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Commanders return to throwback uniforms with black alternates
What's old is new again. The Washington Commanders unveiled fresh uniforms on Wednesday, with home and away looks that strongly resemble the looks the franchise wore when it won three Super Bowls from the 1982 to 1991 seasons.
Ertz rejects retirement, doesn't want injury to be final play
Former Commanders tight end Zach Ertz isn't ready to retire.
Flag football exploding in popularity, thanks to NFL, Olympic boost
The flag football revolution is brewing.
LOVERRO: Commanders seem to have odd definition of 'urgency'
Dan Quinn, asked at the NFL owners meetings to justify cutting center Tyler Biadasz, putting the ball in Nick Allegretti's hands, told reporters, "We won a lot of games with Nick."
Commanders sign cornerback Witherspoon to bolster defense
The Washington Commanders signed cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon on Thursday, the latest addition to a defense that was the NFL's worst last season.
Griffin receives invitation to Team USA flag football training camps
Robert Griffin III is heading to another training camp. This time, for flag football.
A new No. 21 in Washington: Sean Taylor's brother looks to make mark with UFL's Defenders
Another No. 21 with the last name Taylor is patrolling the gridiron in the District.
Hall of Famer Darrell Green taking field for USA flag football trials at 66 in bid to earn a spot
Darrell Green already has a gold jacket as a pro football Hall of Famer. He's returning to the field at 66 years old for a chance at a gold medal in flag football.
Commanders sign safety, special teams ace Reaves to extension
The Commanders' special teams ace is sticking around. The franchise signed safety Jeremy Reaves to a one-year extension on Thursday to keep the 29-year-old in Washington through the 2027 season.
Commanders offensive, defensive schemes take shape as free agency cools
The dust has settled on the first wave of NFL free agency, and -- bit by bit -- the vision for the 2026 Commanders is taking shape.
McNichols to re-sign with Commanders on one-year deal
The Washington Commanders have agreed to re-sign running back Jeremy McNichols, according to multiple reports. Financial details for the one-year deal were not immediately available on Monday morning.
Commanders fill holes after whiffing on big names in NFL's free agent frenzy
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is reuniting with a college teammate. The Commanders agreed to sign former Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rachaad White, who played with Daniels at Arizona State, a source familiar with the negotiations told The Washington Times on Thursday.
Commanders to sign former Terps Okonkwo, Cross in free agency
Two Maryland products are returning to the region. The Washington Commanders agreed to sign safety Nick Cross and tight end Chigoziem Okonkwo on Wednesday, according to multiple reports.
Washington Commanders to sign edge rusher Chaisson to one-year, $12M deal
The Commanders' defensive overhaul continuedThe Commanders' defensive overhaul continued Wednesday. The franchise signed former New England Patriots edge rusher K'Lavon Chaisson to a one-year deal worth $12 million, according to multiple reports. Wednesday.
Commanders to sign linebacker Chenal to 3-year, $25 million deal
The Commanders addressed their hole at linebacker on Tuesday. The franchise agreed to sign Leo Chenal, formerly of the Kansas City Chiefs, to a three-year deal worth $24.75 million.
Commanders' Daniels to join Brady, other NFL stars at flag football showcase in Los Angeles
Tom Brady's flag football showcase has a new venue. The event will feature NFL stars such as Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett at Los Angeles' BMO Stadium on March 21.
Commanders open free agency by giving big deals to Oweh, Tunsil
The Washington Commanders made a pair of splashes during the first day of free agency on Monday. General manager Adam Peters extended left tackle Laremy Tunsil with a two-year, $60.2 million deal and agreed to sign edge rusher Odafe Oweh to a four-year, $100 million contract, sources familiar with the negotiations told The Washington Times.
Commanders to sign DE Oweh to four-year, $100M deal
The Commanders have made a splash in free agency. The team agreed to sign edge rusher Odafe Oweh to a four-year, $100 million contract on Monday afternoon, according to multiple reports.
Mariota to sign one-year deal to stay with Commanders
Marcus Mariota is staying in Washington. The backup quarterback agreed to return to the Commanders on a one-year, $7 million deal on Monday, a source familiar with the negotiations told The Washington Times.
Commanders to sign cornerback Robertson to 2-year deal
The Commanders agreed to their first deal of the free agency period on Monday afternoon.
Commanders sign Tunsil to 2-year, $60.2 million extension
The Washington Commanders signed offensive left tackle Laremy Tunsil to a two-year, $60.2 million extension on Monday as the NFL free agency period opened, according to multiple reports.
