022

5 former Washington coaches led by Sean McVay earn Super Bowl ring / Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay

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Feb 13, 2022

Washington Super Bowl Coach stands alone / How is it that one coach stands out in contrast to all Super

Washington Super Bowl Coach stands alone / How is it that one coach stands out in contrast to all Super Bowl champion coaches? - Vince Lombardi won the first two Super Bowls with Bart Starr as the Green Bay Packers starting quarterback. Don Shula and Miami won two with Bob Griese. Tom Landry steered Dallas to two Super Bowl trophies with Roger Staubach at the helm. Chuck Noll and the Pittsburgh Steelers won four Super Bowls in the 1970s with Terry Bradshaw behind center. - Tom Flores and the Raiders won two with Jim Plunkett as the leader of the offense. Bill Walsh was the head coach with Joe Montana the field general for three Super Bowl crowns for the 49ers. The 49ers won two more with head coach George Seifert coaching and Montana and Steve Young as signal-callers. - Jimmy Johnson and Barry Switzer both coached the Cowboys to Super Bowl rings with Troy Aikman taking the snaps from center. Denver’s Mike Shanahan as head coach and John Elway in the pocket for the Broncos won it all twice. - Tom Coughlin’s NY Giants took the crown twice with Eli Manning the on-field general. Last but certainly not least, New England’s Bill Belichick won six rings with Tom Brady as the quarterback. - Seifert is the only one above to win a second Super Bowl with a second quarterback (Montana and Young). - There is also Marv Levy and the Bills who went to multiple Super Bowls with Jim Kelly under center — and lost. Likewise, Dan Reeves led Elway and the Broncos to three Super Bowl appearances — they also lost all three. - Yet, there is one other coach to win more than multiple Super Bowls with more than one quarterback, Joe Gibbs of the Washington Redskins. Gibbs not only won more than one Super Bowl with more than one quarterback, he accomplished the feat three times! - Gibbs led Washington to Super Bowl trophies with Joe Theismann, Doug Williams and Mark Rypien winning Super Bowls XVII, XXII and XXVI. - Starr, Griese, Staubach, Bradshaw, Montana, Young, Aikman and Elway are already in the Hall of Fame. Without question Brady will be in the HOF and Eli Manning a 2-time SB MVP is likely to be elected to the HOF. Only Jim Plunkett is likely to not make the HOF. - By contrast, Theismann was only an All-Pro once (1983), and Williams and Rypien were never All-Pro. Rypien had a great year only in 1991. Williams though never even a pro-bowler, was a veteran leader and had huge moments like the playoff win at Chicago (1987) and a nearly perfect 2nd quarter in Super Bowl XXII, earning the MVP. - Joe Gibbs is distinctive among Super Bowl coaches with multiple wins, doing so with three non-Hall of Fame quarterbacks. Hats off to Coach Joe, who is remarkably now age 81. The Washington franchise and fans were certainly blessed to have enjoyed Joe Jackson Gibbs as head coach.

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Feb 13, 2022

Report: Some NFL Owners Believe Commanders' Dan Snyder Should 'Move On' amid Scandals / Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder could

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Feb 13, 2022

Will Dan Snyder soon be forced to sell the Washington Commanders? / The biggest day of the NFL year —

Will Dan Snyder soon be forced to sell the Washington Commanders? / The biggest day of the NFL year — Super Bowl Sunday — wouldn’t be complete without news on Washington owner Daniel Snyder and the ongoing controversy surrounding the investigation into the team’s toxic workplace culture. - To be fair, this is old news. Early last March, the “Sports Junkies” from 106.7 The Fan in Washington, D.C., had received information that one of the recommendations from Beth Wilkinson was for Snyder to sell the team. - Here’s what Jason Bishop of the “Junkies” said, per Audacy.com: - On Friday morning, we reported on excerpts of a report prepared by the NFL’s independent investigator into the Washington Football Team, Beth Wilkinson. We believed, based on information provided to us by our source, that the report was final and had been delivered to the NFL League Office. The League has denied receiving a final report, however, both in a general statement and in response to specific questions from us. Based on those unequivocal denials, we now believe that our source was mistaken and that the excerpts of the report that were shared with us have not yet been sent to the NFL. We do believe in the authenticity of the documents we reviewed, and that they are from the Wilkinson investigation, but we are unable to confirm that the report was a final draft or that it had been delivered to the League Office. As soon as we are able to report anything further on this, we will let you know – both as to what occurred in our Friday report and regarding the Wilkinson investigation generally. - The statement above was from Bishop after the “Junkies” original statement just days before, where they had received information that the NFL should “force the owner to divest his ownership of the team.” - Another option, per the “Junkies” at the time, was “suspend the owner for a significant period to allow the club time to repair its infrastructure and culture.” - As we know, the organization would receive a fine — not Snyder personally — and he would step away from day-to-day operations for a time, leading his wife and co-owner, Tanya Snyder, to assume a more significant role. - But many questioned, was that really punishment? - Back to “The Junkies” report from last March. At the time, many didn’t take the information seriously, perhaps because the “Junkies” were not actual reporters. But, the popular longtime radio show hosts have broken several stories over the years. - Now, that report has received newfound attention. Here’s what Ben Standig of The Athletic tweeted Sunday. - - "I’m told that, as reported at the time by 106.7 The Fan after the station obtained a copy of a document that was never actually submitted to the NFL…the report would have recommended that owner Daniel Snyder be forced to sell the team." https://t.co/1HwlFv9VLw - — Ben Standig (@BenStandig) February 13, 2022 - -

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Feb 13, 2022

Brian Flores 'Is Courageous' for Lawsuit Against NFL, Says Commanders HC Ron Rivera / Washington Commanders head coach Ron -

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Feb 13, 2022

Where did the Commanders' secondary rank in 2021? / The 2021 season was expected to be special for the Washington

Where did the Commanders' secondary rank in 2021? / The 2021 season was expected to be special for the Washington Commanders’ defense. First, there was the defensive line featuring four former first-round picks that would be one year older. Next, Washington invested more in its secondary with the signing of free-agent cornerback William Jackson III. - If you watched Washington’s defense through the first six weeks of the season, it didn’t take too long to recognize the secondary was a problem. Jackson struggled to fit in Washington’s zone-heavy scheme, while Kendall Fuller alternated between the slot and outside. Rookie Benjamin St-Juste had the typical ups and downs for a rookie. - At safety, Landon Collins continued to be a problem while Bobby McCain slowly adjusted to his new team. - However, things started to improve for Washington in a Week 7 loss to the Packers. During this period, Collins moved closer to the line of scrimmage, playing more of a linebacker role and the communication in the secondary improved. Also, the Commanders played second-year safety Kam Curl more, which was smart considering Curl is the team’s best safety. - At one point in the season, the Commanders moved Fuller to strictly playing outside and he was much better. Jackson became more comfortable until a late-season injury forced him out of the final three games. - Overall, it was a disappointing season for Washington’s secondary, but there were encouraging signs late in the season despite numerous injuries. - How did Pro Football Focus rank the Commanders’ secondary in 2021? - PFF ranked Washington No. 19, offering the following analysis: - Kendall Fuller was one of the three most valuable cornerbacks of the 2021 season and helped a great deal in Washington ranking even this high. Free safety Bobby McCain also played a role in the Football Team not being in the bottom tier, snagging four interceptions and breaking up five passes en route to a 72.6 coverage grade. - Free-agent signing William Jackson III was an up-and-down performer. He finished in the top 10 in yards per coverage snap on the outside (0.76), but five touchdowns allowed and eight penalties brought his coverage grade down to 59.5 for the year. - PFF had Washington’s secondary ranked last of the four NFC East teams. - There are plenty of reasons for the Commanders to expect more from the secondary in 2022, but they will need to add more established depth this offseason. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. -

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Feb 13, 2022

The quarterback(s) that got away from the Commanders / What kind of difference can your choice at quarterback make in

The quarterback(s) that got away from the Commanders / What kind of difference can your choice at quarterback make in the NFL? - Washington contacted Detroit last off season, expressing interest in trading for Lions long-time starter Matthew Stafford. Indeed the Lions were interested and there have been two differing stories as to what Washington actually offered ranging from a first round and third round choice to a first, third and a starter. - Coach Ron Rivera said on the Peter King podcast this week that Detroit was interested but that he also understood that when the Rams came in with their offer (which was much more), the deal was done quickly by Detroit. - It was a win/win for both teams. Detroit collected Rams starter Jared Goff, a third-round choice and two first-round choices. The Lions had hired a new coach in Dan Campbell, and a new coach certainly would like to have a number of new draft choices in beginning to rebuild his roster. - Meanwhile the Rams, already a playoff team in 2020, upgraded at the most important position in obtaining Stafford. The former Georgia Bulldog had started for 12 years in Detroit, making the playoffs in 2011, 2014 and 2016, losing all three games. - With the Rams, they are in the Super Bowl today and Stafford’s play in the second half last week is a big reason. Also he was on fire the previous week against Tampa as the Rams built a 27-3 lead. Cooper Kupp is awesome, but don’t you need a quarterback who can get the ball to him? You do, and Stafford is. - Consequently, Washington was simply outbid by the Rams for Matthew Stafford, and it is understandable. Detroit knew when that offer came in it was too good for them to delay and see what Washington or any other team might re-offer. They took the deal, not providing the Rams time to reconsider. - The Bengals drafted Joe Burrow with the first pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Washington was choosing second and was content to take Ohio State defensive end Chase Young. - Oregon’s Justin Herbert was certainly available, but frankly, more analysts were talking about Tua Tagovailoa (Alabama) than Herbert. Tagovailoa was available for Miami (No. 5) so the Dolphins grabbed him. Detroit could have taken Herbert with the third pick but chose to select CB Jeff Okudah (Ohio State). - Imagine, Detroit could have traded Stafford, picked up some draft choices, and had Herbert instead of Goff. Washington, of course, could have had Herbert and they would not be talking now about how quarterback is their primary mission this 2022 offseason. - But hindsight is always 20-20. What we know is the Bengals made the right choice at quarterback and they are in the Super Bowl in only two years. The Chargers made the right choice and have their quarterback for at least the next decade. Miami? We are not sure yet about Tua. We are sure

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Feb 13, 2022

5 players in Super Bowl LVI the Commanders should target in free agency / The Cincinnati Bengals and Los Angeles

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Feb 12, 2022

Commanders' Chase Young Expects to Be Ready for Training Camp After Torn ACL Injury / Washington Commanders defensive end Chase

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Feb 12, 2022

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Feb 12, 2022

Hall of Famer John Riggins not happy with Washington football rebrand / John Riggins is as closely identified with the

Jon Allen mic'd up for Pro Bowl week | Washington Commanders

Feb 12, 2022

DT Jon Allen was mic'd up during Pro Bowl practice in Las Vegas! - ...

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Feb 12, 2022

Commanders fill 2 major needs in latest 3-round Draft Wire mock draft / The Senior Bowl is in the books,

Commanders fill 2 major needs in latest 3-round Draft Wire mock draft / The Senior Bowl is in the books, and the next important date on the NFL draft calendar is the scouting combine beginning on March 1. - The Washington Commanders are desperately seeking a quarterback. Head coach Ron Rivera hasn’t been shy about Washington’s need for a franchise quarterback, and he’d prefer to have that spot filled long before the 2022 NFL draft in late April. - However, there’s no guarantee that the Packers or Seahawks will listen to offers for Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson, respectively. Then, you have Deshaun Watson and his complicated legal situation at the moment and a no-trade clause. - So, for Washington, signing a veteran in free agency and drafting a young quarterback early in April’s draft is likely its best option. - Two quarterbacks stood out at the Senior Bowl: Liberty’s Malik Willis and Kenny Pickett of Pitt. Willis is slotted at No. 6 to the Panthers in Draft Wire’s new mock draft, while Pickett goes No. 9 to the Broncos. That means if Washington doesn’t land a veteran, it could be looking at selecting the third passer in what is considered a weak class. - Draft Wire has Washington selecting Ole Miss QB Matt Corral: - - - It’s not a great year to need a quarterback, yet the Commanders are still left with just the third-best passer on the board at this pick. Even so, there’s plenty to like about Corral’s skill set and potential, especially after watching him consistently succeed against SEC defenses. - - - That’s true, it’s not a great year to need a quarterback, but that doesn’t mean one or two of these guys will not develop into a franchise passer. Corral has excellent skills, but as with any of the QBs in this draft, there are concerns. - In the second round, Washington lands Central Michigan offensive tackle Bernhard Raimann. Raimann is massive and athletic, and a former tight end. I could see Washington going guard here, although Raimann has a big-time upside. - In the third round, the Commanders select Wyoming linebacker Chad Muma. Unfortunately for Washington, it didn’t land one of the two best linebackers in Devin Lloyd and Nakobe Dean. However, Muma is a solid prospect, who would provide good value in the third round. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - -

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Feb 12, 2022

1991: The greatest season in Washington football history, Super Bowl XXVI / This 2021 NFL season reminds us that 30

1991: The greatest season in Washington football history, Super Bowl XXVI / This 2021 NFL season reminds us that 30 years ago Washington assembled its greatest team in franchise history, going 14-2 and racing through the playoffs to the Super Bowl XXVI championship and Vince Lombardi Trophy. - Super Bowl XXVI—Washington 37, Buffalo 24— January 26, 1992 - After all of the pregame hype, this game was never in doubt, as Washington led by 27 points before calling off the dogs on its way to a 37-24 Super Bowl triumph in the Hubert H Humphrey Metrodome, in Minneapolis. - Future Hall of Fame receiver Art Monk caught four passes in an early drive for 79 yards. When he caught his fifth pass of the drive his second foot came down out of bounds, denying him a touchdown. Washington holder Jeff Rutledge then fumbled the snap, meaning Washington did not even score on the nearly perfect drive. Yet Washington radio commentator Sonny Jurgensen declared, Washington had too many weapons for Buffalo. - Washington again had the ball at the Buffalo 11, when Mark Rypien’s pass was batted up into the air and intercepted by Kirby Jackson. Buffalo had avoided two easy Redskins scoring opportunities. - Yet Washington completely owned Bills in the second quarter. They drove 64 yards for a Chip Lohmiller 34-yard field goal, 51 yards as Earnest Byner scored on a 10-yard pass from Rypien and 55 yards after a Darrell Green interception, when Gerald Riggs scored from one yard. - Buffalo then had three dropped passes, Kelly was sacked and Andre Reed was hit early by Brad Edwards. When no penalty was called, down 17-0, Reed lost his mind, took off his helmet slamming it to the turf, costing the Bills 15 yards and forcing a punt. Washington led 17-0 at the half. - On the first play of the third quarter, Washington called a blitz by Andre Collins that coach Larry Peccatiello had designed that very day. Defensive tackle Eric Williams moved to his right at the snap, Collins standing behind Williams, darted straight in toward Kelly, who threw directly to Kurt Gouveia just as Peccatiello had told him Kelly would. Gouveia intercepted the pass at the 25 and was pushed out of bounds at the 2. Gerald Riggs scored in one play. In two offensive snaps Washington had increased its lead to 24-0. - Finally Kelly hit Don Beebe for 43 yards, leading to a field goal and Thurman Thomas scored from one yard, culminating a 56-yard drive narrowing the Redskins lead to 24-10. - Before Buffalo could think they might be back in the game, Rypien led a 79-yard 11-play drive, completing four passes to Gary Clark for 60 yards, the last a 30-yard touchdown for a 31-10 lead. - Two Lohmiller field goals and Washington was up 37-10, it was over. Washington went into a prevent defense allowing Buffalo to throw underneath, Buffalo scored twice in the closing minutes resulting in a misleading final

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Feb 12, 2022

Jay Gruden talks about quarterback options for the Commanders in 2022 / Jay Gruden spent almost six full seasons as

Jay Gruden talks about quarterback options for the Commanders in 2022 / Jay Gruden spent almost six full seasons as the head coach of the Washington Commanders from 2014-19. Gruden was fired five games into his sixth season as Washington’s coach. These days, Gruden frequently joins some of the radio shows in the Washington area to give his analysis on the Commanders and the NFL. - A former quarterback at Louisville and in the Arena League, Gruden knows quarterbacks. Unfortunately, he never truly got to pick — or keep — his guy during his time in Washington. - The Commanders have a big offseason ahead of them in 2022. They must address the quarterback position, and all indications are that head coach Ron Rivera is prepared to be aggressive. - Rivera has often talked about the four avenues to find a franchise quarterback: current roster, draft, free agency, and trade. We know the answer isn’t on Washington’s roster, and you aren’t going to find the answer in unrestricted free agency. That leaves the draft and the trade market. - In an appearance on “Grant and Danny” of 106.7 The Fan this week, Gruden were Washington, he’d choose the trade avenue. - “I don’t think I’d bank on drafting a guy this year,” Gruden said. This year’s draft class doesn’t have a consensus top quarterback, and many scouts believe the top guy this year would have been No. 6 last year. - As far as the veterans, Gruden likes some more than others. - On Jimmy Garoppolo: - “Garoppolo would help, but I don’t know I’d go after him that hard.” - What about Matt Ryan? - “If Matt Ryan becomes free out of Atlanta, I’d definitely go after Matt Ryan.” - And Derek Carr: - “If Derek Carr becomes free out of Vegas, I’d definitely go after Derek Carr.” - Grant Paulsen then asked Gruden, is Carr a quarterback you give up multiple first-round picks for, to which Gruden replied yes. - “I would, yes; I would because with these No. 1 picks, you don’t know what you’re going to get,” Gruden said. “You know what you’re going to get with Derek. You’re going to get an established guy with Derek.” - Gruden has more intel than most on Carr, as his older brother, Jon, was Carr’s head coach with the Raiders. - Gruden continued with his praise for Carr: - I think you give up more for Carr than Garoppolo personally. Garoppolo has had some success, won some big games, but I think Carr, overall, at the quarterback position he can do a little more than Jimmy. Jimmy does have some upside, he’s still young. Derek has been pretty durable, pretty productive, come from a great system, great knowledge of the game, pre-snap and post-snap. I just think Derek is a little more seasoned than Jimmy. - Gruden made it clear he likes Garoppolo and if Rivera believes Garoppolo is an upgrade, which he’d clearly be for Washington in

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Ron Rivera, the man in 'Command' / How did Ron Rivera become “Riverboat Ron?” - Washington Commanders head coach Ron

Ron Rivera, the man in 'Command' / How did Ron Rivera become “Riverboat Ron?” - Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera aka “Riverboat Ron” recounted the story Friday as a guest on Pro Football Talk with host Mike Florio. - As a high school football player, he and his friends were out one day in Monterey, California, when suddenly Rivera spotted this large man and his family together. It was Oakland Raiders head coach John Madden. Rivera approached him, introduced himself, they chatted briefly and Rivera told Madden he was going to play in the NFL someday. To which Madden responded, encouraging Rivera to follow his dream, signing an autograph for Rivera. Rivera still possesses Madden’s autograph in an old scrapbook. - 30 years later, Rivera had been a head coach for two seasons with the Carolina Panthers. Panthers owner Jerry Richardson advised Rivera he needed a mentor, instructing Rivera his good friend was expecting Rivera’s call. Richardson’s friend was none other than John Madden. - Rivera telephoned Madden and was told directly that he was only 3-13 in games decided by 6 points or less. Madden encouraged Rivera to look at those games again, asking himself what he could do differently. Following Madden’s advice, watching the film, taking notes on those games, resulting in about a 15-to-20-page report. - Rivera traveled to Madden, bringing the report for Madden to see, only to be told by Madden the report was not for Madden, but for Rivera, asking, “What did YOU learn?” Rivera felt perhaps he had been too safe, to which Madden responded, “Ron, there is no book. You’ve coached enough, you’ve played enough, go from your gut.” Thus “Riverboat Ron” was born, the man willing to gamble when his gut tells him, it is time. - Florio inquired how quarterbacks are more available today than in previous decades and Rivera agreed, pointing to Detroit letting Matthew Stafford go to the Rams for his opportunity to win a Super Bowl, while the Lions have an opportunity to build through the draft choices obtained in the trade. - Would Washington like to do something like that this offseason? “Yes, if the right situation is available, we want to get in on it,” expressed Rivera. - Wearing the new burgundy and gold Commanders’ jacket, Rivera spoke of the Commanders developing and building their own culture. However, the former Chicago Bear linebacker was quick to point out that Joe Gibbs accomplished so much in the past for Washington, winning three Super Bowls with three different quarterbacks. Remembering their great teams Rivera spoke of needing to honor them for their great accomplishments. - He spoke of the NFL owners needing to hire more minorities but also voiced current coaches and front office personnel perhaps need to be introducing owners to other minorities more often along the way. - Florio inquired as to the overtime rule that permits the team first on offense to win the game right away. Rivera understands that can happen, but

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John Riggins does not like 'Commanders' / The Washington all-time leading rusher John Riggins does not like the new name,

John Riggins does not like 'Commanders' / The Washington all-time leading rusher John Riggins does not like the new name, “Commanders.” - On his podcast, “The John Riggins Show” with co-host Tod Castleberry, Riggins looked back to the second year of Daniel Snyder’s ownership. Riggins told of how it was at a downtown restaurant and Riggins even then (2000) suggested to Snyder they should change the name of the team. - Riggins said regarding the Redskins, he really felt it was to honor their people. But after he retired and was hearing of how it offended increasing numbers, he had gotten to the point he was for the name change. - Knowing the name change was coming, Riggins said he never dreamed he was going to feel the way he actually now feels once the new name was adopted last week. - “I feel completely disenfranchised,” said Riggins. “I can’t understand how anyone who once played under the old franchise name could possibly want to be a part of anything to do with the Washington Commanders.” - He acknowledged that for his old teammates and others who played for the Redskins he understands every one of them has to make their own decisions, and are free to handle this how they choose to but also added, “For the guys who showed up last week I look at them and say, ‘What’s wrong with you? Don’t you get it? You were invited to your own funeral.’” - A once great franchise through the Joe Gibbs years experienced hard times most of the last 25 years. The last decade they have been losing fans in large numbers each season to where now they were last in attendance with each home game seeing an inexcusable large number of visiting team’s fans. - Castlebury interjected that “All they have now is hope, every year they are selling hope.” - Regarding possible John Riggins’ Washington Commanders jerseys, Riggins responded, “That makes me feel filthy. I feel dirty, I don’t want anything to do with it. Maybe I will change. Maybe I need a little more time, I don’t know. It just doesn’t feel right to me.” - Riggins sadly talked of how he might describe himself, “John Riggins, played for the ______. Well, who did he play for? I don’t know, can’t say that can you?” - Riggins (age 72) will always be remembered for the greatest, most significant play in Redskins history. In Super Bowl XVII Washington trailed Miami 17-13 in the final quarter facing a fourth & 1 at the Miami 42. Riggins broke a tackle (Don McNeal) and raced for the go-ahead touchdown. Washington scored again to win 27-17 and Riggins was the MVP gaining 166 yards on the day. - - No. 44 set an NFL record at the time of 24 rushing touchdowns in the 1983 season at age 34 as Washington finished 14-2, won the NFC, and were defeated by the Los Angeles Raiders in Super Bowl XVIII.

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Feb 11, 2022

Washington defensive line coach's father selected for Pro Football Hall of Fame / Former New Orleans Saints and Carolina Panthers

Washington defensive line coach's father selected for Pro Football Hall of Fame / Former New Orleans Saints and Carolina Panthers linebacker Sam Mills was one of eight former players and coaches selected for enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Thursday. - Joining Mills is Dick Vermeil, LeRoy Butler, Bryant Young, Richard Seymour, Art McNally, Cliff Branch and Tony Boselli in the class of 2022. - For younger fans, you may recognize Mills’ name from Washington. His son, Sam Mills III, is Washington’s defensive line coach, following head coach Ron Rivera over from Carolina. - Mills is one of the greatest success stories in NFL history. The 5-foot-9 linebacker from Montclair State went undrafted in 1981 before signing as an undrafted free agent with the Cleveland Browns. Mills would be released at the end of training camp. - From there, he went to the CFL, signing with the Toronto Argonauts. He was released before the season. He spent the next three seasons with the Philadelphia/Baltimore Stars of the USFL. Mills made such an impression during his USFL days that the New Orleans Saints signed him ahead of the 1986 season. - - #Panthers legend Sam Mills elected to Pro Football Hall of Famehttps://t.co/35WQ6CqAFE - — Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) February 11, 2022 - - - In New Orleans, Mills played nine seasons before playing for the Panthers during the final three years of his career. Over a 12-year career, Mills finished 1,319 tackles, 20.5 sacks, 11 interceptions and four touchdowns. - Here are some of his accolades: - - First-team All-Pro (1996) - Second-team All-Pro (1991, 1992) - Five-time Pro Bowl selection - Three-time All-USFL selection - Two-time USFL champion - Jersey No. 51 retired by Panthers - Member of Panthers Hall of Honor - Member of Saints Hall of Fame - Member of Saints Ring of Honor - Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame - Sports Hall of Fame of New Jersey - - After his playing career, Mills immediately went into coaching, spending seven seasons with Carolina, the final six as linebackers coach. - Sadly, Mills was diagnosed with intestinal cancer in 2003 and was only given months to live. Despite that diagnosis, he continued to coach, inspiring his Panthers and all of the NFL. He was the inspiration behind Carolina’s first Super Bowl appearance in 2003. - Before a playoff game in 2003, Mills gave a famous speech where he said he could “quit or keep pounding” after his cancer diagnosis. That “keep pounding” motto has been with the team ever since, as a select individual or group is chosen to bang the “Keep Pounding” drum before the game. - Mills sadly died in 2005. A statue of Mills is outside of Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. - Congratulations to the Mills family. Sam Mills was long-deserving of this honor, and perhaps it will open the door for former Washington linebacker London Fletcher in the near future. - - -

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Feb 11, 2022

NFL tells Congress Commanders blocked access to documents related to investigation / It was only a matter of time before

NFL tells Congress Commanders blocked access to documents related to investigation / It was only a matter of time before the NFL had enough of Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder. With the entire country focused on the Super Bowl this week, the NFL is in the spotlight, which means some of the league’s biggest issues are also under the microscope. - There is no bigger issue in the NFL right now than what’s happening with the Commanders. Congress has pressured the NFL and Washington to release documents related to Beth Wilkinson’s investigation into the toxic workplace culture that existed in Washington for most of Snyder’s tenure as owner. - New disturbing allegations against Snyder emerged last week. On Wednesday, the NFL released a statement saying it will oversee a thorough and independent investigation into the latest claims. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell spoke on the topic Wednesday evening. - On Thursday, Congress received a letter from the NFL, written by the league’s attorneys and sent to Rep. Carol Maloney of New York and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi of Illinois. Maloney is the chairwoman of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. - That letter, well, it was a bombshell. The NFL said Washington was blocking access to more than 100,000 documents related to the investigation. Remember when Goodell and other NFL owners were said to be colluding with Snyder to prevent the release of the documents? - As expected, the tables have turned. Goodell and the NFL are tired of defending Snyder. Yes, this is risky because if the documents are released, and Snyder is forced out, they know he will come after Goodell and the 31 other owners. - The NFL has stood firm in defending Snyder in the form of self-preservation. There were over 650,000 emails Wilkinson and her team provided to the NFL that “raised issues beyond the scope” of the investigation into Washington. - You don’t think Goodell, other owners, team executives, and coaches are a little nervous right now? We’ve already seen Jon Gruden go down. Each team’s owners and executives talk to one another frequently, and it’s not always about football. - I have questions. If we were told there were over 650,000 emails involved in the investigation in October, where are the 109,000 documents coming from now? Are they a part of the 650,000? If so, why is Washington only blocking 109,000? Also, why didn’t the NFL say the Commanders were blocking access to all 650,000 emails/documents? - Perhaps they aren’t related. That would mean there is even more out there regarding this investigation that could be big trouble for the entire league. - In the letter, the NFL said it had tried to obtain the 109,000 documents from the Wilkinson Stekloff firm, but the firm refused due to concerns that Snyder or the team would sue. The letter stated the NFL requested Washington to provide consent to the firm to release the documents; however, the team has refused to do so repeatedly. - The

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Washington Commanders Hindering Access to Investigation Documents, NFL Tells Congress / NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and the league as a

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29 minutes Feb 10, 2022

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Feb 10, 2022

Jonathan Allen on Russell Wilson to Commanders: 'I hope so' / Jonathan Allen would love to see Russell Wilson in

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Feb 10, 2022

Commanders quarterback draft options are varied / It’s that time of year. - The offseason where college quarterbacks travel up

