Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
Dominant defense carries Commanders over Browns
LANDOVER -- Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn said he knew during practice that his team might be in for a "grimy" game on Sunday against the Cleveland Browns. Published October 6, 2024
Commanders, Daniels host Browns in matchup of quarterbacks on opposite arcs
There was a time when Washington Commanders rookie Jayden Daniels called Deshaun Watson, the current signal-caller for the Cleveland Browns, his favorite quarterback. The two boasted similar play styles and had the same goals: to win a national championship in college and become an NFL quarterback. Published October 3, 2024
Taylor Swift taking over NFL games? Players say there’s no bad blood
Pop superstar Taylor Swift is unavoidable, much to the dismay of many NFL fans. The most famous singer in the world has been popping up at NFL games since she started dating Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce last year. Published October 3, 2024
Upstart Commanders one of biggest early-season surprises in unpredictable NFL
The first month of the NFL season is generally full of surprises. There's always an also-ran or two from last season that suddenly, out of nowhere, plays like one of the top teams in the league. Published October 2, 2024
Commanders’ Daniels leads NFL jersey sales after breakout performances
Fans can't get enough of Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. The reigning Heisman Trophy winner boasted the best-selling jersey in the NFL this week, according to merchandise seller Fanatics. Published October 2, 2024
Wizards open training camp with eyes on No. 2 overall pick Sarr
Wizards rookie Alex Sarr may only have one NBA training camp practice under his belt, but professional basketball is nothing new for the 19-year-old. He started playing with the American Overtime Elite league when he was 16 before starring in Australia's NBL last season. The NBA is a different beast. Published October 1, 2024
Division-leading Commanders cite ‘complimentary football’ for hot start
The synergy of the offensive and defensive units won't show up on the box score, but Commanders coach Dan Quinn said it's been essential for the team's success. Published September 30, 2024
Commanders dominate Cardinals in Arizona for second straight road win
It seemed like the Washington Commanders' uber-efficient offense had finally slowed down through the first two quarters of Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals. Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels threw the first interception of his career, and the team called on punter Tress Way for the first time since Week 1. Published September 29, 2024
Kingsbury, Daniels lead Commanders against Cardinals in Arizona homecoming
Both Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and the team's offensive coordinator, Kliff Kingsbury, left Arizona two years ago -- and parting wasn't always sweet sorrow. Published September 26, 2024
WNBA players demand league clamp down on fans hurling insults
The Connecticut Sun eliminated Caitlin Clark's Indiana Fever from the WNBA playoffs on Wednesday, and her fans weren't happy. They were so harsh, the Sun's coach and one of her players called for the league to get a handle on what they said was abuse. Published September 26, 2024
Ex-wrestler ‘Stone Cold’ Steve Austin dismisses CTE: ‘I just don’t believe in it’
Former pro wrestler "Stone Cold" Steve Austin said he isn't worried about the dangers of CTE, or chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a brain disorder that jars people with head injuries, because he doesn't believe in it. Published September 26, 2024
Daniels, Commanders buck passing woes plaguing NFL offenses
NFL quarterbacks overall are struggling this season, but Monday night's games featured three signal-callers who are bucking the trend -- including, amazingly, the Washington Commanders' unexpectedly poised rookie, Jayden Daniels. Published September 24, 2024
Harrison Butker’s merchandise outsells Chiefs teammate Travis Kelce’s
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker made headlines this offseason for a commencement speech where he emphasized traditional conservative values. The move is paying off, as the 29-year-old ranked No. 11 on last week's NFL player sales list. Published September 24, 2024
Trump supporter sues Mets for $2 million after forced to remove MAGA hat
Aura Moody says the New York Mets caused her "emotional distress" by making her take off her Make American Great Again hat before an Aug. 14 game at Citi Field. On Friday, she filed a lawsuit seeking $2 million in damages. Published September 24, 2024
Bengals’ Taylor-Britt stands by offensive ripping of Commanders after big loss
Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt caused a stir last week when he said the Washington Commanders had a "college offense." Published September 24, 2024
Georgia-Alabama showdown drawing big name: Trump
Count former President Donald Trump among the famous faces expected at Saturday's highly anticipated matchup between No. 2 Georgia and No. 4 Alabama. Published September 24, 2024
Nationals hope to play spoiler as regular season winds down
The Washington Nationals will not make the playoffs. But the franchise's young core will look to cap a promising season by playing spoiler over its final homestand, starting with a three-game series that begins Tuesday against the Kansas City Royals. Published September 23, 2024
Several Tufts University lacrosse players hospitalized after Navy SEAL-inspired workout
A dozen lacrosse players from Division III Tufts University were hospitalized last week after a voluntary, supervised 45-minute workout at the school's campus in Medford, Massachusetts. Published September 23, 2024
Commanders look to hand Bengals third-straight loss in Monday night matchup
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is no stranger to bright lights and big stages. When he takes the field in Cincinnati to face the Bengals in a prime-time Monday night matchup, it will just be the latest box for the No. 2 pick to check off his rookie-year list. Published September 22, 2024
Hall of Fame coach Tony Dungy questions Vice President Kamala Harris’ faith over abortion platform
Former NFL coach Tony Dungy isn't shy about his Christian faith. The Hall of Famer, a pro-life advocate, took to social media last week to question Vice President Kamala Harris' faith in light of her platform on abortion. Published September 22, 2024
