Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
Outspoken Olympians divide American fans as athletes face Trump criticisms
Team USA's women's halfpipe snowboarding team defended skier Hunter Hess on Monday, a day after President Trump criticized the athlete for saying he didn't want to "represent everything that's going on in the U.S." Published February 9, 2026
Seahawks smother Patriots to win second Super Bowl title in franchise history
The Seattle Seahawks' dominant defense stifled the New England Patriots in a lopsided 29-13 win on Sunday as the Seahawks claimed their second Super Bowl title in franchise history. Published February 8, 2026
Bad Bunny preaches unity in Spanish-language Super Bowl halftime show
Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny preached unity in a Spanish-language halftime performance at the Super Bowl on Sunday night, garnering mostly positive reviews from NFL fans online. Published February 8, 2026
NBC censors Green Day Super Bowl performance, days after band tells ICE agents to quit
Punk band Green Day didn't make waves in a performance before the Super Bowl in Santa Clara, California, on Sunday afternoon. However, NBC censored the controversial band for a TV broadcas Published February 8, 2026
Sonny Jurgensen celebrated as NFL community remembers Redskins legend
Generations of NFL fans gathered -- online and in-person -- this weekend to remember Sonny Jurgensen, the Washington legend known for his enormous arm and even bigger personality. The one-of-a-kind figure -- who loved behind-the-back passes, women and scotch -- died Friday at the age of 91. Published February 8, 2026
Former Redskins All-Pro Barry Wilburn dies in Tennessee house fire
Former Washington Redskins defensive back Barry Wilburn died in a house fire on Friday in Orange Mound, Tennessee. Published February 8, 2026
Brady ruffles Patriots’ feathers after insisting he has no rooting interest in upcoming Super Bowl
New England Patriots fans will always love Tom Brady, who led the franchise to six championships. But current and former Patriots players said Thursday they are unhappy with the quarterback-turned-broadcaster after he claimed to lack a rooting interest in the upcoming Super Bowl. Published February 5, 2026
Seahawks, Patriots’ Super Bowl rematch highlights generational divides among sports fans
There is nothing like it in American sports, broadcasting, advertising or pop culture: More than 120 million viewers are expected to tune in to Sunday night's 60th edition of the Super Bowl with the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks. Published February 5, 2026
The Golden Boy and Cinderella: U.S. skaters Malinin and Naumov take center stage at Milan Olympics
Anything short of Olympic gold would be a disappointment for American Ilia Malinin, figure skating's back-flipping chosen one. But, elsewhere on Team USA, fellow figure skater Maxim Naumov has already achieved his dreams by qualifying after a roller coaster year. Published February 4, 2026
Wizards ship haul of picks, players to Mavericks for 10-time All-Star Anthony Davis
The Washington Wizards made a blockbuster trade on Wednesday, sending a hefty package of players and draft picks to the Dallas Mavericks for a haul headlined by ten-time All-Star forward Anthony Davis. Published February 4, 2026
Monumental Sports partners with IndyCar for America 250 race in D.C.
Monumental Sports & Entertainment, the owner of the Washington Wizards and Capitals, is teaming up with IndyCar to promote the Freedom 250 Grand Prix in the District this summer. Published February 3, 2026
Maligned modern Pro Bowl to serve as flag football showcase ahead of Olympics
Washington safety Sean Taylor created a legendary highlight in 2007 when he leveled a bone-crushing hit against Buffalo punter Brian Moorman during the Pro Bowl. Published February 2, 2026
Saints to play NFL’s first regular-season game in France
The New Orleans Saints are headed to Paris next year for the NFL's first regular-season game in France. Published February 2, 2026
Battered Capitals look to ride momentum in final week before Olympic break
The Capitals find themselves in an unfamiliar spot with three games remaining until a much-needed Olympic break: outside the playoff picture. Washington's battered roster could use the rest -- and a spark from the final week before NHL players head to Italy. Published February 1, 2026
Nationals officially announce new broadcast team: Kolko moves to full-time TV play-by-play
The Washington Nationals will have a revamped broadcast team for their first season away from MASN. Published January 29, 2026
Wizards welcome Wall, highlighting on-court accolades and off-court advocacy: ‘That still resonates’
The Wizards will reflect on brighter days on Thursday night as they honor five-time All-Star John Wall through a series of events and an on-court celebration during a home game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Published January 28, 2026
From homeless to homecoming: Commanders tap Daronte Jones as new defensive coordinator
Daronte Jones started his coaching career sleeping in the back seat of his car and on air mattresses in his office. Now the Maryland native will be the defensive coordinator for the Washington Commanders, according to team sources. Published January 27, 2026
Kolko to replace Carpenter as Nationals’ TV play-by-play broadcaster
The Nationals have found their new play-by-play broadcaster. Longtime MASN reporter Dan Kolko has been tapped to replace the retired Bob Carpenter in Washington's TV booth. Published January 27, 2026
Commanders’ defensive coordinator hunt continues as candidate pool shrinks
The Commanders' hunt for a new defensive coordinator is entering its fourth week with no end in sight. Coach Dan Quinn has interviewed nine candidates, but the position is still vacant as other openings around the league start to fill up. Published January 26, 2026
Browns’ Sanders named Pro Bowl alternate at quarterback for Patriots’ Maye
Shedeur Sanders is a Pro Bowler. Published January 26, 2026
