Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
Ovechkin’s chase, dynamic goalies: What late-arriving Capitals fans need to know
The Washington Commanders' improbable, unexpected run for the Super Bowl is over, but another local franchise has been busy putting together a magical season of its own. Published January 29, 2025
Youth movement: Three Wizards named to NBA Rising Stars teams
Three Washington Wizards are headed to New Orleans next month for the Rising Stars game at the NBA's All-Star weekend. Published January 28, 2025
Offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury to stick with Commanders despite interest from Saints
Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury is sticking around for another season with quarterback Jayden Daniels. The play-caller will not interview for a head coaching job with the New Orleans Saints. Published January 28, 2025
Architects propose timber-based RFK Stadium design as demolition approaches for old site
Demolition is set to begin this week at the rusting, 63-year-old RFK Stadium in the Northeast corner of the District. While city officials are pushing to renovate the site, at least one architectural firm has published its apparently unsolicited vision for a new stadium on the campus. Published January 28, 2025
Jayden Daniels trading cards explode in value after dynamic rookie season
Nobody had a better rookie season in the NFL this year than Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels. The trading card market has pounced on the charismatic dual-threat passer after he led the Commanders to a pair of upset playoff victories. Published January 28, 2025
New Orleans officials to Eagles fans: If you’re celebrating after Super Bowl, stay off poles
City officials in New Orleans are preparing for an onslaught of raucous Philadelphia fans coming for the Feb. 9 Super Bowl between the Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs. With nearly two weeks until the game, the New Orleans Police Department is already warning Eagles diehards: Don't climb any poles. Published January 28, 2025
Commanders balance sour season finale with bright future: ‘Looking forward to the years to come’
It was a bittersweet Monday at the Washington Commanders' practice facility. Players and coaches celebrated a season highlighted by the team's first NFC championship appearance in 33 years while acknowledging the disappointment over Sunday's blowout loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Published January 27, 2025
Commanders’ season ends in blowout fashion against rival Eagles in NFC championship
Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels couldn't summon up enough late-game magic to overcome three fumbles from his receivers and running backs and a handful of back-breaking red-zone penalties by Washington's defense. Published January 26, 2025
Commanders face flocks of raucous Eagles fans ahead of NFC championship in Philadelphia
The notoriously intense fans of the Eagles have brought their trademark enthusiasm to Lincoln Financial Field ahead of Sunday's NFC championship game against the Washington Commanders. Published January 26, 2025
Eagles castoffs look for retribution with Commanders in NFC championship game
A pair of offseason trades ensured that this season's Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders squads would be forever linked. Sunday's NFC championship game between the division rivals serves as a moment of retribution for a few members of the District's upstart squad. Washington's practice facility is littered with Philadelphia castoffs. Published January 23, 2025
Come up smiling: Hard hits no match for Jayden Daniels, NFL’s charismatic new star
When opposing defenders hit rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels so hard that they make him leave his feet, or knock his helmet off, or roll up on his legs, he can't help but flash a million-dollar smile. And why wouldn't he? Published January 23, 2025
‘Job’s not done’: Commanders’ vets reflect on unlikely postseason run after years of mediocrity
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin spoke in front of a unique backdrop on Wednesday for the first time in his career -- one proudly marking Sunday's NFC Championship against the Philadelphia Eagles. Published January 22, 2025
Record ticket prices reported for NFC championship game
Sunday's NFC title game between the Washington Commanders and Philadelphia Eagles is the hottest ticket in the country, according to several online marketplaces. Published January 22, 2025
Commanders reunite with ref Shawn Hochuli one month after crew’s clock-stopping call
Shawn Hochuli will officiate Sunday's NFC title game between Washington and Philadelphia a month after his crew's call almost doomed the Commanders' chances against the New Orleans Saints. Published January 21, 2025
Golf cart crash delays postgame festivities for Ohio State after national championship
Ohio State coach Ryan Day and quarterback Will Howard were a bit late for their postgame press conferences after winning the national championship on Monday night in Atlanta. They didn't get caught up in a celebration -- their golf cart crashed into a concrete wall on the way to the interview room. Published January 21, 2025
Warriors coach Steve Kerr dodges inauguration coverage for game film before 40-point loss
Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr, a noted critic of President Trump, said he avoided watching Monday's inauguration coverage to prepare for the evening's game against the Boston Celtics. Published January 21, 2025
Sportsbooks shift Eagles-Commanders odds more in Philadelphia’s favor
The Washington Commanders are now even bigger underdogs for Sunday's NFC title game in Philadelphia against the Eagles. After opening as 4.5-point favorites, the Eagles are favored by six points at most sportsbooks. Published January 21, 2025
Where in the world is Dan Snyder? Far, far away from the Commanders’ postseason run
The Washington Commanders are headed to the NFC championship game for the first time in a generation, and Dan Snyder -- who owned the franchise for 24 mediocre years -- is nowhere to be seen. Published January 20, 2025
Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson named NHL’s First Star of the Week
Alex Ovechkin might get most of the media attention for this year's Washington Capitals squad, but goaltender Logan Thompson is vying for his share of the spotlight. Published January 20, 2025
Wizards’ Poole nabs postgame apology from former Warriors teammate Green
Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole didn't leave the Golden State Warriors on the friendliest of terms in 2023. But after scoring 38 points in Washington's 122-114 loss Saturday, Poole insisted there were no hard feelings. Mostly. Published January 19, 2025