Commanders quarterback draft options are varied / It’s that time of year. - The offseason where college quarterbacks travel up and down prospective draft boards much more than other players. Happens every year. - Washington is slated to choose in the No. 11 spot for now, barring a trade. - All of December and January, we heard how none of the top quarterbacks in this 2022 draft class would have been in the top five of the 2021 class. You recall the 2021 QB class resulted in Trevor Lawrence going to the Jaguars (1), Zach Wilson to the Jets (2), Trey Lance to the 49ers (3), Justin Fields to the Bears (11) and Mac Jones to the Patriots (15). - Six quarterbacks were at last week’s Senior Bowl week in Mobile, Alabama. How are those six quarterbacks to be ranked? Who knows? Frankly, the rankings differ depending upon the publication, analyst, or scout. - After the Senior Bowl, Pro Football Focus has just ranked their top five quarterbacks for now: - 1-Sam Howell, (UNC), 2-Desmond Ridder (Cincinnati), 3- Matt Corral (Ole Miss), 4- Kenny Pickett (Pitt), 5- Carson Strong (Nevada). - Some things jump out right away in their listing. Only three are listed in the top 32, and none are listed as the top 15 players to be drafted. Keep in mind Washington is slated to draft at No. 11. - Yet, according to some analysts, one quarterback actually performed much better last week than the rest, displaying his athleticism and strong passing arm. Which one of the five? Nope, it was actually Malik Willis of Liberty University who has not played against the competition of the other top five in the QB class. - During bad weather on Wednesday, through rain and wind, Willis displayed a stronger arm, generating velocity as his passes cut through the bad conditions better than all other passers. - Willis was projected last month to be a second-round selection. Now he will start moving up draft boards. Then it will be off to the NFL Combine (March 1-7), where quarterbacks will be under the microscope, leaping up and falling down draft boards. - We have a long way to go until April 28-30 for the 2022 NFL Draft, so don’t put too much into these Mock Drafts you see now. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - -

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What's Washington's path to Super Bowl LVII? / The Cincinnati Bengals representing the AFC in Super Bowl LVI has given

What's Washington's path to Super Bowl LVII? / The Cincinnati Bengals representing the AFC in Super Bowl LVI has given hope to teams around the NFL. Just two years ago, the Bengals finished 2-14 and wound up with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2020 NFL draft. - One season later, the Bengals were again bad, recording a 4-12 record and heading into the 2021 NFL draft with the No. 5 overall pick. - Now, the Bengals are 60 minutes away from the first Super Bowl championship in franchise history. - The biggest reason for Cincinnati’s newfound success is quarterback Joe Burrow. Unfortunately for Washington, the Bengals picked Burrow No. 1 in 2020 — one spot ahead of the Commanders. If only former interim coach Bill Callahan hadn’t prioritized winning meaningless back-to-back games over the Lions and Panthers in 2019. - To be fair, NFL players and coaches don’t tank. Owners might; coaches don’t. So, you can’t really play a “what-if” scenario regarding Washington’s three wins that season. - The biggest question is, what can the Commanders do to replace the Los Angeles Rams atop the NFC and earn a trip to Super Bowl LVII? - Gregg Rosenthal of NFL.com recently gave a path on how every NFC team can represent the conference in Super Bowl LVII. - His path for Washington is one we’ve discussed repeatedly: find a legit quarterback. - The Commanders must: hit on a big swing at quarterback. - One year after striking out in the Matthew Stafford sweepstakes, Washington figures to go hard after big fish in the quarterback market. I have my doubts Aaron Rodgers or Russell Wilson would want to play there. If there is clarity about Deshaun Watson’s status, the team is a prime candidate to go after him. After taking a step back in Ron Rivera’s second season, Washington has a lot of cap space to play with in its first season as the Commanders. - Rosenthal is right, it doesn’t appear Rodgers would consider Washington. However, recent reports indicate Wilson may have other thoughts. As far as Watson, with everything currently going on with the franchise, it doesn’t make sense to acquire Watson. - Everyone knows the Commanders need a quarterback. Not just any quarterback. THE quarterback. That is much easier said than done. But, if Washington could somehow pry Wilson away from the Seahawks, it would become an instant NFC contender. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - -

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Roger Goodell speaks on Dan Snyder, Washington investigation / It was another busy day in the news cycle for the

Roger Goodell speaks on Dan Snyder, Washington investigation / It was another busy day in the news cycle for the Washington Commanders and owner Daniel Snyder. And, as you might expect, it was nothing particularly good. - Early Wednesday, the Commanders announced the hiring of Pallas Global, which would manage an independent investigation into the claims against Snyder last week by former team employee Tiffani Johnston. - Later in the day, an NFL spokesman said the league would oversee the investigation, not Washington. - All of this occurred on the same day NFL commissioner Roger Goodell spoke from Los Angeles to discuss Super Bowl LVI and other hot league topics. - To no one’s surprise, Goodell discussed the ongoing drama with the Commanders. - First, Goodell was asked about the most recent allegations made against Snyder. - Here’s his response: - “I don’t see how a team can do its own investigation of itself,” Goodell replied. “We need to understand what truly happened and treat that in the most serious way.” - - NFL Commissioner Roger Good on NFL using their own investigation team and not the team hired by owner Dan Snyder and the Washington Commanders. @wusa9 #TakeCommand - More: https://t.co/4AR9QyEywQ pic.twitter.com/qEIAQ0gYtL - — Darren M. Haynes (@DarrenMHaynes) February 9, 2022 - - - Goodell was also adamant there was no deal with Snyder and the NFL regarding releasing the findings of the Wilkinson report into Washington’s toxic workplace culture. It was reported last week that Snyder must approve the release of the investigation’s findings. - Goodell’s response, per Ben Standig of The Athletic: - - Roger Goodell says there was no deal made with Dan Snyder regarding the release of any findings from the original investigation into the Washington organization. - — Ben Standig (@BenStandig) February 9, 2022 - - - One more interesting question was presented to Snyder, one in which he probably wasn’t too comfortable answering. - - Roger Goodell is asked about the process to remove an owner: "I do believe the clubs have the authority to remove an from the league. Ultimately it's a league vote ,I believe." - — Ben Standig (@BenStandig) February 9, 2022 - - - If Snyder thinks this is going away anytime soon, he’s mistaken. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! -

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Feb 9, 2022

NFL will oversee investigation into Daniel Snyder allegations / Early Wednesday morning, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Washington Commanders owner Daniel

NFL will oversee investigation into Daniel Snyder allegations / Early Wednesday morning, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder was hiring an independent investigative team to look into the allegations made last week by former team employee Tiffani Johnston at a Congressional roundtable. - The investigative team was to be led by Bonnie Jonas and Tiffany Moller of Pallas Global Group LLC. Schefter said Washington was committed to a “thorough and independent investigation” of Johnston’s allegation and pledged full cooperation. At the end of the investigation, the Pallas Group would release the findings to the public. - - Commanders owner Dan Snyder is hiring an independent investigative team, led by former Asst. U.S. Attorneys Bonnie Jonas and Tiffany Moller of Pallas Global Group LLC, to look into allegations made last week by Tiffani Johnston during her time with the team, per a team official. - — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) February 9, 2022 - - - However, on Wednesday afternoon, Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network said the NFL would lead the investigation — not Washington. Pelissero’s report was courtesy of an NFL spokesman. - - The NFL says the league — not Daniel Snyder and the Washington Commanders — will conduct an independent investigation into an allegation against Snyder. - From @NFLprguy: pic.twitter.com/xGZZ6ygo1z - — Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) February 9, 2022 - - - The roundtable was held on Feb. 3, the day after Washington unveiled its new team name, logo, and uniforms. Six former employees testified before Congress about their time with the organization. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 9, 2022

Dan Snyder Hires Independent Investigators to Look into Tiffani Johnston Allegations / Washington Commanders owner Daniel - Snyder hired the

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Feb 9, 2022

Commanders coach Ron Rivera to speak at John Madden's memorial service / The NFL lost a legend on Dec. 28,

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Feb 9, 2022

1991: The greatest season in Washington football history, NFC championship Game / This 2021 NFL season reminds us that 30

1991: The greatest season in Washington football history, NFC championship Game / This 2021 NFL season reminds us that 30 years ago Washington assembled its greatest team in franchise history, going 14-2 and racing through the playoffs to the Super Bowl XXVI championship and Vince Lombardi Trophy. - NFC Championship—Washington 41, Detroit 10— January 12, 1992 - The game’s very first offensive snap from scrimmage was certainly a preview of things to come. Detroit’s Erik Kramer dropped to pass on first down. He looked right and saw left defensive end Charles Mann had already beaten Detroit’s right tackle Scott Conover and immediately collided with Kramer, removing the ball from Kramer. Washington right defensive end Fred Stokes made the recovery and the Redskins started first and goal from the Detroit 9! - Washington indeed rolled all day all over the Lions, cruising to a 41-10 victory, earning the right to play in their fourth Super Bowl under the direction of head coach Joe Jackson Gibbs. - After the Mann sack and forced fumble, Gerald Riggs scored from two yards and Washington led 7-0. Riggs would score again from three yards, and Chip Lohmiller would add a short 20-yard field goal and Washington led 17-7. However, Detroit’s Eddie Murray connected from 30 yards and Detroit had cut Washington’s lead to 17-10 at the half. - But Washington was not challenged in the second half. Lohmiller added a 28-yard field goal and when Mark Rypien went deep to Gary Clark for a 45-yard touchdown, the Redskins led 24-10 after three quarters. - Rypien then looked to his right and found future Hall of Famer Art Monk for a 31-10 lead, causing Redskins’ radio analyst Sonny Jurgensen to state the Redskins were going to the Super Bowl. - Darrell Green then intercepted a Rodney Peete pass, returning it 32 yards through the Detroit offense, concluding the scoring for the final 41-10 margin. - When the game was concluded, Rypien had only attempted 17 passes, completing 12 for 228 yards, 2 touchdowns, 0 interceptions, and a highly efficient 152.2 QB rating. Gibbs had elected to predominantly run the ball 35 times. Byner collected 62 yards in 17 attempts, Ricky Ervins 53 yards in 13 attempts and Gerald Riggs had two short touchdown plunges in his only two carries. On the game’s final three plays, Gibbs permitted Jeff Rutledge to take the three victory formation snaps, losing a yard each time. - Rypien connected with Monk on five receptions for 94 yards and Clark four times for 77 yards. While the Washington defense held future Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders to 44 yards in his 11 carries (with a long of 23 yards). Thus, Sanders in his other 10 carries only accumulated 21 yards. - Wilber Marshall collected three sacks in the game while Mann and Andre Collins brought the sack total to five. Kurt Gouveia also had an interception, which he returned 38 yards. - - This NFC Championship game was a

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Washington legend Chris Cooley talks Commanders, quarterbacks / Outside of Sean Taylor and perhaps Santana Moss, it’s difficult to find

Washington legend Chris Cooley talks Commanders, quarterbacks / Outside of Sean Taylor and perhaps Santana Moss, it’s difficult to find a more popular former Washington player during Daniel Snyder’s ownership than former tight end Chris Cooley. - Cooley was a third-round pick in 2004 by Joe Gibbs and spent nine seasons in the burgundy and gold. Cooley was popular with fans as a younger player for his wild hair, blog and overall personality. He also happened to be a good football player, too. - During his nine seasons in Washington, Cooley appeared in 117 games, including 102 starts, and finished his career with 429 receptions for 4,711 yards and 33 touchdowns. - After his retirement, Cooley co-hosted a popular radio show with Kevin Sheehan. Cooley also spent seven years in Washington’s broadcast booth but wasn’t retained in 2020 under the new regime. Later that year, Cooley and his family left Virginia as he returned to his home state of Wyoming, where he is now raising his family. - Washington fans miss Cooley on the radio, so it’s a treat when he joins Sheehan for one of his podcasts. Last week, Cooley joined John Keim’s podcast, the “John Keim Report,” where he discussed several topics, such as what he’s doing now to the new name. - So, what does Cooley think of the new name? - “I hate it,” Cooley said. “I don’t like it. I saw the logo; it looks so weird. It’s so different. I don’t like it. I’m sorry.” - Cooley admitted since he moved across the country, he hasn’t felt the same connection to the team, but he’s not in danger of rooting for another team. Like most Commanders’ fans, winning will make everyone feel a lot better about the name and logo. - Another topic Cooley discussed was the quarterback position. Like most Washington fans, Cooley would love to see Aaron Rodgers or Russell Wilson come to D.C. One quarterback Cooley isn’t too high on is Jimmy Garoppolo. - “Jimmy’s inaccurate; he lacks anticipation,” Cooley said. “I think he’s got a phenomenal release, super quick with it and he can throw a great ball. - Before moving on to another topic, Cooley again mentioned Garoppolo’s accuracy issues. - Another interesting portion of Keim’s discussion with Cooley was if you trade for Garoppolo, you have someone who can get you to a certain level while buying time to find someone to get you beyond that level. A perfect example was how Kansas City had Alex Smith but eventually identified and traded up for Patrick Mahomes. - It was a terrific listen for Washington fans. Keim is fantastic as always, while Cooley always brings excellent and thoughtful analysis to the discussion. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - -

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Feb 9, 2022

Washington 'Commanders' calls for change / Washington “Commanders?” - What’s in a mascot name? - With our current political climate

Washington 'Commanders' calls for change / Washington “Commanders?” - What’s in a mascot name? - With our current political climate of loathing, fanaticism and cancel culture, can you imagine if for the first time a team announced they were going to be called the “Patriots?” - Think of the political forces that would be activated, so offended that an NFL team desired to be called such an offensive name, after those who killed British soldiers in the 18th-century American war. Yet, fighting against “taxation without representation,” Patriots had to build forts, dig ditches, defend their land and property, then dodge bullets, reloading their guns against those red coats. - How many would be affronted that a team was considering, “Cowboys?” - After all, the west was wild, many were a law unto themselves, and Native Americans were killed or cheated by such gangsters. Even for the honest “Cowboys” of that era, what was so great about cattle-driving that one would desire to name an NFL team the “Cowboys?” - Remember when the “Ravens” name was chosen for the new Baltimore team that started in 1996? - I thought Eagles and Hawks were stronger birds that made for cool mascots. But a Raven is a weaker bird known for mostly making prey of nests of birds and bird eggs. But you know what? After a couple of seasons, I was accustomed to it. - So you don’t like “Commanders?” A confession, when I first heard it was a possibility, I did not particularly find myself excited about it either. But you know what? I grew accustomed to Ravens, and others to “Patriots” and “Cowboys.” It won’t be long we will have grown accustomed to “Commanders” as well. - Even more, if they start winning. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 9, 2022

Commanders 2021 end of season awards list / With the Super Bowl only days away, that means we are also

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Feb 8, 2022

Washington DB Deshazor Everett charged with manslaughter in fatal car crash / Everett, 29, had 10 tackles in 14 games

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Feb 8, 2022

Washington Commanders' Deshazor Everett charged with involuntary manslaughter from December accident / Washington Commanders’ safety Deshazor Everett was charged with

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Feb 8, 2022

Commanders' Deshazor Everett Charged With Involuntary Manslaughter In December Crash / Washington Commanders safety Deshazor Everett

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Feb 8, 2022

NFL's 'investigation' of Washington was sham from the start / “This isn’t an investigation into what was wrong or the

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Feb 8, 2022

NFL's 'investigation' of Washington was sham from the start / “This isn’t an investigation into what was wrong or the

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Feb 8, 2022

A surprise at No. 1 in PFF's latest mock draft / There have been constants atop mock drafts since the

A surprise at No. 1 in PFF's latest mock draft / There have been constants atop mock drafts since the end of the 2021 NFL season. No quarterback was worthy of going No. 1 overall, and Oregon pass-rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux was among the top few picks. - In Pro Football Focus’ latest mock draft, Seth Galina has zero quarterbacks going in the first round. And Thibodeaux? He lasts until No. 8 overall. - Galina noted in his mock draft that there would be quarterbacks taken in the first round. Of course, there will be quarterbacks in the first round. Galina said he doesn’t have any of the 2022 draft-eligible quarterbacks with a first-round grade. - Thibodeaux landing at No. 8 is a surprise, but there are some concerns about the Oregon star. As for No. 1 overall, PFF has Jacksonville selecting Mississippi State offensive tackle Charles Cross. - Cross is an outstanding prospect, and when you picked a franchise quarterback last season, it makes sense to do all you can to protect him. - With no quarterback going to Washington, what does Galina have the Commanders doing at No. 11 overall? Picking a linebacker, which is the team’s second-biggest need. - The linebacker? Devin Lloyd of Utah. - This is another potential spot for a quarterback, but I’m just not ready to pull the trigger. Instead, Washington’s first pick nets one of the best all-around talents in the draft. Lloyd is an effective pass-rusher, coverage defender and run-stopper. Washington has been terrible at linebacker for almost five seasons and needs help at the position. - Let’s ignore the fact that Washington needs a quarterback, or let’s say it was addressed via trade. Lloyd is a phenomenal talent. If the Commanders could somehow land Lloyd, he would be the missing piece to the defense. He can play inside, giving Washington incredible speed at all three linebacker spots. Lloyd can cover, roam sideline to sideline, or rush the passer. - He’s an outstanding prospect. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 8, 2022

Russell Wilson 'not against' being traded to Washington' / Russell Wilson "not against" playing in Washington?

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Feb 8, 2022

Malik Willis lands inside top 10 in new ESPN mock draft / After every draft event, we see lots of

Malik Willis lands inside top 10 in new ESPN mock draft / After every draft event, we see lots of movement in mock drafts. Whether it’s the Senior Bowl, combine, pro days, or individual workouts, a player’s stock either rises or falls depending on his performance in the previous event. - With the Senior Bowl in the rearview mirror and the combine a few weeks away, the latest mock drafts are rolling in based on what we saw in Mobile, Alabama, last week. Liberty quarterback Malik Willis is the biggest winner from the Senior Bowl. Willis dazzled scouts and coaches - Jordan Reid of ESPN released his latest two-round mock draft Monday and he has Willis going No. 6 overall to the Carolina Panthers. - What about Washington? Reid has Washington going with Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett at No. 11 overall. - The Commanders have to upgrade at quarterback, and they’ll likely be in the running for veterans via free agency or trade to provide competition for Taylor Heinicke. In this scenario, they look to the draft to try to find their long-term answer at the position. Pickett, who started 49 games in college, is ready to step in and play in Year 1. He took a massive leap in 2021, throwing 42 touchdown passes to just seven interceptions while averaging 8.7 yards per attempt. - Reid listed Washington’s top three needs as QB, OL and DB, which I don’t necessarily agree with. The Commanders will likely need to replace Brandon Scherff at right guard, but the other four spots are set. There are solid in-house options to replace Scherff. Yes, Washington should target an offensive lineman at some point in the draft, but I am of the mindset you draft at least one every year to build depth. It’s not a pressing need. - Outside of quarterback, inside linebacker is Washington’s most glaring need. - At No. 42 overall, Reid has the Commanders selecting Penn State safety Jaquan Brisker. - Brisker, who has been praised for his leadership and communication skills in the back end, is a versatile safety who can play both strong safety and in the high post, though he’s better closer to the line of scrimmage. At 6-foot-1, 200 pounds, he is a competitive run defender with experience playing multiple spots. - Ron Rivera would like Brisker’s versatility. However, if Washington takes a safety early in the draft, it’s likely to be one who is more of a center-fielder than one who is better in the box. Kam Curl has one spot locked down. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every

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Feb 8, 2022

Commanders pick up a big win in bid for new stadium in Virginia / The Washington Commanders haven’t played their

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Feb 8, 2022

Did Washington pick the right name with 'Commanders?' / Chris Simms likes Washington's new name. Florio doesn't, of course.

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Feb 7, 2022

Commanders set to be 'selectively aggressive' in QB pursuit / The Washington Commanders have a new name, new uniforms and,

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Feb 7, 2022

Feinstein scolds NFL owners, Snyder / “The news for the NFL this past week was certainly not good, ” commented

Feinstein scolds NFL owners, Snyder / “The news for the NFL this past week was certainly not good, ” commented John Feinstein launching his weekly appearance on “The Sports Junkies,” Friday morning on 106.7 the Fan - The Junkies inquired to Feinstein regarding his observations primarily concerning the Brian Flores suit vs the Miami Dolphins, NY Giants, Denver Broncos and the NFL, and the new revelations concerning Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder. - Feinstein conveyed Flores not getting hired and being passed over confirmed what Tony Dungy, Mike Tomlin, Jim Caldwell and Lovie Smith said to him in his research for his current book, “Raise a Fist, Take a Knee.” - Feinstein was clear he does not think the Flores suit will ever come to court. “The NFL does not want discovery anymore than they want the Snyder report to come out. This is why they specifically asked to not have a report in writing. It is part of their coverup… I believe there will be a settlement of some kind.” - Regarding the newest allegations against Dan Snyder, Eric Bickel spoke of how we all know who Snyder is and therefore this newest testimony was not shocking to any of us. To which Feinstein simply replied, “You add it to the pile.” - Bickel without hesitation agreed, saying Snyder “should have already been gotten rid of a long time ago… Isn’t he (Snyder) going to go scorched turf on all the other owners?” - “They know he is litigious,” affirmed Feinstein. “If they throw him out, as an owner he probably knows stuff about owners we do not know. He will absolutely go public. The bottom line is this is an old white boys club…Look what happened to Bob Kraft. He got off on a technicality.” - It is no secret that Feinstein loathes Dan Snyder, often being heard calling him horrible, evil, etc. Friday with tongue-in-cheek John offered, “By the way, I do think one of the reasons they picked ‘Commanders’ for the name is because Snyder is going to claim to be the ‘Commander in Chief’ and he is going to want them to play, ‘Hail to the Chief’ when he walks into his box at games.” - The Duke Alumnus referenced meeting Roger Goodell years ago, asking the NFL commissioner what they were going to do with Snyder, to which Goodell responded, “Oh, Dan is a great guy. I like Dan, he is really a good guy.” - Feinstein added the Congressional roundtable last week actually possessed no authority, “Congress does not have the power to force the NFL to provide Congress a report, or to force the NFL to do anything.” - Feinstein told of how he has testified before Congress, but the process doesn’t “do anything other than give the congressmen some publicity.” He is correct, and by now, shouldn’t all thinking adults know it as well? - - - - - - - - -

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Feb 7, 2022

Commanders land at No. 11 in ESPN ranking of NFL offseason salary cap space, draft picks / The Washington Commanders

Commanders land at No. 11 in ESPN ranking of NFL offseason salary cap space, draft picks / The Washington Commanders desperately need a quarterback. And an inside linebacker. Fortunately for the Commanders, they are in a good position to fill those needs in 2022. - ESPN recently ranked all 32 teams using draft capital, first-round picks and salary-cap rooms to determine which teams were in the best shape to improve this offseason. - Washington was ranked No. 11: - Draft capital AV sum: 77.9 - First-round pick: No. 11 - Current cap space: $37.5 million - Washington has the No. 11 overall pick, but at the moment only six selections in the 2022 draft. It does have enough cap space to consider a free-agent move at quarterback, but much remains to be seen. - There is good news and bad news. First, Washington doesn’t have a ton of glaring needs. Quarterback and inside linebacker are positions that must be improved heading into 2022. The other needs, such as cornerback, safety, wide receiver, or guard, aren’t as pressing and you can find depth in the middle of the draft or in free agency. - The bad news is what if you need to trade for a quarterback? For instance, if Russell Wilson became available, what would it cost? Or, what if Washington wanted to move inside the top 10 to land a quarterback, such as Malik Willis? - The more you move to land a quarterback, lessens your ability to find a linebacker or to find depth. But, if you somehow landed Wilson — a longshot — you do whatever it takes. - One thing is certain: head coach Ron Rivera cannot afford another offseason with little impact from his top acquisitions, whether via free agency or the 2022 NFL draft. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 7, 2022

Learning to laugh with Washington 'Commanders' / Some are having fun with Washington's new name.

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Feb 7, 2022

Another former Washington offensive assistant is an NFL head coach / Mike McDaniel is the new head coach of the

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Feb 6, 2022

Which free agent should Washington bring back for 2022? / It's not Brandon Scherff.

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Feb 6, 2022

PFF agrees on Commanders' No.1 offseason need / It's no secret what Washington's biggest need is this offseason.

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Feb 5, 2022

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Feb 5, 2022

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Feb 5, 2022

Terry McLaurin is Washington's most notable Senior Bowl alum / Terry McLaurin is proof of what the Senior Bowl can

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Feb 5, 2022

PFT hosts question Snyder and Goodell / Mike Florio and Peter King took issue with Washington Commanders’ owner Daniel Snyder’s

PFT hosts question Snyder and Goodell / Mike Florio and Peter King took issue with Washington Commanders’ owner Daniel Snyder’s statement following Thursday’s Congressional roundtable where former employees testified regarding unprofessional and sexual harassment in the Washington workplace environment. - Florio indicated that Snyder in making his denial made an issue of these allegations supposedly occurring 13 years ago. Florio was of the opinion that it sounded like Snyder was attempting too hard to deny the allegations when voicing the allegations are 13-years old. Florio also reminded viewers that Snyder’s denial was made when he was not under oath, but the accusers were under oath when making their accusations. - Where Florio made more substantive ground was pointing out the NFL’s investigation conducted by Beth Wilkinson inexplicably lacks a written report. Without a written report one cannot focus upon clarified accusations against specifically named individuals. - Peter King directly took issue with the NFL, expressing, “they got away with not issuing any report on this.” King spoke of the absurdity that the NFL issued a 200-page report on inflated footballs by the New England Patriots in a 2015 report, yet when allegations were raised regarding sexual harassment, the NFL did not desire a written report? “The whole thing just smells,” said King alluding to the NFL’s desire to not have a written record. He called the NFL’s action of not having Wilkinson submit a written report “stonewalling.” - Florio voiced that Roger Goodell “is pedaling crap, bastardizing the reality of this,” that the NFL is using the privacy of the victims “as a human shield” in all of this. He pointed out the NFL used great effort to dig into the Jon Gruden language because they actually wanted Gruden’s statements revealed. Florio called the inconsistency “bull crap.” - Florio conveyed, “I feel like this could go very badly for Daniel Snyder, he could be the sacrificial lamb.” - He expressed that the NFL owners might feel the mounting pressure to act in some way to show they are in charge and hold one of their fellow owners accountable. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 5, 2022

CBS gives Washington the linebacker it needs in latest mock draft / The Washington Commanders have multiple needs to address

CBS gives Washington the linebacker it needs in latest mock draft / The Washington Commanders have multiple needs to address this offseason. No two needs stand out bigger than quarterback and inside linebacker. We know of Washington’s pursuit for a quarterback, but its search for a linebacker could be the difference between another underachieving season and a playoff berth in 2022. - General manager Martin Mayhew, top personnel executive Marty Hurney and select coaches were present at the 2022 Senior Bowl this week scouting some of the 2022 NFL draft’s top quarterbacks. There were also some talented linebackers in Mobile, too. - No, top prospect Devin Lloyd did not participate in the Senior Bowl, but there were also top talented prospects on the field. So, if Washington addresses the quarterback position before the 2022 NFL draft in April, linebacker would likely be the pick at No. 11 — if the Commanders do not trade the pick. - Virtually every mock draft we’ve covered has Washington going quarterback at No. 11. Kyle Stackpole of CBS Sports unveiled his latest mock draft after the completion of practice week at the Senior Bowl. - Stackpole, who previously worked for Washington’s website, knows the team well. He gives them a linebacker at No. 11 in Georgia’s Nakobe Dean. - It seems like everyone just assumes that the newly named Washington Commanders will select someone to command their offense in April’s draft. But what if Ron Rivera and Co. take another big swing in free agency (like they did for Matthew Stafford last year) or try to work out a blockbuster trade? In that case, the Commanders’ attention shifts to the second level of their defense. Despite being undersized, Dean has the leadership, instincts and playmaking ability to be the missing piece for a talented unit that unperformed in 2021. - Everything Stackpole said is correct. Washington will be desperate to fill the void at linebacker, but Dean will not last until the second round. Neither will Lloyd. Both should go somewhere among the first 20 selections. - You’ve heard this before and you’ll hear it again: This is a massive offseason for head coach Ron Rivera and the Commanders. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 5, 2022

LOOK: Washington's Jonathan Allen poses for pic with Seahawks QB Russell Wilson / It’s been a busy week for Washington

LOOK: Washington's Jonathan Allen poses for pic with Seahawks QB Russell Wilson / It’s been a busy week for Washington Pro Bowl defensive tackle Jonathan Allen. First, Allen was at FedEx Field and on NBC’s Today Show Wednesday for the franchise’s unveiling of the new name. The Washington Football Team is now the Washington Commanders. - After the event, Allen hopped on a plane for Las Vegas for his first Pro Bowl. The Pro Bowl is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 6, at Allegiant Stadium in Vegas. - At the Pro Bowl, players talk to other top players around the league. For some, it’s about catching up with old friends; for others, it’s about making new friends. - On Friday, Washington Commanders’ Twitter was in an uproar when Allen’s wife, Hannah, posted a photo on Instagram from the Pro Bowl with her husband. Also in the picture, Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson and his famous wife, Ciara. - - - - - - - - - - - - - View this post on Instagram - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A post shared by Hannah Allen (@iam_hanallen) - - - - - Any other time, this is no big deal. And, honestly, it’s still no big deal. However, Washington has made it known it will be big-game hunting for a franchise quarterback this offseason. While nothing has been said officially, because, well, it can’t be, Wilson and Aaron Rodgers are considered Ron Rivera’s swing-for-the-fences options under center. - Of course, Wilson and Rodgers need to be made available first, and there’s no indication will happen. Why would Seattle or Green Bay trade quarterbacks of that caliber? - But that doesn’t mean teams won’t call. Some will be aggressive, while others will at least check in on the quarterbacks. - Naturally, Washington fans had fun with the photo. One even photoshopped Ciara in a Commanders’ jacket. - The odds of Wilson ever coming to Washington are slim. But it’s the offseason, and hope is in the air. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - -

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Feb 5, 2022

1991: The greatest season in Washington Football history, NFC divisional round / This 2021 NFL season reminds us that 30

