Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
Commanders confront 2026 question marks following injury-riddled season
It's easy for Commanders fans to pin the team's disastrous 5-12 campaign on injuries. But any solution to what ails Washington will require more than ice packs and bandages. Published January 5, 2026
Commanders end disappointing season with upset of playoff-bound Eagles
The Commanders ended their horrific season with an unlikely win over the Eagles in Philadelphia on Sunday, the latest inversion of last year's magical campaign. Published January 4, 2026
Injury-riddled Commanders look to cap lost season with win over Eagles’ backups
Commanders coach Dan Quinn opened the season with the hope that Sunday's season finale against the Philadelphia Eagles would have postseason implications after the two squads met in last year's NFC championship game. It won't. Published January 1, 2026
Commanders’ Croskey-Merritt named Rookie of the Week for fourth time
Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merrit was named the NFL's Rookie of the Week for the fourth time on Thursday. Published January 1, 2026
Capitals’ Wilson shows off Olympic bona fides in victory over Rangers
Forwards Tom Wilson and Justin Sourdif each scored twice as the Capitals defeated the visiting New York Rangers 6-3 on New Year's Eve. Published December 31, 2025
Angels part ways with Rendon, defer final year of $245 million contract
Anthony Rendon's time with the Los Angeles Angels has ended. Published December 31, 2025
High-stakes gamble: Parents pour thousands into youth sports despite microscopic pro odds
The next Patrick Mahomes, Aaron Judge or Michael Phelps could be waiting in the wings at the local Pee-Wee football field, Little League diamond or YMCA pool. They probably aren't, but what if? Published December 26, 2025
Overlooked Commanders shine in Christmas Day loss to Cowboys
Commanders fans found a lump of coal in their proverbial stocking on Christmas Day, as the visiting Dallas Cowboys secured a 30-23 win over Washington on Thursday afternoon. Published December 25, 2025
Former NBA draft pick returns to college, will play for Baylor
James Nnaji, the No. 31 pick in the 2023 NBA draft, is going back to school. NCAA officials cleared the 21-year-old to play for Baylor this season, according to multiple reports on Wednesday. Published December 24, 2025
Johnson, Commanders’ third QB, looks to deliver Christmas miracle against Cowboys
The Commanders' chance of a Christmas upset will fall on 39-year-old Josh Johnson. Published December 24, 2025
Labor negotiations, potential strike threaten surging WNBA’s upcoming season
Labor woes are threatening the WNBA's explosive growth. Despite surging ratings and a juicy new broadcast deal, the league's players' association has authorized a strike amid stalled negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement. Published December 23, 2025
Commanders’ punter Way named Washington’s lone Pro Bowler
The Washington Commanders managed to land a player -- punter Tress Way -- in the Pro Bowl, NFL officials announced Tuesday. Published December 23, 2025
Hard brushes, walls, floors: Kickers share secrets behind NFL’s long-distance field goal revolution
NFL kicking isn't entering its steroid era, but a new generation of athletes and an obscure rule change have shifted what's possible for the long-neglected special teams stalwarts. Published December 22, 2025
Snyder mansion once listed for $49 million goes for $13 million at auction
The Potomac, Maryland, mansion once owned by former Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder is finally off the market. The property sold for $13.26 million at an auction Thursday, according to multiple reports. Published December 22, 2025
Errant firework hits M&T Bank Stadium field before Ravens game
A firework hit the field at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore on Sunday night before the Ravens' prime-time game against the New England Patriots. No injuries were reported, and Ravens officials said they're investigating the incident. Published December 22, 2025
Commanders send Cosmi to IR, sign Driskel for QB depth
The Commanders' injury woes continued Monday. The franchise placed guard Sam Cosmi on season-ending injured reserve after he was evaluated for a concussion during Saturday's loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Published December 22, 2025
Feisty Commanders mourn lost season as Eagles clinch NFC East: ‘That could be us’
The Commanders opened the season with eyes on their first division title in five years. Instead, they watched from the sidelines on Saturday as the rival Philadelphia Eagles celebrated after claiming the NFC East again. Published December 21, 2025
Georgetown suspends Cooley for one game after tossing water bottle that hit child in stands
Georgetown suspended coach Ed Cooley for one game on Sunday after he tossed a water bottle into the stands during Saturday's 80-77 loss to Xavier. The bottle hit a mother and child who were watching the game two rows behind Georgetown's bench. Published December 21, 2025
San Francisco 49ers’ receiver Brandon Aiyuk posts video speeding past stadium at 100 mph
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk posted Saturday to social media a video that appeared to show him speeding past Levi's Stadium in Northern California at more than 100 mph. Published December 21, 2025
Commanders show fight, literally, in loss to NFC East champion Eagles
The Commanders lost quarterback Marcus Mariota to a hand injury during Saturday's 29-18 home loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, which also allowed the defending Super Bowl champions to clinch the NFC East title. Published December 20, 2025
