Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
Disappointing Week 1 loss raises doubts about Commanders
A disappointing season-opening loss to the Tampa Bay Buccanneers wasn't enough to send the Washington Commanders to the bottom of the power rankings around the league. But the lackluster performance definitely moved coach Dan Quinn's squad closer. Published September 10, 2024
49ers running back Jordan Mason hints at rules violation after opening triumph
Bettors and fantasy football managers around the country were shocked when San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey was ruled out of his squad's season opener against the New York Jets. But Jordan Mason, who filled in for McCaffrey, said he was unsurprised. Published September 10, 2024
NFL dominates airwaves with colossal Week 1 ratings
The kings of American TV returned over the weekend as the NFL kicked off the 2024 season with record ratings for games Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Published September 10, 2024
TikTok patch to adorn Capitals’ road jerseys for 2024-25 NHL season
The video-sharing social media app TikTok will sponsor the Washington Capitals road jerseys throughout the 2024-25 NHL season, the franchise announced Monday. A TikTok logo will appear on the upper right of the white away sweaters, opposite the team's commemorative 50th anniversary patch. Published September 9, 2024
Commanders release kicker York after shaky season debut
The kicker carousel will keep spinning for the Washington Commanders. The franchise released kicker Cade York on Monday, less than 24 hours after his shaky debut during the season-opening loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Published September 9, 2024
Disappointing debut for Quinn, Daniels ends with big loss to Buccaneers
Jayden Daniels' NFL career didn't begin how he'd hoped as the Washington Commanders fell to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 37-20 on Sunday. Published September 8, 2024
Rapper Kendrick Lamar to headline halftime show for this season’s Super Bowl
Rapper Kendrick Lamar will headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show next February in New Orleans, the NFL announced Sunday. Published September 8, 2024
Cowboys QB Dak Prescott signs record four-year, $240 million contract extension
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott became the highest-paid player in NFL history on Sunday when he signed a four-year, $240 million contract extension. Published September 8, 2024
Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill detained before season opener
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill was detained by police before Sunday's season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars, according to a team spokesperson. Published September 8, 2024
Blitz-happy Buccaneers present unique challenge for Commanders
Jayden Daniels grew up dreaming about Sunday -- the day he'll make his NFL debut as a starting quarterback when his Washington Commanders take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Published September 5, 2024
Hobby horse championship comes to America thanks to four girls’ love for fast-growing sport
Hobby horse competitions are a real thing -- seriously, a real thing -- and not just in Finland. The strange equestrian-esque sport, in which competitors jump, race and perform while astride the horse-head-topped toy sticks that most of us remember from childhood, has caught on with young American girls. Published September 5, 2024
Commanders fire VP after abusive remarks about fans, players caught on hidden camera
The Washington Commanders fired Vice President of Content Rael Enteen on Thursday after a secretly recorded video showed him making disparaging comments about the NFL, players and fans. Published September 5, 2024
Spirit rookie Croix Bethune suffers season-ending knee injury while tossing Nationals’ first pitch
Washington Spirit rookie midfielder Croix Bethune will miss the rest of the soccer season after tearing her meniscus while tossing a ceremonial first pitch for baseball's Washington Nationals, her team announced Wednesday. Published September 5, 2024
Picture day: Capitals, Upper Deck host trading card showcase for NHL prospects
The NHL's top young players descended on the Capitals' Arlington training facility Wednesday morning for the league's annual rookie showcase as players took photographs for trading cards and other promotional materials. Published September 4, 2024
Moving the goalposts: Booming NFL looks to expand global footprint with Brazil game
The NFL steamroller returns Thursday night, as the defending champion Kansas City Chiefs host the Baltimore Ravens in a game that is sure to draw massive ratings, whether Taylor Swift is on hand or not. Published September 4, 2024
Four more years: Commanders sign guard Sam Cosmi to extension
One of the best offensive linemen on the Washington Commanders is sticking around for the long haul. They signed guard Sam Cosmi to a four-year contract extension on Wednesday. Published September 4, 2024
Unpredictable NFC East presents stiff competition for overhauled Commanders
Every NFC East team was disappointed by the end of the 2023 season. As the 2024 campaign kicks off, the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys will look to rebound from last season's playoff disappointments, while the upstart Washington Commanders and New York Giants aim to take the next step in their rebuilds. Published September 3, 2024
WNBA legends Sheryl Swoopes, Nancy Lieberman feud over Caitlin Clark
Nancy Lieberman and Sheryl Swoopes became women's basketball icons during the WNBA's inaugural season in 1997. But the pair, who work as broadcasters for the Dallas Wings, are feuding over the league's newest icon: Caitlin Clark. Published September 3, 2024
Patriots rookie Javon Baker unleashes social media tirade over traffic ticket
New England Patriots rookie wide receiver Javon Baker had a bad day on Sunday and let the world know it. The 22-year-old unleashed a tirade live on social media after receiving a traffic ticket from a police officer. Published September 2, 2024
Katie Gaudreau mourns hockey star brothers Johnny and Matthew after fatal crash
Katie Gaudreau lost her two older brothers -- professional hockey players Johnny and Matthew -- days before her New Jersey wedding last week. The heartbroken bride-to-be took to social media on Monday to remember her fallen family members. Published September 2, 2024