1991: The greatest season in Washington Football history, NFC divisional round / This 2021 NFL season reminds us that 30 years ago Washington assembled its greatest team in franchise history, going 14-2 and racing through the playoffs to the Super Bowl XXVI championship and Vince Lombardi Trophy. - Divisional Playoff—Washington 24, Atlanta 7— January 4, 1992 - The two teams had met in Week 11 of the regular season in the rain at RFK, where Washington QB Mark Rypien enjoyed the best game of his career. On that day, Rypien had thrown six touchdown passes, gaining 442 yards through the air as Washington slaughtered the Falcons 56-17. - The weather for the rematch in the divisional round of the playoffs was worse, as it rained off and on throughout the game with wind gusts up to 35 mph and the RFK turf was a muddy mess. - Atlanta came to town talking loudly, strutting their stuff and Evander Holyfield and M.C. Hammer accompanied them on the sideline, Hammer having made a music video with the Falcons. - The Falcons being led by their vocal leaders, coach Jerry Glanville and Deion Sanders loved to talk. In the first quarter, Falcons’ wide receiver Andre Rison was talking smack and Redskin linebacker Wilber Marshall approached Rison, head-butting him. - The Washington defense hit harder than Atlanta could endure, applying pressure in the pocket all day and forcing six Atlanta turnovers. Meanwhile, Gerald Riggs pounded in touchdown runs from one and two yards, after Ricky Ervins had started the game’s scoring with his 17-yard run. - After leading 14-7 at the half, Washington was never threatened, winning 24-7 and it could have been worse, as Washington kicker Chip Lohmiller missed three field goals in the soggy conditions. - As the game’s ending drew near, suddenly a Redskins fan threw his yellow seat cushion out into the end zone. Then another fan, and another. Suddenly it appeared a couple of thousand yellow seat cushions were flying in the air all over the stadium, even from the upper deck, and voices rose louder and louder in celebration over another convincing Washington victory in the 1991 season. - - Monte Coleman, Danny Copeland, Martin Mayhew and Kurt Gouveia each had an interception, and Tim Stokes collected two QB sacks while Tim Johnson and Coleman each enjoyed one sack. - Ervins finished with 104 yards on 23 carries and Earnest Byner added 57 in his 14 carries. Gary Clark led receivers with six catches for 64 yards, Art Monk had three receptions for 45 yards. - Washington’s 24-7 win over Atlanta meant they would face the Detroit Lions in the NFC Championship game the following weekend at RFK. Detroit had routed Dallas 38-6 in the other NFC Divisional playoff game at Detroit. - The AFC Divisional round saw John Elway lead a comeback win over Warren Moon and Houston 26-24, and Jim Kelly and Thurman Thomas led Buffalo to an easy 37-14 win over Kansas City. -

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Feb 5, 2022

Washington's fan event at FedEx Field is a huge hit / The Washington Commanders held an event in the parking

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Feb 4, 2022

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Feb 4, 2022

Sources: Brown leaves Wiz for Ravens front office / Sashi Brown is leaving Monumental Sports and the Washington Wizards to

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Feb 4, 2022

Congress sets deadline for NFL to release Washington investigation findings / If Washington owner Dan Snyder thought a new team

Congress sets deadline for NFL to release Washington investigation findings / If Washington owner Dan Snyder thought a new team name and logo would help everyone forget about the franchise’s past, that’s not the case. - One day after Washington unveiled its new team name, logo and uniforms at FedEx Field, six former team employees testified before Congress at a roundtable concerning the investigation into Washington’s toxic workplace culture under Snyder. - New allegations emerged against Snyder at Wednesday’s roundtable, which Snyder responded to, acknowledging past issues with the franchise, but strongly denied the new claims. - More news was released Friday as Congress has set a deadline of Feb. 14 for the NFL to release everything regarding its year-long investigation of Washington. - - JUST IN: Congress is giving the NFL a deadline of February 14th to turn over all documents pertaining to the toxic workplace / sexual harassment culture of Washington and team owner Dan Snyder. - The Commanders era is off to a great start! https://t.co/usNUuZZcUr - — Dan Lust (@SportsLawLust) February 4, 2022 - - - More details emerged from Congress’ investigation into Washington, via Tisha Thompson of ESPN. According to Thompson, Snyder must OK the release of the findings: - The NFL may not be able to publicly release the findings of its internal investigation of the Washington Commanders without the explicit permission of owner Daniel Snyder, according to a document released Friday morning by the congressional committee investigating the NFL. - When Washington initially hired attorney Beth Wilkinson in 2020 to investigate the team’s workplace culture, it requested a written report. However, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell “personally instructed that Ms. Wilkinson was to present him with oral, not written, findings in a stark departure from the League’s previous practices,” per a statement from the congressional committee Friday morning. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 4, 2022

Chase Young talks recovery, Commanders / The 2021 NFL season was disappointing for Washington Commanders defensive end Chase Young. After

Chase Young talks recovery, Commanders / The 2021 NFL season was disappointing for Washington Commanders defensive end Chase Young. After winning NFL defensive rookie of the year in 2020, Young started nine games in 2021, recording just 1.5 sacks before tearing his ACL in a Week 10 win over the Buccaneers. - In a recent interview with CBS Sports, Young talked about his recovery. - “It’s going great,” Young told CBS Sports when asked about his rehab. “I already squatted 225 (pounds); I’m already one-leg squatting. It’s going great. You know, the process was definitely humbling, but I’m excited to go through it just to see what type of person I’m going to be on the other side.” - Young discussed the mental aspect of removing from a devastating knee injury, saying he had spoken to former Washington linebacker Thomas Davis — a Ron Rivera favorite. Thomas famously suffered three torn ACLs and developed into a first-team All-Pro and three-time Pro Bowler over a remarkable 16-year NFL career. - “I’m a lot stronger than I thought,” said Young. “I’ve never had an injury like this before, and I know what it’s going to take to get back. I’ve talked to Thomas Davis and other people who have torn their ACLs. Some people not just once, but multiple times. - As you might expect, Washington’s recent rebranding was a hot topic. - Young was one of three Washington players the team used in the buildup to unveil the new team name. Young, wide receiver Terry McLaurin and defensive tackle Jonathan Allen modeled the new Commanders’ uniforms. Each player knew the new name ahead of time. - While initially skeptical of the new name, Young has come around, especially after seeing the uniforms. - “It grew on me just seeing the jerseys and everything that we are going to stand for with the name, knowing we’re from D.C.,” Young said. “It definitely grew on me, so I’m ready to go out there and be a Commander, and we’re going to be commanding — know that!” - Young is especially fond of the black alternate jerseys, which Allen modeled. - “I always liked our jerseys, always loved our colors even since I was a young kid,” Young said. “But the alternate black jerseys, that’s probably my favorite. I loved the white jersey I had on and that Burgundy jersey I love. On the regular away game, that white jersey is nice; it’s crisp, man.” - While many aren’t fans of the name, the logo and uniforms were important. And it appears Washington’s new uniforms were a hit with Young and his teammates. - As for his recovery, Young has refused to give a timeline, which is smart. What Washington doesn’t need is another “All in for Week 1.” Young is far too important to the franchise to rush his recovery from a knee injury that occurred in November. - - - - - - - - -

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Feb 4, 2022

NFL Can't Release Findings from Commanders Probe Without Daniel Snyder's Permission / The NFL may be unable to publicly release

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Feb 4, 2022

NFL Can't Release Findings from Commanders Probe Without Daniel Snyder's Permission / The NFL may be unable to publicly release

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Feb 4, 2022

Committee: Snyder has say if findings go public / A congressional committee said that Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder has

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Feb 4, 2022

Nevada quarterback Carson Strong has met with Washington at the Senior Bowl / Washington has met with Nevada quarterback Carson

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Feb 4, 2022

Liberty quarterback Malik Willis is standing out at the Senior Bowl / There were five quarterbacks taken in the 2021

Liberty quarterback Malik Willis is standing out at the Senior Bowl / There were five quarterbacks taken in the 2021 NFL draft. All five started games in 2021, although San Francisco’s Trey Lance started just two games due to an injury to starter Jimmy Garoppolo. - The last quarterback taken — Mac Jones to the Patriots at No. 15 overall — was the most successful of the rookies in 2021. - Now, we turn out attention to the 2022 NFL draft, where most scouts are split on who is the top passer for this class. Some say Kenny Pickett; others say Malik Willis, Sam Howell, or Matt Corral. Most agree that none of this year’s crop of passers would have gone ahead of any of last season’s first-round quarterbacks. - This week at the Reese’s Senior Bowl, six of the draft’s top quarterbacks have had an opportunity to impress NFL scouts and coaches. The Washington Commanders, who own the No. 11 overall pick, will acquire a starting quarterback before the 2022 season. Will it be via trade, free agency, or the NFL draft? - While all the quarterbacks at the Senior Bowl have impressed to some degree, Willis has stood out the most. - The 6-foot-3, 220-pound Willis has the highest upside of all the passers available in the upcoming draft. Willis has a thick build, a rocket for an arm and impressive escapability. - Check out this play from Thursday’s practice: - - Malik Willis is FUN. Coming off of PA rollout to his right, he slips. Regains his footing and fires a hot sidearm to the TE. Sheesh. #SeniorBowl pic.twitter.com/BsKpn3TYIb - — Jared Feinberg (Burrow stan) (@JRodNFLDraft) February 2, 2022 - - - You can’t teach what Willis brings to the table. Washington coach Ron Rivera has stated mobility is an integral part of the process for the Commanders’ next quarterback. - Willis spoke to Crissy Froyd of The Draft Network this week and spoke of some areas he was working on in the pre-draft process: - “In this pre-draft process, I’ve been focused on showing some things I wasn’t able to show during the season that I can do,” Willis said. “Just honing in on those things so whenever I get the opportunity these next few months to put it in front of somebody. I’ve definitely fine-tuned the footwork. I’m learning a whole new set of footwork from under center than what I learned in college, where I was mostly in the gun. Just getting snaps and getting out of there, so I don’t get stepped on by one of these linemen.” - One of the knocks on Willis was his accuracy. Early in the week, he had a tough day. However, Willis has shown daily growth as the week has moved on. - Jim Nagy, executive director of the Senior Bowl, says another team with a quarterback vacancy is already eyeing Willis. - - Wednesday @seniorbowl practice recap: pic.twitter.com/yxv0saYGfL - — Jim

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Feb 4, 2022

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Commanders president Jason Wright interviewed on Team 980 / Washington Commanders team president Jason Wright made his initial appearance on the “Kevin Sheehan Show” (The Team 980 AM) Thursday. - Sheehan launched the interview expressing empathy to Wright, stating he recognized a new name was quite the challenge and Wright is new to the franchise and its history. He then asked Wright how Wright felt the unveiling transpired. - Wright was also empathetic to fans who have been diehard Redskins fans all of their lives. “This is a grieving process for so many of our hardcore fans who have been with the team for some time.” - Wright was correct in stating it “was never going to be a super triumphant moment.” There were naturally going to be fans who loved “Commanders” and there were going to be some who preferred another name such as “Red Hogs,” and of course some still desiring the historical “Redskins” name. - Wright expressed “Commanders” was settled on about four months ago. When Sheehan inquired regarding the key decision-makers, Wright kindly refused to name names, or single out who might have been the chief influential person(s). - Wright also preferred to not be disclosing who the final three candidates were for the new name. When Sheehan pressed a bit, Wright responded, “Our goal is for people to be familiar and engaged with this name…The best thing we can do is focus on the ‘why’ we picked this (name).” - Sheehan expressed an understanding of why Wright might not want to disclose the three names but speaking for the fans (of which he has been one for about 50 years) he also understood why the majority of fans would like to know what were the actual three finalists. - Wright revealed that one of the names they explored closely was “DC Football Club” but upon further investigation, they discovered there was a soccer team called the “Detroit City Football Club” whose colors were actually burgundy and gold. - Sheehan asked directly concerning “Redwolves” and Wright conveyed legal analysts were quick to say it would be problematic on a number of fronts. - Sheehan was most direct expressing, “What bothered me more than anything else” (me as well, Kevin) when he stated, You guys got the championship seasons wrong, are you going to fix it?” - Wright attempted to convey it was actually correct, and it is “the usual nomenclature” in how the NFL officially records its champions. However, that is simply false. - Wright is correct that the Super Bowl itself is played in the following calendar year. Yet, Sheehan did an admirable job reminding Wright that Washington head coach Ron Rivera played for the ’85 Bears, not the ’86 Bears and that the city just celebrated last week the 30-year anniversary of the ’91 Redskins not the ’92 Redskins. - I’ve been a fan for 50 years and I have ALWAYS seen it stated by the NFL that the ’72 Redskins won the NFC,

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Feb 4, 2022

Washington owner Dan Snyder releases statement after new allegations emerge / Washington owner Dan Snyder responds to latest allegations.

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Feb 4, 2022

Six former Washington employees testify at Congressional roundtable / Six former Washington Commanders employees testified at a Congressional roundtable Thursday,

Six former Washington employees testify at Congressional roundtable / Six former Washington Commanders employees testified at a Congressional roundtable Thursday, regarding the organization’s toxic workplace environment. - In an idealized world, we would like to think the roundtable was only about the victim’s allegations and the actions of those accused. Unfortunately, moments of political drama illustrated once again that US congressmen should have strictly defined job descriptions. - The Congressional roundtable called by Carolyn Maloney (D-NY) is choosing to look into the workplace culture of the Washington organization, though questions have been raised on what is the proper responsibility of this particular committee. - Rep. James Comer (KY-R) expressed that no one should experience harassment at work and that harassers should be held accountable. “But it’s unclear why examining harassment that took place a decade ago in one private workplace warrants oversight from this committee.” - Democrats responded saying he was “a little bit dismissive” and victimizing the female witnesses again to which Comer responded, “bull crap.” - The NFL had Beth Wilkinson investigate and the result of her oral report to the NFL was that the Washington team was fined $10 million for behavior that was unprofessional, inappropriate, bullying, sexual harassment. - On to the actual testimony, where indeed it was troubling to hear what these women testified to have experienced. - Tiffany Johnston voiced that Daniel Snyder inappropriately touched her leg under a table, and later aggressively pushed her toward his limo with his hand on her lower back. She claimed Snyder’s attorney interjected, “Dan, Dan, this is a bad idea.” - Jason Friedman, an employee for the organization for over 20 years, was said to have written and signed a letter stating he witnessed the events of that night to which Johnston referred. - The allegations this time were also directed at Snyder himself, where previously what has been stated is that Snyder was guilty of being negligent regarding the inappropriate behavior of other men towards women in the workplace. - Emily Applegate claimed she was told to not wear flat shoes because Snyder “liked the way my body looked better in high heels.” She stated her photo was taken without her permission and was then distributed to others by her boss. She was called a sexual slur (not specified) and when she objected, standing up for herself, she was told she was a distraction, excusing grown men for their actions. - When asked why she had not reported these incidents to human resources (HR) she specifically named Snyder as the one who had not only accepted the culture but created it and encouraged the behavior. - Much more transpired but limited space here does not permit further elaboration. - Here is the C-Span coverage to provide you access. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - -

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Feb 3, 2022

Former Washington LB Will Compton opposes 'Commanders' / Pat McAfee and former Washington linebacker Will Compton freely voiced their feelings

Former Washington LB Will Compton opposes 'Commanders' / Pat McAfee and former Washington linebacker Will Compton freely voiced their feelings about “Commanders” soon following the announcement. - McAfee went off on an aspect of the new name yesterday. - Briefly there was a reminder that Washington DE Chase Young had spoken out prior to the announcement that he did not like Commanders at all, giving it a grade of “F.” - McAfee joked it was going to be difficult for fans to cheer, “Here we go Commanders, here we go!” - He stated it is going to be much easier to cheer, “Here we go Commies, here we go!” - Will Compton stated he “would play for the Commies” but responding to the new name, didn’t hold back, “I think it is trash.” - Compton spoke of “cool names like Wolves and Redwolves” and also how he was disappointed in the uniforms, “the jerseys look like Any Given Sunday out there.” - - "The Commanders name is TRASH" ~@_willcompton#PatMcAfeeShowLIVE pic.twitter.com/2huIqx5njJ - — at McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) February 2, 2022 - - - Compton expressed he is sure he will “be burning at the stake in DC” but that his comments were in no way “a shot at the great fans in Washington DC.” - “There are a lot of great people out there (DMV). I loved playing for them my five years. They were my first NFL team, they gave me my first shot. So I would love to be ‘a Commie’ it is just my subjective feeling about (the new name) “the Commanders.” - McAfee said there was a lot of hate out there toward the new name “Commanders” before adding, but winning was all that matters. To which Compton responded, “Winning solves everything, dude.” - - They got my guys looking like a team ready to join the Pac-12 pic.twitter.com/kpDhbuhCNf - — Will Compton (@_willcompton) February 2, 2022 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Feb 2, 2022

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Feb 2, 2022

Could Jimmy Garoppolo be an option for Washington? / The 2021 NFL season is officially over for all but two

Could Jimmy Garoppolo be an option for Washington? / The 2021 NFL season is officially over for all but two teams. That means 30 teams are now looking toward the offseason. For the Washington Football Team, a new potential quarterback target emerged after the NFC championship game. - When the Los Angeles Rams defeated the San Francisco 49ers Sunday, it was likely Jimmy Garoppolo’s last game for the 49ers. San Francisco traded up in the 2021 NFL draft to select Trey Lance last April, and all indications are the team will move forward with him under center in 2022. - What about Garoppolo? - On Tuesday, Garoppolo spoke with the media and sounded like a guy who expects to be traded soon. - “I was talking to John yesterday about finding the right destination and whatever the future holds, just doing it the right way,” Garoppolo said per Nick Wagoner of ESPN. - “I’ve got a long career ahead of me. I’m excited about it. I’m excited about the opportunities to come. I just want to go to a place where they want to win.” - Garoppolo helped lead the 49ers to within three points of its second Super Bowl appearance in three years. No, he didn’t particularly play well in the playoffs, but he will have plenty of suitors. Have you seen some of the quarterbacks currently playing in the NFL? - Garoppolo is what some would call a “winner.” He is beloved by his teammates. - - Kraxy how y’all have so much to say about our quarterback…. Check His Win Percentage…. Okay I’ll Wait. Pure Winner @JimmyG_10 - — Deebo (@19problemz) January 27, 2022 - - - Several teams will be in the market for a passer. Tampa Bay, Carolina, Pittsburgh, New Orleans and Denver will join Washington in looking for a quarterback. There will be others, too, but these are the teams clearly in desperate need. - Garoppolo shouldn’t require the same compensation as Matthew Stafford one year ago. However, it’s all about supply and demand. Garoppolo will be an upgrade for most teams, which means he will be in demand. So, any team acquiring him will likely have to part with at least a second-round pick and perhaps another mid-round pick. And after trading for him, the team will need to sign him to an extension. - Don’t be surprised if something happens soon on the Garoppolo front, whether it’s Washington or another team. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - -

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Feb 1, 2022

Washington goes silent day before name reveal? / What time will the Washington Football Team make the huge announcement Wednesday

Washington goes silent day before name reveal? / What time will the Washington Football Team make the huge announcement Wednesday morning on NBC’s Today Show? - One would think the Washington Football Team would have posted on their website today — the day before they reveal the new team name — but no such post at all today in checking their website. - One would also think the Washington Football Team would have tweeted today regarding the announcement tomorrow. But as of 9:00 p.m., not a single tweet today regarding the franchise tomorrow announcing the team’s fourth name in their long history. - 1.3 million Twitter followers and you don’t tweet anything about your announcement tomorrow? - Whoever is leading the communication efforts, did not see that it might be a good idea to remind your 1.3 million followers to turn their TV to the NBC channel in their television market? - Are the folks in communication at the Washington Football Team aware that the Today Show airs from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.? As of now, still no tweet whatsoever regarding the announcement or the uniform unveiling. Do they expect fans to be sitting there for four hours tomorrow? How about some direction, please? - Did they not see it might be helpful to inform Washington fans they can go to Today.com if they can’t get to a television? Or might Washington fans like to be informed by the team that there is also a Today app? - A tip of the hat to Ben Standig who informed his Twitter followers that it might be during the 8:00 a.m. hour. - - Folks are asking about tomorrow's name change announcement. More about when it's happening rather than what it will be, at this point. - The local media has been advised to assemble at FedEx Field by 8 am. Sometime that hour on the "Today" show. - — Ben Standig (@BenStandig) February 1, 2022 - - - I am actually surprised… can’t believe that the Washington Football Team has been silent on “Announcement Eve.” But then again, we are talking about the ownership by the Snyders and the presidency of Jason Wright. - It appears the new name was already revealed — and not by Washington, at least not on purpose, we think. - Should I be surprised? Should any of us be surprised? - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - -

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Cooper Kupp was available for Washington / The fastest corners in the NFL simply can’t cover him. - He gets

Cooper Kupp was available for Washington / The fastest corners in the NFL simply can’t cover him. - He gets open several times every game and makes big catch after big catch. - Cooper Kupp was drafted in the 2017 NFL draft in the third round —No. 69 overall. This past season, Kupp caught 145 passes for 1,947 yards. That is not a typo: 145 receptions, 1,947 yards. - Washington had finished 2016 at 8-7-1 and was picked No. 17 overall in the NFL draft. Washington made a good, solid selection in round 1 with Jonathan Allen. - In round two and selecting at No. 49 overall, Washington took DE Ryan Anderson (Alabama). Cooper Kupp was available and Washington was not the only team who had no idea what Kupp would become. - However, former Washington offensive coordinator Sean McVay was involved in his first NFL draft as a head coach with the Los Angeles Rams. McVay said when he interviewed Kupp, he stood out as mature and like a coach. Hey, what were other coaches and scouts listening to when they interviewed Kupp? - I wonder, seeing Kupp played at Eastern Washington, how many of the other 31 teams even considered him worthy enough to interview him? - Were they not impressed that Kupp used to train by making single-handed catches of tennis balls flying at high speeds out of a ball machine? Did it occur to coaches that if a guy can catch a much smaller tennis ball at high speed, he is not going to have much trouble with a larger and slower football? - Did teams bother to find out that Kupp’s dad Craig Kupp had actually made it to the NFL? Craig was a quarterback. My, I wonder how much that influenced his son to sound like a coach as early as age 22? Craig had been drafted in the 5th round — No. 135 — in 1990 by the N.Y. Giants, and made the Cardinals roster in 1991. - If that’s not enough, Cooper Kupp’s grandfather (Jake) also played in the NFL (1964-75). What’s more, Jake actually was a Washington Redskin in the 1966 season, a tight end who caught four passes. He played guard the rest of his career but had a long enough career that he was obviously aware of much of the business and a very good athlete. - So back to Cooper Kupp who was passed over by Washington and many other NFL experts in that 2017 draft. Kupp is accustomed to being passed over by other “experts.” He was not even offered a college scholarship until after the completion of his high school senior season. No major conference colleges were interested. - When he ran a 4.62 40 at the NFL Combine did most coaches and scouts judge him too slow? Interestingly enough his times in the three-cone drill and 20-yard shuttle were outstanding. - McVay was only age 31 during his initial draft. Yet he knew enough to

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Washington Football orchestrates another major change (Part 2) / A look at all of Washington's helmet designs over the years.

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Jan 31, 2022

ESPN lists Washington in 'QB purgatory' / ESPN recently ranked all 32 NFL teams as belonging to eight separate categories.

ESPN lists Washington in 'QB purgatory' / ESPN recently ranked all 32 NFL teams as belonging to eight separate categories. There were categories such as “time for a major rebuild,” or the other end of the spectrum, “still serious contenders.” - Well, where was the Washington Football Team? - Stuck in quarterback purgatory. Yes, that was one of the eight categories ESPN listed to describe where Washington resided. - Washington was one of six teams “stuck in QB purgatory” The others included the Panthers, Broncos, Browns, Saints and Eagles. Being on this list means you have a solid roster that could be catapulted into a perennial winner if you find the right quarterback. - The Browns are on the list despite drafting Baker Mayfield No. 1 overall back in 2018. The Saints lost future Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Brees after 2020 and head coach Sean Payton after the 2021 season. - The inclusion of those two teams shows you how quickly you can fall into this category. - Here’s how ESPN described Washington entering the offseason: - Priorities this offseason: Situate the quarterback position long term. Taylor Heinicke played admirably in 2021, but coach Ron Rivera has gone through two seasons without stability at the position. It’s time. No more bridge options. Identify your guy. - Interior offensive line will be an issue since Brandon Scherff — coming off two franchise tags — will likely command $20 million per year in free agency. Replenishing the line is crucial. And signing wide receiver Terry McLaurin to an extension would be a prudent move. He has been the team’s most reliable player for three seasons. - Lastly, I’d like to see Washington motivate Chase Young to unleash havoc in Year 3. He came out flat this season before his knee injury, but he belongs up there with Nick Bosa and other top young pass-rushers, and he needs to show it. - Washinton head coach Ron Rivera is busy trying to acquire a veteran stud at quarterback. But landing Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, or Deshaun Watson likely isn’t happening. That means Washington should turn its full attention to the 2022 NFL draft to find its future starter. - Taylor Heinicke wasn’t terrible in 2021. He proved he’s a backup — and a competent backup. There’s nothing wrong with that, considering where Heinicke in Nov. 2020. However, for Washington to take the next step, it must solve the most important position in sports. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. -

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All 6 quarterbacks at the 2022 Reese's Senior Bowl / Everyone knows the Washington Football Team needs a quarterback. It’s

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Jan 31, 2022

Washington Football orchestrates another major change (Part 1) / “All progress comes as a result of change, but not all

Washington Football orchestrates another major change (Part 1) / “All progress comes as a result of change, but not all change is progress.” - Wise words, meaning, in life you are going to have to make changes to gain progress, but don’t simply be making change for the sake of change, because that will not necessarily lead to progress. - Wednesday morning Feb. 2, on the NBC Today Show the Washington Football Team will officially announce its new name, uniform and logo. - There have been these types of changes previously with the franchise, so on Monday and Tuesday, Washington Wire will provide a jet tour through some of these changes. - In the early 1930’s George Preston Marshall desired a franchise in the struggling professional football league being hosted by many smaller towns. The league leaking teams, Marshall was informed by the league he could have a team but they wanted the team in Boston for the 1932 season. - Marshall then named the team the “Braves” as the MLB Boston Braves (NL) playing at Braves Field, welcomed Marshall’s NFL franchise to also play at the facility. - Marshall’s first team in Boston finished their inaugural season 4-4-2. However, fans did not support the football Braves as much as expected, two owners departed, leaving Marshall alone, the team lost money, and the MLB Braves wanted to raise the rent on the football Braves. - Consequently, after the one season (1932), Marshall determined he would relocate his football version of the Boston Braves to another facility in town, Boston’s Fenway Park, which was home to MLB’s Boston Red Sox (AL). - Playing in a new facility and joining a new MLB team, Marshall deemed it best to no longer continue to be named the Boston Braves. Seeing Fenway already housed the Red Sox, the new team would be the Redskins. - However, the Redskins not being supported enough, Marshall would move his franchise after the 1936 season to Washington, where he owned a laundry business. He would join MLB’s Washington Senators playing at Griffith Stadium beginning in the 1937 season. - Tomorrow, the Redskins in Washington. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 31, 2022

Former Washington offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell is a wanted man / Could Kevin O’Connell be the next former Washington offensive

Former Washington offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell is a wanted man / Could Kevin O’Connell be the next former Washington offensive coach to mean an NFL head-coaching position in 2022? - According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, the Jacksonville Jaguars would like to speak to O’Connell about their head-coaching vacancy. O’Connell, the current Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator, cannot interview with the Jaguars until after the Super Bowl. - O’Connell’s Rams defeated the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game to earn a trip to Super Bowl LVI. Since the Jags didn’t do a first interview with O’Connell during divisional playoff week, they must now wait. - Last week, the Jaguars were expected to hire Tampa Bay offensive coordinator Byron Leftwich, but that hasn’t happened for various reasons. - - A new candidate has emerged in Jacksonville: Sources say the #Jaguars want to interview #Rams OC Kevin O’Connell, a dark horse who could quickly become the front runner. - My story: https://t.co/CExiFtnU0f - — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 30, 2022 - - - The Jaguars aren’t the only team interested in O’Connell. The Minnesota Vikings already interviewed O’Connell and are expected to seek a second interview sometime this week, per Aaron Wilson of Pro Football Network. - - Vikings are keeping close tabs on Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell, who is expected to conduct a second interview with them after NFC championship game and is regarded as one of their top candidates along with 49ers' DeMeco Ryans, per league sources. @PFN365 - — Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) January 30, 2022 - - - O’Connell spent three seasons in Washington (2017-19). Former head coach Jay Gruden hired O’Connell as quarterbacks coach after McVay left for Los Angeles. In each of the next two offseasons, O’Connell received two promotions, and in 2019 he served as offensive coordinator. - Current Washington coach Ron Rivera was interested in keeping O’Connell on staff but it was believed O’Connell wanted to have a say in his offensive staff. Washington chose to go with Scott Turner and O’Connell signed with the Rams to serve as McVay’s offensive coordinator. - A former NFL quarterback, the 36-year-old O’Connell has long been viewed as a fast-riser in the coaching ranks. - If O’Connell lands a head-coaching job, that would mean both of Gruden’s offensive coordinators in Washington went on to serve as a head coach. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. -

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Jan 30, 2022

Former Washington running back scores touchdown in AFC championship game / The Cincinnati Bengals were down 21-3 in the AFC

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Jan 30, 2022

Chase Young, Jonathan Allen and Terry McLaurin like Washington's new uniforms / This week, the Washington Football Team will unveil

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Jan 30, 2022

49ers have 3 former Washington players on Sunday's NFC championship game roster / Every time you open Twitter, someone reminds

49ers have 3 former Washington players on Sunday's NFC championship game roster / Every time you open Twitter, someone reminds the world that San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan and Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay once coached on the same staff in Washington. - It’s probably the most annoying NFL take that currently exists. People love to pile on Washington, even if they don’t include or even know the context of what they are discussing. - So, did you know McVay and Shanahan were on Mike Shanahan’s coaching staff? Yeah, see. - McVay coaching against Shanahan is old news at this point. The Rams and 49ers play in the same division and have faced one another 10 times, with Shanahan’s 49ers winning seven of those meetings. - As far as Sunday’s game on the field, three former Washington starters will see the field in the NFC championship game — and they all play for the 49ers. - Left tackle Trent Williams, cornerback Josh Norman and right tackle Tom Compton. Williams, of course, is the headliner, and we know his history in Washington. - Norman had a disappointing run in Washington and is now a key reserve for San Francisco’s secondary. Compton, meanwhile, was a former Washington draft pick in 2012 — the same year as Robert Griffin III and Kirk Cousins — and spent four seasons in Washington. Compton has played for multiple teams and usually follows Shanahan. He has started for the 49ers since Week 12. - While the Rams don’t have any former Washington players on the field Sunday, they have three former coaches outside of McVay. Both coordinators — offensive coordinator Kevin O’Connell and defensive coordinator Raheem Morris — spent time in Washington. - After five seasons in Washington, tight ends coach Wes Phillips is in his third year with Los Angeles. - So, Washington fans, who are you rooting for Sunday? Most Washington fans still have a soft spot for McVay, more so than Shanahan. And many Washington fans have since forgiven Williams. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 30, 2022

Washington's 5 most disappointing players in 2021: No. 1 / Washington's most disappointing player for 2021 is not a surprise.