Commanders enter free agency with $80M to fill growing roster holes
The Commanders have cap space to burn and are reportedly willing to chase top-tier talent as the NFL enters its free-agent negotiating period on Monday.
Commanders re-sign defensive linemen Tuttle, Wise
The Commanders are maintaining some consistency on the defensive line. The franchise agreed to sign defensive linemen Deatrich Wise and Shy Tuttle to one-year deals, according to a source familiar with the negotiations.
Commanders re-sign Allegretti, plan to release Lattimore as free agency nears
The Commanders are gearing up for the NFL's free-agency blitz this month. The franchise agreed to re-sign offensive lineman Nick Allegretti to a two-year deal on Monday and informed cornerback Marshon Lattimore about plans to release him, according to sources familiar with the moves.
Commanders agree to pay D.C. $1 million to settle lawsuit over previous ownership deceiving fans
The Washington Commanders have agreed to pay $1 million to the District of Columbia to settle a lawsuit from 2022 that alleged the NFL team under previous ownership colluded to deceive fans by lying about an inquiry into sexual misconduct and a persistently hostile work environment.
Washington Commanders resign offensive lineman Allegretti to two-year extension
The Commanders are focusing on their offensive line as the NFL nears its free agency period.
Commanders finish third in annual NFL players' survey
The NFL Players Association isn't publicly releasing its annual survey that asks athletes to grade their teams' facilities, policies and benefits each offseason. An initial report indicated that the Commanders, who once ranked near the bottom of the league in most categories, surged up the survey leaderboards this year.
Commanders enter NFL combine with options for No. 7 pick, plenty of holes to fill
The Commanders have a choice to make with the No. 7 pick in the upcoming NFL draft. The clock unofficially starts ticking this week as the top prospects in college football convene with teams at the scouting combine in Indianapolis.
LOVERRO: Wild card Aiyuk could write himself a happier plot twist with Commanders
Everybody loves a good second-chance story.
Commanders to host regular-season game in London, opponent still to be determined
The Commanders are headed across the pond again in 2026. The NFL announced Tuesday that the franchise would host a regular-season game at London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this fall.
Commanders eye extension with Tunsil, offer no updates on Wagner, Ertz
Commanders general manager Adam Peters is keeping every door open as Washington steps into a crucial offseason period. He avoided any splashy comments at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis on Tuesday, instead focusing on flexibility in contract negotiations.
Commanders re-sign lineman Wylie, lose assistant coach Johnson to Rams
The Washington Commanders made their first major move of the offseason on Monday, re-signing offensive lineman Andrew Wylie to a two-year contract.
Former Redskins guard Johnson dies at 54 during family trip
Former Washington Redskins guard Tre' Johnson died "suddenly and unexpectedly" on Sunday during a trip, his family reported. The 1999 Pro Bowler was 54 years old.
LOVERRO: Bigger names tend to come with higher price tags
The Washington Commanders introduced their new coordinators Tuesday -- David Blough on offense and Daronte Jones on defense, both newbies to the high-profile roles. If owner Josh Harris had written bigger checks, the team might have been introducing Mike McDaniel and Brian Flores instead.
Commanders sign punter Way to one-year extension
The longest-tenured Commander is sticking around. The franchise signed punter Tress Way, who first joined the organization in 2014, to a one-year contract extension on Tuesday.
Commanders' new coordinators bring fresh eyes, varied backgrounds to Washington
The Washington Commanders needed fresh blood after a disastrous 2025 campaign that featured a laundry list of injuries and a disappointing 4-13 record. The infusion began Tuesday as the team introduced new offensive coordinator David Blough and defensive coordinator Daronte Jones.
LOVERRO: The quarterback, the coach and one memorable year
Sonny Jurgensen left a lot of good things behind when he died last week. Fond memories for thousands of Washington football fans listening to his radio calls. Amazing NFL film clips that capture the jaw-dropping magic of his passing skills. Heartfelt recollections from people who had the good fortune of knowing, or even just meeting, the great No. 9.
Former Redskins All-Pro Barry Wilburn dies in Tennessee house fire
Former Washington Redskins defensive back Barry Wilburn died in a house fire on Friday in Orange Mound, Tennessee.
Hall of Fame quarterback Sonny Jurgensen dies at age 91
Sonny Jurgensen, the Hall of Fame quarterback whose strong arm, keen wit and affable personality made him one of the most beloved figures in Washington football history, has died. He was 91.
