Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
Falcons, assistant coach Ulbrich slapped with fines for prank call to Sanders on draft night
The NFL has fined the Atlanta Falcons $250,000 and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich $100,000 after a draft-night prank call to quarterback Shedeur Sanders, the league announced Wednesday. Published April 30, 2025
Commanders rookie Josh Conerly Jr. says he was targeted by draft night prank call
The Washington Commanders' first pick in last weekend's draft, former Oregon offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr., said he received one of the prank calls by imposters who targeted some NFL prospects during the first round. Published April 29, 2025
Capitals seek ‘killer instinct’ to knock out Canadiens in Game 5
The Washington Capitals have no interest in flying back to Montreal. The squad is looking to wrap up its first-round playoff series against the Montreal Canadiens at home on Wednesday night. Published April 29, 2025
Commanders switch kickers, sign Gay, release Gonzalez
The Washington Commanders are making a switch at kicker. Published April 29, 2025
‘Time to revive that legacy:’ Franchise legends react to RFK Stadium site deal
Joe Theismann still remembers the rocking stands and the roaring crowds of RFK Stadium. The former quarterback said he, along with several Washington football legends, can't wait for the franchise's planned return to the District at a new stadium. Published April 28, 2025
Commanders, D.C. mayor announce $3.7 billion stadium deal to bring NFL franchise back to RFK site
"Fight for old D.C." never had quite the same zing while being sung in suburban Landover, but the Washington Commanders and District leaders are betting $3.7 billion that a new stadium on the banks of the Anacostia will breathe new life into the song, the NFL franchise and the city itself. Published April 28, 2025
Nationals complete wild comeback against Mets with walk-off throwing error
A walk-off throwing error is a unique way to end a baseball game. But that's how the Washington Nationals completed a six-run comeback against the New York Mets on Sunday, earning an unlikely 8-7 victory. Published April 27, 2025
Commanders add LB Medrano, HB Croskey-Merritt in NFL draft’s final rounds
The Washington Commanders wrapped up the NFL draft on Sunday by adding UCLA linebacker Kain Medrano in the sixth round and Arizona running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt in the seventh round. Published April 26, 2025
Commanders draft Virginia Tech wideout Jaylin Lane
The Washington Commanders added another weapon for quarterback Jayden Daniels on Saturday, selecting wide receiver Jaylin Lane in the fourth round of the NFL draft. Published April 26, 2025
Commanders select Ole Miss cornerback Trey Amos in second round of NFL draft
The Washington Commanders' lackluster secondary was a common sore spot for fans last season. The group got an upgrade as general manager Adam Peters selected Ole Miss cornerback Trey Amos on Friday with the 29th pick in the NFL draft's second round. Published April 25, 2025
Commanders select offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr. with No. 29 pick in NFL draft
Jayden Daniels will have some extra protection next season. The Washington Commanders selected offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr. with the 29th pick in Thursday night's NFL draft Published April 24, 2025
Capitals prepare for raucous crowd as they take 2-0 series lead to Montreal
The Capitals stole two games from the Montreal Canadiens at Capital One Arena this week to open their first-round playoff series. Playing playoff hockey in Montreal, which will host Friday's Game 3 and Sunday's Game 4, is a different beast. Published April 24, 2025
Edge rusher? Cornerback? Commanders look to reload roster through NFL draft
The NFL draft starts on Thursday night and -- for the first time in years -- the Washington Commanders won't need to target a quarterback. Published April 23, 2025
Shannon Sharpe offers accuser $10 million to settle sexual assault lawsuit, attorney says
Pro Football Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe denied allegations against him after an ex-girlfriend accused him of sexual assault and sought $50 million in a lawsuit filed on Sunday. Published April 23, 2025
Former NFL kicker, broadcaster Jay Feely running for Arizona House seat
Jay Feely has announced his second career change. After 14 seasons as an NFL kicker and 10 years as a CBS broadcaster, the 48-year-old announced Tuesday that he's running for Congress. Published April 23, 2025
Pirates’ McCutchen says Nationals’ Lopez didn’t mean to throw at his head
Andrew McCutchen, the Pittsburgh Pirates' designated hitter, said he holds no ill will toward Washington Nationals reliever Jorge Lopez after a high and inside pitch last Wednesday caused the teams to clear their benches for a fight. Published April 23, 2025
Wizards’ Keefe voted NBA’s worst coach in player poll
Washington Wizards coach Brian Keefe didn't strike fear in the hearts of opponents during his first year on the job, and that feeling surfaced in an anonymous poll released Tuesday. Players voted him the worst coach in the NBA. Published April 23, 2025
Peters, Commanders look to repeat draft magic after 2024 turnaround
The Commanders nailed the No. 2 pick in last year's draft as rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels carried the franchise to the NFC championship game for the first time in 31 years. General manager Adam Peters will look to work more magic this week with less ammunition. Published April 22, 2025
Hobbled Capitals look to bring physicality into Game 2 against Canadiens
The Capitals are now three games away from winning their first postseason series since they lifted the Stanley Cup in 2018. Published April 22, 2025
Spirit to take on Bay FC at San Francisco Giants’ Oracle Park
Women's soccer is coming to the San Francisco Giants' Oracle Park. Published April 22, 2025