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Jan 30, 2022

Ron Rivera a guest on Tress Way's podcast / Washington Head Coach Ron Rivera had a good time with punter

Ron Rivera a guest on Tress Way's podcast / Washington Head Coach Ron Rivera had a good time with punter Tress Way on his “Hang Time” podcast Friday. - Here are some nuggets: - Rivera told of how when he was the defensive coordinator with the Bears back in 2006, his office phone rang one night. This being before he had a cell phone, he figured it was his wife calling. - He answered only to hear a male voice saying he was Joey and he was thinking of playing the Bears defense against the Jets in fantasy football that Sunday. Joey asked, “Coach, what do you think?” Rivera played along, “I like our guys, Brian Urlacher is having a heck of a year, our rush has been good and I like our coverage guys to make some plays.” - Joey excitedly replied, “Oh, thanks, Coach, I am going to play you guys against the Jets.” Rivera kindly ended, “Ok, Joey, now do me a favor. Don’t call me again.” To which Joey responded, “Ok, no problem, Coach.” - Rivera hung up the phone and Sunday came and the Bears defeated the Jets and the defense had a good day holding the Jets down for most of the game. - Sure enough Monday night, Rivera was in his office working and…. you guessed it. The phone rang, Rivera picked it up, “Coach, this Joey, I just wanted to call and thank you.” Rivera responded, “Joey, don’t call me again, you are cheating your buddies talking with me” (laughter). - Coach Ron recalled how his father, an Army officer who served 32 years, told him when he was named head coach of Carolina, “Ronny, never forget this, ‘when you are in the heat of battle and things are going crazy and there is all this excitement and noise and everything is out of control, your soldiers are going to look at you and see if you are in control. If you are in control, they will calm down and stay in control.'” - When Rivera appears in public one of the most repeated responses is, “You are a lot bigger than I thought you were.” Rivera stands 6-foot-3, 240 pounds. Rivera typically responds with something like, “That is because you are used to seeing me on the sidelines beside guys like Cornelius Lucas or Brandon Scherff.” - Rivera played for the Bears and recalled one day head coach Mike Ditka was really getting after the players. Rivera approached him in his office, “Coach, can I ask you something? Why are you always on us like you are?” Ditka responded, “Ronny, just remember I will never ask you guys to do something I didn’t do as a player.” Rivera told Way that Ditka being a Hall of Famer, he certainly knew what it takes and had high standards, so Rivera learned he might want to listen closely to Ditka. - One summer, his Cal coach got him a job in construction. Rivera

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Jan 29, 2022

Who does PFF identify as a breakout player for Washington in 2022? / Washington didn’t receive a lot of help

Who does PFF identify as a breakout player for Washington in 2022? / Washington didn’t receive a lot of help from its 2021 draft class. First-round pick Jamin Davis struggled and was barely playing at the end of the season. Washington’s third-round picks, wide receiver Dyami Brown and cornerback Benjamin St-Juste had disappointing seasons. St-Juste ended his rookie season on injured reserve, while Brown failed to separate himself on an offense in dire need of playmakers. - Then, there was second-round pick, offensive tackle Sam Cosmi. The No. 51 overall pick from Texas, Cosmi had a rough start to his career. He had issues with Chase Young and Montez Sweat in training camp, yet slowly improved, ending camp as the starter at right tackle. - Unfortunately for Cosmi, injuries marred his rookie season, forcing him to miss eight games with injury. But when he played, Cosmi was outstanding — especially as a run blocker. He has a bright future. - Pro Football Focus recently named one breakout candidate for all 32 NFL teams in 2022, and Cosmi was the pick for Washington. - 2021 PFF Grade: 74.9 - Injury limited Cosmi to only nine games in his rookie season, but the 51st overall pick still showed enough for onlookers to believe he will become a strong starter for the Football Team. The 6-foot-7, 309-pound tackle entered the NFL with concerns in pass protection, and his 63.4 pass-blocking grade in those nine games didn’t alleviate them. Cosmi’s run blocking, on the other hand, was well beyond his years. He earned an 81.3 run-blocking grade and stood at the 94th percentile in negatively graded run-block rate among all tackles. With a little more polish to his pass sets, Cosmi can take that next step in 2022. - Cosmi has everything you want in an offensive tackle. He’s big, strong and agile. Washington wants to run the football, and Cosmi is a tone-setter as a run blocker. Washington was correct in its decision to let Morgan Moses go and draft Cosmi and sign Charles Leno. Now, Cosmi must prove he can stay healthy for an entire season. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 29, 2022

Washington's 5 most disappointing players in 2021: No. 2 / Who was Washington's second-most disappointing player in 2022?

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Jan 29, 2022

4 lessons Washington can learn from each remaining playoff team / For 28 NFL teams, the season is over. As

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Jan 28, 2022

Washington signs veteran linebacker to a contract extension / David Mayo is back for another season in 2022.

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Jan 28, 2022

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Jan 28, 2022

Washington Football Team signs LB David Mayo to one-year extension / All in all, Mayo made four starts in 2021,

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Jan 28, 2022

Washington gets a quarterback and linebacker in new 3-round mock draft / The two most significant needs for the Washington

Washington gets a quarterback and linebacker in new 3-round mock draft / The two most significant needs for the Washington Football this offseason are quarterback and inside linebacker. Well, after a new name, of course, but that will change next week. - Early mock drafts have Washington selecting a quarterback with its first-round pick — No. 11 overall. Washington is desperate to upgrade the game’s most important position, and head coach Ron Rivera hasn’t been shy admitting as much. - While many believe Rivera would prefer to add a veteran quarterback, it’s no guarantee one will be made available before the 2022 NFL draft. Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, Deshaun Watson and Derek Carr are four franchise quarterbacks who could be available this offseason. However, it seems unlikely Rodgers or Wilson will be made available, and Watson has unresolved legal issues. While not in the same tier as the other three, Carr is a borderline top-10 quarterback who is also doubtful to be moved. - That’s why all early mock drafts have a quarterback landing in Washington. - Draft Wire recently conducted a new three-round mock draft and went with a familiar theme at No. 11, penciling in Ole Miss quarterback Matt Corral to Washington. - Taylor Heinicke is a solid backup, but Washington needs a long-term upgrade at the game’s most important position. It’s a bad year to need a franchise quarterback at the top of the draft, but Corral is a versatile playmaker with tons of potential. - Corral is a popular choice early in the mock draft process, which means nothing. - In the second round, Draft Wire has Washington selecting Ohio State offensive tackle Nicholas Petit-Frere. Petit-Frere has everything you want in a left tackle. He possesses elite size, length and athleticism. While Washington doesn’t need a left tackle immediately, Petit-Frere could serve in a swing tackle role early in his career and eventually take over for Charles Leno. - In the third round, Washington selected Georgia linebacker Quay Walker. Walker isn’t the most popular Georgia linebacker — that’s Nakobe Dean. However, Walker is a legit NFL prospect in his own right. He has size and speed, in addition to the versatility that Rivera loves having on his roster. He’d be a solid addition in the third round. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the

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Jan 28, 2022

PFF has ranked Washington's 2021 NFL draft class / Pro Football Focus ranked all 32 NFL teams 2021 NFL draft

PFF has ranked Washington's 2021 NFL draft class / Pro Football Focus ranked all 32 NFL teams 2021 NFL draft class and where players were taken is part of their formula determining how successful a draft class performed. - For instance, Chase Young was drafted in round one, Antonio Gibson in round three and Kam Curl in round seven of the 2020 Washington draft. Their value would be determined upon what they’ve produced and according to where drafted. - According to PFF, Washington’s 2021 NFL Draft class came in at 22nd behind a good year from tackle Sam Cosmi (round two). But LB Jamin Davis (round one), CB Benjamin St Juste (round three) and WR Dyami Brown (round three) left much to be desired last season. - - Here's 36 seconds of Sam Cosmi showing why he has the 3rd highest run-blocking grade among tackles in the NFL at 90.2 pic.twitter.com/H24HBPxP2N - — Nick Akridge (@PFF_NickAkridge) September 20, 2021 - - - TE John Bates (round four) came on strong later in the season, while S Darrick Forrest (round five) was mostly injured. LS Cameron Cheesman (round six) snapped consistently, while round seven choices William Bradley-King, Shaka Toney and Dax Milne flashed some potential in their limited action. - The Patriots, Texans and Chiefs graded out as the top three 2021 draft classes, while the Jaguars, Buccaneers and Vikings were ranked the bottom three classes. - Philadelphia was ranked the top team in the NFC East at 9th behind some good play from WR Devonta Smith, guard Landon Dickerson and defensive lineman Milton Williams. - - All this hype around Ja’Marr Chase (and with very good reason) but man am I thankful we have Devonta Smith pic.twitter.com/VhouztQWu5 - — BDON (@BDON2k_) January 27, 2022 - - - Dallas got great play from Micah Parsons (round one) ranking 12th. - - #CowboysNation 1⃣1⃣ Can't wait to see Micah Parsons in year 2. His rookie season was phenomenal #DallasCowboys #Cowboys pic.twitter.com/6V8d4ulPUQ - — Dallas Cowboys Collaboration (@mailman_phil) January 24, 2022 - - - Washington was next at 22nd, and the NY Giants 26th who no doubt would have been higher had WR Kadarius Toney been able to stay on the field longer this season. - - Kadarius Toney finished second only behind Ja’Marr Chase in yards per route run among all rookie wide receivers. - Big changes coming for the @Giants organization - According to @FantasyPros dynasty rankings, Toney is currently going outside the top 40 WRs. #BUY @DynastySons pic.twitter.com/kFVkcP2Hpu - — Dan Brown (@DanBrownNFL) January 23, 2022 - - - We here at Washington Wire recently graded Washington’s class: - Grading each of Washington’s 2021 NFL draft selections - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up

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Jan 28, 2022

Washington's 5 most disappointing players in 2021: No. 3 / Two weeks ago, we began preliminary discussions concerning who were

Washington's 5 most disappointing players in 2021: No. 3 / Two weeks ago, we began preliminary discussions concerning who were the most disappointing Washington players in 2021. Today, we continue the countdown of the top five. - No. 3 Jamin Davis (LB) - Much excitement accompanied Washington’s first-round choice in the 2021 NFL draft. A major weakness in 2020 had been inside linebacker play. Thus, adding a player as early as the first round to a defense already possessing Jonathan Allen, Chase Young and Daron Payne was cause for happiness. - The other side of the coin was the concern raised by the choice of linebacker Jamin Davis. Yes, Washington brass spoke of Davis’ great speed and overall athleticism. Yet, if all this were so true, why had Davis only started one year for Kentucky, who has not won an SEC championship since Bear Bryant was in Lexington, back in the 1950s? - Seeing Davis had only been a one-year starter at Kentucky and had limited experience in pass coverage, why had his draft stock soared in the last month prior to the draft? Had Washington gotten caught up in the fast ascendancy up the 2021 draft ladder of the Wildcat linebacker and reached, selecting Davis too soon at 19th overall? - When the 2021 season began, Davis struggled at middle linebacker to gain consistency. In addition, Davis was graded at only a 44.5 PFF season grade (60 is average on the PFF scale). Washington coaches certainly provided Davis playing time but as their frustration grew, suddenly in Week 17 at home against the Eagles, Davis was in on only 13 defensive snaps (21%). - Davis played in 16 games, starting eight, defended one pass, had one QB sack, 48 solo tackles, 28 assisted tackles, three tackles for a loss and two QB Hits. In his last game, Davis had been switched from the middle to an outside linebacker position, playing 35 defensive snaps (58%). - Disappointing numbers for a first-round draft choice, and some will probably ask, “Why is Jamin Davis ranked only the third most disappointing player of 2021?” Well, for one thing, it was only his first year. Secondly, they already switched his position, believing he will play better on the outside in the future. Thirdly, we have two more players that were clearly bigger disappointments. - The fact that coaches late in the year turned to David Mayo over Davis for the middle linebacker position is disturbing for anyone attempting to be a realist. - Let me be clear, Washington Wire is not suggesting nor implying that Jamin Davis is a bust. It is much too early for such a declaration. I am certainly hopeful Davis will find more success on the outside in future seasons. Here is hopefully a glimpse of what we will see more often in the future when he is in more open space. - - Jamin Davis making his presence known #WashingtonFootball @jamindavis25 pic.twitter.com/AqiChdNfO6 - — NBC Sports Washington (@NBCSWashington)

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Jan 28, 2022

Congress hosting roundtable one day after Washington announces new name / The drama surrounding the Washington Football Team never ends.

Congress hosting roundtable one day after Washington announces new name / The drama surrounding the Washington Football Team never ends. Washington will announce its new name on Wednesday, Feb. 2, live on NBC’s “Today Show,” and host a fan event two days later to celebrate the new beginning. - Between those days, Congress has scheduled a roundtable inviting several former employees to tell stories from their time in Washington and share their experiences relating to Washington’s toxic workplace culture. - The session will be available via a live stream on Youtube. You can also view the session on the House Committee on Oversight and Reform’s website. - Do you think the date is a coincidence? Of course, it’s not. This is one of the biggest days in the history of Washington’s franchise. The hope from Congress is to give these stories more attention and eventually force the NFL to release the 650,000 emails from Beth Wilkinson’s investigation in Washington. - - The House Oversight Committee continues to keep the bipartisan pressure on the @NFL to #ReleaseTheReport & get to the bottom of Dan Snyder's toxic workplace culture. Roundtable is next Thursday at 10 am the day after the team announces the new name. @OversightDems @GOPoversight pic.twitter.com/z3oHec4KgE - — Tom Manatos (@TomManatos) January 27, 2022 - - - Multiple former employees are scheduled to speak at the roundtable, per Liz Clarke of The Washington Post. - Among the former employees scheduled to speak are Emily Applegate, a former marketing coordinator and ticket sales representative for the team; Melanie Coburn, a former marketing director for the cheerleading squad; Rachel Engleson, a former director of marketing and client relations; Ana Nunez, former coordinator of business development and client services; and Brad Baker, former video production manager. - Per Clarke, the roundtable’s goal is to allow members of the House committee to hear firsthand accounts of the former Washington employees from their time with the team. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 27, 2022

Ex-WFT staffers to meet with House committee / Former Washington Football Team employees will share their allegations of sexual harassment

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Jan 27, 2022

WFT Sexual Harassment Investigation to Be Subject of Congressional Hearing / The United States Congress announced Thursday that it will

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Jan 27, 2022

WFT Sexual Harassment Investigation to Be Subject of Congressional Hearing / The United States Congress announced Thursday that it will

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Jan 27, 2022

Washington legend is not a fan of the new name / Charles Mann is not happy with Washington's new name.

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Jan 27, 2022

Washington's 5 most disappointing players in 2021: No. 4 / Two weeks ago we began preliminary discussions concerning who were

Washington's 5 most disappointing players in 2021: No. 4 / Two weeks ago we began preliminary discussions concerning who were the most disappointing Washington players in 2021. Today we continue the countdown of the top five. - No. 4 Chase Young - Disappointing implies unmet expectations and it cannot be avoided that Chase Young experienced a notably disappointing 2021 season. A year earlier when Young came into the NFL in 2020 he gathered 7.5 QB sacks, 10 tackles for a loss and 12 QB hits. - Young in 2020 also defended four passes, recovered three fumbles, returning one fumble for a touchdown against the 49ers. As a result, Young was voted the AP defensive rookie of the year. This video displays Young’s impact throughout 2020. - - .@BaldyNFL breaks down what he loves about Chase Young’s game. pic.twitter.com/9Lro6TO8Bh - — NFL (@NFL) April 3, 2021 - - - Young was rewarded, becoming a captain in the offseason. Yet when OTA’s began in June, 86 players reported but not one of their captains, Chase Young. Apparently, Young had scheduled additional money-making opportunities with eBay, Under Armour, Beats and Celebrity Family Feud, and considered them more important on his list of priorities. - During training camp, Montez Sweat reported that he and Young had been discussing frequently, how they were going to set NFL sacks records. “I personally want to go get the combined sack record that the guys got back before. We talk about it all the time,” declared Sweat. - When the season began under much hype and excitement regarding the defense, Young’s impact was down, noticeably down. Fans hoped it was merely an oddity that would quickly resolve itself, but it did not. - The considerably reduced production continued into the ninth game. Though Young started all of those nine games he had collected a mere four QB Hits and 1.5 sacks. His season totals recorded were 15 solo tackles,11 assists and three tackles for a loss. The news got even worse for Young, when in this 9th game, against Tampa Bay, he tore an ACL and was lost for the remainder of the 2021 season. - The second overall selection of the 2020 NFL draft simply could not be omitted from this list of most disappointing Washington players for 2021. In fact, had Young not been injured and continued to produce as little as he did, he would have been higher on the list. - Having attended the game at Green Bay, I recently re-watched Young in the film of that game. He seemed to have no impact in a majority of the plays, finishing with no tackles for a loss, not a single QB hit, not a single solo tackle. Fortunately, he did get in on two assists. - Young has exhibited tremendous mobility and athleticism in his first two seasons, but 2021 simply failed to produce profitable results. - I certainly wish Young a speedy and healthy recovery, in hopes he regains strength

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Jan 27, 2022

Charley Casserly remembers the 1991 Washington Super Bowl champions / Former Washington General Manager Charley Casserly was a guest on

Charley Casserly remembers the 1991 Washington Super Bowl champions / Former Washington General Manager Charley Casserly was a guest on “The Al Galdi Podcast” Wednesday, celebrating the 30-Year Anniversary of Washington’s last NFL championship. - Washington fans ages 30 and younger simply have difficulty realizing just how strong this Washington Football Team franchise was in the Joe Gibbs era (1981-1992). They were the Washington Redskins in those days. 10 of those years Washington won at least 10 games. eight of those years Washington was in the playoffs. Washington played in five NFC Championship games. - Is this sinking in for you, yet? There were four NFC Championships and thus four Super Bowl games and three Super Bowl Championships. Yes, I am actually describing the same NFL franchise. - Al Galdi celebrated the 30-year anniversary of the last Washington Super Bowl championship (Super Bowl XXVI) over the Buffalo Bills. - Galdi and Casserly provided numerous nuggets of fascinating info/data of that dominant Washington team. Space only permits I mention a few. Galdi did a splendid job giving tribute to the 1991 Redskins. - “It was a dominant team. We had three shutouts, said Casserly. “When USA TODAY ranked the 49 Super Bowl champs a few years ago, we were ranked number 1.” - “Mark Rypien threw 421 passes and he was sacked seven times. That is one sack for every 60 passes for a non-mobile quarterback,” emphasized Casserly. - “The last preseason game that year we played Buffalo and we stunk. It was tense on the plane ride home. There was an uncertainty of where we were at that time.” - “There was a famous article in the Washingtonian saying that perhaps we had gotten too soft as a team. Perhaps we had too many Christians on the team. Which was absurd and certainly proven that way.” - Once the season started “it kept getting better and better. It just flowed then through the whole year. You get on a roll, and everything is going right, and that is what happened.” - Galdi interjected, “It was incredible. The 1991 team had a regular-season point differential of +261, which is just absurd.” - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 27, 2022

Joe Gibbs talks Washington's new name on the anniversary of team's last Super Bowl win / Joe Gibbs is the

Joe Gibbs talks Washington's new name on the anniversary of team's last Super Bowl win / Joe Gibbs is the greatest coach in Washington history. Joe Gibbs is the most successful individual in Washington’s franchise history. And Joe Gibbs is the most beloved person in Washington history. - On the 30th anniversary of Washington’s last Super Bowl win, the legendary head coach joined “BMitch & Finlay” on 106.7 The Fan in Washington, D.C., and looked back at Washington’s 1991 team. - There were plenty of good stories from Gibbs. He joked with BMitch (Brian Mitchell), then a second-year running back and return man. He told stories on some of Washington’s greatest characters. And, in typical Gibbs fashion, he mentioned the words “super smart” and “guts” on more than one occasion. - He joked about the Detroit Lions — a 12-4 team in 1991— that Washington beat by a combined 86-10 score in the team’s two games, including the NFC championship. Detroit’s coach at the time, Wayne Fontes, was a good friend of Gibbs, and Gibbs would apologize to him when the two talked, telling him, “you guys bring out the best in us.” - While Gibbs was his usual happy self, he also made sure everyone knew that team was much more than him or Washington’s high-powered offense. Gibbs praised the players, defensive coordinator Richie Petitbon, special teams and the fans. - And, before Gibbs finished his interview, Finlay asked him if the upcoming name change was bittersweet. Gibbs offered a thoughtful and, as expected, positive response. - I think it’s two things: Will it be a little bit, bittersweet? Yes. Because everything I had, I grew up in North Carolina, and the only football team we could get on TV was the Redskins. I grew up kind of never thinking I’d ever have a chance to coach them. Everything in my house is Redskins. And I think everybody there that is a fan, that’s part of our history. But also, I think for our fans and all of us that love the Redskins, and I feel like I am the biggest Redskins’ fan in the world. Whatever that name is, we are Washington football fans, and we are going to get behind it. - Gibbs also discussed head coach Ron Rivera: - And I think right now with Ron being there, I really feel like Ron is the coach that can get us going. We just need to get the things around him that help him. Think about all the things they’ve went through the last two years. - Finally, Gibbs spoke on his love for the franchise, where between two stints, he spent 16 years as the head coach. - We’re gonna rally, all of us, whatever the name is, we’re gonna rally behind that name. We are Washington football fans. I think it’s the greatest sports franchise in the world. I believe that. I think it’s got a solid base of fans that love that team. It’s

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Jan 27, 2022

Joe Gibbs is the greatest coach in NFL history / Bill Belichick has six Super Bowl championships. Don Shula has

Joe Gibbs is the greatest coach in NFL history / Bill Belichick has six Super Bowl championships. Don Shula has 328 wins and Bill Walsh is a three-time Super Bowl champion and father of the West Coast offense. - While Belichick, Shula, Walsh, Vince Lombardi and Tom Landry have a right to be called the greatest coach in NFL history, here’s another name: Joe Gibbs. - Why Gibbs? It’s easy. Gibbs’ coaching numbers are impressive. In two stints as Washington’s head coach in two completely different eras, Gibbs finished his career with a regular-season record of 154-94 and a playoff record of 17-7. The most impressive stat of Gibbs’ career is he won three Super Bowls in nine years with three different starting quarterbacks. - Not impressed? Consider all six of Belichick’s Super Bowls came with the greatest quarterback in NFL history, Tom Brady, under center. Since losing Brady, things haven’t gone as smoothly for Belichick. - What about Walsh? Joe Montana was his quarterback for all three Super Bowl titles. - That’s not to diminish Belichick or Walsh, as they are legends. But when it comes to discussing the best NFL coach ever, Gibbs never gets a mention — and that’s unfair. - We realize how vital a franchise quarterback is to an NFL team’s success. The Trent Dilfer’s winning Super Bowl titles are rare. And, we all know it was Baltimore’s defense that won that championship. - With Gibbs long since retired from the NFL and seeing how impressive Brady’s run was, it should make everyone stop and appreciate the legend of Joe Gibbs. You will never again see a coach win three Super Bowls in less than 10 years with different quarterbacks. One, because teams don’t let good quarterbacks leave, and most coaches don’t see 10 years with one team. - Let’s discuss Gibbs’ second run with Washington from 2004-07. He took Washington to the playoffs twice in four years. Although Gibbs was already enshrined in Canton, that alone is worthy of a Hall-of-Fame nod. - In those two playoff seasons, three quarterbacks led Washington to the playoffs. Mark Brunell in 2005 and the duo of Jason Campbell and Todd Collins in 2007. Collins relieved Campbell late in the season, and Washington went on a run after the tragic death of Sean Taylor. - Speaking of Taylor’s death, the leadership shown by Gibbs during that season was as impressive as any Super Bowl win. - After the 2007 season, Gibbs retired again, returning to NASCAR. Speaking of NASCAR, Gibbs is a five-time NASCAR Cup Series champion as a team owner. His teams have also won the Daytona 500 on four occasions. - Gibbs entered the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2020. - Calling anyone the G.O.A.T. is subjective. We naturally tend to call the person with the most recent success the greatest. But to do that ignores history. Go back and watch Washington during the period from 1981-92 — Gibbs’ first stint as head coach. He combined

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Bucky Brooks has Washington selecting a quarterback in his first mock draft / Mock drafts in January mean nothing. Mock

Bucky Brooks has Washington selecting a quarterback in his first mock draft / Mock drafts in January mean nothing. Mock drafts in February mean nothing. However, they’re still fun, as draft analysts assess a team’s biggest need and slot some of the draft’s top prospects to the team based on their needs. - Now, free agency comes before the draft, so many teams’ needs are filled in March, an entire month ahead of the NFL draft. But, for the most part, there are some needs you can’t fill in free agency. - If you need a quarterback in January, you’re going to need one in April unless you pull off a trade like the Rams last January, landing Matthew Stafford. - Washington needs a quarterback. And the answer isn’t in free agency. Washington either needs to swing big in a trade for a veteran or prepare to select one of the draft’s top passers in April. - Former NFL player, draft analyst and co-host of the “Move the Sticks” podcast with Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks released his first mock draft Tuesday. - Yes, he picked a quarterback for Washington. - At No. 11 overall, Brooks pegged Ole Miss quarterback Matt Corral to Washington. - It’s time for Ron Rivera to get his franchise quarterback. The Ole Miss standout is a prolific playmaker with some dual-threat capabilities. - Corral checks off some of the important boxes for Washington coach Ron Rivera. Corral is mobile and has a live, accurate arm. There are concerns if his body will hold up at the next level, but Corral is a player who continued to improve in college, playing against the best competition in the country. - Brooks only had two quarterbacks go in the first round. Kenny Pickett went No. 9 to the Broncos. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 26, 2022

February 2 can't come soon enough for Washington fans / Another day, another “potential” Washington name leak? - In recent

February 2 can't come soon enough for Washington fans / Another day, another “potential” Washington name leak? - In recent weeks, we’ve been given clues that Washington’s new name will be the Commanders or the Admirals. In Washington’s last “Making the Brand” video, team president Jason Wright had a stack of papers on his lap, and on the top, there was one that said Commanders, that included a potential logo. - - The strongest clue/sign/slip is the jersey reveal showing what is right above the numbers. The line-under-letters style with what looks like an "R" matches the video "un-blurred slip" of the COMMANDERS logo seen on Jason Wright's lap. That "W" is also the same as the "NIKE leak" pic.twitter.com/rHpEu8nzXr - — WFAnalytics (@analytics_wf) January 12, 2022 - - - This, of course, was after online sleuths paused and took pictures at different points in the video to decipher potential clues as to Washington’s name. - Then there was the “Admirals” fiasco. If you typed in washingtonadmirals.com, it would redirect you to Washington’s official website. Shortly thereafter, that stopped, and the link now takes you to the NFL’s “Crucial Catch” homepage. - On Tuesday, another potential clue? - A Twitter user posted a photo of several boxes of Washington gear. At least two of the boxer were open, and they contained “Washington Red Hogs” gear. - Check it out. - - We’re not trying to ruin any surprises here, but this shipment just arrived from UPS. Not sure if it was supposed to be delivered here. Just called UPS and they are coming back to get it. Either way,let’s go Red Hogs!!!!! pic.twitter.com/9uqMnZEEXE - — Sports Extra (@Sports_Extra_) January 25, 2022 - - - This is what the Twitter user wrote with the photo: - We’re not trying to ruin any surprises here, but this shipment just arrived from UPS. Not sure if it was supposed to be delivered here. Just called UPS and they are coming back to get it. Either way,let’s go Red Hogs!!!!! - As expected, this had Washington fans all over the place. Some laughed at the notion of this Twitter user breaking the team name, while some discussed Red Hogs as a possible name. - Can Feb. 2 hurry up and get here? - I tend to believe Washington is using some misdirection in the lead-up to Feb. 2. If this were the past regime led by Bruce Allen, I’d guess it was a clumsy error. Under Wright, I believe he’s just testing out the names weeks before the official announcement. - As for the package of shirts that arrived at “Sports Extra,” I doubt the NFL team was involved in any way. The last time I checked, Gildan or Sport-Tek wasn’t the official uniform provider of the NFL. That is Nike. Now, if a Nike shipment arrived, perhaps that would be a bit more convincing. - Only seven more days. - - - -