Commanders' Wagner named Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year, honors mother lost to stroke
Washington Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner's charitable work honoring his mother's legacy long after her passing through financial assistance for stroke research and rehabilitation with the Phenia Mae Fund earned Wagner the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award for 2025 on Thursday night.
LOVERRO: Quinn's 'Help Wanted' signs don't seem to be the attraction they once were
I guess the Commanders are no longer coaching heaven.
From homeless to homecoming: Commanders tap Daronte Jones as new defensive coordinator
Daronte Jones started his coaching career sleeping in the back seat of his car and on air mattresses in his office. Now the Maryland native will be the defensive coordinator for the Washington Commanders, according to team sources.
Vikings' Daronte Jones finalizing deal to be Commanders' defensive coordinator
Daronte Jones and the Washington Commanders were finalizing a deal on Monday to make him their defensive coordinator.
Commanders' defensive coordinator hunt continues as candidate pool shrinks
The Commanders' hunt for a new defensive coordinator is entering its fourth week with no end in sight. Coach Dan Quinn has interviewed nine candidates, but the position is still vacant as other openings around the league start to fill up.
Commanders RB coach Lynn interviews for Browns' top job
Washington running backs coach Anthony Lynn interviewed with the Cleveland Browns on Saturday night, becoming the 10th candidate for their head coaching vacancy.
LOVERRO: Quinn bets it all on fast-rising Blough
I don't know about you, but I never saw David Blough on Washington Commanders game day performing his duties as assistant quarterback coach. Yes, he was in the booth. But you would have thought the glow of this shining star could be seen for miles.
Commanders, architects reveal renderings of new stadium in District
The Washington Commanders and architectural firm HKS on Thursday released renderings of the stadium the team is building in the District.
Commanders' Daniels to join Brady at flag football tournament in Saudi Arabia
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels will return from his dislocated left elbow injury in March to participate in the Fanatics Flag Football Classic tournament in Saudi Arabia in March, organizers announced Tuesday.
Commanders look to interview Vikings' Flores, Falcons' Williams for assistant spots
The Washington Commanders are continuing to overhaul their coaching staff after a disappointing 5-12 NFL campaign.
Commanders' Blough takes over play-calling, less than 3 years after playing career
The meteoric rise of quarterback-turned-coach David Blough continued over the weekend as he jumped more experienced candidates to become the next offensive coordinator of the Washington Commanders.
Commanders to promote David Blough to offensive coordinator
The Washington Commanders hired David Blough as their offensive coordinator.
LOVERRO: Quinn's misfire on 2 coordinators puts focus squarely on head coach
The great Texas coach Darrell Royal once said about throwing the ball, "Three things can happen when you pass and two of them are bad."
Commanders' Lattimore arrested, faces weapons charges in Ohio
Washington Commanders cornerback Marshon Lattimore was arrested in Lakewood, Ohio, on Wednesday night, team officials confirmed to The Washington Times.
LOVERRO: Commanders' end-of-year press conference woefully short on accountability
Washington Commanders general manager Adam Peters and coach Dan Quinn held a press conference Monday afternoon, presumably to face accountability and responsibility for a 5-12 season.
Commanders part ways with coordinators Kingsbury, Whitt
The Washington Commanders will replace both coordinators this offseason. The NFL franchise fired defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. on Tuesday, with the team mutually agreeing to part ways with offensive play-caller Kliff Kingsbury, team sources told The Washington Times.
Commanders confront 2026 question marks following injury-riddled season
It's easy for Commanders fans to pin the team's disastrous 5-12 campaign on injuries. But any solution to what ails Washington will require more than ice packs and bandages.
Commanders end disappointing season with upset of playoff-bound Eagles
The Commanders ended their horrific season with an unlikely win over the Eagles in Philadelphia on Sunday, the latest inversion of last year's magical campaign.
Eagles to rest key starters in season finale vs. Commanders even with playoff seeding at stake
The Eagles are so concerned about clinching the No. 2 seed in the NFC playoffs, so mindful of potentially earning at least one extra home game in their pursuit of a second straight Super Bowl title that they are, well - they are treating the regular-season finale like a preseason game.
Injury-riddled Commanders look to cap lost season with win over Eagles' backups
Commanders coach Dan Quinn opened the season with the hope that Sunday's season finale against the Philadelphia Eagles would have postseason implications after the two squads met in last year's NFC championship game. It won't.
Commanders' Croskey-Merritt named Rookie of the Week for fourth time
Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merrit was named the NFL's Rookie of the Week for the fourth time on Thursday.
