Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
Holly, jolly football: NFL games to return on Christmas Day
The NFL plans to schedule games on Christmas Day for the 2024 season, even though the holiday falls on a Wednesday. Published March 26, 2024
NFL owners approve new kickoff model for 2024 season
NFL kickoffs will look different in 2024 after the league's owners approved a new rule to make the routine play more exciting. Published March 26, 2024
Commanders add offensive line depth with Michael Deiter signing
The Commanders' offseason overhaul of their offensive line continued Monday as the team signed center Michael Deiter in free agency. Published March 25, 2024
Female stars embrace wild new world of NIL
Concerns about the seismic changes rocking college sports have lawmakers like Sen. Ted Cruz proposing legislation that would pump the brakes. But for next-generation female stars, the new name, image and likeness rules for college athletes have meant more money -- in many cases, a lot more money. And they're not complaining. Published March 25, 2024
Referee pulled at halftime of NCAA Tournament game over conflict of interest
A Chattanooga alumnus refereed the first half of the university's NCAA Women's Tournament matchup against N.C. State on Saturday. The official was removed from the game after halftime, the NCAA confirmed in a statement. Published March 24, 2024
Commanders add cornerback James Pierre in latest free-agency move
A busy free-agency period for the Washington Commanders continued Thursday as the team signed cornerback James Pierre. Published March 21, 2024
Maryland women enter crowded NCAA Tournament with underdog dreams
After a down season, the Maryland Terrapins enter the NCAA Women's Tournament hoping to find another deep run in their 14th consecutive trip to the Big Dance. In a tournament with stars like Iowa's Caitlin Clark and LSU's Angel Reese, the Terrapins have a tough potential road to the Final Four. Published March 20, 2024
Report: Leonsis discussed potential Wizards, Capitals arena with Maryland governor
After Virginia lawmakers balked on a deal to build an arena south of the Potomac for the Washington Wizards and Capitals, Monumental Sports and Entertainment owner Ted Leonsis is exploring options in Maryland. Published March 20, 2024
Proposed NFL rule changes include redesigned kickoff, onside replacement
Proposed NFL rule changes for the upcoming season include a redesigned kickoff, a replacement for the onside kick and a ban on hip-drop tackles. Published March 20, 2024
Offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas sticking with Commanders
The Washington Commanders are keeping offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas, who has agreed to a one-year contract. Published March 19, 2024
NFL partners with Netflix for ‘Receiver’ documentary
The NFL is collaborating with Netflix on a documentary series that highlights top pass catchers from the 2023 season. The show, "Receiver," comes after the popular "Quarterback" series the streamer released last year. Published March 19, 2024
Commanders bet big in free agency on accomplished, proven NFL veterans
A draft bust, veterans and a future Hall of Famer -- the Washington Commanders' free-agent acquisitions say they hope to bring leadership and grit to a rebuilding roster. Published March 18, 2024
Commanders add cornerback Michael Davis in free agency
Cornerback Michael Davis has agreed to join the Washington Commanders in free agency, the team announced Monday. Published March 18, 2024
Virginia, Howard give D.C. fans a rooting interest in NCAA Tournament’s First Four games
The NCAA Tournament field is set, and some college basketball fans in the D.C. area will be paying close attention to the First Four games. The First Four games in Dayton, Ohio on Tuesday feature the Howard Bison, the District's lone representative in the tournament, and the University of Virginia. Published March 17, 2024
Nationals hand Josiah Gray the ball as opening day starter
Josiah Gray will be the starting pitcher for the Washington Nationals on Opening Day. Published March 17, 2024
Cornerback Noah Igbinoghene to sign with Washington Commanders
Cornerback Noah Igbinoghene is joining the Washington Commanders on a one-year contract, according to multiple reports. Published March 17, 2024
In with the new, out with old: Howell trade is latest move for Commanders roster makeover
The Washington Commanders continued their top-to-bottom offseason makeover Thursday, welcoming a slew of free agents and sending starting quarterback Sam Howell to the Seattle Seahawks in a pick swap. Published March 14, 2024
Commanders ship Sam Howell to Seahawks in pick swap
The Washington Commanders are sending quarterback Sam Howell to the Seattle Seahawks in a trade. Published March 14, 2024
Arizona Cardinals pick up quarterback Desmond Ridder from Atlanta
Quarterback Desmond Ridder is joining the Arizona Cardinals in a deal that sends wide receiver Rondale Moore to the Atlanta Falcons, according to a report from ESPN's Adam Schefter. Published March 14, 2024
Skateboarders wary of being wiped out by RFK Stadium redevelopment
The prospect of a glitzy new NFL palace anchoring a rebuilt, redeveloped RFK Stadium site has a lot of local politicians excited. But the idea has critics, too -- including the young members of a rag-tag group of neighborhood skateboarders who say they'll fight to save the beloved, graffiti-covered Maloof Skate Park that sits on the parking lots outside the derelict facility. Published March 14, 2024