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Jan 26, 2022

Washington's 5 most disappointing players in 2021: No. 5 / Two weeks ago we began preliminary discussions concerning who were

Washington's 5 most disappointing players in 2021: No. 5 / Two weeks ago we began preliminary discussions concerning who were the most disappointing Washington players in 2021. Today we start the countdown of the top five. - No. 5 William Jackson III - Disappointment implies unmet expectations. Expectations certainly accompanied Washington’s signing of Cincinnati Bengals free-agent cornerback William Jackson III. - Jackson agreed to a three-year $42 million contract in the 2021 offseason. Washington fans were excited to learn Jackson had been ranked by PFF as the 16th-best NFL free agent available, having scored a 71.4 PFF Grade in 2020. - A tall, physical corner, Jackson being teamed with Kendall Fuller, expectations quickly arose as Washington fans envisioned the defense being improved over the 2020 defense that had led the Washington Football Team to an NFC East title. Jackson on his way out said he was blessed to be leaving Cincinnati. - - Talk of a good pass rush now adding a No. 1 lockdown corner and most of the sports pundits and analysts on ESPN, NFL Network, etc. talked of the Washington defense as being one of the best in the league. - Then the regular season began. Nick Akridge, a PFF senior analyst, noted that in the first six weeks of the season, Jackson graded out at a very unexpected low of 46.8 overall grade. 18 catches had been allowed for 258 yards and three TDs scored on Jackson. The Washington pass defense was terrible, and they were the absolute worst, dead last on third down. - - Yes, Jackson made our list and he would have been even higher on our list of most disappointing WFT players for 2021 if not for the good news. Akridge also noted that in weeks 10-13, Jackson’s PFF overall grade had soared to a very admirable 81.9. During those four games, Jackson had been targeted by quarterbacks 11 times and had allowed seven catches for only 40 yards and two TDs. - - - Kam Curl and William Jackson III combine for the @WashingtonNFL INT! #WashingtonFootball - : #TBvsWAS on FOX: NFL app pic.twitter.com/n3FRrVGNcs - — NFL (@NFL) November 14, 2021 - - - 2022 will be Jackson’s second season with Washington and he is guaranteed $5 million in salary. With prorated bonuses and roster bonuses, Jackson’s cap hit will be huge at $14 million. Let’s hope Jackson’s last four games are a sign of things to come in a much-improved 2022. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - -

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Jan 26, 2022

30 years ago today, Washington was Super Bowl champions / Do you remember what you were doing 30 years ago

30 years ago today, Washington was Super Bowl champions / Do you remember what you were doing 30 years ago today? - I was age 28, went to church service that morning, came home, watched the ESPN Sports Reporters episode I had recorded while at church. On that episode — I wish I still possessed it and could post it — I recall how the Washington Post’s Tony Kornheiser was the only one on the panel who predicted Washington to defeat Buffalo. In particular, I recall Mike Lupica’s bluster and smugness toward Kornheiser. - I have some vivid memories of the game as well. It was played in Minneapolis, but of course, it was indoors. I recall being very concerned because Buffalo had future (for certain) Hall of Famers Jim Kelly, Thurman Thomas, Bruce Smith, Andre Reed and James Lofton. - I recall a Bills assistant coach had said some disparaging remarks about the Hogs, and following the Redskins winning, Marv Levy fired that coach. Joe Gibbs was interviewed and talked of how Buffalo was great and was the favorite, and the interviewer (I don’t recall whom) corrected Gibbs that Washington was favored and Gibbs responded, “We are?” - Thurman Thomas didn’t take the field when Buffalo first got the ball; that shocked me. We found out later, that Thomas on the sidelines could not locate his helmet. How do you not know where your own helmet is and it is the Super Bowl? - Some memories of the Washington defense have remained: Wilber Marshall being such an aggressive tackler that day, Washington’s pass rush was hurrying, hitting and sacking Jim Kelly for the entire first three quarters. Safety Brad Edwards hit Bills receiver Andre Reed and could have been penalized. When he was not, Reed erupted in a fit throwing his helmet to the turf, costing the Bills 15 extra yards. How about the blitz call of Andre Collins, rushing Kelly to throw an interception to Kurt Gouveia and it was 24-0 early in the 3rd quarter. - What memories of the offense do I still possess? Well, Art Monk put on a clinic in the first half on how to run pass routes. The Bills couldn’t cover him. When Earnest Byner scored on a pass from Rypien, I felt great for him, recalling how Byner had fumbled approaching the goal line in the ’87 championship game, preventing the Browns from facing Washington in Super Bowl XXII. - - Don’t let the final score of 37-24 fool you. When Mark Rypien hit Gary Clark in stride down the right sideline it was 31-10. Washington even added two more Chip Lohmiller field goals to lead 37-10. Game over! - Washington pulled back defensively, permitted Buffalo to throw underneath, using the clock, scoring twice late making the score respectable for those unaware of what had actually transpired. - We can’t live in the past, and I am not encouraging us to do so. Yet, that is the way it was

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Jan 26, 2022

Michael Silver provides a look into Washington's offseason quarterback plan / Michael Silver is one of the more respected journalists

Michael Silver provides a look into Washington's offseason quarterback plan / Michael Silver is one of the more respected journalists around the NFL. Silver is most famous for his time at Sports Illustrated, Yahoo Sports and the NFL Network, but last year he was hired by the Washington Football Team as a freelance contributor to the team’s official website. - Why would a respected journalist like Silver write for an NFL team’s website? In Silver’s case, it’s pretty simple, as he is close friends with WFT head coach Ron Rivera. The two go way back from their time at The University of California, Berkeley (Cal). - In a recent article for the team’s website, Silver discussed Rivera’s offseason ahead. Specifically, Silver discussed Rivera’s search for a quarterback and gave everyone some pretty clear indications of the head coach’s plan. - In fairness to Silver, he began his story with the following sentence: “The opinions expressed in this article do not reflect those of the team.” So, keep that in mind when we share some snippets from Silver’s story. - As for Rivera, he’s made it clear Washington will be aggressive in pursuit of a quarterback this offseason. Rivera says there are four ways to acquire that franchise passer: the draft, free agency, trade and internal options. - Let’s be honest; there is no internal option; that’s just the coach being nice. And, there’s also no free-agency option. Mitchell Trubisky or Jameis Winston will not satisfy Washington’s fan base or locker room — at least as a long-term starter. - That means the only actual options for Washington are the trade market and the draft. - Now, let’s turn things over to Silver. - There are many, many potential targets, some of which I’m told it would be better not to mention by name, lest the people in charge of the teams for which they are currently under contract take umbrage and unleash the NFL’s tampering police. So no, I won’t be specifically citing any accomplished quarterbacks who may or may not be married to a famous singer, engaged to a famous actress or infamously shelved by a slew of civil lawsuits. Nor will I explicitly ponder the possibility that if a coaching change happens in a city celebrated for its nightlife a certain QB may not stay in said city — as I did in a recent column for another website. - In order, Silver is referring to Russell Wilson (married to the famous singer), Aaron Rodgers (engaged to a famous actress), Deshaun Watson (civil lawsuits) and Derek Carr (nightlife). - Don’t you think he’s talked to Rivera? Sure, fans can assume from Rivera’s words he’s going to check in on all of the above quarterbacks to see their availability. Sure, perhaps Silver is speculating because everyone knows there are questions around these quarterbacks for different reasons. But, the only one who is likely to move is Watson. And Watson has a no-trade clause in his contract and has previously

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Jan 25, 2022

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Washington's 5 Most Disappointing Players in 2021 / Two weeks ago we began preliminary discussions concerning who were the most

Washington's 5 Most Disappointing Players in 2021 / Two weeks ago we began preliminary discussions concerning who were the most disappointing Washington players in 2021. - For starters, let’s make a clarification. Disappointing does not equal worst. You see, disappointing involves expectations, and expectations involves over-selling and under-delivering. - Organizing this list and introducing it probably should include a mention of who without question would have made the list. However, he experienced a tremendous recovery when defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio pulled him from the defensive backfield, inserting Landon Collins in a hybrid position closer to the line of scrimmage. - Collins began the year in his usual position at safety and he was horrendous, as quarterbacks shredded the back of Washington’s defense. However, Del Rio’s move for Collins brought a sudden improvement in Collins’ effectiveness. - Bluntly, it saved Collins’ season. In addition, Collins was provided hope that he could still be here next year despite a salary that reminds all of us of the folly that Bruce Allen and Dan Snyder orchestrated such a deal. - Collins suffered a foot injury, resulting in his missing four games. In his 13 games enjoying success in his “hybrid” role, Collins defended two passes, made two interceptions, three sacks, 51 solo tackles, 30 assisted tackles (81 combined), two QB hits and seven tackles for a Loss. - As it stands now, Collins is set to make $11.5 million as his 2022 base salary. A prorated bonus of $4.2 million and a roster bonus of $500,000 indicate Collins (if retained) will be a $16.2 million cap hit for Washington in 2022. - Consequently, part of the equation when discussing Landon Collins is by necessity going to be “dead money” and “cap savings.” If Washington were to determine they need to cut Collins pre-June 1, Collins would be a $9.6 million cap hit for 2022. A release after June 1, would mean a $4.2 million dead cap hit. - Or will Washington desire to keep Collins and his huge contract created by Snyder and Allen? Perhaps, Washington and Collins can agree on a contract restructure that helps the team. - On Wednesday, we begin our look at the top five most disappointing players in 2021, starting at No. 5. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire

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This weekend's NFL playoff action highlights the importance of Washington finding a quarterback / If you didn’t watch the divisional

This weekend's NFL playoff action highlights the importance of Washington finding a quarterback / If you didn’t watch the divisional round of the NFL playoffs over the weekend, you missed a beautiful weekend of football. It was the best weekend of playoff games in perhaps the history of the NFL. All four games were decided on the last play. - What was the biggest takeaway from this weekend’s action? If you want to win in today’s NFL, you better find a quarterback. - You had two legends in Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers — both came up just short. Then you had guys like Ryan Tannehill and Jimmy Garoppolo, both winning players, but far from why their teams made it this far. - Tannehill was why the top-seeded Titans were upset by the Bengals on the AFC side of the playoffs. Garoppolo had some moments in the 49ers’ win over the Packers, but ultimately, San Francisco’s defense and special teams won the game. - Then, there was Matthew Stafford. Stafford was outstanding in the Rams’ win over Brady and the Bucs, saving Los Angeles in what would have been one of the ugliest collapses in NFL playoff history. - Cincinnati’s Joe Burrow didn’t have his best statistical performance in the win over the Titans, but when it mattered the most, Burrow put the Bengals in position for the game-winning field goal. Burrow is phenomenal. - The NFL saved the best for last as Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs hosted Josh Allen and the Bills. What a game. You only had to watch the last five minutes of regulation to see some of the best quarterback play in NFL history. - I’ll save you the details and encourage you to watch the replay, which will undoubtedly air sometime on the NFL Network this week. - So, what was your biggest takeaway as a Washington Football Team fan? Washington desperately needs one of these guys. No, not Tannehill or Garoppolo, but Burrow, Mahomes, or Allen. - For those saying that franchise quarterbacks are hard to find, they’d be correct. It’s one of the most challenging things to find in all of sports. - The Chiefs, Bengals and Bills all dealt with the same issues in landing a quarterback. The Bengals were lucky, landing the No. 1 overall pick when they did. The Chiefs were bold, identifying Mahomes and moving up to get him with a solid veteran in Alex Smith already on the roster. And the Bills, they were bold — and patient. - Remember the scouting reports on Mahomes and Allen coming out of college? Real scouts and media scouts saw the upside in both players, but no one envisioned either taking over the NFL. - This is where we turn our attention back to Washington. It’s time to be bold. It’s time to turn over every rock in pursuit of finding that player who can change your fortunes. Is it a veteran, or is it a rookie? Head coach Ron

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Jan 24, 2022

Former Washington QB Dwayne Haskins will remain in Pittsburgh / Apparently, Dwayne Haskins is wanted by the Pittsburgh Steelers. -

Former Washington QB Dwayne Haskins will remain in Pittsburgh / Apparently, Dwayne Haskins is wanted by the Pittsburgh Steelers. - Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reported Sunday afternoon that the Steelers will place a restricted free agent tender on the former Washington quarterback drafted in round one by Washington owner Daniel Snyder. - - The Steelers have indicated to Dwayne Haskins that they plan to place a restricted free agent tender on him for 2022, per source, and Haskins expects that to be an original-round tender, paying in range of $2.5 million. Another suggestion Haskins is in QB mix in Pittsburgh. - — Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) January 23, 2022 - - - Interestingly enough, the restricted free-agent tender will be an original-round tender. “Original-round” tender brings back quite the memories for Washington fans. During the 2019 NFL draft, Washington owner Daniel Snyder made it known he wanted Haskins with the 15th overall selection. - Kyle Smith, then the director of college scouting, reportedly watched as other members of the Washington staff silently did not agree with the Snyder preference of Haskins. One coach reportedly was sick to his stomach about it as the tension increased in the room as the time drew nearer for the 15th selection by Washington. One report had Smith, when no one else would speak up, raising himself up, standing and delivering a passionate speech expressing his displeasure. And can you blame him? After spending all of that work and effort as director of college scouting, only to have your owner make the pick himself? - The first-round tender by Pittsburgh means the Steelers will have to pay Haskins a salary somewhere in the range of $2.5 million for the 2022 season. It also assures Pittsburgh that Haskins will undoubtedly be with the Steelers for 2022. No other NFL team in their right mind is going to even consider offering a first-round choice nor match the tender offer for Dwayne Haskins. - Ben Roethlisberger is supposedly going to retire, Mason Rudolph has struggled in relief and Haskins has yet to prove himself ready. The Steelers know they are in trouble at quarterback. - After being 3-10 in the 13 games he started, Haskins was released by Ron Rivera, on Dec. 29, 2020, after violating NFL Covid protocols for at least a second time. Haskins was signed by Pittsburgh three weeks later but did not take an offensive snap in 2021. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter

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Jan 24, 2022

A depressing stat for Washington fans / When the Cincinnati Bengals upset AFC No. 1 seed Tennessee on Saturday, it

A depressing stat for Washington fans / When the Cincinnati Bengals upset AFC No. 1 seed Tennessee on Saturday, it snapped a streak of 33 years since they last appeared in the AFC championship game. - You don’t have to follow the Bengals to know there have been a lot of bad Bengals teams over the years, with many first-round busts at quarterback. The eras of Carson Palmer and Andy Dalton were good for the Bengals, but they still experienced no postseason success. - Then, Cincinnati drafted Joe Burrow No. 1 overall in 2020 — one pick ahead of Washington — and the trajectory of its franchise has completely changed. - Another interesting takeaway from Cincinnati’s win over the Titans is that two teams are tied for the longest drought since their last appearance in a conference championship game. - Those teams? The Washington Football Team and Detroit Lions. Interestingly enough, Washington and Detroit met in the 1991-92 NFC championship game, which Washington won, 41-10. Washington would go on to defeat the Bills to win Super Bowl XXVI. - Think about that for a minute, Washington hasn’t been to an NFC championship game in 30 years. And, Washington is tied with the Detroit Lions. Yes, the Detroit Lions. - - With the Bengals' win yesterday, here's an updated look at the teams with the longest active droughts of not making a conference championship appearance. pic.twitter.com/cwTkarxhIs - — FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) January 23, 2022 - - - Like the Bengals, since Washington’s last appearance in a conference championship, it has gone through multiple regime changes and quarterbacks busts. - It’s all about the quarterback. Good luck to Ron Rivera finding that guy who can change the trajectory of Washington’s franchise. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 23, 2022

2 potential Brandon Scherff replacements in Rams-Buccaneers playoff game / Brandon Scherff was the No. 5 overall pick in the

2 potential Brandon Scherff replacements in Rams-Buccaneers playoff game / Brandon Scherff was the No. 5 overall pick in the 2015 NFL draft by the Washington Football Team. Seven seasons, five Pro Bowls and two franchise tags later, Scherff will finally hit unrestricted free agency in March. - Multiple times over the past year, Scherff has insisted his goal is to finish his career in Washington and did so earlier this month on locker cleanout day. - Washington general manager Martin Mayhew spoke to the media the day after Scherff in his season-ending press conference and said Washington offered Scherff a contract that would’ve made him the highest-paid guard in NFL history. Mayhew wasn’t attempting to paint Scherff in a bad light but instead wanted fans to know Washington has made efforts to keep Scherff in town long-term. - Therefore, to many fans, Scherff appears disingenuous about his desire to remain in Washington. - Veteran Wes Schweitzer could replace Scherff in the starting lineup. Since coming over to Washington in 2020, Schweitzer has started several games on the interior of the WFT offensive line — and he’s played well. He could handle the role. Or, Washington could turn to 2020 fourth-round pick Saahdiq Charles, who played well in relief of Scherff late in 2021. - If Washington likes Schweitzer in a reserve role and isn’t certain Charles is ready to replace Scherff, perhaps his replacement comes via free agency. - In Sunday’s NFC divisional round playoff game between the Los Angeles Rams and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a pair of soon-to-be free agent guards are in action — Tampa Bay’s Alex Cappa and LA’s Austin Corbett. - Interestingly enough, both also play right guard. - While Cappa and Corbett may remain with their current teams, neither team is in a great cap position. Would the Bucs and Rams prioritize re-signing a guard — even a good guard? - The 6-foot-6, 305-pound Cappa, who will turn 27 this week, is in his fourth season out of Humboldt State. He was a third-round draft choice in 2018. - Corbett, 26, was originally a second-round pick by the Cleveland Browns in 2018. He was traded to the Rams before the 2019 trade deadline, where he’s been a standout. - Washington has the cap space to sign either player if it chooses the free-agent route in replacing Scherff. While neither player is Scherff, they would cost a lot less and offer a quality and reliable replacement. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please

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Jan 23, 2022

Who is the one free agent Washington should avoid in 2022? / The Washington Football Team made some big acquisitions

Who is the one free agent Washington should avoid in 2022? / The Washington Football Team made some big acquisitions via free agency in 2021. Washington signed quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, wide receiver Curtis Samuel and cornerback William Jackson III last March. - Fitzpatrick didn’t make it past the second quarter of Week 1, while Samuel appeared in five games and finished his first season in Washington with six receptions for 27 yards. - Things went a little better for Jackson, but he still missed five games. Jackson struggled the first half of the season before turning things around during Washington’s four-game winning streak. - For Washington to return to the top of the NFC East, it will need to succeed in free agency and the 2022 NFL draft. - The key to Washington’s offseason is who will it land to play quarterback? Can Ron Rivera pull off a miracle and trade for a star, such as Russell Wilson or even Derek Carr? Or, will Washington settle for Jimmy Garoppolo and perhaps draft a passer in one of the first two rounds? - Bleacher Report recently named one free agent to avoid for all 32 NFL teams. Who did Alex Kay select for Washington? - That would be former Cincinnati, Dallas and Chicago quarterback Andy Dalton. - - Andy Dalton certainly won’t be worth paying for, especially not after he completed just 63.1 percent of his passes for 1,515 yards and eight touchdowns against nine interceptions and 18 sacks in eight games. - Dalton, who matched Fitzpatrick’s price tag at $10 million for the 2021 campaign, has zero upside at this point in his career. - The 34-year-old is best left on the free-agent pile, giving Washington the opportunity to see what a lesser-known prospect can do in 2022. - - Ouch. Poor Dalton. Dalton has had a successful NFL career, despite some of his physical limitations. He’s never had a big-time arm, but he spent nine seasons as the Bengals’ starting quarterback, earning three Pro Bowl nominations. - The last two years, Dalton has signed a pair of one-year deals, first with the Cowboys and then with the Bears in 2021. He ended up starting in both seasons. He filled in for an injured Dak Prescott in 2020, and in 2021 he began the season as Chicago’s starter before being replaced by rookie Justin Fields. - At this stage of his career, Dalton should be a backup. He’d be one of the best in the NFL and could still make a lot of money over the next several years. - It just shouldn’t be in Washington. - Regardless of whether or not Rivera strikes out on Aaron Rodgers, Deshaun Watson, Wilson, Carr, Garoppolo, or others, he can’t sign Dalton and expect Washington fans to be happy. And that’s not Dalton’s fault. - At this stage of his career, Dalton isn’t better than Taylor Heinicke or Kyle Allen. - - - - - -

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Jan 23, 2022

1991 The greatest season in Washington football history, Week 16 / This 2021 NFL season reminds us that 30 years

1991 The greatest season in Washington football history, Week 16 / This 2021 NFL season reminds us that 30 years ago Washington assembled its greatest team in franchise history, going 14-2 and racing through the playoffs to the Super Bowl XXVI championship and Vince Lombardi Trophy. - Week 16—Washington 34, New York Giants 17— December 15, 1991 - Mark Rypien threw three touchdown passes with no interceptions, leading Washington to its 34-17 win over NFC East Division rival the New York Giants at RFK Stadium in Washington, DC. - Rypien connected for touchdowns with Gary Clark in the first quarter from 65 yards, Terry Orr in the second from 22 yards and again with Clark from 50 yards in the final quarter. - Washington was able to run the ball well, opening up the play-action passing for Rypien. Ricky Ervins gained 85 yards in 13 carries, and Earnest Byner added 68 yards in 17 carries, as the Redskins rushed 36 times for 151 yards. - Clark led all receivers with 129 receiving yards on only three receptions, while Art Monk collected five receptions for 91 yards. - - Defensive end Charles Mann and defensive tackle Bobby Wilson both sacked Giants’ QB Phil Simms twice, while linebacker Monte Coleman and safety Danny Copeland each collected a Simms pass for an interception. - Washington kicker Chip Lohmiller was successful on both of his field goal attempts from 36 yards and on all four extra-point attempts. - Trailing 10-7 in the second quarter, Washington (14-1) took control, scoring 20 consecutive points on the defending Super Bowl champs, to lead 27-10 in the third quarter. - Simms completed 23 of 41 for 288 yards and a touchdown. However, he was intercepted twice and sacked four times. Rodney Hampton led New York, (7-8) rushers with 67 yards on his 16 rushing attempts. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 23, 2022

Grading each of Washington's 2021 NFL draft selections / We grade all of Washington's 2021 NFL draft selections.

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Jan 23, 2022

Counting down Washington's 2021 top performers: No. 2, Terry McLaurin / This week, Washington Wire is counting down the top

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Jan 22, 2022

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Jan 22, 2022

Does Daniel Jeremiah go quarterback for Washington in his 1.0 mock draft? / The time has come and gone for

Does Daniel Jeremiah go quarterback for Washington in his 1.0 mock draft? / The time has come and gone for college players to declare for the 2022 NFL draft. Now, we know all of the players eligible for the upcoming draft, making mock drafts more realistic now that there is no speculation if players will turn pro or not. - Most early mock drafts have the Washington Football Team going quarterback at No. 11. That’s the smart pick at this point. While most believe Washington will swing for the fences this offseason at landing a veteran quarterback, that’s far from a certainty. - If Washington misses on a veteran passer, it’s almost a lock the WFT will be picking the quarterback market for the first round of the draft. - This week, ESPN’s NFL draft guru, Mel Kiper Jr., released his first mock draft of the season. He has Washington landing Liberty quarterback Malik Willis at No. 11. - NFL Network draft guru, Daniel Jeremiah, released his first mock draft Friday, and, surprise, he also goes with a quarterback. - Jeremiah has three quarterbacks going in the first round, with Pitt’s Kenny Pickett as the first one off the board at No. 9 to the Broncos. - His pick for Washington? Ole Miss QB Matt Corral. - Corral is a playmaker at the position. His size (6-2, 205) is a concern for some around the league, but he’s accurate, has a live arm and would bring some juice to the offense. - As for the highest upside, Corral and Willis are your best bets in this class. Willis has a higher ceiling than every quarterback prospect, but there are concerns with his accuracy and decision-making. If he shows improvement in those areas, Wilis can be a franchise passer. - Corral is also a good athlete who has continued to improve in each of his last two seasons working under Lane Kiffin. There are concerns about his size and how quickly he can go through progressions at the next level. But Corral is a good athlete with a strong arm who improved in multiple areas in 2021, playing in the SEC. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 22, 2022

Counting down Washington's 2021 top performers: No. 3, Charles Leno / Over this week, Washington Wire is counting down the

Counting down Washington's 2021 top performers: No. 3, Charles Leno / Over this week, Washington Wire is counting down the top five Washington Football Team performers for the 2021 season. - No. 3 Charles Leno (OT) - Playing a very physical position, (left offensive tackle) and yet one that requires more mobility than guard or center, Leno not only performed well, but also demonstrated tremendous durability and dependability. - Signed by Washington to a one-year deal following being released in May by Chicago, Leno not only started all 17 games; even more, Leno played 100% of all Washington offensive snaps in 16 of the 17 regular season games! In only the week 14, 27-20 loss to Dallas, did Leno not play each offensive snap, but even in that game, Leno was present 91% of the snaps. - Playing some 1,121 snaps, Leno not only impressed coaches with his performance but he also was penalized only twice all season with one holding and one false-start penalty. By way of comparison lauding Leno’s 2021 season, Brandon Scherff played in 11 games, played on 697 offensive snaps and was penalized five times (2 holding, 3 false-starts). - Leno incredibly has not missed a start since 2015, will turn 31 during the 2022 season, and proved to be a nice find for Washington, after being released by Chicago. - PFF graded the Washington offensive line as sixth among all NFL teams. Leno was graded at 81.1. The only Washington lineman graded higher was center Chase Roullier (84.6) who was able to only play 8 games (490 snaps) due to a broken leg against Denver on week 8. - - Charles Leno and John Bates - Leno blocks 2 defenders, combos the DT before moving up and blocking the LB - Bates blocks out the DE - These 2 blocks create an “inside and outside Seale/ a clear running lane” for JD Mckissic! #WashingtonFootball pic.twitter.com/YVTVL9cIiF - — The Podfather (@TheBurgundyZone) November 22, 2021 - - - Leno was rewarded for his fine 2021 season with a three-year, $37.5 million extension, which included a $9M signing bonus and $17 million guaranteed. - The 2022 cap hit for Leno will be $8.5M. It will increase in 2023 to $12.5M and his 2024 cap hit will surge to $14.5M. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now

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Jan 22, 2022

PFF analyst Nick Akridge evaluates Washington 2021 season / Pro Football Focus Senior Data Analyst Nick Akridge broke down his

PFF analyst Nick Akridge evaluates Washington 2021 season / Pro Football Focus Senior Data Analyst Nick Akridge broke down his analysis of the Washington Football Team’s 2021 season, during his guest appearance on the “Al Galdi Podcast,” Friday. - Space here limits my coverage so here is the link for you. See 31:00. - QB Taylor Heinicke graded at 59.4 which is just below average. Akridge said Heinicke can step in and win a couple of games, being one of the more exciting quarterbacks when he is seeing the field well, playing well, but the WFT can not rely on him and build around him as the franchise QB. - As for rookie quarterbacks, Akridge likes the passing arm of Nevada’s Carson Strong but did warn he is not very mobile. Cincinnati’s Desmond Ridder is a dual-threat with plenty of experience. Liberty’s Malik Willis is so raw that whoever drafts him will need to be very patient. Pitt’s Kenny Pickett wears two gloves because of a smaller hand size. Akridge was firm that he believes all five of the 2021 quarterbacks drafted in round one, would be rated No. 1 if in this 2022 class. - Akridge expressed high praise for the WFT offensive line coach John Matsko, saying he did an “incredible” job as the entire line graded out well, including all four centers grading over 60. He stated Wes Schweitzer stepping in sometimes playing better than Brandon Scherff. He believes Matsko can replace Scherff. - Washington can have a top 15 offense with consistent QB play, as Akridge was firm that OC Scott Turner has schemed players open. - The main problem with the defense was as the secondary and missed tackles according to Akridge. He definitely felt CB William Jackson III from Week 12 onward had his four best games. Kendall Fuller struggled more in the slot than expected but did play well when moved back outside, having some of his best games. - Landon Collins was ten times better when on or near the line of scrimmage, able to shed blockers but still struggling in man coverage. Akridge doesn’t know if Jamin Davis will ever be a first-round linebacker, saying he gets lost, having to process so much in a short period of time. Akridge believes Daivs will be better suited to the outside where can use his athleticism, as he closes down in space well. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - -

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Jan 22, 2022

Washington's discussions with Virginia for a new stadium are 'very serious' / Is the Washington Football Team finally closing in

Washington's discussions with Virginia for a new stadium are 'very serious' / Is the Washington Football Team finally closing in on a location for a new stadium? If new Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has any say in the matter, Washington will soon be building its new stadium in the Commonwealth of Virginia. - On Friday, members of the Virginia House and Senate introduced two bills with the hope of luring the Washington Football Team to the state. The goal is to build a massive sports and entertainment complex in Northern Virginia, in Prince William County or Loudoun County. - Washington’s current team headquarters is in Ashburn, Virginia, which is in Loudoun County. FedEx Field, Washington’s stadium, is located in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Washington has a lease with FedEx Field until 2027. The state of Maryland and Washington, D.C., both remain in contention for Washington’s new stadium, but the momentum clearly favors Virginia right now, with the newly-appointed governor intent on making it happen. - “Virginia is a football state. We deserve a football team — both as a source of shared pride and of state revenues,” House Majority Leader Terry G. Kilgore said, per Laura Vozzella of The Washington Post. “We have a business-minded, forward-thinking governor and House majority, and as we continue to pursue this opportunity, I think it’s important for us to understand how this project and its revenues will benefit the whole state, from Arlington to the mountains of Southwest Virginia.” - Earlier this week, Northern Virginia State Senator Jeremy McPike spoke with Tom Fitzgerald of Fox 5 D.C. and said talks between the Commonwealth and the WFT were “very serious.” - McPike also offered the following comments to Fox 5: - There are some locations under consideration, I can’t talk about specific sites, but certainly the existing station contract in Maryland is up in the next four years. And so they’ve got to start to make plans now, the construction of a stadium takes years and years. - Much like the new name, this is a divisive topic. You have fans from each area who will be upset with where Washington decides to build its new stadium. For many Washington fans, Washington, D.C. is the most logical choice, but that doesn’t seem possible for many reasons. - Washington’s 25 years at FedEx Field have been disastrous. The stadium is a dump and the laughingstock of the NFL. - For the first time in years, there seems to be real progress toward a new Washington stadium. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - -

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Jan 21, 2022

Washington's Taylor Heinicke could be Insurance in 2022 / So much talk involves the Washington Football Team obtaining a franchise

Washington's Taylor Heinicke could be Insurance in 2022 / So much talk involves the Washington Football Team obtaining a franchise quarterback in this 2022 offseason. - Mock drafts are already being read and searched online daily in interest to whom Washington might draft with the 11th selection in round one of the upcoming NFL draft, April 28. - Whom will Washington trade for or sign in the next couple of months? Russell Wilson, Derek Carr, Matt Ryan, Kirk Cousins, Aaron Rodgers, Jared Goff, Carson Wentz, Jimmy Garoppolo, Teddy Bridgewater, Davis Mills, Deshaun Watson, Baker Mayfield, Daniel Jones, Jameis Winston, Tyrod Taylor, Cam Newton, Marcus Mariota, Drew Lock and Geno Smith. - Yes, I have either read or heard EVERYONE of those names mentioned as possibilities for Washington to obtain in this offseason as either a franchise or bridge quarterback. - One name being overlooked most often now is actually Taylor Heinicke. Heinicke came into the 2021 season as the backup as the team front office and coaching staff planned on veteran Ryan Fitzpatrick leading the WFT to the playoffs. - Fitz didn’t make it one half of one game, and that was most unfortunate. Heinicke was 7-8 in the 15 games he started. He did complete 65 percent of his passes (321-494) for 20 touchdowns but also 15 interceptions. His 6.9 yards per attempt does leave much to be desired. - It is altogether possible the WFT will swing big this offseason, but what if the two parties talking trade or a free-agent signing, cannot agree upon compensation? What if Washington then determines to draft a quarterback in round one of the 2022 NFL draft? - That could mean Taylor Heinicke as the starter for the Burgundy and Gold Week 1. How many weeks, would he then start? How quickly would the drafted quarterback be expected to start? - What teams drafting in the top ten spots also need a quarterback? Which teams needing a quarterback might move ahead of the No. 11 spot and take the quarterback they like? - Most “franchise” quarterbacks are drafted in the first round. Whether No. 11 overall will be early enough remains to be seen. And that means Taylor Heinicke might be playing much more next season. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your

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Jan 21, 2022

J.D. McKissic 'definitely' wants to return to Washington / The Washington Football Team has a busy offseason in front of

J.D. McKissic 'definitely' wants to return to Washington / The Washington Football Team has a busy offseason in front of them. Not only is Washington desperately seeking to upgrade the quarterback position, but it has several free agents it would like to retain. - Washington re-signed left tackle Charles Leno toward the end of the regular season, solidifying an important position for the next three years. Other free agents for Washington include Brandon Scherff, J.D. McKissic, Cornelius Lucas, Tim Settle and Bobby McCain. - Scherff is obviously the biggest name of the bunch, but he is expected to depart after back-to-back franchise tags. When discussing free agents, head coach Ron Rivera specifically mentioned Leno, McKissic and McCain as players he’d like to keep around. - McCain told reporters he preferred to stay. In a recent interview with Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post, McKissic made his preference known. - “Definitely, I want to stay,” McKissic said. “Everybody knows that.” - McKissic entered the NFL back in 2016 as an undrafted free agent from Arkansas State. He spent most of his rookie season with the Falcons before signing with the Seahawks in December. Seattle converted McKissic to running back, where he enjoyed some success with the Seahawks. - After being waived by Seattle, the Detroit Lions claimed McKissic off waivers. He spent the 2019 season in Detroit, where he played all 16 games, making three starts. - He signed with Washington in 2020, and at the time, no one thought much of McKissic’s signing. He and tight end Logan Thomas ended up being signings for Washington that offseason. Both players have played a vital role in Washington’s offense when healthy. - Washington wants to keep McKissic, and it should. Before he was lost for the season in Week 12, McKissic was having another solid season as Washington’s complement to Antonio Gibson. It’s no coincidence that Washington’s offense was more efficient when McKissic was involved. He and Gibson are an outstanding duo because both are versatile. McKissic is arguably the game’s top pass-catching running back. - Washington will have a new quarterback in 2021. Whether that quarterback is a rookie or a veteran, he’d be better if McKissic was still around. - McKissic appreciates that Washington gave him an opportunity. - - - - - - “I finally got the opportunity to just really be trusted and really show my versatility and what I can do,” McKissic said. “They gave me the chance to do that.” - - - - - - - Hopefully, Washington doesn’t allow McKissic to test free agency, where he’ll be a valuable commodity in today’s NFL. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - -

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Jan 21, 2022

Counting down Washington's 2021 top performers: No. 4, Antonio Gibson / Over the next week, Washington Wire will be counting

Counting down Washington's 2021 top performers: No. 4, Antonio Gibson / Over the next week, Washington Wire will be counting down the top five Washington Football Team performers for the 2021 season. - No. 4 Antonio Gibson (RB) - The second-year running back out of Memphis led the team in rushing attempts (258), rushing yards (1,038), rushing touchdowns (7), rushing yards per game (64.8), rushing attempts per game (16.1), longest reception (73 yards), touches/rushing attempts and receptions (300), yards from scrimmage (rushing and receiving) (1,331) and rushing and receiving touchdowns (10). - - Antonio Gibson picking up where he left off. #WashingtonFootball - : #LACvsWAS on CBS: NFL app pic.twitter.com/nJNoqsMXNs - — NFL (@NFL) September 12, 2021 - - - Gibson, who played receiver and was a returner at Memphis, completed his second season exclusively at running back with his career-high 146 yards in 21 carries against the NY Giants. - Gibson was actually third on my preliminary list; however, Gibson’s six fumbles (four lost) could not be ignored, so he is Washington’s fourth top performer for 2021. - Gibson who will turn 24 in June, was drafted in round three (66 overall) of the 2020 NFL Draft. Gibson rushed for 100 yards twice this season (111 against Seattle Week 12 and 146 vs NY Giants in Week 18). - Gibson also had productive rushing games against the Chargers (20-90, 4.5 ypc), NY Giants (13-69, 5.31 ypc), Falcons (14-63, 4.5 ypc) and the Panthers (19-95, 5.0 ypc). - Gibson grew into a productive leader for Washington in 2021. His 258 rushing attempts were 4th in the NFL. His 1,037 yards (6th), 11 rushing touchdowns (7th), 64.8 rushing yards per game (10th) and 300 touches from scrimmage (4th). - Gibson’s 1,037 rushing yards were the first time a Washington back rushed for 1,000+ yards since Adrian Peterson’s 1,042 yards in 2018. He also caught 42 passes for 294 yards for 3 touchdowns. - - GO, GIBSON, GO. - Antonio Gibson goes for a 73-yard TD! #WashingtonFootball - : #WASvsBUF on FOX: NFL app pic.twitter.com/eB6NShoVY2 - — NFL (@NFL) September 26, 2021 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 21, 2022

Washington assistant RBs coach Jennifer King continues to make history / Washington assistant running backs coach Jennifer King continues to

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Jan 21, 2022

Former Washington coach Jay Gruden gets 2nd interview with Panthers for open OC position / After a year away from

Former Washington coach Jay Gruden gets 2nd interview with Panthers for open OC position / After a year away from football, former Washington head coach Jay Gruden could be returning to the sidelines. According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, Gruden interviewed with the Carolina Panthers Thursday for their vacant offensive coordinator position. - It’s Gruden’s second interview with Carolina head coach Matt Rhule, this time, it was an in-person interview. He is the second known candidate to reach a second interview with the Panthers. Indianapolis Colts running backs coach Scottie Montgomery has also been interviewed twice. - - The #Panthers are interviewing former Washington HC Jay Gruden for their vacant OC job today, sources say. This is in-person, his second time interviewing with coach Matt Rhule. Gruden has been OC with the #Bengals and most recently with the #Jaguars. - — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 20, 2022 - - - Gruden was fired in Oct. 2019 after Washington started 0-5. In his five-plus seasons in Washington, Gruden recorded a record of 35-49-1. Gruden led Washington to one NFC East title, impressive considering he never truly had the chance to pick out his own quarterback. - After being fired in Washington, Gruden joined the Jacksonville Jaguars as offensive coordinator in 2020, but head coach Doug Marrone was fired after a 1-15 season, leaving Gruden without a job. - Gruden had talked about getting into the media, even trying out for networks as an analyst, but has maintained he always wanted to get back into coaching. - If Gruden lands in Carolina, he will enter a situation similar to one he had in Washington. The Panthers currently have no quarterback of the future but do own the No. 6 overall pick. The Panthers have running back Christian McCaffrey and a talented group of wide receivers. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 20, 2022

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Jan 20, 2022

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Jan 20, 2022

Washington lands offensive help in The Athletic's 2-round mock draft / The Washington Football Team will have a new quarterback

Washington lands offensive help in The Athletic's 2-round mock draft / The Washington Football Team will have a new quarterback for the 2022 NFL season. Yes, Taylor Heinicke will return, but Washington’s primary goal is to upgrade the quarterback position this offseason. - The biggest question is will that upgrade come via trade or the 2022 NFL draft? - As of now, almost every mock draft has Washington going quarterback with its first-round pick, which is No. 11 overall. Some analysts slot Matt Corral to Washington, while others see Kenny Pickett landing in D.C., Mel Kiper chose Liberty’s Malik Willis for the WFT in his first mock draft. - Dane Brugler of The Athletic released his first mock draft of the 2022 offseason and he, too, has Washington going with a quarterback. - - 11. Washington Football Team — Kenny Pickett, QB, Pittsburgh - Washington has a poor track record of drafting quarterbacks in the early rounds. Since the merger in 1970, the franchise has drafted eight quarterbacks in the top 100 picks, and only one (Jay Schroeder) of the eight had a winning record with the organization. That means Washington is due, right? Pickett doesn’t have an explosive arm, but he is accurate from various platforms and his football IQ makes him NFL ready. - Brugler is right; Washington has to be due, right? Pickett is probably a safer pick than some of the other passers considered for the first round; however, his ceiling may be a bit lower than Corral or Willis. - This was a two-round mock draft, so where did Brugler turn for Washington’s second-round pick? - At No. 42 overall, Washington selects Kentucky offensive lineman Darian Kinnard. - This is a value pick for Washington. Kinnard was a consensus All-American in 2021 and is a two-time first-team All-SEC performer. Anytime you can land a first-team All-SEC offensive lineman, that’s a positive development. - Washington coach Ron Rivera loves versatility. He’d love Kinnard. Kennard can play tackle or guard, and with All-Pro guard Brandon Scherff expected to depart, Kinnard can slide right into his old position and be a day-one starter. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 20, 2022

Counting Down Washington's 2021 top performers: No. 5, Cole Holcomb / Over the next week, Washington Wire will be counting

Counting Down Washington's 2021 top performers: No. 5, Cole Holcomb / Over the next week, Washington Wire will be counting down the top five Washington Football Team performers for the 2021 season. - No. 5 Cole Holcomb (LB) - Holcomb grew into becoming a team leader in 2021, leading the team in combined tackles (142), solo tackles (83) and assisted tackles (59). He and safety Bobby McCain were the only players to return an interception for a touchdown, both having one apiece. - The former North Carolina Tar Heel was fourth in passes defended (7) and tied for second in forced fumbles (2) and also recovered one fumble. - Starting 16 games, the third-year linebacker intercepted two passes, returning them for 54 yards, including his 31-yard pick-six return of Dallas’ Dak Prescott in the first meeting of 2021 between the teams, and was a leading highlight of the Washington defense this season. - - Cole Holcomb – PICK 6! pic.twitter.com/2hHD5b9Iyi - — Mark Tyler(Hogs Haven) (@Tiller56) December 12, 2021 - - - Holcomb’s sacks (1.0) and QB hits (2) were reduced in 2021 because he was given fewer opportunities to blitz, being given the challenge to contribute more in pass coverage in his third season. - Jack Del Rio expressed, “Cole’s done a nice job throughout the year of leading, of communicating, of being productive.” - It was former Head Coach Jay Gruden who reportedly really liked Holcomb in film and was insistent that Washington should draft Holcomb when he was still available in the fifth round. Washington selected Holcomb at No. 173 overall in 2019. - - My favorite play from yesterday. It’s great to see one of our LBs make a play in coverage. This one was crucial in preventing a score. Shout out to Cole Holcomb #WashingtonFootball pic.twitter.com/3qReWnV0KV - — WFT (@_mattschoen_) December 6, 2021 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 20, 2022

Ron Rivera won't be at the Senior Bowl / In a wide-ranging interview with Scott Abraham of WJLA ABC 7News

Ron Rivera won't be at the Senior Bowl / In a wide-ranging interview with Scott Abraham of WJLA ABC 7News Wednesday, Washington head coach Ron Rivera stated he would not be present at the Reese’s Senior Bowl. - This came as a surprise to some with Washington’s dire need at quarterback, and five of the top NFL draft prospects present in Mobile, Alabama, for Senior Bowl week. - Relax. - Rivera has his handpicked front office, which includes general manager Martin Mayhew, Marty Hurney, Eric Stokes and Chris Polian, so Washington will be heavily represented in Mobile. Offensive coordinator Scott Turner and quarterbacks coach Ken Zampese will also likely be present. - There’s really nothing for Rivera to do at the Senior Bowl. He will be able to watch film of the practices and watch the game. Washington’s front office did plenty of leg work on each of the top college quarterbacks throughout the 2021 college football season. Washington knows what these passers can do on the field; now, it’s about seeing them against other draft-eligible players, working with an NFL coaching staff. - “We are going to go down to the Senior Bowl, and when I say we, our scouting department will be down there, and specific coaches will be down there,” Rivera said. - That led to Abraham asking Rivera if he was attending: - “No,” Rivera replied. He explained further. - When I’m going to do something, I’m going to try to do it as private as possible and away from everybody. I don’t need distractions. I want to be able to focus in on specific guys. There’s a lot of things that we need to do, and right now, this is all about information gathering. You go someplace where everyone else is, and your conversations are going to be guarded. Their answers are going to be guarded. So, I don’t want to miss the opportunity when I’m sitting down with these guys; I want candidness, I want as open as possible. We went through this at one point in 2011, when I was in Carolina, and the approach we took was everything we did with those candidates that were coming out was just us. We were the entire focus of his attention, and he was the entire focus of our attention. - Rivera’s answer leads me to believe he is working furiously behind the scenes to land a veteran quarterback while his staff continues its work on the college passers. After the Senior Bowl, Rivera will convene with his front office and coaches and finalize their plan to attack the quarterback position. - The head coach will still have plenty of opportunities to sit down with the draft-eligible passers. First, you have the NFL scouting combine, and then you have select visits, where prospects can visit Washington’s team headquarters. - I wouldn’t worry too much about Rivera not attending the Senior Bowl. - - - - - - -

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Jan 20, 2022

Ron Rivera unveils some of his own priorities / Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera conveyed to WJLA TV-7’s

Ron Rivera unveils some of his own priorities / Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera conveyed to WJLA TV-7’s Scott Abraham Tuesday that he now knows the new name, which will be unveiled Feb. 2, on the NBC Today Show. - “I can tell it to you in about 15 days,” Rivera said. “To me, this new name is an opportunity to move forward, to move from where we are right now. It’s an opportunity to distinguish and separate ourselves so that people understand, please judge us from where we’re headed, not from what happened in the past.” - You recall one week earlier (January 11), Rivera was making his last appearance for the 2021 season with the “Sports Junkies” on 106.7 The Fan. In that conversation, Rivera insisted he did not yet know the new name, clarifying that he felt the less he knows about other things than football, the better. - Some may pounce on Rivera for this, citing an apparent contradiction. They will say he told the “Sports Junkies” he did not know the name, but he told Scott Abraham he did know the name. - But that is not a contradiction necessarily. It is entirely possible that Rivera did not know Jan. 11, and in seven 24-hour days, he was informed of the new team name. - Not only is it possible, but perhaps even probable that Rivera had informed Wright and or Snyder that he preferred to stay focused on the final regular-season games. Rivera did insist to the “Sports Junkies” his last two appearances he was focusing more on football instead of peripheral matters. - Thus, Rivera probably simply waited until the regular season was concluded as well as the exit interviews (he mentioned taking up much of his time early last week) before inquiring about the new team name. - Rivera had also stated last week to the “Junkies” he was not planning on being at the Today Show unveiling. He elaborated upon that Tuesday with Abraham saying he is planning on being in California for his father’s birthday. - Doesn’t this actually fit his statements of the last two weeks? Is this Rivera indirectly revealing he doesn’t need to be in front of the cameras for the new name unveiling? - Doesn’t his choice display what Rivera, at this stage of his life (age 60), finds more important is spending time with his aging father on his birthday? In this day of shallowness and ego, don’t you find Rivera’s choice refreshing? - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - -

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Jan 20, 2022

Washington goes for a quarterback in Mel Kiper's mock draft / Washington lands quarterback in the new Mel Kiper mock

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Jan 19, 2022

Washington signs former first-round pick to reserve/future contract / The Washington Football Team continues to add to the offseason roster.

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Jan 19, 2022

Washington's faith in its roster could lead to aggressive pursuit of quarterbacks / With more confidence in its depth and

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Jan 19, 2022

Ron Rivera names 2 priorities he looks for in a quarterback / If you ask an NFL head coach what

Ron Rivera names 2 priorities he looks for in a quarterback / If you ask an NFL head coach what he looks for in a quarterback, you will probably get similar answers from each one. Most NFL coaches prioritize accuracy and decision-making in an NFL quarterback. - Over the years, some of what coaches desire in a quarterback has changed a bit. While the NFL has adapted to more of the spread concepts from the college game, NFL coaches like quarterbacks with more athleticism. - In a recent appearance on the “John Keim Report” podcast, Washington coach Ron Rivera spoke about the two most important traits he looks for in a quarterback. Rivera named decision-making and quick-twitch. - While some would say quick-twitch refers to “freaky” athleticism, Rivera defines it differently. - By quick-twitch, what we mean is if ‘I see what I need to see, I’m making a decision now, and I have the ability to get it out.’ Some guys it takes a little bit, ‘ok I see but now I get my body into the position, now I got to take this long delivery,’ whereas, ‘hey, I see it, I throw it.’ - Rivera talked about mobility and how important it is but used Tom Brady as an example. - You look at Tom Brady, you see how Brady gets it. The team’s best pass rusher lines up to the left side of their offense, the ball gets snapped, Tom doesn’t stand in the pocket, he starts drifting away from his left side, going to his right, so he’s working away from that pass rusher. And then he delivers the ball, so it’s just enough pocket awareness, mobility to say ‘ok if they’re going to line their best pass rusher up over here to this side when I take that snap I’m going to start filtering myself to my left.’ - This is a perfect description from Rivera. Tom Brady isn’t a mobile guy. No one would ever describe him that way, but his pocket awareness and ability to maneuver in the pocket are partially why he is the greatest quarterback of all time. - Studying this upcoming draft class will be fascinating, and seeing how these quarterbacks stack up concerning the traits Rivera desires in a quarterback. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington

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Jan 19, 2022

Would Washington fans like to have Matthew Stafford right now? / The Los Angeles Rams achieved a solid playoff win

Would Washington fans like to have Matthew Stafford right now? / The Los Angeles Rams achieved a solid playoff win Monday night with their new quarterback Matthew Stafford. - You recall Stafford played 12 seasons with the Detroit Lions and was traded in the 2021 off-season to the Rams for Jared Goff, two first-round choices and a third-round choice. - Monday night I sat there thinking, “Would the WFT really want to have Stafford right now?” - Tuesday I listened to the Al Galdi Podcast and sure enough, there was Galdi not asking the same exact question, but a certainly closely-related one nonetheless. Here is the link to Galdi’s Tuesday podcast, in case you’d rather hear his version of the question. - So, Washington Wire readers, “Would you like to have Matthew Stafford right now as your number one quarterback?” - There are two sides to this of course… there usually are… at least two sides. - Stafford is in his 13th NFL season and he will turn 34 on Feb. 7. He has been around the block several times and has had a few injuries. Remember, the next two drafts the Rams will not be drafting in round one. - Yet, Stafford is still a big, strong-armed quarterback that could get the ball down the field much better for the WFT. He was 13-17, with 202 yards, two touchdowns and zero interceptions Monday against the Cardinals. Stafford certainly didn’t pass for as many yards as other playoff winners over the weekend. He was however efficient, accurate and did not turn over the ball. - Washington you recall attempted to trade for Stafford and according to one report was offering a first and third-round choice and a starting player. The identity of the starting player was never revealed. - Trading for an older veteran quarterback doesn’t always work out well. Washington owner Daniel Snyder and Bruce Allen were excited in 2010 to trade for veteran Eagles’ QB Donovan McNabb, but McNabb was gone after one unimpressive season in the burgundy and gold. - McNabb was then traded to the Vikings for a sixth-round pick. McNabb started six games for the Vikings going 1-5, was benched and never played again. - That draft choice became Alfred Morris, who lived in the shadow of Robert Griffin III in 2012, but his numbers don’t lie. Morris actually was a steal in the sixth round rushing for 1,613 yards (2012), 1,275 yards (2013) and 1,074 yards (2014). - Back to Stafford possibly in burgundy and gold. Washington did not have a second wide receiver really step up this year alongside Terry McLaurin. Curtis Samuel was never 100 percent healthy. Dyami Brown was disappointing and Cam Sims for whatever reason did not produce as I expected. - But with Stafford’s arm, perhaps the ball would have gotten to Sims, Brown and DeAndre Carter much more often. But again, we just don’t know, and we never will. - Onto 2022 offseason… - - -

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Jan 19, 2022

LOOK: Trent Williams laughs at Cowboys' fans after 49ers' win / Trent Williams was the No. 4 overall pick by

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Jan 19, 2022

Washington's 2021 top performers: Honorable mention / Over the next week, Washington Wire will be counting down the top five

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Jan 19, 2022

ESPN predicts Washington to trade for Jimmy Garoppolo this offseason / Could Jimmy Garoppolo be an option for Washington in

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Jan 18, 2022

Washington lands quarterback in latest PFF mock draft / If the Washington Football Team doesn’t land a veteran quarterback by

Washington lands quarterback in latest PFF mock draft / If the Washington Football Team doesn’t land a veteran quarterback by the opening of the new league year in March, they will most definitely secure one with a first-round pick in the 2022 NFL draft. - Early mock drafts have Ole Miss’ Matt Corral and Pitt’s Kenny Pickett landing in Washington. Both would be solid choices, as they could play early, but each offers a different style. We know Ron Rivera and Scott Turner like mobility in a quarterback, which fits Corral better than Pickett, although Pickett is underrated as an athlete. - Pro Football Focus recently released their latest mock draft this week, and the pick is not a surprise. PFF has Washington landing Corral at No. 11. - Washington needs to get aggressive when it comes to upgrading the quarterback position. The Taylor Heinicke experiment has run its course following a 2021 campaign that resulted in a bottom-five finish in PFF grade. - Ole Miss’ Matt Corral will be in the conversation for top quarterback in the 2022 class after wrapping up his Rebels career with back-to-back 85.0-plus PFF grades (2020 and 2021). He is currently ranked as the No. 21 overall player and No. 2 quarterback behind Kenny Pickett on PFF’s draft board. - Corral was the second quarterback taken in this mock draft. Surprisingly, North Carolina QB Sam Howell was first, going No. 9 overall to the Broncos. - Desmond Ridder of Cincinnati went to New Orleans at No. 18 and Pickett landed with the Steelers at No. 20. - Ridder and Howell aren’t nearly receiving enough love early in the pre-draft process. Expect that to change over the next several months. - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 18, 2022

Washington lands a different franchise quarterback in Sporting News mock draft / The Washington Football Team will be in the

Washington lands a different franchise quarterback in Sporting News mock draft / The Washington Football Team will be in the quarterback business in 2022. Washington will likely be aggressive in seeking a veteran quarterback before the 2022 NFL draft, but if that pursuit fails, then it’s all about landing one of the draft’s top passers. - Recent mock drafts have already connected Washington with Matt Corral of Ole Miss. A new mock draft by Vinnie Iyer of The Sporting News is out, and he has Washington going with a quarterback at No. 11 — just not Corral. - Iyer’s mock draft has two quarterbacks off the board in the first nine picks, with Malik Willis going No. 6 to the Panthers and Corral going No. 9 to the Broncos. - Who does that leave Washington with? How about Pitt’s Kenny Pickett: - Washington got some flashes from Taylor Heinicke while Ryan Fitzpatrick’s bridge season was a total injury washout. But it cannot move forward and expect to tap fully into its promising passing game without a confident franchise QB made for a big market. Pickett has surged into first-round consideration with other big-name QBs fading thanks to outstanding play, which made the Panthers a formidable ranked offensive-minded power in the ACC. He has natural deep-ball accuracy and football intelligence. He also has that underrated Joe Burrow-like swagger. - You have to like this move if you’re Washington. Pickett falling to No. 11 is almost a perfect scenario. He’s the most polished quarterback in this year’s class, and the extra year he stayed in college he really blossomed as a quarterback. - There is a lot to like about Pickett’s game. He is an underrated athlete, with a plus arm. He’s accurate and continues to improve. Yes, his trajectory sounds a bit like Burrow, but let’s not get too carried away. - If Kenny Pickett is the pick for Washington in April at No. 11, the franchise should be happy. Of course, a lot can and will happen long before then. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 18, 2022

1991 The greatest season in Washington football history, Week 15 / This 2021 NFL season reminds us that 30 years

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Jan 18, 2022

Washington's top 5 needs in 2022 / Here are Washington's top five needs for 2022.

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Jan 18, 2022

Several Washington players stand out in ESPN's win rates measuring success in the trenches / There are all sorts of

Several Washington players stand out in ESPN's win rates measuring success in the trenches / There are all sorts of ways to measure player efficiency in 2022. Football Outsiders and Pro Football Focus first come to mind when using different forms of data to evaluate individual and team performance. - ESPN Analytics created a new metric in 2021 using NFL’s Next Gen Stats to measure individual and team success in the trenches. ESPN’s new metric measures pass-rush win rate, stop-run win rate, pass-block win rate and run-block win rate. - Washington’s team was built to win in the trenches. Unfortunately, things didn’t go as planned in 2021, with defensive end Chase Young lost for the season in Week 10 and fellow defensive end Montez Sweat also missing several games. - The WFT also had numerous injuries along the offensive line, including playing the final weeks with their fourth-string center. - According to ESPN’s win rates, Washington held up well in the trenches despite the injuries. - Defensive tackle Jonathan Allen ranked No. 8 amongst defensive tackles in pass rush win rate. No Washington interior defensive lineman ranked inside the top 10 for run stop win rate. However, as a team, Washington ranked No. 13 in team run-block win rate. - Washington ranked No. 19 in team pass-rush win rate. That’s certainly a disappointment considering what Washington has invested in its front four. Even before the injuries, Young had issues getting to the passer consistently. - Washington’s offensive line had plenty of success. Left tackle Charles Leno was ranked No. 10 in pass-block win rate for offensive tackles — tied with Trent Williams. Left guard Ereck Flowers ranked No. 6 among guards. Center Chase Roullier would likely have been ranked if not for his season-ending injury in Week 8. - Washington was even more successful in run-block win rate. Right guard Brandon Scherff was No. 1 among all guards, while rookie right tackle Sam Cosmi was No. 3 among all offensive tackles. - As a team, Washington was No. 9 in pass-block win rate and No. 1 in run-block win rate. Now, you understand why the metrics favor Washington’s offensive line success. - Even if Washington loses Scherff in free agency, the WFT’s offensive line is set up for success in 2022 and beyond. - - - - - - - - - - - - Email - - - - - Sign up - - - - - - - - Like this article? - Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning - - - - An error has occured - - - Please re-enter your email address. - - - - - - Thanks for signing up! - - - You'll now receive the

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Jan 17, 2022

Washington rolls over $4 million in cap space for 2022 / Washington will carry some of its unused cap space

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Jan 17, 2022

Washington fans enjoy Eagles and Cowboys losing / Sunday was sort of a gift for Washington fans. Although Washington lost

Washington fans enjoy Eagles and Cowboys losing / Sunday was sort of a gift for Washington fans. Although Washington lost four of their final five regular-season games, failing to qualify for the NFC playoffs, Washington fans enjoyed Sunday’s first two Wild-Card games when the Eagles fell to the Bucs 31-15 and then the Cowboys came up short in Dallas (23-17) to the 49ers in a thriller. In Tampa, the Eagles were simply outplayed from the opening whistle. Tom Brady led the Bucs on two long early touchdown drives to lead 17-0 at the half. Two third-quarter Eagles turnovers then resulted in Brady’s two-yard touchdown pass to Rob Gronkowski and one of 36 yards to Mike Evans, and it was 31-0 Bucs. Meanwhile, in Dallas, the 49ers leading 23-10, Jimmy Garoppolo threw a terrible interception to the Cowboys’ Anthony Brown. Five plays and 28 yards later, Dak Prescott scored from five yards and Dallas who had trailed 23-7, now only trailed 23-17 with 8:02 remaining. After forcing a San Francisco punt, Dallas drove 56 yards in five plays; however, the final play Prescott had decided to run up the middle for 17 yards to the 49er 24-yard line. Chaos ensued; the Dallas offensive line hurried to the apparent new line of scrimmage, and got set. But the official whose duty it is to mark the ball for the next play, had difficulty as the Cowboys’ lineman unknowingly did not make room for him to enter to establish the spot for the next play. The Cowboys consequently, lost two or three seconds, and time expired, not permitting Prescott to stop the clock with an incomplete pass. Had he been permitted to dump the ball, it would have allowed the Cowboys to have one final pass attempt from 24 yards. This is an awful play call and awful execution for @dallascowboys Awful pic.twitter.com/yMjoPA7MuZ — Dan Orlovsky (@danorlovsky7) January 17, 2022 - Yes, of course, for Washington fans the Eagles and Cowboys losing in the playoffs on the same afternoon was only a consolation prize, but a pretty good one at that. Email Sign up Like this article? Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning

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Jan 17, 2022

Former Washington LB/DE Ryan Kerrigan has good game vs. Bucs in playoffs / Former Washington outside linebacker and defensive end

Former Washington LB/DE Ryan Kerrigan has good game vs. Bucs in playoffs / Former Washington outside linebacker and defensive end Ryan Kerrigan certainly made a major contribution Sunday in the Philadelphia Eagles 31-15 loss to the Tampa Bay Bucs. Kerrigan drafted in round one by Washington in the 2011 NFL Draft (16th overall) played ten seasons with Washington, but after only starting one game in the 2020 season, was not re-signed and chose to sign with the Eagles. Sunday against the Buccaneers, Kerrigan managed to achieve 1.5 sacks, three tackles, two of which were solo tackles. Kerrigan also was credited with two tackles for a loss and two additional QB hits. That long arm is undefeated https://t.co/dttMRlWmC8 — Chris Baker (@cbakerswaggy) January 16, 2022 - The former Purdue Boilermaker in his 10 seasons with Washington recorded 95.5 sacks, an additional 120 tackles for a loss and 149 QB hits. Kerrigan also achieved the distinction of having intercepted three passes and returning each one for a touchdown. Kerrigan signed a one-year deal with the Eagles in the 2021 off-season and strangely enough seeing limited action in 16 games this season recorded only two QB hits and no QB sacks. This was the only season Kerrigan did not record at least one QB sack. When with Washington, Kerrigan played on playoff teams in 2012, 2015 and 2020. Sunday with Philadelphia, consequently marked the first time Kerrigan had participated in the playoffs in consecutive years. Perhaps if Kerrigan retires this offseason, this playoff game Sunday will be a good way for him to conclude his otherwise productive career as a pass rusher. Washington’s all-time leader in sacks, Kerrigan is a lock to make the team’s Ring of Fame. Email Sign up Like this article? Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning An error has occured Please re-enter your email address. Thanks for signing up! You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 17, 2022

Could Russell Wilson be an option for Washington in 2022? / On Saturday, news broke of Las Vegas Raiders quarterback

Could Russell Wilson be an option for Washington in 2022? / On Saturday, news broke of Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr potentially being on the move in 2022 if there is a coaching change. We speculated on if Carr was a possible fit for Washington. On Sunday, Ian Rapoport reported another veteran quarterback wanted to “explore his options” this offseason. That quarterback is Russell Wilson of the Seattle Seahawks. From @NFLGameDay: The #Steelers need to find an answer at QB this offseason (https://t.co/FMVdzYpDxs), while #Seahawks QB Russell Wilson wants to explore his options (https://t.co/v0CESrBiSz). pic.twitter.com/ZUyUd4npK0 — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 16, 2022 - So, if Washington should do everything in its power to go after Carr if he’s available, that statement also stands true for Wilson. Wilson should absolutely be Washington’s top priority in the 2022 offseason if both are somehow available. Much like Carr, how attractive is Washington as a destination with a quarterback who will have plenty of options like Wilson? There has already been smoke this offseason about a potential fit between the Saints and Wilson. That makes too much sense. Wilson playing for Sean Payton would be the perfect pairing and instantly make the Saints a contender again. Wilson, 33, is from Richmond, Virginia, an eight-time Pro Bowler and a Super Bowl champion. He had a tough season in 2021, as he battled a finger injury that seemed to linger for him, impacting his accuracy at times. I don’t see why Seattle would move him. But perhaps Wilson wants a change of scenery after 10 years with the Seahawks. It will cost a lot if he is moved in trade compensation and salary. The salary isn’t an issue for Washington, as the team has plenty of cap room, and owner Dan Snyder would give up virtually anything to pay a top-flight passer such as Wilson. I wouldn’t count on Wilson wanting to play in Washington if he does want out of Seattle. But that shouldn’t stop Ron Rivera and Martin Mayhew from pursuing him. A quarterback such as Wilson also makes Washington an immediate threat in the NFC. Seattle has Wilson under contract for two more years, so the Seahawks hold all of the cards here even if Wilson demands a trade. Email Sign up Like this article?

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Jan 17, 2022

Washington's 2021 MVPs on offense, defense and special teams / Our 2021 MVPs for Washington on offense, defense and special

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Jan 16, 2022

Washington airs commercial promoting name reveal during Bucs-Eagles' playoff game / If you were watching the NFC wild-card game between

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Jan 16, 2022

Ryan Fitzpatrick was shirtless at Bills' wild-card game as a fan / Ryan Fitzpatrick’s 2021 season didn’t go as planned

Ryan Fitzpatrick was shirtless at Bills' wild-card game as a fan / Ryan Fitzpatrick’s 2021 season didn’t go as planned for him or the Washington Football Team. Fitzpatrick’s season ended in the second quarter of Week 1 after just six passing attempts for 13 yards. A hip injury landed Fitzpatrick on injured reserve, but there was hope he’d return for the second half of the season. The injury didn’t heal as quickly as hoped, and Washington sidelined the 39-year-old quarterback for the season. Fitzpatrick wasn’t in Ashburn for last week’s locker clean-out day, or, at least, he wasn’t available to the media. But, five days later, we finally have a Fitzpatrick sighting: In Buffalo, for the Bills’ home wild-card game against the Patriots sitting amongst the crowd, as a fan shirtless. Check it out. Ryan Fitzpatrick: Forever a member of Bills mafia (: @teeforton) pic.twitter.com/cgAyBUKFRo — PFF (@PFF) January 16, 2022 - Fitzpatrick, who has played for nine teams, spent four seasons in Buffalo the most time he has spent with any team. Even though Buffalo released Fitzpatrick in 2013, he remains beloved in Buffalo. Fitzpatrick has made it no secret he, too, loves Buffalo. It’s unfortunate Washington fans didn’t get the full Fitzpatrick experience in 2021 for various reasons. He would’ve given Washington’s passing offense more life, the media more soundbites and the fans more reasons to love him. Here are more pictures from Fitzpatrick’s Saturday night in Buffalo. The People s Champ: Ryan Fitzpatrick. (Fitz was in our section and was incredibly kind and took photos with every single person who asked. Like all of us, Fitz just wanted to see his Bills win big tonight. Fitz!) #GoBills pic.twitter.com/1POVstE77A — Adam Sassone (@BuffaloAdam) January 16, 2022 - Once a Bill, forever a Legend. Eric Wood & Ryan Fitzpatrick reunite!#BillsMafia | #NFLbrotherhood pic.twitter.com/oaYzgv4MUy — Bills Legends Community (@BillsLegends) January 16, 2022 - @KyleBrandt @gmfb Hey Kyle you need to talk about how Ryan Fitzpatrick (Fitzmagic) still returned to Buffalo to sit in the stands and watch the Bills play last night. There is something about the connection between #BillsMafia and the players. pic.twitter.com/9snmhBhAlh — H.C.Sprung (@XxCarsten72xX) January 16, 2022 - It was nice to see a happy and healthy Fitzpatrick after a difficult 2021 season. Email Sign up

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Jan 16, 2022

Former Washington players see playoff action, Saturday / Former Washington running back Semaje Perine and former wide receiver DeSean Jackson

Former Washington players see playoff action, Saturday / Former Washington running back Semaje Perine and former wide receiver DeSean Jackson both saw action in the NFL playoff game in Cincinnati between the visiting Las Vegas Raiders and the home team Bengals. In the fourth quarter, Bengals running back Joe Mixon appeared to turn an ankle, grimaced in pain, looked to the sideline, then proceeded to take himself out of the game. Perine entered the game with the Bengals leading 23-16. Perine then got an early carry for two yards, and cameras displayed Mixon getting his ankle re-taped over on the sidelines. Mixon indeed returned, and Perine would be limited to the single carry. DeSean Jackson made a big play for the Raiders Saturday. The Raiders were trailing 26-16 in the final quarter on their own 44-yard line facing a fourth & 5 with 4:27 remaining. QB Derek Carr from the shotgun formation took the snap and appeared to have looked for Jackson and no other receiver on the play. Carr found and connected with Jackson on a crossing route over the middle for a huge 26-yard gain to the Bengals’ 30-yard line. On the previous Raiders’ possession, Carr found Jackson for a 35-yard gain; however, a holding penalty against Alex Leatherwood negated the huge Jackson gain for a first down into Cincinnati territory. A holding penalty by Alex Leatherwood takes away a big play to DeSean Jackson #RaiderNation pic.twitter.com/Q78Ya4FhhN — Pro Football Culture (@proftblculture) January 15, 2022 - Jackson also found himself in the news twice this week at the close of Week 18 of the regular season. When Washington back Antonio Gibson and receiver Terry McLaurin both went over the 1000-yard mark for the season, they became the first Washington duo to do so since the 2014 duo of Jackson and Alfred Morris. Also, in the season’s final week, Eagles receiver DeVonta Smith eclipsed the 2008 Eagles rookie record for most receiving yards set by Jackson. Finally, in Saturday’s playoff loss at Cincinnati, Jackson also dropped a deep Derek Carr pass in the first half for the Raiders. Perine was a fourth-round draft choice by Washington in 2017 and spent two seasons with the WFT. Washington signed Jackson as a free agent in 2014, and he spent three seasons in D.C. In two of those three seasons, he went over 1,000 yards receiving. Email Sign up

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Jan 16, 2022

What could a franchise quarterback bring to Washington? / What could a franchise quarterback bring to Washington? Every single fan

What could a franchise quarterback bring to Washington? / What could a franchise quarterback bring to Washington? Every single fan of the Washington Football Team must by now want and expect the Washington brass to be in hot pursuit of either a franchise QB through a trade or a draft choice in the 2022 offseason. Interestingly enough, during Saturday’s NFL playoff game between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Cincinnati Bengals, a brief discussion was launched by Mike Tirico and Drew Brees regarding Bengals’ cornerback Ricardo Allen’s comment concerning a franchise quarterback. Brees mentioned that prior to the game, he had asked Allen why he had decided to (leave Atlanta and) come to the Bengals. Allen, who spent the first six years of his career playing in Atlanta picking off 11 passes for interceptions, was reported to have simply replied, “Joe Burrow, he is the real deal.” Indeed Burrow has shown himself in his second NFL season to be “the real deal.” The 6-foot-4 221-pound Burrow remained healthy almost all of this season, starting 16 games, and was the NFL leader in completion percentage (70.4%), yards gained per pass attempt (8.9) and adjusted yards gained per pass attempt (9.0). Keep in mind Burrow put up these numbers despite not having the best of protection from the Bengals’ offensive line. Burrow also has the distinction of also leading the NFL in QB sacks in 2021, going down 51 times for -370 yards, both league highs. Brees continued he was not surprised to hear Allen’s response because the NFL is now such “a quarterback-driven league.” So free agents are aware that if they come to Cincinnati joining Burrow, it “will give them a chance to win an NFL championship.” Consequently, I could not help but instantly respond, “Hmmm, would NFL quality free agents want to come to Washington to be able to play with their current quarterbacks on the roster?” Of course, I am well aware money does talk. But listening to Brees Saturday, he is convinced that it will be increasingly true that free agents will be looking for teams in which they feel the quarterback can provide them a real opportunity to win an NFL championship. Thus, what can a franchise quarterback bring to Washington? He can bring along some veteran players who want to be provided the opportunity to play for a quarterback they are confident can lead the team to an NFL championship. Email Sign up

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Jan 16, 2022

Could Derek Carr be an option for Washington in 2022? / Before the NFL playoffs got underway Saturday, Ian Rapoport

Could Derek Carr be an option for Washington in 2022? / Before the NFL playoffs got underway Saturday, Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network reported that a veteran quarterback could be on the move this offseason. Rapoport said Raiders quarterback Derek Carr might be available to many of the NFL’s quarterback-needy teams, depending on Las Vegas’ search for a new head coach. Rich Bisaccia did an outstanding job taking over for Jon Gruden, going 7-5 and leading the Raiders to a berth in the AFC playoffs. The #Raiders and QB Derek Carr have a mutual decision to make this offseason, and sources say the choice of the head coach will be a factor. My story: https://t.co/fQHAwvccSq — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 15, 2022 - Rapoport speculated that a Las Vegas win or two in the playoffs would go a long way in Bisaccia potentially keeping the job. Unfortunately for the Raiders, they lost 26-19 to the Bengals after a last-second drive fell just short. Now, the Raiders will likely look elsewhere for a new head coach, although Bisaccia will have an opportunity to interview for the position. So, what does that mean for Carr? Carr has one year remaining on a five-year, $125 million contract he signed in 2017. Per Rapoport, the outcome of Las Vegas’ coaching search will play a vital role in Carr’s future. He speculated if the Raiders and Carr part ways, there will be a long line of suitors. He’s right. Rapoport named three teams who could be interested in Carr: the Saints, Colts and Texans. Washington was absent from his list, although he did mention several other teams that could pursue Carr. The Saints under Sean Payton make perfect sense for Carr. Imagine the impact Carr could’ve had for the Saints in 2021 in year one of the post-Drew Brees era? Washington will speak to the Raiders if Derek Carr is on the market. Washington’s defensive coordinator, Jack Del Rio, was Carr’s head coach for three seasons with the Raiders. The two appear to have a solid relationship outside of Del Rio’s previous comments about Carr struggling in cold-weather games. Carr said the two spoke after Washington’s December win over the Raiders. “I talked to him afterward,” Carr said per Adam Hill of the Las Vegas Review-Journal. “We had a good talk; obviously, I wish it was better for me, but we just expressed our love for one another and how thankful we were for the times that we had.” Del Rio would seemingly speak well of Carr to head coach Ron Rivera. The two shared some success together, specifically in 2016. Would Carr want to come to Washington? Rivera named reasons last week why Washington would be a desirable location for a talented veteran passer like Carr. And Rivera was correct. But what if Carr feels like he has better options? If he’s available for trade and the Saints are interested,

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Jan 16, 2022

Washington's offensive line grades out as one of the best in the NFL in 2021 / The Washington Football Team

Washington's offensive line grades out as one of the best in the NFL in 2021 / The Washington Football Team surprised everyone in 2020 when they won the NFC East despite a 7-9 record in Ron Rivera’s first season as head coach. A big reason for Washington’s success in 2020 was the offensive line. Washington ended the 2020 season with the NFL’s No. 6-ranked offensive line, according to Pro Football Focus. Despite its success in 2020, Rivera and offensive line coach John Matsko retooled the unit for 2021. Washington drafted Sam Cosmi in the second round of the 2021 NFL draft and signed left tackle Charles Leno in free agency after the Bears released him in a salary-cap move. While Cosmi missed some time with ankle and hip injuries, he proved he belonged as a rookie. Leno, meanwhile, started every game and earned a three-year contract extension at the end of the season. Washington also brought back left guard Ereck Flowers after a disappointing 2020 season with the Dolphins. The WFT’s only returning starters for 2021 were right guard Brandon Scherff and center Chase Roullier. In response to drafting Cosmi and signing Leno, Washington released longtime right tackle Morgan Moses and former draft pick Geron Christian. While Moses went on to have success with the Jets, Washington’s offensive line didn’t miss a beat without him. Leno and Flowers were outstanding, Scherff was, too, when he played. He missed six games Washington lost all six. In his place, Wes Schweitzer and Saahdiq Charles played well. Roullier was lost for the season in Week 8, and by Week 17, Washington was on its fourth center. Both Tyler Larsen and Schweitzer ended the season on injured reserve. Second-year center Keith Ismael started the last several games at center. In Cosmi’s absence, veteran Cornelius Lucas held down the right tackle position. Lucas played left tackle for Washington in 2020. Yet, through all of those injuries, Washington’s offensive line had another strong showing. According to PFF, Washington ended 2021 with the No. 6-ranked offensive line for the second consecutive season. Washington s offense should have been far better than it was this season given the platform the team was getting from its offensive line. There was no weak link on the unit, especially in pass protection, and even the players who replaced injured starters acquitted themselves well. The dynamics did shift a little with those injuries. Samuel Cosmi, Wes Schweitzer and Chase Roullier earned the three best PFF run-blocking grades, but each missed significant time, and their replacements were better pass-blockers than run-blockers. Can Washington repeat its performance in 2022? Scherff is unlikely to return and Lucas is a free agent. However, Leno, Flowers, Roullier and Cosmi are all back. Will Washington turn to Schweitzer or Charles to replace Scherff at right guard? Or, would Washington choose to replace Scherff via the draft? While it was an overall disappointing 2021 season for Washington, don’t blame the

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Jan 15, 2022

No Washington players make the NFL All-Pro team / Washington guard Brandon Scherff did something in 2020 that hadn’t been

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Jan 15, 2022

When did Washington last win a playoff game? / It's been 16 years since Washington last won a playoff game.

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Jan 15, 2022

Washington to host 'Park-n-Party' to celebrate new name / There was a lot of criticism directed at the Washington Football

Washington to host 'Park-n-Party' to celebrate new name / There was a lot of criticism directed at the Washington Football Team when they announced the reveal of the new name on Feb. 2 would occur on NBC’s “Today Show.”While some of the criticism was warranted, part of Washington’s thought process did make sense. Revealing your new name, logo and uniform on such a high-profile show less than two weeks before the Super Bowl is brilliant. The goal for Washington is to get as much publicity and as many eyeballs as possible on the new logo before the Super Bowl to get the NFL world talking.But, yes, for a Washington team announcing its new identity in New York, it did rub some the wrong way.Now, Washington has announced further activities for its reveal week. On the day of the announcement, owners Daniel and Tanya Snyder, and team president Jason Wright, will be present at FedEx Field for a “name and brand reveal” press event with local media. There will be no fans at this event.Two days later, on Feb. 4. Washington announced “Park-N-Party” at FedEx Field, specifically in parking lots E and F.We want to celebrate our brand reveal with youCome out to @FedExField on 2⃣.4⃣.2⃣2⃣ to start our new era! @budlight— Washington Football Team (@WashingtonNFL) January 13, 2022This is part of the announcement from Washington’s official website:Join us for a fun-filled night celebrating the beginning of the next chapter for the Burgundy & Gold. This tailgate experience, sponsored by Bud Light, will feature exclusive team content, new team gear, alumni meet & greets, photo opportunities, firework show and more!Event tickets are $5 per vehicle and all proceeds will go to Washington Football Charitable Foundation programs that support the local community. In order to accommodate as many fans as possible, tickets purchases will be limited to one ticket per transaction. Each ticket will grant entry to one vehicle on event day. Youdo notneed to have a ticket for each person within the vehicle.Season-ticket holders can buy tickets for the event on Jan. 26, while the general public can purchase tickets on Jan. 28.Give credit to Washington for these events. This was likely already in the works when the team announced the reveal would happen on the “Today Show,” but, per the usual, some were overly critical of Washington initially.EmailSign upLike this article?Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morningAn error has occuredPlease re-enter your email address.Thanks for signing up!You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 15, 2022

14 key offseason dates for Washington in 2022 / Here are 14 critical dates for Washington this offseason.

This Chemistry, This Brotherhood | Episode 20 | The Player's Club

Jan 15, 2022

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Jan 14, 2022

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Jan 14, 2022

Washington lands QB, offensive line help in latest Draft Wire mock draft / One of the strengths of the 2021

Washington lands QB, offensive line help in latest Draft Wire mock draft / One of the strengths of the 2021 Washington Football Team was the offensive line. Despite a string of injuries and an outbreak of COVID-19, Washington’s offensive line was among the best in the league. Only left tackle Charles Leno started every game. As for quarterback, Washington has a nice duo in Taylor Heinicke and Kyle Allen, but neither are starting NFL quarterbacks. Both would qualify as an above-average to good backup passer. Washington will swing for the fences to land its quarterback of the present and future this offseason. While Washington will look to land a veteran first, it will likely strike out on the best available options. That means the WFT will probably find their next quarterback early in the 2022 NFL draft. Draft Wire recently conducted a three-round mock draft and, unsurprisingly, slotted a quarterback to Washington at No. 11 overall in the first round. That quarterback is Matt Corral of Ole Miss. Taylor Heinicke had his moments, but Washington needs a better long-term solution at quarterback with more upside. Corral dealt with some injuries, so his durability could be a question for NFL teams, but he’s got a dynamic skill set, and was able to find success against top competition in the SEC. In the second round of the mock draft, Washington lands Minnesota offensive tackle Daniel Faalele. Washington goes back to the trenches in round three, picking All-ACC center Alec Lindstrom of Boston College. I can see this scenario playing out. At tackle, Washington re-signed Charles Leno for three more years. At right tackle, Washington has Sam Cosmi, who will be in his second season in 2022. Veteran swing tackle Cornelius Lucas is a free agent. Faalele could immediately become Washington’s swing tackle. Washington has Chase Roullier at center. Roullier is one of the more underrated centers in the NFL. He missed the second half of 2021 with a broken leg. He signed a four-year extension last January. Lindstrom could immediately provide high-quality depth on the interior of Washington’s offensive line. As we saw in 2021, Washington had tons of injuries on the offensive line, so adding talent in the offensive trenches is likely a priority this offseason, especially considering the team expects to lose All-Pro guard Brandon Scherff in free agency. Email Sign up Like this article? Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning An error has occured Please re-enter your email address. Thanks for signing up! You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 14, 2022

Former Washington stars LaVar Arrington, Champ Bailey elected to College Football Hall of Fame / Do you remember being a

Former Washington stars LaVar Arrington, Champ Bailey elected to College Football Hall of Fame / Do you remember being a Washington football fan in 2000? Forget the record for a moment; Washington’s roster featured three top-10 picks from the previous two drafts. Champ Bailey, LaVar Arrington and Chris Samuels were supposed to be the foundation of Washington’s franchise for years to come. Sadly, for different reasons, that didn’t come to fruition. Bailey spent the first five seasons of his NFL career with Washington before the newly-rehired Joe Gibbs shipped Bailey and a second-round pick to Denver for Clinton Portis. While Portis was a great player for Washington, it wasn’t a good trade. No one will ever understand why Washington threw in a premium pick when it was already landing the more impactful player. The most overlooked part of that trade was Bailey was never re-signing with Washington. There were reasons, and no, it wasn’t Dan Snyder. He would enjoy a long and successful career with the Broncos and was elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2019. Arrington and Samuels were back-to-back top-three picks in 2000. Samuels spent 10 seasons with Washington, making six Pro Bowls before retiring after the 2009 season due to a neck injury. Samuels is in Washington’s Ring of Fame. Arrington is the most unfortunate case. Do yourself a favor, go back and watch Arrington play linebacker for Penn State from 1997-99. He was terrific, and every Washington fan was excited about the possibility of seeing him dominate the NFL for the next 10-12 seasons. It never happened, and Arrington was gone after the 2005 season. His time in Washington ended on a sour note, as Arrington was at one time feuding with Snyder over a contract issue. Arrington played one more NFL season for the Giants in 2006. Arrington appeared in three Pro Bowls during his time in Washington, while Bailey appeared in four. Earlier this week, Bailey and Arrington received some big news. Both were elected into the College Football Hall of Fame. Congrats to legendary @PennStateFball LB LaVar Arrington (@LaVarArrington) on being named to the 2022 @cfbhall Class! #cfbhall #WeAre https://t.co/uVQjMgRsAG pic.twitter.com/uYOeqd6GOV — Football Foundation (@NFFNetwork) January 10, 2022 Bailey, a standout cornerback from Georgia from 1996-98, also starred on offense for the ‘Dawgs. He finished his college career with eight interceptions but also caught 59 passes for five touchdowns. He was a consensus All-American in 1998 and won the Bronko Nagurski Award as college football’s top defensive player. Congrats to legendary @GeorgiaFootball DB Champ Bailey (@champbailey) on being named to the 2022 @cfbhall Class!#cfbhall #GoDawgs https://t.co/uVQjMgRsAG pic.twitter.com/1HQK8BdNgO — Football Foundation (@NFFNetwork) January 10, 2022 Arrington was a two-time first-team All-American with the Nittany Lions and won numerous awards in 1999, such as the Butkus Award, Chuck Bednarik Award and the Jack Lambert Trophy. Bailey and Arrington were two of the most exciting college football players to watch in the 1990s, and both deserve this honor.

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Jan 14, 2022

Washington's 2021 schedule was NFL's strongest / Washington's 2021 schedule was the most difficult in the NFL.

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Jan 14, 2022

Every Washington free agent in 2022 / Here are all of Washington's 2022 free agents.

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Jan 13, 2022

Lions, Jets to coach 2022 Senior Bowl / Email Sign up

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Jan 13, 2022

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Jan 13, 2022

1991 The GREATEST season in Washington football history, Week 14 / This 2021 NFL season reminds us that 30 years

1991 The GREATEST season in Washington football history, Week 14 / This 2021 NFL season reminds us that 30 years ago Washington assembled its greatest team in franchise history, going 14-2 and racing through the playoffs to the Super Bowl XXVI championship and Vince Lombardi Trophy. Week 14—Washington 27, Los Angeles Rams 6— December 1, 1991 Washington responded well to their only defeat of the season, easily defeating the Los Angeles Rams 27-6 at Anaheim Stadium in Anaheim, CA. Losing the previous week to Dallas at RFK, Washington rebounded raising their record to an NFL-best 12-1, as quarterback Mark Rypien threw three touchdown passes to three different receivers. The win for Washington clinched the NFC East Division while the Rams (3-10) lost their seventh consecutive game. Trailing 3-0 in the opening period, Rypien found tight end Terry Orr wide open down the left sideline from 49 yards. Leading 7-6 at the half, Rypien connected with Ricky Sanders from 30 yards, and then Ricky Ervins on a 24-yard beautifully-executed screen pass for a 21-6 lead. Chip Lohmiller than added four-quarter field goals from 35 yards as Washington outscored the Rams 20-0 in the second half. Rypien finished 15-24 for 269 yards, three touchdowns and one interception. The former Washington State Cougar completed passes to six receivers. Gary Clark led Washington with four receptions, while Art Monk and Earnest Byner each had three. Linebacker Monte Coleman and defensive end Charles Mann both recorded 1.5 sacks, and linebacker Wilbur Marshall achieved a strip fumble or Rams wide receiver Flipper Anderson. Brian Mitchell returned three punts for 66 yards, and the Washington margin of victory could have easily been more impressive. However, the normally accurate Lohmiller only connected on two of his five field goal attempts. Email Sign up Like this article? Sign up for the Washington Wire email newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning An error has occured Please re-enter your email address. Thanks for signing up! You'll now receive the top Washington Wire stories each day directly in your inbox.

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Jan 13, 2022

Washington lands quarterback of the future in USA TODAY mock draft / Where does Washington go in this new USA

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Jan 13, 2022

Washington terminated another coach Sunday / The Washington Football Team has made it three in a row, three seasons in

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Jan 11, 2022

Washington HC Ron Rivera: 'Nothing is out of the question' at QB position / Rivera added he's open to drafting

LIVE: End-of-season press conference | Coach Ron Rivera and GM Martin Mayhew

Jan 11, 2022

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Ross Tucker Football Podcast

31 minutes Jan 10, 2022

2021 - Week 18 NFL Recap / Ross Tucker recaps all of the Week 18 NFL games on today's podcast

Washington Football Team Top Plays from Week 18 vs. Giants | Washington Football Team

Jan 9, 2022

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Taylor Heinicke Highlights from 2021 Season | Washington Football Team

Jan 9, 2022

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Instant reaction from Washington's season finale win at the Giants | Postgame Live

Jan 9, 2022

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POSTGAME LIVE: Breaking down our preseason opener vs. the Panthers | Washington Commanders

Jan 9, 2022

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Coach Rivera Press Conference | Week 18: Washington at Giants

Jan 9, 2022

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Antonio Gibson Press Conference | Week 18: Washington at Giants

Jan 9, 2022

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LIVE LOOK at pregame warmups before our season finale at the Giants

Jan 9, 2022

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Jan 8, 2022

Ron Rivera Responds to Joe Judge's WFT Comments: 'Talk About Your Own Team' / Washington Football Team head coach Ron

Taylor Heinicke was molded for this moment | Episode 19 | The Player's Club

Jan 8, 2022

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How Terry McLaurin reminds a former player of Art Monk | Check Please!

Jan 7, 2022

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Jan 7, 2022

911 Call Audio After Deshazor Everett's Single-Car Crash Released / The audio from the 911 call about Washington Football Team

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Jan 7, 2022

911 Call Audio After Deshazor Everett's Single-Car Crash Released / The audio from the 911 call about Washington Football Team

Jeremy Reaves aka "Honey" | Hang Time, Ep. 11

Jan 7, 2022

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Ross Tucker Football Podcast

28 minutes Jan 7, 2022

Ross Tucker's Week 18 NFL Picks / Ross Tucker makes his picks for all of the Week 18 NFL games

2007 Washington at Giants Game Recap

Jan 6, 2022

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"We're blessed to play this game!" | Dyami Brown mic'd up for Week 17

Jan 5, 2022

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39 minutes Jan 5, 2022

The Washington Football Team Gets A New Name; Big Ben's very strange last home game. (Brady Quinn Football show 01/05/22)

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Jan 4, 2022

Jay Gruden Says WFT 'Should've Never Changed the Name in the First Place' / The Washington Football Team will announce

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Jan 4, 2022

Jay Gruden Says WFT 'Should've Never Changed the Name in the First Place' / The Washington Football Team will announce

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Jan 4, 2022

Eagles' Jalen Hurts Sends NFL, WFT Letter Seeking Safeguards After Railing Collapse / Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has asked

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Jan 4, 2022

WFT Provides Announcement Date for New Name, Logo, Gives Jersey Sneak Peak in Video / The Washington Football Team announced

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Jan 4, 2022

WFT Provides Announcement Date for New Name, Logo, Gives Jersey Sneak Peak in Video / The Washington Football Team announced

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Jan 3, 2022

Fans Say WFT Didn't Offer Medical Evaluation After Railing Collapse at FedEx Field / Four of the fans who fell

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Jan 3, 2022

Fans Say WFT Didn't Offer Medical Evaluation After Railing Collapse at FedEx Field / Four of the fans who fell

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

32 minutes Jan 3, 2022

2021 - Week 17 Recap / On today's podcast, Ross Tucker recaps Week 17 in the NFL including: -

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Jan 2, 2022

Fans Uninjured After Falling in Front of Eagles' Jalen Hurts During Railing Collapse / The Washington Football Team announced that

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Jan 2, 2022

WFT's Ricky Seals-Jones Stretchered off with Injury After Colliding with Cameraman / Washington Football Team tight end Ricky Seals-Jones left

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Jan 2, 2022

WFT's Ricky Seals-Jones Stretchered off with Injury After Colliding with Cameraman / Washington Football Team tight end Ricky Seals-Jones left

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Dec 31, 2021

WFT RB Antonio Gibson Placed on Reserve/COVID-19 List; Out vs. Eagles / The Washington Football Team placed running back Antonio

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Dec 31, 2021

WFT RB Antonio Gibson Placed on Reserve/COVID-19 List; Out vs. Eagles / The Washington Football Team placed running back Antonio

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

27 minutes Dec 31, 2021

2021 - NFL Week 17 Picks / Ross Tucker makes his picks for all of the week 17 NFL games

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Dec 29, 2021

WFT DE Montez Sweat's Brother Anthony Killed in Virginia Shooting / The brother of Washington Football Team defensive end Montez

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

30 minutes Dec 29, 2021

Greg Cosell - 2021 Week 17 Preview / NFL Films Greg Cosell joins Ross on today's podcast to discuss... -

The Ringer NFL Show

1 hour Dec 28, 2021

Sideline Fights, the NFL Playoff Picture, and Awards Picks / Jason, James, and Ryan begin the pod by sharing their

The Athletic Football Show

1½ hours Dec 28, 2021

Mailbag: Giants keeping Joe Judge & Daniel Jones, trading Sean Payton, Cowboys’ draft success, active player Hall of Famers &

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

30 minutes Dec 27, 2021

2021 - Week 16 Recap / On today's podcast, Ross Tucker recaps all of the Sunday NFL action (plus the

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Dec 27, 2021

WFT's Daron Payne on Altercation with Jonathan Allen: 'S--t Happens...It’s All Good' / The Washington Football Team didn't put up

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Dec 27, 2021

WFT's Ron Rivera: Jonathan Allen, Daron Payne Altercation Was Result of 'Frustration' / Washington Football Team defensive tackles Jonathan Allen and Daron Payne got

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Dec 26, 2021

Dak Prescott's 4 1st-Half TDs Power Cowboys to 56-14 Blowout Win Over WFT / The Dallas Cowboys already clinched...

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Dec 26, 2021

Jonathan Allen Throws Punch at WFT Teammate Daron Payne During Cowboys Game / Jonathan Allen and Daron Payne are accustomed

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Dec 24, 2021

WFT's Deshazor Everett Hospitalized After Car Crash, Passenger Olivia S. Peters Dies / Washington Football Team safety - Deshazor Everett

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

30 minutes Dec 24, 2021

2021 - NFL Week 16 Picks / On today's podcast, Ross Tucker recaps the Titans 20-17 Thursday night win over

Around the NFL

1 hour Dec 22, 2021

Week 15 Postponed Game Recaps with, WHO? / A room filled with heroes - Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler and Gregg

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1 hour Dec 22, 2021

Week 15 Tuesday Night Football Recap: Eagles beat depleted WFT, Rams top Seahawks (Football 12/22) / Will Brinson, Ryan Wilson and

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Dec 21, 2021

Report: WFT's Garrett Gilbert to Start vs. Eagles; Heinecke, Allen in COVID Protocols / The Washington Football Team will trot

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Dec 21, 2021

WFT Brings Own Benches to Eagles Game After Cowboys Brought Theirs to Washington / One week after the Dallas Cowboys

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34 minutes Dec 21, 2021

Will Chicago Bears Fire Head Coach Matt Nagy Before The 2021 NFL Season Ends? / The Chicago Bears drop to

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Dec 18, 2021

WFT Activates Jonathan Allen, Montez Sweat, More from COVID-19 List Ahead of Week 15 / The Washington Football Team activated

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Dec 17, 2021

Report: WFT's Taylor Heinicke Placed on COVID-19 List; Garrett Gilbert Signs Contract / Just two days before their game against

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

30 minutes Dec 17, 2021

2021 - Week 15 NFL Picks / Ross Tucker recaps the Chiefs Thursday Night overtime win against the Chargers (3:00)

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Dec 16, 2021

21 WFT Players on Reserve/COVID-19 List Before Week 15 vs. Eagles After 3 Additions / The Washington Football Team added

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

32 minutes Dec 16, 2021

Greg Cosell - 2021 Week 15 Preview / NFL Films Greg Cosell joins Ross Tucker on today's podcast to preview

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Dec 15, 2021

Washington Football Team Reaches 18 Players on COVID-19 List After 8 Additions / The Washington Football Team added eight more

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Dec 15, 2021

Roger Goodell Says Dan Snyder Didn't Interfere with NFL's Investigation into WFT / NFL commissioner Roger Goodell responded to a

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Dec 15, 2021

Attorneys 'Disturbed' by Report of Dan Snyder Attempting to Disrupt NFL's WFT Probe / Attorneys representing 40 former employees of

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Dec 14, 2021

Report: Dan Snyder’s Attorneys, PIs Attempted to Interfere With NFL’s WFT Probe / Washington Football Team owner Daniel Snyder reportedly

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Dec 13, 2021

Report: Washington Football Team Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19 Omicron Variant / A Tier 3 employee of the Washington Football

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45 minutes Dec 13, 2021

Aaron Rodgers still owns Bears, Cowboys defense leads the way, Nate Burleson Game Balls, and MNF Preview! / In the

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26 minutes Dec 13, 2021

NFL Week 14 Lamar Jackson Carted Off, Atlanta Falcons Surging, Concern About Dak Prescott? / The Atlanta Falcons took out

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

31 minutes Dec 12, 2021

2021 - Week 14 NFL Recap / Ross Tucker recaps the Sunday NFL games from Week 14 on today's show

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1 hour Dec 10, 2021

NFL Week 14 Picks Against the Spread, Best Bets, Predictions and Previews (Football 12/10) / Will Brinson, Pete Prisco and

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

26 minutes Dec 10, 2021

2021 - Week 14 NFL Picks / Ross Tucker recaps Thursday Night's Vikings win over the Steelers (4:00) and then

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

33 minutes Dec 9, 2021

Greg Cosell Previews 2021's Week 14 in the NFL / Ross Tucker & Greg Cosell preview Week 14 in the

The Ringer NFL Show

53 minutes Dec 7, 2021

The Buffalo Bills Are in Trouble, Ravens-Steelers Is the Best Rivalry in Football, and Coaches on the Hot Seat /

The Ringer NFL Show

1 hour Dec 6, 2021

Week 13 Recap: Ravens Fall Short Against the Steelers, Herbert Beats Burrow, and Chiefs Dominate the Broncos / Kevin, Nora

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2½ hours Dec 6, 2021

2021 Week 13 NFL Review / PFF's own Steve Palazzolo and Sam Monson review every game in the week 13

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33 minutes Dec 6, 2021

2021 - NFL Week 13 Recap / Ross Tucker recaps all of the Sunday Week 13 NFL games on today's

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

28 minutes Dec 3, 2021

2021 - Week 13 NFL Picks / On today's podcast, Ross Tucker recaps Thursday Night's Cowboys 27-17 win over the

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1½ hours Dec 3, 2021

Patriots’ dominant defense, why Washington’s offense is working & how bad are the Jaguars failing Trevor Lawrence with Nate Tice

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31 minutes Dec 2, 2021

Greg Cosell - 2021 Week 13 Preview / NFL Films Greg Cosell joins Ross Tucker on today's show to preview

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1½ hours Dec 2, 2021

MVP favorites, Washington is Stayin' Alive, rebooting the Steelers & more with Lindsay Jones & Mark Kaboly / Lindsay Jones

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56 minutes Nov 30, 2021

Breaking Down Fringe Teams with Baldy, Cowboys-Saints preview / A room filled with some heroes - Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler

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28 minutes Nov 30, 2021

2021 - Week 13 NFL Power Rankings / On today's podcast, Ross Tucker recaps the Washington Football Team's 17-15 Monday

Locked On NFL

30 minutes Nov 30, 2021

Lock It Or Mock It: Hottest Teams In The NFL / Is the Washington Football Team for real after knocking

Lock It Or Mock It: Hottest Teams In The NFL / Is the Washington Football Team for real after knocking off the struggling Seattle Seahawks? While there may be mounting concern around Russell Wilson and Pete Carroll in Seattle, Washington is riding a three-game win streak with Ron Rivera and Taylor Heinicke. But it's the run game and defense that could set WFT up for more success in a division matchup-packed closeout to their season. - Along with the Washington Football Team, the San Francisco 49ers, Miami Dolphins, and New England Patriots are all riding win streaks. Hosts Luke Braun and Ross Jackson Lock or Mock which teams are the real deal and which ones will come crashing back to Earth with the one big takeaway being: Don't bet against Bill. - Kate Magdziuk of Locked On Dynasty Football joins to talk fantasy running backs! What to do if you're the disappointed fantasy GM impacted by the recent running back injuries to Christian McCaffrey and Dalvin Cook. While Alvin Kamara may be back on the mend for the New Orleans Saints, does their expected shift to Taysom Hill change the way you should think about his fantasy value? - Follow Kate on Twitter @FFBallBlast - Follow Luke on Twitter @LukeBraunNFL - Follow Ross on Twitter @RossJacksonNOLA - Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! - Built Bar - Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. - BetOnline AG - There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. - StatHero - StatHero is the first of its kind Daily Fantasy Sports platform where it’s YOU vs. the HOUSE in head to head fantasy matchups - winner take all. Sign up for FREE - RIGHT NOW - at StatHero.com/LOCKEDON and use promo code LOCKEDON for a One Hundred Percent Deposit Match. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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38 minutes Nov 30, 2021

WFT-Seahawks MNF Recap: Taylor Heinicke has Washington rolling with eyes on playoffs while Russ still struggling after return from injury

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33 minutes Nov 29, 2021

746. Week 12 Big Games, 8 Opportunities & Initial Reaction to Lincoln Riley to USC / Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks and

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47 minutes Nov 29, 2021

Ravens win ugly, Buccaneers ruling NFC, Chargers, Rams and Titans all struggle, Nate Burleson, Game Balls and MNF Preview! /

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30 minutes Nov 26, 2021

2021 - Ross Tucker's Week 12 NFL Picks / Happy Black Friday! On today's podcast Ross Tucker recaps the Bears

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33 minutes Nov 25, 2021

Greg Cosell - 2021 Week 12 Preview / NFL Films analyst Greg Cosell joins Ross Tucker on today's podcast to

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29 minutes Nov 22, 2021

2021 - Week 11 Recap / Ross Tucker looks back at all of the NFL Week 11 games on today

NFL: Good Morning Football

45 minutes Nov 19, 2021

Patriots shutout Falcons, Cowboys-Chiefs Showdown, Nate Burleson, Darius Rucker and Pigskin Picks / In the latest edition of the Good

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1½ hours Nov 19, 2021

NFL Week 11 Picks Against the Spread, Best Bets, Predictions and Previews (Football 11/19) / Will Brinson, Pete Prisco, and

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30 minutes Nov 19, 2021

Ross Tucker's 2021 Week 11 NFL Picks / Ross Tucker looks back at Thursday Night's Patriots win over the Falcons

Let's Go!: Brady, Fitz & Gray

23 minutes Nov 15, 2021

Tom Brady - Tough Losses in Week 10 / In the latest edition of the Tom Brady's podcast, the Bucs

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31 minutes Nov 15, 2021

2021 - Week 10 NFL Recap / Ross Tucker recaps all of the Week 10 Sunday NFL games on today's

The Ringer NFL Show

2 hours Nov 15, 2021

Week 10 Recap: Patriots Dominate Browns, Washington Upsets Tampa Bay, and Cam Newton Returns / Kevin and Nora are joined

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25 minutes Nov 12, 2021

2021 - Week 10 NFL Picks / Ross Tucker recaps Thursday Night's Dolphins 22-10 win over the Baltimore Ravens (3:08)

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

30 minutes Nov 11, 2021

ESPN Senior Writer: Seth Wickersham re: Patriots, Kroenke, & WFT / NFL Insider and author Seth Wickersham joins today's podcast

Let's Go!: Brady, Fitz & Gray

29 minutes Nov 8, 2021

Tom Brady - 17th Game & The CBA / Tom Brady kicks off the show by talking about how he

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

30 minutes Nov 1, 2021

2021 - NFL Week 8 Recap / On today's show, Ross Tucker recaps all of the NFL Week 8 action

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

29 minutes Oct 29, 2021

2021 - Ross Tucker's Week 8 NFL Picks / On today's podcast, Ross Tucker recaps Thursday Nights Packers win over

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

32 minutes Oct 25, 2021

2021 - Week 7 recap / Ross Tucker recaps all of the Sunday NFL action from Week 7including: -

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

25 minutes Oct 22, 2021

Ross's 2021 Week 7 NFL Picks / Today on the podcast, Ross Tucker recaps the Cleveland Browns 17-14 win over

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

29 minutes Oct 20, 2021

Andrew Brandt: Fallout from the Gruden Emails / Andrew Brandt joins Ross Tucker on today's podcast to talk about.... -

The Ringer NFL Show

2 hours Oct 18, 2021

Week 6 Recap: Cowboys Win a Thriller in New England, Cardinals Remain Undefeated, and the Chiefs Rally to Win in

Around the NFL

1½ hours Oct 18, 2021

2021 Week 6 Recap / A room filled with some heroes - Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler and Gregg Rosenthal recap

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

28 minutes Oct 18, 2021

2021 - Week 6 Recap / On today's podcast, Ross Tucker recaps all of the Week 6 NFL games including...

Times: Football Team

Oct 15, 2021

Curtis Samuel, Sam Cosmi out, Terry McLaurin pops up with hamstring injury / ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Football Team

Times: Football Team

Oct 15, 2021

Curtis Samuel, Sam Cosmi out, Terry McLaurin pops up with hamstring injury / ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Football Team

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

25 minutes Oct 15, 2021

2021 - Ross Tucker's Week 6 NFL Picks / On today's podcast, Ross Tucker recaps Thursday Night's Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Athletic Football Show

1½ hours Oct 14, 2021

What’s next for the Raiders, Kyler Murray vs. Baker Mayfield and questions for the Seahawks’ offense with Lindsay Jones +

Locked On NFL

27 minutes Oct 12, 2021

Jon Gruden Resigns From Las Vegas Raiders; Lamar Jackson Leads Baltimore Ravens Comeback / Las Vegas Raiders head coach

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

35 minutes Oct 11, 2021

2021 - Week 5 Recap / Ross Tucker recaps all of the Week 5 Sunday NFL games on today's podcast

Pick Six NFL

2½ hours Oct 11, 2021

Week 5 NFL Recap & Reaction: Bills with statement win over Chiefs, Packers edge Bengals in wild finish, Cardinals remain

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

36 minutes Oct 8, 2021

Ross Tucker's 2021 Week 5 Picks / Today on the podcast Ross recaps the Los Angeles Rams Thursday Night win

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

33 minutes Oct 4, 2021

2021 - Week 4 Recap / Ross Tucker recaps Tom Brady's return to Foxborough & all of the other Week

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

30 minutes Oct 1, 2021

Ross Tucker's 2021 Week 4 NFL Picks / Today on the podcast, Ross Tucker recaps the Bengals Thursday Night win

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

34 minutes Sep 27, 2021

2021 - Week 3 Recap / Ross Tucker recaps all of the Week 3 NFL games on today's podcast including:

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

30 minutes Sep 24, 2021

2021 - Week 3 Picks / Ross Tucker recaps the Panthers 24-9 win over the Houston Texans on Thursday Night

The Athletic Football Show

1½ hours Sep 22, 2021

Inside Monday Night Football with Louis Riddick + breaking down the WFT’s defensive line and Steelers’ offense with Mitchell Schwartz

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

28 minutes Sep 17, 2021

2021 - NFL Week 2 Picks / On today's show, Ross Tucker recaps the Washington Football Team's Thursday Night win

Pick Six NFL

40 minutes Sep 17, 2021

WFT-Giants TNF Recap: Another CRAZY finish + Taylor Heinicke might be the guy and Daniel Jones might not be bad

Around the NFL

22 minutes Sep 17, 2021

TNF Recap: Giants and The Washington Football Team / A room filled with some heroes - Dan Hanzus and Marc

NFL: Good Morning Football

56 minutes Sep 16, 2021

Throwdown Thursday; Heinicke vs. Jones; Mark Ingram; Cris Carter / In the latest edition of the Good Morning Football Podcast,

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

31 minutes Sep 16, 2021

Greg Cosell - 2021 Week 2 preview / Ross Tucker & Greg Cosell preview the top games in Week 2

Pick Six NFL

35 minutes Sep 16, 2021

Week 2 TNF Betting Preview: Giants-Washington Picks, Player Props & DFS Advice (Football 9/16) / Will Brinson and Tyler Sullivan

Locked On NFL

31 minutes Sep 16, 2021

Thursday Night Football Preview - NYG v WSH, Cowboys Star Injured & Urban Meyer Staying in JAX / The Locked

Times: Football Team

Sep 15, 2021

Washington QBs vs. the NY Giants / Washington quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick's on-field thigh injury put the NFL team in an

Times: Football Team

Sep 15, 2021

Washington QBs vs. the NY Giants / Washington quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick's on-field thigh injury put the NFL team in an

NFL: Move the Sticks

53 minutes Sep 14, 2021

714. Breaking Down Ravens vs. Raiders + USC Coaching Candidates / Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks are back with a new

Let's Go!: Brady, Fitz & Gray

23 minutes Sep 13, 2021

Larry Fitzgerald - Overreaction Monday Reaction / Coming off a great Week 1 in the NFL, Larry Fitzgerald and Jim

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

31 minutes Sep 13, 2021

2021 NFL Week 1 Recap / Ross Tucker recaps all of the Sunday NFL games from week 1 on today's

Pick Six NFL

2 hours Sep 13, 2021

Week 1 NFL Recap & Reaction: Saints stun Packers, Chiefs escape Browns, Steelers upset Bills, Cardinals crush Titans (Football 9/13)

Pick Six NFL

21 minutes Sep 12, 2021

First Look at Week 2 NFL Lines: Early Picks for Chargers-Cowboys, Bills-Dolphins, Vikings-Cardinals & more (Football 9/12) / Will Brinson

Pick Six NFL

1 hour Sep 10, 2021

NFL Week 1 Picks Against the Spread, Best Bets, Previews & Predictions (Football 9/10) / Visit budlight.com/delivery to get your

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

31 minutes Sep 10, 2021

2021 Week 1 Picks / Ross Tucker recaps Thursday Night's NFL season opener between the Dallas Cowboys and the Super

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

32 minutes Sep 9, 2021

Greg Cosell's 2021 Week 1 NFL preview / Ross Tucker & Greg Cosell preview the following Week 1 NFL games

The Athletic Football Show

1½ hours Sep 7, 2021

NFC East preview with Sheil Kapadia - Cowboys, WFT, Giants & Eagles / The Athletic’s Sheil Kapadia joins Robert Mays

Pick Six NFL

41 minutes Sep 3, 2021

Gambling Week: Early NFL Week 1 Picks, Favorite bets against the spread for the return of football / Sign up

Pick Six NFL

51 minutes Aug 17, 2021

Nerd Week: AFC/NFC East Previews, Predictions & Win Totals with Sam Monson (Football 8/17) / Nerd Week is back for

The Athletic Football Show

1½ hours Aug 13, 2021

Veteran QBs in new places / rapid fire rookies with Nate Tice & Rams camp visit with Jourdan Rodrigue /

Times: Football Team

Jul 31, 2021

Tanya Snyder, following NFL investigation, touts 'new era' in first address to fans / RICHMOND — Making her first public

Times: Football Team

Jul 31, 2021

Tanya Snyder, following NFL investigation, touts 'new era' in first address to fans / RICHMOND — Making her first public

Times: Football Team

Jul 31, 2021

Washington struggling to contain virus after low vaccination rate / RICHMOND — After struggling to get players vaccinated, the Washington

Times: Football Team

Jul 31, 2021

Washington struggling to contain virus after low vaccination rate / RICHMOND — After struggling to get players vaccinated, the Washington

Around the NFL

1½ hours Jul 13, 2021

Superstar Club and Al Bubba Baker - Sack King / A room filled with heroes - Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal

Times: Football Team

Jul 12, 2021

Warriors ruled out as new Washington Football Team name / The Washington Football Team’s new nickname is far from being

Times: Football Team

Jul 12, 2021

Warriors ruled out as new Washington Football Team name / The Washington Football Team’s new nickname is far from being

Locked On NFL

37 minutes Jul 12, 2021

Is Larry Fitzgerald Retiring Or Returning? Training Camp Previews For Washington Football Team, Lions / Bo Brack recaps the latest

The Ringer NFL Show

1½ hours Jul 7, 2021

Kyle Shanahan on Super Bowl Regrets, Trading Up for Lance, Taking the SF Job, and Coaching With His Dad |

NFL: Good Morning Football

4 minutes Jul 2, 2021

FRIDAY 7/2 - CAM NEWTON AND PATS RECEIVERS PUTTING IN THE WORK / Cam Newton and Patriots receivers getting the

NFL: Good Morning Football

5 minutes Jun 28, 2021

MONDAY 6/28 - RESPECT FOR AARON RODGERS?? / Latest on the NFC West signal callers... Former number one overall pick

The Athletic Football Show

1 hour Jun 23, 2021

A historic NFL moment & playing Roster Doctor with Lindsay Jones & Nate Tice / Which NFL rosters have improved

NFL: Good Morning Football

7 minutes Jun 14, 2021

MONDAY 6/14 - EZEKIEL ELLIOTT LOOKING GOOD IN BIG "D" / Dak Prescott (0:09) has high praise for Ezekiel Elliott.

Times: Football Team

Jun 10, 2021

Alex Smith reportedly attracting interest as analyst / Former Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith retired in April, one year

Times: Football Team

Jun 10, 2021

Alex Smith reportedly attracting interest as analyst / Former Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith retired in April, one year

Pick Six NFL

28 minutes May 28, 2021

NFC East Division Reset: Win Totals & Odds for Cowboys, WFT, Giants & Eagles (Football 5/28) / Free agency is

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

33 minutes May 27, 2021

Greg Cosell re: Adam Viniateri, Julio Jones, Jordan Love, & NFC East / NFL Films Greg Cosell joins Ross Tucker

NFL: Good Morning Football

8 minutes May 26, 2021

WEDNESDAY 5/26 - DAK IS BACK / Packers head coach Matt LaFleur (0:23) addresses the Aaron Rodgers situation. Falcons

The PFF NFL Podcast

2 hours May 24, 2021

The Most Important Offseason Addition for Every Team / Cowboys Most Important Offseason Addition (9:21) Giants Offseason Addition (14:21) Eagles

NFL: Good Morning Football

5 minutes May 21, 2021

FRIDAY 5/21 -TEBOW TIME IN JACKSONVILLE / Tim Tebow (0:06) officially signs with the Jaguars as he'll attempt to make

Times: Football Team

May 17, 2021

Ryan Kerrigan signs with Philadelphia Eagles / As the weeks of free agency with Ryan Kerrigan going unsigned dragged on,

Times: Football Team

May 17, 2021

Ryan Kerrigan signs with Philadelphia Eagles / As the weeks of free agency with Ryan Kerrigan going unsigned dragged on,

NFL: Good Morning Football

6 minutes May 13, 2021

THURSDAY 5/13 - NFL SCHEDULE RELEASE / The 2021 NFL Schedule (0:06) was released on Wednesday with some exciting matchups.

Around the NFL

1 hour May 6, 2021

2021 Around the NFC in 48 Minutes / A room filled with heroes - Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler, Gregg Rosenthal

NFL: Good Morning Football

7 minutes May 4, 2021

TUESDAY 5/4 - TAG, YOU'RE IT! / The 49ers selecting Trey Lance with the 3rd overall pick in the draft,

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

33 minutes Apr 26, 2021

Ben Standig's 2021 Mock Draft / Mock Draft expert Ben Standig (The Athletic) is today's guest with Ross talking about

Times: Football Team

Apr 21, 2021

Ryan Fitzpatrick still regrets 'single worst text' he sent to Alex Smith after injury / Alex Smith’s comeback as the

Times: Football Team

Apr 21, 2021

Ryan Fitzpatrick still regrets 'single worst text' he sent to Alex Smith after injury / Alex Smith’s comeback as the

The Athletic Football Show

1½ hours Apr 21, 2021

Jay Gruden on the coach's role in the draft process & how to develop prospects with Nate Tice / Former

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

32 minutes Apr 19, 2021

Sage Rosenfels: The Niners #3 Pick / Former NFL quarterback Sage Rosenfels returns to the pod with Ross. Today,

NFL: Good Morning Football

6 minutes Apr 19, 2021

MONDAY 4/19 - TOM BRADY KNEE UPDATE / Tom Brady recovering from offseason knee surgery, he gives an update on

PTI

25 minutes Apr 17, 2021

Name Changes & Money Moves / Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon discuss the Washington Football Team considering its name, Anthony

Around the NFL

1½ hours Apr 12, 2021

Casting Choices & NFL Win Totals / A room filled with heroes - Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler and Gregg Rosenthal

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

34 minutes Apr 9, 2021

Greg Cosell: Top Defensive Tackles in the 2021 NFL Draft / On today's podast, Ross Tucker & Greg Cosell discuss

NFL: Good Morning Football

6 minutes Apr 9, 2021

SELVA PODCAST FRIDAY 040921 / Byron Jones joined GMFB and talked that its Tua's team now that Fitzpatrick is in

Pick Six NFL

19 minutes Apr 2, 2021

NFC East Free Agency Grades: Evaluating additions and subtractions for Cowboys, Giants, Eagles & Washington (Football 4/2) / We're two

Ross Tucker Football Podcast

32 minutes Apr 2, 2021

Greg Cosell: The Top Edge Rushers in the 2021 NFL Draft / Greg Cosell & Ross Tucker reveal the top

NFL: Good Morning Football

6 minutes Apr 2, 2021

FRIDAY 4/2 - PROPOSED RULE CHANGES / The NFL mulling over some proposed rule changes for the upcoming season (0:06).

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